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949-2311 | caymanairways.com INSIDE THIS ISSUE More Government support  EDITORIAL — A2 for Small Business

Media and Small Business

 LOCAL NEWS — A4

Are Cullers on Target?

 OLDER PERSONS MONTH — A6

 Commerce Minister Joey Hew with CISBA President Dawn McLean-Brady

By Lindsey Turnbull tre in Camana Bay, with almost 40 booths Dawn McLean-Brady said they were a highlighting goods and services offered by key driver of the economy, creating jobs The seventh annual Cayman Islands Caymanian small and micro enterprises. and bringing innovative new products Small Business Association expo took place Calling small businesses the backbone last Saturday at the Arc Recreational Cen- of Cayman’s economy, CISBA President ... Continued story on page A3 New Vehicles Assigned ADRIAN JONES Church Service for Older Persons Month to the Firearms IS GOLDEN  LOCAL SPORTS — A8 Response Unit APPLE AWARD The RCIPS have added 4 new Chev- creased visibility during patrols and WINNER rolet Tahoe purpose built, police spec- response. Additionally, 2 of the vehi- cles have been equipped with winch capabilities which can pull over 1 greatlyi�ication enhanced Firearms tactical Response options Vehicles with ton. This capability, along with the to its �leet. The new vehicles provide size of the vehicles themselves, will The vehicles have been fitted with add to their potential usefulness upgradedof�icer safety. emergency lighting and during national disasters such as

arms Response Unit to provide in- ... Continued story on page A2 2019 High School Football Leagues: reflective decals to identify the Fire- Scores and Standings

 INTERNATIONAL SPORTS — B2

By Shakir Khan

The annual Golden Apple Award for Excellence in teaching ceremony was held this year at the luxurious Kimpton Simone Biles has won 23 world titles ... Continued story on page A3 EDITORIAL | POLICE NEWS | COMMUNITY PAGE A2 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 C�������� T����

POLICE NEWS EDITORIAL Media and Small Business The success of the economy depends consumers on the location and services heavily on the success of small busi- of these businesses. In addition to of- ness. These businesses are vital to the fering affordable rates, we also publish success of the economy. Not only do news articles about these businesses in they provide the success stories of the adition to business advice, on a regular future but also because they meet local needs. showcasing all of the businesses that RCIPS assigns new Local consumers are encouraged to participatedbasis. For the in next this two year’s weeks Expo will that be support these small businesses which was held at the ARC in Camana Bay. also provide much needed jobs as We encourage consumers to buy lo- vehicles to Firearms they grow, but often times information cal and to support small businesses in about these small businesses are not the Cayman Islands. These businesses readily available. also break monopolies and offer low- Response Unit We applaud the organisers of the re- er pricing which in turn contributes cent CISBA expo on another successful to the reduction in the cost of living in ... Continued story from page A1 His Excellency The Governor Mr Mar- event and look forward to a great part- these islands. tyn Roper visited George Town Police nership with this Government sup- Small business owners can gain ac- hurricanes, where they may be used Station to take a look at the new vehicles ported organization. cess to media articles and affordable to help remove debris or clear road- and was impressed by their increased Caymanian Times is doing its part as rates by contacting 9162000 or email- ways. capabilities. a media source to promote and educate ing [email protected]  The Commissioner of Police, Mr. He said: “Continuous improvement in Derek Byrne states “The vehicles were our policing capability and equipment purchased because of the need to re- is essential to ensure the Police Com- place some of the vehicles in the unit missioner’s vision of a police service which were old and had come to end of at the cutting-edge of modern policing. useful service. These new vehicles will not only play a “The vehicles which have now be- key role in the RCIPS response to day- come operational, are deployed on high to-day policing but will also be a valu- EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICES visibility crime prevention and patrols, able asset to our disaster management EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICES armed response and security details PAGE 2 Wednesday, October 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 that form a Caymanianpart of the unit’s Timesmandate. PAGE 2 Wednesday, October 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 The vehiclesCaymanian will be used exclusively Times by 11thstrategy." October and could be seen on pa- trolThe throughout vehicles were the weekend. deployed on Friday

the Firearm Response Unit." Editorial NoticEs Customs Registration of Importers begins To help importers start using a system for entry declaration, the Department will To help importers start using a system for entry declaration, the Department will start registering importers starting Monday, 16 October 2017. start registering importers starting Monday, 16 October 2017. The registration is required by the implementation of a new online electronic The registration is required by the implementation of a new online electronic system for entry declaration. Effective 1 November 2017, the Cayman Islands system for entry declaration. Effective 1 November 2017, the Cayman Islands Customs Department will implement the new system. This will require importers Customs Department will implement the new system. This will require importers to complete and submit entries electronically to Customs using the new gateway to complete and submit entries electronically to Customs using the new gateway portal COLS (Customs Online System). Importers will be able to access the portal portal Maria COLS Velaquez (Customs at the Online Mar Candles System). booth Importers will be able to access the portal through the website www.customs.gov.ky. through the website www.customs.gov.ky. Tips of the Week For individuals who have not yet received training in the use of the system, Customs‘The will provide in-house Great training. Disconnect’ Tips of the Week For individuals who have not yet received training in the use of the system, Customs will provide in-house training. Motivational Tip However, before they can use COLS, importers will have to be formally registered and recognised as an importer by Customs. Motivational Tip However, before they can use COLS, importers will have to be formally registered and recognised as an importer by Customs. The Power of Music This will require each individual to come in and provide Customs with relevant information including a government-issued The Power of Music This will require each individual to come in and provide Customs with relevant information including a government-issued Do not underestimate the power at Camana Bay Do not underestimate the power of music. Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. of music. Music can heal the sick, their business licence and/or companies registration including directorship. mend the broken heart, relieve stress identification, e.g., driver’s licence or passport. Additionally, it will be necessary for companiesSeveral hundred and businesses patrons topacked provide into mend the broken heart, relieve stress identification,As a result, Customs e.g., driver’s will begin licence the or registration passport. Additionally,process starting it will Monday, be necessary 16 October for through companies 27 October and businesses 2017, from to provide8:30am and even help you to live longer. Just As a result, Customs will begin the registration process starting Monday, 16 October throughthe Regal 27 CinemasOctober 2017,in Camana from 8:30am Bay on race can only grow to its full potential and even help you to live longer. Just ask some of our seniors who are still 11th and 12th of October to see the asThe a species �ilm surmisesif we do pool that our the social human re- ask some of our seniors who are still Roberts Drive (locallyMonday known as to Airport Friday Road). 9 am to 6 pm playing music and dancing. They will Roberts Drive (locally known as Airport Road). newly released documentary, “The source and make the most of one anoth- playing music and dancing. They will to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Registration will take place on the 1st floor of Customs Headquarters, located at #42 Owens agree that music has added value to toHowever, 4:00pm Monday if they missto Friday.Saturday this period Registration to10 be am registered,will to take 5 placepm Customs on the will 1st continue floor of Customsto registerGreat Headquarters, importers Disconnect”. during located normal at #42 business Owens er via community. agree that music has added value to However, if they miss this period to be registered, Customs will continue to register importers during normal business their life and also a few more years. hours. Although most importers were previously registered in the old system, it is necessaryProduced for all importersby a predominantly to be registered Cay- The message comes to a climax with their life and also a few more years. hours. Although most importers were previously registered in the old system, it is necessary for all importers to be registered After a long stressful day, close your in the new system. Once registered with Customs, importers can then submit entries electronically and do business with a young woman randomly inviting peo- After a long stressful day, close your in the new system.Baytown Once registered Plaza. with West Customs, bay importers Road can then submit entries electronically and do business with eyes turn on your iPod or CD player Customs, without having to attend in person. countries from the Caribbean to North eyes turn on your iPod or CD player Customs, without having to attend in person. and just enjoy the mellowing sounds Phone Repairs 943-2355 | Phone Retail 945-2355 Americamanian team,looking the at how �ilm people’s criss-crossed lives outside deck to test the theory that it and just enjoy the mellowing sounds Cayman Islands Customs Management thanks importers for their cooperation and understanding and looks forward to of music. If you have energy left you Cayman Islands Customs Management thanks importers for their cooperation andhave understanding become more and and looks more forward about tothe ple from her building to the top �loor’s of music. If you have energy left you continued partnership.Email - [email protected] may even dance a jig. continued partnership. individual rather than the community. out of their shells and realize that deep may even dance a jig. Live longer. Live happier. Live life to Tamer Soliman speaks with experts, downonly takes everyone that is �irst really step craving to get to people con- Live longer. Live happier. Live life to its fullest with MUSIC. as well as regular people about pushing nect and for deeper meaning out of their its fullest with MUSIC. theirAir-Conditioned boundaries and getting Storage out of their lives and relationships. Sea Grape personalUnits comfort - Kingbird zones to Drivebe more so- cial withUnits the -world Kingbird around them.Drive ... 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Sheps, M.D. Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser Designer LOCAL NEWS | COMMUNITY C�������� T���� Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 PAGE A3 Bigger and better small businesses expo ... Continued story from page A1 to market. She was especially pleased to see the solid turnout of members to this annual event, which has gradually grown in size and stature each year it has been put on. “Working with the Ministry and with sponsorship from Hurley’s Media, we promised that we would grow from strength to strength. This is the largest number of exhibitors we’ve had, with al- most 39 exhibitors and a myriad of dif- ferent businesses with only three from last year, so almost all new business- es. So, we are excited about that,” Ms McLean-Brady said.  Owner Kristin Ebanks, Kara Ebanks and Ledra Lawrence at their Joey Hew, Minister of Commerce, Merriment booth  Maria Velaquez at the Mar Candles booth Planning and Infrastructure, said his Ministry could see the results of work- from accounting to legal services and amazing helping us sell all the booths ing with the CISBA but also in some of advice on growing your business and and C3 has come on as a partner, as well the programmes that they’ve put on we are talking with the private lending atthe the small end business of the year. centre. He con�irmed over the years as well. that“People the centre’s can come of�ices in and should receive be opensup- nian Times, while Marcus from Abacus “The Ministry and the Government ing is one of the greatest challenges or port from the staff at the centre and wasas Bank amazing of Butter�ield at our social. and We the had Cayma- about will continue to focus on small business- greatestinstitutions hurdles because for a we small know business,” �inanc- from there we will continue to work in 100 people come out. We encourage es as that’s one of our mandates and we Minister Hew said. “Once persons have partnership with the CISBA, the Cayman everyone to come and join the CISBA be- will continue our relationship with CIS- been through the programme at the Islands Chamber of Commerce and the cause the larger number the bigger the small business development centre University (UCCI) with which we’ve al- voice,” she said. To illustrate its commitment to small ready started that relationship. They As well as featuring booths and ex- businesses,BA,” he con�irmed. Minister Hew said the Gov- nancing from some of the lending insti- will play an integral role in the small hibits from several small and micro ernment was very close to opening its tutions.”it will be easier for them to receive �i- business development centre.” business owners, the expo, which was small business development centre. He said that the Government was also “The Ministry of Commerce and Min- free to the public, also offered a num- “Through that centre we will be able looking at other ideas such as govern- ister Hew has always been extremely ber of workshops open to business to offer services to small businesses supportive. Hurley’s Media has been owners. 

ment-guaranteed �inancing for clients of ADRIAN JONES IS GOLDEN APPLE AWARD WINNER ... Continued story from page A1 When Caymanian Times interviewed him he noted, “My main objective at the thus far. time was to improve student discipline, in “The2018, school was the now highest has rate an urday 5th October. The event is a joint in particular classroom behaviours that ethos of positive relation- ventureSea�ire Resort between on Grandthe Chamber Cayman, of on Com- Sat- were preventing students from learning ships in what can be charac- merce and the Ministry of Education. and achieving their full potential. I was terised as a family relation- This year there were 12 nominees for ship with drastic reductions the prestigious award. Nomination cat- on lifting academic achievement. Our re- in negative behavioural in- egories were in: sults,con�ident both that in academicthis would and have co-curricu- an impact cidents. The introduction of • Teacher Primary - Public School lar activities over the years would serve students leadership has rein- • Teacher Primary - Private School to validate that position.” forced these values and often • Teacher Secondary - Public School What was your approach in general? students can be observed ad- • Teacher Secondary - Private School “Regular communication with stu- monishing others to behave • Principal - Public or Private school dents was a key aspect of my approach, responsibly.” both in small groups as well as individ- How do you see your new from the list of nominees and after much ual, one-on one contact. This had an im- role as Ag. SSIO? deliberationA total of the 12 �inalistsaward for were Principal selected in mediate impact. Students were given a “Being SSIO affords me a Public or private school went to MR. variety of avenues to communicate their the opportunity to take the ADRIAN JONES, former principal of the needs and concerns. Advice from all staff tried and tested principles to Layman E Scott Senior High School and members supplemented this beautifully a larger scale so that all stu- current Ag. Senior School Improvement as we began to witness improved stu- dents both primary and sec- dents’ performance. The general focus ondary could work toward Mr. Jones arrived on Cayman Brac was on preserving the learning environ- improvement and the realiza- fromOf�icer Barbados for the Sister in 1993, Islands. and worked at ment in the classroom and minimising tion of their fullest potential. the school from 1993 until May 2019. distractions and negative behaviours. The realization of this goal He was initially recruited to teach Math- “The key indicator of success was the would certainly be in keeping with the currently pursuing various educational ematics and Information Technology. results of external examinations, uti- current focus of the Education Ministry careers. In 1999, under the support and recom- lizing the benchmark 5 or more passes in providing a world class education for The Caymanian Times congratulates mendation of his HOD, he applied for including English and mathematics we all students.” Mr Jones on this achievement. His ster- were able to make improvements from Mr. Jones is happily married to his ling work and vision are truly evident of was appointed to this position in August a 40%+ pass rate in 2007 to a consistent wife Neila, an integral part of his mis- his desire to make the education system 2000.the vacant This role post required of Vice Principalhim to act and as rate of approximately 70% or more over sion and successes. They have two sons, a lighthouse for all other jurisdictions. Dean of Discipline and Academic Affairs. Zachary and Ronnel both of whom are His award is well deserved. 

the last �ive years. Our results of 83% ‘The Great Disconnect’ at Camana Bay ... Continued story from page A2 was a key factor in achieving optimal This made Tamer wonder – how do social isolation are being labeled as ep- health. Working as a health and wellness people in North America feel about idemics - epidemics that may become After the viewing, guests and media professional for over a decade, I advised their sense of community and connect- one of society’s biggest challenges of the had the opportunity to ask questions edness? And what, if any, effect does this 21st century,” he remarked. and learn more about the process of two things: what we ate and how much have on our health and overall wellbe- The Great Disconnect is the second making the documentary, which will wemy exercised.” clients that health was de�ined by ing? documentary produced by this team; now make its way to possibly hav- He added that all of that changed after These questions inspired him to di- ing major distribution, according to a trip to the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. rect and produce The Great Disconnect. mentary about coconut oil and all of its representatives from Showcase En- “The purpose of the trip was to learn “As I met with experts in economic, splendidthe �irst being,wonders. “Bright Spot” - a docu- tertainment, who said they would be from the local population about food, social and urban design, I discovered The production team also includes ‘shopping the film around for oppor- nutrition and sustainable living, but how multifaceted this idea of commu- Rob Tyler (Co-Director, DP), Jeremy tunities.” what really overwhelmed us was the nity wellbeing is, and the ill effects that Walton (Co-Producer,Executive Produc- Director Tamer Soliman noted, ““Be- profound sense of community. Despite happen as a result of community break- er), Neville Hicks (Executive Producer), lacking (many possessions and mate- down. These issues not only impact StephenPrice (ExecutiveProducer)and of the concept of community wellbeing, rial things), the people of this village personal health and wellbeing but the Candy Whicker (Associate Producer) all butfore Imaking never thisreally �ilm, thought I had been too awaremuch seemed happy, healthy and connected health and wellbeing of communities of whom are either from or live in Grand to one another.” on a much larger scale. Loneliness and Cayman.  about it, and I de�initely didn’t think it

 The turnout was impressive at the exclusive Cayman Islands premier of, “The Great Dis-  Members of “The Great Disconnect” production team address questions from the audi- connect” ence after the documentary’s debut LOCAL NEWS PAGE A4 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 C�������� T���� The Lions Club of Tropical Gardens has launched its 22nd annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month activities of groceries, transportation and assis- Thon is scheduled for Sept 30, 2019 at Abacus Restaurant tance with accommodations, when un- 2.00pm - 6.00pm at in TheCamana of�icial Bay. launch The event was onstarted Monday off dergoing treatment overseas. Each year Eclipze Hair Design at with a bang, as a group of young peo- the club pays between $30,000 and Camana Bay. ple from Radiance Dance Studio and $50,000 for mammogram screenings The Club’s Pink Shop Cayman Islands National Dance Stu- and all funds raised help to cover those is open daily at the costs. Elizabethan Square, was a crowd pleaser. The agenda for Women who meet the established 11.00am - 4.00pm thedio performedevening included in a Flash a message Mob, which from medical criteria receive mammogram the Health Minister the Honourable vouchers at the district awareness meet- Saturday 11.00am to Dwayne Seymour, delivered by Acting ings, which are redeemable at the Health 2.00pmMonday forto Fridaythe sale and of Services Authority, Medlab, CTMH Doc- pink items for Dress was congratulated for continuing its tor’s Hospital and Ocean Medical. Down Dress Pink Day campaign,Chief Of�icer to Nancyraise the Bernard. public’s The aware- club Other fundraising events, to allow on October 25, 2019. ness about Breast Cancer Awareness. members of the public to contribute to This is a day when Glenroy Henry, JN Money’s Cayman the programme were the Brenda Tib- members of the com- Islands Country Manager and Event betts-Lund 5K Memorial Run/Walk at munity are invited to Sponsor, also delivered a congratulato- Kaibo and the Day of Beauty at Samee- either Dress Down in ry message at the launch. na’s Beauty Centre. Upcoming fundrais- Pink or Dress Up in The campaign, which is held in Oc- ing events include this weekend’s Bren- Pink and contribute  President of the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens Tonita Powell, tober every year, provides educational da Tibbetts Lund 5K & 10K Memorial $5 per person to the Acting Chief Officer of the Ministry of Health, Nancy Bernard and CEO of JN Money (Event Sponsor) Glenroy Henry, JN sessions to the public and mammogram Walk/Run at the 7 Mile Public Beach, Lions Club of Tropical Money’s Cayman Islands Country Manager vouchers to enable women to have which is scheduled for 13th October Gardens. Pink Items mammogram screenings, free of cost to 2019 6.00am Registration Available on- can now be selected them. line www.CaymanActive.com or the Li- online at www.LionsClubofTropicalGar- collection only at the Pink Shop, online Other activities held to mark the start ons Club of Tropical Garden’s Pink Shop dens.com/shop . The order will then be payments are not available at this time, of Breast Cancer Awareness month in- and on 20th October 2019, the Cut-A- prepared and available for payment and this option will save time by placing the cluding a Ladies Slumber Par- order online and shoppers will

DMS Broadcasting at the Grand the order is ready for collection. Caymanty on Sept Marriott 28, 2019, Resort. hosted Allby Thisreceive is anemail improvement noti�ication on when the funds raised will go towards previous system which required the activities of the programme. forms to be downloaded, com- A church service to mark the pleted, scanned and emailed to month’s activities was also held the Pink Shop. on Sunday Sept 29, 2019 at the The Lions Club of Tropical Cayman Islands Baptist Church Gardens concludes its month on Pedro Castle Road. of activities by honouring the There are many activi- men and women who are Breast ties scheduled to take place Cancer Survivors, by hosting its throughout the month of Octo- annual Breast Cancer Survi- ber, to help raise funds to pay vors Breakfast on 26th October for mammograms and assist 2019. This event is by invita- breast cancer patients who tion only, so if you are a Breast are going through treatment Cancer Survivor and would like and need assistance in various  LCTG Breast Cancer Awareness Mascot, Pink Warrior, performing with a flash mob of dancers from Radiance to attend this event please call areas including the purchase Dance Studio and Cayman Islands National Dance Studio 936-1739 to register.  Are Cullers on Target for Goal? By Flynn Bush ings of the creatures in wide excrement. Homeowners can dug up by laying females. There who had not yet turned in one open public spaces; especially be more at ease in the belief are positive results of the cull single catch. That second fac- About twelve months into compared to the norm before evident across the island; for tor caused the call for more to the nationwide culling effort, the cull started. Residents can plants will not be decimated by sure. join the ranks as DOE ended up thesethat theirfour-legged precious reptiles. �lowering Par- Now, when the cull began last holding two subsequent reg- in the green iguana popula- without the fear of returning to ents can worry less about their October, the plan was clearly istration drives for additional tion.there There is a are de�inite very few reduction sight- con�idently park under trees child’s favorite sand spot being laid out on paper. The igua- cullers. na-reducing exercise was going As of October 10, 2019, the �ind their car covered in iguana to last for fourteen months, un- DOE reports that the overall til the end of 2019. Additionally, cull total is 973,316 green igua- at that time, due to their exten- sive research and analysis, the should be easy to see that it is Department of Environment verynas. Forlikely even the the goal lay of person, 1.3 mil- it stated that the total number lion will not be reached by the of green iguanas needed to be end of 2019. That is unless removed from the environment somehow the registered igua- was 1.3 million. The govern- na removal specialists manage to eliminate more than 300, funds to compensate the cull- 000 of them in the remaining ment had put aside suf�icient months of this year. objectives were given to each. The question remains then; Theseers; and pre-set speci�ic quotas monthly were target in- what will the Department of dividually set, and agreed to by Environment decide to do if the the culling participants, and the DOE made careful calculations short of the 1.3 million goal? to ensure that the number of Willstart there of 2020 be an �inds extension them still of cullers could accomplish the time given to the cullers? Or lofty target goal. will the effort end there? Based However, things don’t always go as planned, and even with a at breeding and multiplying, it robust start to the campaign, appearson how proli�icthat perhaps this species cutting is the culling totals began to fall the cull short of the goal would behind desired numbers. There allow for the population to take were several different factors ourselves right back where we werehold again,before. and Granted, we might the DOE �ind werewhich taken, attributed those that to this. were First, out is the organization that has inas droves the �irst in the wave easily of accessi- iguanas ble areas, the cullers had to go Burton is undoubtedly an ac- into more challenging terrain complishedthe experts onboard.scientist; Mr.and Fred his compatriots are competent DOE reported that there were as well. Whatever they decide someto �ind registeredtheir prey. Secondly,cullers who the should be the best decision for had not met their monthly quo- this country. We will wait to see tas of iguanas; and even some what that decision will be.  ADVERTISEMENT C�������� T���� Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 PAGE A5 OLDER PERSONS MONTH | PIRATES WEEK PAGE A6 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 C�������� T����

 The Opening Church Service for Older Persons Month was attended by the congregation and  Ms Rosa Hurlston was honoured as a senior and given a plaque and fruit basket during many others including dignitaries and Ministry staff (Photos by Elphina Jones, GIS) the Opening Church Service for Older Persons Month Opening Church Service for Older Persons Month Wesleyan Holiness Church in West Bay hosted this documents that provide a meaningful framework on year’s Older Persons Month Opening Church Service, which to improve elderly care. broadcast live by Radio Cayman. Highlights of the service included the special song by Attending the ceremony to honour the lives and con- the Junior Church Choir and the Chapel Choir and the tributions of seniors were the H.E. Governor, Martyn recognition of two seniors who had been exemplary Roper and his wife Mrs. Roper; Speaker of the House servants of the church over several decades. Mr. Stan- Hon. McKeeva Bush; Deputy Governor and Head of the ford Ebanks and Ms Rosa Hurlston, were given plaques and fruit baskets by Senior Pastor Rev. Brenda Wallick. derson; Cabinet Ministers Hon. Juliana O’Connor-Con- The congregation then heard testimonials about the nollyCivil Service, and Hon. Franz Tara Manderson Rivers; Councillors and his wife Austin Mrs. Harris Man- honourees from their relatives and Rev. Wallick. and Barbara Conolly were also present. Rev. Wallick described old age as a privilege not giv- en to everyone. In her sermon, she also likened grow- Bush and remarks brought by Councillor for Commu- ing older to the life cycle of the shade-giving palm say- nityThe Affairs of�icial Austin welcome Harris. was Councillor given by thanked Hon. McKeeva seniors ing: “We may be old but we are not useless. We can still bear fruit in old age.” social prosperity of the Cayman Islands. While this The service ended with a vote of thanks and the debtfor their could many never sacri�ices be repaid to ensurehe said, the Government economic andhad  Mr. Stanford Ebanks was honoured as a senior and given recognised their role through the Older Persons Law a plaque and fruit basket during the Opening Church (2017) and the Older Persons Policy (2016-2035), torpresentation Paulinda Mendoza-Williams.to the pastors by Chief  Of�icer for Com- Service for Older Persons Month munity Affairs Teresa Echenique and the DCFS Direc- Panel Discussion on Positive Ageing Taps Seniors’ Insights The Older Persons Month Panel Discussion attracted interesting and thought-provoking responses by panel- lists on (Thursday, 3 October). Aired live on Radio Cayman’s Talk Today show, the dialogue hosted by the vices, was moderated by the show’s pre- senterDepartment Sterling of ChildrenDwayne Ebanks.and Family Ser- The panellists responded to questions, in Constitution Hall, on the topic of how achieve a community approach to posi- tive ageing, which were inspired by this month’s Older Persons Month theme. The annual observance’s Ambassa-  (L-r) Mrs. Beulah McField, Mr. John E. Ebanks, Mr. Mc- Farlane Conolly and Mr. Denniston Tibbetts were among  Mr. Rennie Barnes, Lana Poldervaart, Owen Farrington and Mrs. dors: John E. Ebanks, Beulah McField the panellists at the recent Older Persons Month Panel Beulah McField were among the panellists at the recent Older Persons the panelists: as were Captain Owen Discussion at Constitution Hall and McFarlane Conolly were among Month Panel Discussion at Constitution Hall dervaart (Council of Older Persons rep- resentativeFarrington, from Rennie the Barnes,Brac) and Lana Dennis- Pol- turning home from living in the United going into schools and incorporating ton Tibbetts (President of the Cayman States. such lessons into the curriculum. Ms da Mendoza-Williams. Islands Seafarers Association). Poldervaart and Mr. Barnes talked about population,”“The insights said that DCFS our Director panellists Paulin- have, Among the eight questions asked portance of family interaction, love and safeguarding seniors’ physical wellbe- were: their personal views on positive care,Mr. whileJohn E.Mr. Ebanks Denniston con�irmed Tibbetts the said im- ing and the importance of them having riences with ageing, can provide policy ageing, some of the practical ways pos- that parental care worked both ways. He adequate health insurance provision makersand the and value legislators of their �irst-handwith important expe- itive ageing can be practiced; and en- suggested that since parents look after after retirement. They also talked about insights when planning for the protec- couraged; and did they think that the their children growing up, grown chil- the need for discounts on medication for tion and advancement of our seniors,” Cayman Islands is moving towards an dren need to be attentive to the social seniors. Mr. Conolly discussed the value she added. age-friendly society. welfare and health needs of their elderly of spirituality in positive ageing. Taking turns, they spoke passionately parents. The importance of having an appro- Worker Jasmine Powell said: “It is my on the question of ageing in place (living “It’s not a coincidence that my chil- priate and accessible transportation hopeThe thatevent’s the co-ordinator, value of the DCFS panel Social dis- at home), social participation and social dren and grandchildren ring me every system for seniors, to enable their inde- cussion will stimulate further action in inclusion. evening to wish me a good night,” he pendence in going about their daily lives, providing age-friendly community initi- Ms Beulah said that seniors live longer added contending that parents had to was also championed by the panellists. atives. I encourage the private sector to and better quality lives when they age in take special care to raise children to re- “The panel discussion was introduced buy-in and partner with government in their accustomed environment with or spect and value seniors. during Older Persons Month last year. providing and improving services that close to family. The example she gave This was to provide a forum for seniors will enhance quality of life for our age- was of her own mother whose health the importance of passing on our cul- to express themselves and their opin- ing population, particularly in the areas turalCaptain values Owen to the Farrington next generation, spoke onby ions on the issues that affect our ageing of transportation and health.”  had signi�icantly improved since re- Pirates Week Charity Golf Classic is back! of funds raised for Meals on Wheels de- Pirates Week is less than two months pends heavily on the number of teams awayThe and Cayman organisers Islands are National pleased Festival, to an- signed up. Meals on Wheels as we know, nounce the Pirates Week Charity Golf provides hot nutritious meals to the Classic is back! This annual sporting most vulnerable in our society while event doubles as a fundraiser and en- also helping Cayman’s seniors to main- courages teams to play for some in- tain their independence at home,” said teresting stakes (and bragging rights) event coordinator, Anna Keating. while being entertained by swashbuck- Team entry is CI$1,000 and includes ling pirates along the fairway. green fees, cart rental, buffet dinner and

October at the North Sound Golf Course, day, 11th October. is Thegeared tournament toward corporate set for Friday, teams 25thand goodieThere bag. are Registration great prizes deadline to be won is Fri- in- registration fees will assist in raising cluding Cayman Airways gift vouchers much needed funds for Meals on Wheels for the winning team, a treasure trove Cayman. of spot prizes for the Longest Drive, The event will feature teams of four Closest to the Pin and Chip to the Ship players competing in a ‘scramble’ for- among other competitions, all in the mat. Each member of the team tees off name of raising money for our charity  Pirates raid the green every year as part of the fun from the starting hole and the best shot partners. is selected by the team. Play will contin- “This year’s Charity Golf Classic while having fun. Pirates Week truly has registering a team or sponsoring this ue from this point, until one player se- promises to be a lot of fun. It’s about something for everyone to enjoy,” said event are asked to contact events@pi- cures the ball in the hole. bringing people together to celebrate Pirates Week General Manager, Melanie ratesweekfestival.com or register on the “This exciting tournament is open to what Cayman has to offer and pro- website www.piratesweekfestival.com/ everyone and golfers of all skill levels viding another great opportunity for There are a number of ways to par- participate. Don’t miss out, register to- are encouraged to participate. The level people to show their community spirit ticipateMcField. and companies interested in day.  ADVERTISEMENT C�������� T���� Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 PAGE A7

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Grand Cayman this past Saturday, October 12 as games werePrimary played school in the footballers third round returned of the 2019 to �ields CUC Prima-across ryHeavy Football rains League and (PFL)lightning and werethe Girls’ the primaryPrimary causesSchool ofFootball a number League of postponements (GPFL). last Saturday, October 5, so players were eager to strap on their boots and

George Town Primary ventured north to West Bay to battletake to Sir the John �ields. A. Cumber Primary in what was to be three very competitive and exciting Group A games. In the Boy’s Under 9 contest, George Town’s Chico Boothe broke free in the 11th minute to grab the lead was no further scoring, both sets of players kept spec- for his school with a well-placed �inish. Although there and tenacious tackling. Both teams were extremely competitivetators on their and edge coped of theirwell onseats what with was some a very �ine rough play and uneven surface. George Town Primary returned home with a 1-0 win. In the Girl’s Under 11 game, a severely outnumbered Sir John A. Cumber team performed admirably against their George Town counterparts to secure a well-de- served 0-0 draw. Sir John A. Cumber’s central defender Destiny Brandon and goal keeper Delora Johnson were outstanding for the home side as they were excellent in their respective positions.

11 boys enjoyed a 2-1 comeback victory over their old In the day’s �inal game, Sir John A. Cumber’s Under the back of the net as Chico Boothe struck again as he rivals from the capital. George Town were �irst to �ind  Destiny Brandon (right in red) led her Sir John A. Cumber team mates against George Town Primary suspecting Sir John A. Cumber goal keeper. guided a de�lected shot in the 6th minute past an un- (Under 9 – respect rule enforced), NorthEast Schools 2019 Dart Girls’ Under 13 League terms as George Town scored an unfortunate own goal 0 vs. Cayman Prep 11A 4 (Under 11 – respect rule en- League Standings fromIn the a set 18th piece. minute, At 1-1, the bothhome sides side werecreated back a numberon level forced), Triple C 3 vs. Bodden Town Primary 0 (Under (As of Wednesday, October 9, 2019) of chances but found their opponents’ goal keepers at 9 – forfeit), Triple C 2 vs. Bodden Town Primary 1 (Un- Played Won Drew Lost GF GA Points the top of their games. In the 43rd minute, Sir John A. der 11), Red Bay Primary 0 vs. South Sound Schools 4 CHHS 2 2 0 0 7 0 6 Cumber’s speedy forward Dru Myles secured the three (Under 9) and Red Bay Primary 1 vs. Cayman Brac 1 Cayman Prep 1 1 0 0 6 0 3 points as he broke away from the George Town defence (Under 11). Cayman Int’l School 2 1 0 1 6 4 3 to slot home the winner much to the joy of the West JGHS 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 St. Ignatius Catholic 2 0 1 1 1 4 1 Bay parents and supporters. mary 2 vs. Cayman Prep Red 1, Triple C 0 vs. St. Igna- Triple C 2 0 0 2 0 12 0 tiusIn Catholicthe other 2, CUC Prospect GPFL Primarygames, it 0 was vs. CaymanSavannah Inter- Pri- International 9White 0 vs. St. Ignatius Catholic 4 (Un- national School 4 (respect rule enforced) and Bodden derIn 9 other - respect CUC rule PFL enforced), Group A games, Cayman it International was Cayman Town Primary 0 vs. Cayman Prep Blue 3. Scores: Wednesday, September 25, 2019: 11White 1 vs. St. Ignatius Catholic 5 (Under 11 – re- St. Ignatius 0 vs. CHHS 3 CHHS Field spect rule enforced), Savannah Primary 1 vs. Cayman ues this Saturday, October 19 with games at the An- Cayman Prep - vs. JGHS - Annex Field (Postponed due to the netball rally) Prep 9B 1 (Under 9) and Savannah Primary 1 vs. Cay- The 2019 CUC PFL and GPFL regular season contin- CIS 6 vs. Triple C 0 Dart Field man Prep 11B 2 (Under 11). mary, Prospect Primary and the West Bay Town Hall (Respect rule enforced for CIS vs. Triple C)

nex Field,  St. Ignatius, Dart Field, Bodden Town Pri- tional 9Blue 3 vs. Prospect Primary 0 (Under 9), Cay- Wednesday, October 9, 2019: St. Ignatius 1 vs. JGHS 1 St. Ignatius manIn CUCInternational PFL Group 11Blue B games, 3 vs.it was Prospect Cayman Primary Interna- 5 Field.2019 CUC Girls’ Under 18 League Cayman Prep 6 vs. Triple C 0 CIFA Field League Standings CIS 0 vs. CHHS 4 CHHS Field (Under 11), NorthEast Schools 0 vs Cayman Prep 9A 4

(As of Wednesday, October 2)

2019 Dart Boys’ Under 13 League Played Won Drew Lost GF GA Points Wednesday, October 30, 2019: League Standings St. Ignatius - vs. Triple C - Annex Field Cayman Int’l School (CIS) 1 1 0 0 6 0 3 Cayman Prep - vs. CIS - Dart Field (As of Thursday, October 10, 2019) JGHS 1 1 0 0 3 0 3 JGHS - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Prep 1 1 0 0 2 0 3 Played Won Drew Lost GF GA Points

St. Ignatius Catholic 1 0 0 1 0 6 0 Wednesday, November 13, 2019:

CHHS 2 2 0 0 11 3 6 CHHS 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 St. Ignatius - vs. CIS - Dart Field

Triple C 1 0 0 1 0 3 0 Cayman Prep - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Prep 2 2 0 0 7 0 6 St. Ignatius Catholic 2 1 1 0 10 5 4 Triple C - vs. JGHS - Annex Field

JGHS 2 0 1 1 6 8 1 2019 Dart Girls’ Under 13 League Scores & Standings

Triple C 2 0 0 2 2 10 0 Scores: Wednesday, November 27, 2019: Cayman Int’l School (CIS) 2 0 0 2 0 10 0 Wednesday, October 2, 2019: St. Ignatius - vs. Cayman Prep - St. Ignatius St. Ignatius Catholic 0 vs. CIS 6 St. Ignatius CIS - vs. JGHS - Dart Field (Respect rule enforced) Triple C - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Prep 2 vs. CHHS 0 CHHS Field Scores: JGHS 3 vs. Triple C 0 Annex Field Thursday, September 26, 2019:

St. Ignatius Catholic 3 vs. JGHS 3 St. Ignatius Cayman Prep 3 vs. Triple C 0 Annex Field Wednesday, October 16, 2019: CIS 0 vs. CHHS 6 CHHS Field 2019 CUC Boys’ Under 18 League St. Ignatius - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field (Respect rule enforced for CIS vs. CHHS) League Standings Cayman Prep - vs. JGHS - Annex Field

CIS - vs. Triple C - Dart Field (As of Thursday, October 3)

(CHHS has a bye) Thursday, October 10, 2019: Played Won Drew Lost GF GA Points St. Ignatius 7 vs. Triple C 2 St. Ignatius

Cayman Prep 4 vs. CIS 0 Dart Field Wednesday, October 23, 2019: Cayman Prep 2 1 1 0 4 3 4

JGHS 3 vs. CHHS 5 CHHS Field Triple C 1 1 0 0 2 0 3 Mid-term (No games) St. Ignatius Catholic 2 1 0 1 4 3 3

CHHS 1 1 0 0 3 0 3 Thursday, October 31, 2019: Wednesday, November 6, 2019: JGHS 2 1 0 1 4 5 3 St. Ignatius - vs. CIS - Dart Field St. Ignatius - vs. JGHS - St. Ignatius Cayman Academy 2 0 1 1 4 6 1 Cayman Prep - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Prep - vs. Triple C - Annex Field

Triple C - vs. JGHS - Annex Field CIS - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Int’l School (CIS) 2 0 0 2 0 4 0

Thursday, November 14, 2019: Wednesday, November 20, 2019: 2019 CUC Boys’ Under 18 League Standings & Scores St. Ignatius - vs. Cayman Prep - St. Ignatius St. Ignatius - vs. Triple C - Annex Field Scores: CIS - vs. JGHS - Annex Field Cayman Prep - vs. CIS - Dart Field Thursday, September 19, 2019: Triple C - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field JGHS - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field

St. Ignatius Catholic 4 vs. JGHS 1 St. Ignatius CIS 0 vs. CHHS 3 CHHS Field 2019 Dart Boys’ Under 13 League Standings & Scores Thursday, November 28, 2019: Cayman Academy 3 vs. Cayman Prep 3 Annex Field Wednesday, December 4, 2019: (Triple C has a bye) St. Ignatius - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field St. Ignatius - vs. Cayman Prep - St. Ignatius Cayman Prep - vs. JGHS - Annex Field Triple C - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field 2019 Dart Girls’ Under 13 League Scores & Standings Page | 2 Triple C - vs. CIS - Dart Field JGHS - vs. CIS - Annex Field Thursday, October 3, 2019:

St. Ignatius 0 vs. Triple C 2 CIFA Field

Cayman Prep 1 vs. CIS 0 Dart Field JGHS 3 vs. Cayman Academy 1 Annex Field (CHHS has a bye)

Thursday, October 17, 2019: St. Ignatius - vs. Cayman Academy - St. Ignatius Triple C - vs. CIS - Dart Field Cayman Prep - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field

(JGHS has a bye)

Thur sday, October 24, 2019: Mid-term (No games) 2019 CUC Boys’ Under 18 League Standings & Scores

Thursday, November 7, 2019:

St. Ignatius - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field Cayman Prep - vs. Triple C - Annex Field CIS - vs. JGHS - Dart Field (Cayman Academy has a bye)

2019 CUC Girls’ Under 18 League Scores Page | 2

Thursday, November 21, 2019:

St. Ignatius - vs. Cayman Prep - St. Ignatius Triple C - vs. JGHS - Annex Field CHHS - vs. Cayman Academy - CHHS Field (CIS has a bye) 2019 Dart Boys’ Under 13 League Standings & Scores Page | 2

Thursday, December 5, 2019: St. Ignatius - vs. CIS - Dart Field Triple C - vs. Cayman Academy - Annex Field JGHS - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field (Cayman Prep has a bye)

ForFor a complete update of Local News, Notices and Events, log on to Thursday, December 12, 2019: Cayman Prep - vs. JGHS - Annex Field www.caymaniantimes.kyw Cayman Academy - vs. CIS - Dart Field The only website that allows you to download your daily news and upload your advertisements Triple C - vs. CHHS - CHHS Field (St. Ignatius has a bye)

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REGIONAL C360 | WORLD WATCH C�������� T���� Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 PAGE B1 The call of Politics By Michael Jarvis, So far, it's clear that throughout the UK Correspondent British OTs civil servants have chosen the path of least resistance. A court case in could de- They must resign to run with the pro- termine how the UK Overseas Terri- viso that if they fail in their political en- tories(OTs) deal with the issue of civil deavours there’s no certainty of regain- servants entering active and elective ing their jobs. politics without jeopardising their jobs, So they've generally opted to play it especially is they fail to win at the polls. safe; safeguarding their jobs, salary and The long-standing practice which pensions…unless the evidence of polit- hardly has any variation amongst the ical research quite literally guarantees territories imposes severe restrictions their electability. on civil servants’ involvement in politics. Reinstatement is at a huge risk. And rightly so. The implications and In the case of Montserrat for exam- risks to good governance are self-evi- ple, updated regulations stipulate that dent. an unsuccessful ex-civil servant/po-  A sting operation was executed by the Special Operation Response Team (SORT) at But a paradox arises, especially in the litical candidate must reapply via the the Transformed Life Ministry Rehabilitation Centre smaller societies where the pool from normal channels for a job in the service. which candidates can be drawn is lim- Many would prefer not to take that risk, ited. especially after spending many pen- There is a strong argument to be sion-qualifying years in the public ser- Pastor Among Six Detained made about the over-reliance, and ease vice. of candidates from the private sector to pur- as Trinidad Police Rescue 69 sue their political ambi- tions whilst there coun- People from “Modern-Day terparts in the public service are faced with a bewildering plethora Slavery” at Church Facility of restrictions and hur- dles. Police in Trinidad and Tobago this It’s not a level-play- morning said they had “unearthed modern-day slavery” at a church’s re- a muchThe string bigger operation picture – beganthere’s atpro�it ap- be argued that some of habilitation centre, rescuing 69 people proximatelymade out of this,”12:15 Grif�ith a.m. today,said. at the theing best �ield, minds and itare could dis- who had been held in captivity and ar- church on Eastern Main Road, Arouca. suaded from coming Search warrants were issued after a pe- forward. The revelation from the Trinidad riod of monitoring and investigations. andresting Tobago a pastor Police and Service �ive other (TTPS) people. fol- In addition to Commissioner Grif- in many respects. lowed a sting operation coordinated TheIt’s a interestsdif�icult balanceof the by the Commissioner of Police Gary Support Unit also on scene, assisted civil service - and by by�ith, a themedical TTPS’s unit Victim comprising and Witnessof doc- extension the state in Operation Response Team (SORT) at tors, nurses and ambulance attend- its administrative con- theGrif�ith Transformed and executed Life Ministry by the Special Reha- ants from the North Central Region- struct, must be bal- bilitation Centre on Eastern Main Road al Health Authority, who conducted anced against the political ambitions In the UK, the Civil Service Manage- in Arouca. initial on-scene examinations of the and constitutional rights of civil servants ment Code stipulates that “civil serv- The rescued people – all citizens of rescued individuals before taking the - and the state in its political construct. ants in the” politically free” group are the twin-island republic – included 65 individuals for treatment. In the UK, the regulations (read; safe- able to remain civil servants and be men and four women ranging in ages The TTPS said reports had been guards) in place are extensive, detailed from 20 to their 60’s The TTPS said in and relatively clear, while leaving scope ever, they must submit their resigna- a statement they were “all held cap- about possible imprisonment of per- for political ambitions to be pursued. tionpublicly before identi�ied they give as a theircandidate. consent How- to tive…most of them were in cages and sonsmade at to the senior facility, of�icers and Commissioner months ago As detailed as it is, it boils to a simple nomination.” some handcuffs”. rule; resign to run. Importantly though, they can be rein- “We have now cracked, probably negligence of duties on the part of That is further facilitated by a method stated. what is one of the biggest situations Grif�ith is now investigating possible of categorising civil servants thereby al- “Departments must reinstate former Speaking to the media on the scene, civil servants in the “politically free” those of�icers. are evaluated for this purpose. group who have resigned to stand for onpertaining the scene. to human traf�icking in this had come to him “with the audacity… lowingThe more a degree senior of �lexibility you are in in the how UK they civ- election and whose candidature has country,”He said some Commissioner of the people Grif�ith had been said tothe say top that cop they said were that aware senior of of�icersreports il service and the more administratively proved unsuccessful, provided they ap- at the facilities for years. of false imprisonment”. sensitive your role, the tighter the re- ply within a week of declaration day. “This is a much bigger picture and “So this matter has gone a little bit strictions and controls on your political “Departments have discretion to re- we’ll have to investigate each and further where it can actually expand involvement. instate former civil servants who have every situation…This relates to virtu- into possible investigation taking place Workers are categorised according to resigned from the politically restricted al slavery where persons have been in their grades; “politically free” - industri- or intermediate groups to stand for elec- cages; we have reports from some of public there will be full transparency,” tion and whose candidature has proved them that they’ve been tortured. It is hewith said. police  of�icers.…I will assure the restricted” - members of the Senior Civil unsuccessful.” Service,al and non-of�ice civil servants grades; in theGrades “politically 6 and 7 (or equivalent), plus members of the servantsThe �lexibility with political allows ambitions. in this system Jamaica And South Africa the “intermediate group” - civil servants mainlyIn the bene�its OTs, many the civil lower servants grade con- civil outsideFast Stream the “politically Development free” Programme; and “politi- sidered as potential candidate material, cally restricted” groups. rather than administratively resign, in- Sign Air Service Agreement In the main, this method has been stead resign themselves to the realities adopted and adapted by the OTs to var- of the public service. Jamaicans will soon be able to travel New York or London; the possibility ying degrees based on their local reali- Running is risky and resigning to pur- directly to South Africa following the exists that you can go from Kingston ties. sue a career in politic is at your own risk. recent signing of an air service agree- straight into Johannesburg,” he point- But there’s an abiding point of view But that’s in the UK’s overseas terri- ment with the country. ed out. that argues that this is nevertheless tories. Minister of Transport and Mining Minister Montague said that the new incompatible with rights enshrined in On the other hand, in the Dutch Car- Robert Montague said the arrange- arrangement will open up opportuni- national (UK-approved) constitutions ibbean territories, part of the Kingdom ment comes after many years of trying ties for trade, tourism, study and travel. in the territories, especially where the of the Netherlands with varying degrees to secure the deal, with “several stops In the meantime, he said that the rights and freedoms of the individual in of administrative oversight from The and starts”. Government is in the process of try- a democratic society are safeguarded. “Many persons have spoken about it ing to secure similar air service agree- Balance and practicalities are critical, and return to the service. ments with other African nations. and the risk to good governance and Hague,While civil there servants is no certainty can run that for of�ice they port Minister said while addressing a “We are discussing with Ghana and transparency must be paramount. will get their old jobs back (some do), ceremonyand we have for �inally the presentationdone it,” the Trans- of an I believe Nigeria; we are far down the they are nevertheless guaranteed rein- wicket with them,” Montague said. of the size of the pool from which candi- statement with their accumulated ben- Norman Manley International Airport Noting that Nigeria is a manufactur- datesFurthermore, are drawn. there is also the issue yesterday.Aerodrome Operator Certi�icate to the er of motor vehicles, including cars, If there’s a suggestion of constitution- The advantage is that it offers the “We are very pleased that we now sport utility vehicles and trucks, the al rights being violated by incompatible Dutche�its intact. territories a broad choice of can- have this air service agreement in minister said “how nice and wonder- regulations - some of which are woefully didates, many of whom are knowledge- ful it would be to have some of those outmoded and archaic, and availability able about how their public administra- with [South Africa] possibly into Nor- on our Jamaican roads to underline of quality candidates being hampered tion functions. manplace Manley that will airport. facilitate direct �lights the whole South-to-South cooperation by a 'small pool syndrome', then a seri- This contrasts with a situation evi- “In order to get to South Africa you and to underline that umbilical link to ous look needs to be paid to how best dent in the British OTs where the transi- no longer need to go to Panama, Brazil, the motherland”.  tion from private to public sector in key And it would need to come via admin- administrative and legislative positions, istrativethis perceived and legislative �law can beaction. corrected. often-times takes an inordinately long It’s a delicate balance between civil learning curve to grasp how the civil servants’ constitutional rights as cit- service, and indeed government, func- izens against their responsibilities as tions. public servants, and the need to ensure But what’s good for the Dutch might that the public service is not exposed to not be the best for the British OTs…or political manipulations from within. might it be? 

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 Minister of Transport and Mining, Robert Montague, speaking at a ceremony for the presentation of an Aerodrome Operator Certificate to the Norman Manley Internation- al Airport yesterday. Seated beside him is Chief Technical Director in the Ministry, Dr Janine Dawkins. (Photo credit: JIS) Call 945 8463 / 9162000 or email [email protected] INTERNATIONAL SPORTS PAGE B2 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 C�������� T���� Walsh helps Tridents to upset are the unexpected Hero cham- dents scored 160 for 6 and then bowled pions as Amazon Warriors’ per- book their spot in the �inals. The Tri- fect season unravelled at the worst pos- The Tridents last won the CPL in 2014, sible moment. theirout the only Knight other Riders time. for Tridents 148 all skipperout. The Warriors had won all 11 matches picked up momentum late – including three against the Tridents – in the campaign and came good at the right time. They had only three wins second best in the face of an inspired from eight games and looked to be down performancebefore the �inal by inthe Antigua Tridents. but came off and out but won their last two league After Jonathan Carter’s unbeaten 50 games. They then took a pasting in qual-

this win. They had three defeats on the fromoff 27 20 balls overs, led athe recovery Tridents from bowled 108-6 and in bouncei�ier 1 but against avenged the everythingWarriors. But thanks Satur- to the �ifteenth over to an imposing 171-6 day was meant to be different. And Jon- 27 runs and break the Warriors’ hearts athan Carter coming in at no.7 smoked a at�ielded the last. brilliantly Tridents to defendbowler theRaymon target Re- by and that gave them the psychological ures of 4-24 from his four overs. edge.�ifty to Guyana take Barbados could neverin a decent get goingscore iferWhile lead thethe wayTridents with remarkablecelebrated �ig-a and the total was never threatened. In well-deserved and comprehensive vic- the end, Guyana were humbled, for the

spite and his team being  Hayden Walsh no longer wants to play for the USA years.tory, the This Warriors is perhaps were the left toughest to re�lect to resounding�irst time in thefavourites tourney, coming by 27 runs.into De-the on a �ifth Hero CPL �inal defeat in seven team is exceptional. Credit to everyone. his chances, unless he is prepared to had preceded it. Holder said: “We had belief. The We played better on the day and wait for a long time. take of all given the �lawless season that coaching�inal, this formatstaff has can been be unforgiving. outstanding. I we deserved to win.” According to the ICC’s player eligi- a crushing blow to the Trinbago Knight couldn't ask for anything else from my Malik said: “I congratulate Barbados Riders,In the pulling semi-�inal, off aBarbados 12-run victorydelivered to guys. Johnathan was outstanding. The Tridents for playing amazing cricket es- Islander would have to sit out at least pecially in the later stages of the tourna- threebility years laws, before the 27-year-old he could become US Virgin el- igible to play for the West Indies. cause of Carter. We started our innings Walsh’s chances of representing the well,ment. but They we �inished couldn't the carry innings on.” well be- West Indies dwindled after he played Hayden Walsh Jr, Man of the Series, for the United States when they earned said: “I have no words right now. I have been working for years and this is the time in their 54-year history after ensur- time it all paid off for me.” one-day international status for the �irst Carter, Man of the Match, said: “It is a Cricket League Division 2 last April. very proud moment for me. I was wait- ingMeanwhile, a top-four former �inish inWest the Indies ICC’s coach,World ing for this moment for a very long time. Guyana-born , has been I am very emotional today. When you named as a member of a new four-man have a friendly Jason as a captain who panel of West Indies cricket selectors believes in you, things become easier.” expected to begin duties next month. Tridents leg-breaker Walsh still wants The 56-year-old former spinner will to play for the West Indies, despite repre- be joined by former Windwards bats- senting the USA at international level. His men Mile Bascome and Lockhart Sebas- Antiguan father, Hayden Walsh Sr., and tien alongside Barbadian Hendy Wal- lace. Harper managed the West Indies class matches for the Leeward Islands. team between 2000 and 2003 and later uncle,Walsh, Vaughn who Walsh,was the both CPL’s played top wick- �irst- became the manager of the West Indies  Jonathan Carter hit a superb 50 in the final et-taker with 23, has probably ruined Youth team in 2005.  Gauff , 15, is champ Biles continues to after lucky entry dominate Teenager Coco Gauff Simone Biles became has become the young- the most decorated gym- est player to win a nast in World Champion- World Tennis Associ- ships history with two ation title in 15 years more golds in Stuttgart, with victory in the Linz Germany. Open. The American, 22, sur- The 15-year-old passed the overall med- American beat Jelena Ostapenko 6-3 1-6 6-2 Scherbo by winning on and will move inside theal record balance held beam by Vitaly- her the world's top 75. gold - in Stuttgart. for the main draw as a 24thBiles medal, put 18in ofanother them luckyGauff loser only after quali�ied losing sublime display to post a score of 15.066 and pick qualifying. up her fourth gold of the in the �inal round of championships. ing week, I hope to She then produced a come"It has back been here an again. amaz- I stunning 15.133 to beat will remember this mo- compatriot Sunisa Lee, ment for the rest of my 16, and win another gold  Simone Biles has won 23 world titles

Gauff.  Coco Gauff has been a revelation this year China's Liu Tingting and Li Shijia took medals in World Championships and life,"The said youngster, Atlanta-born who silverin the �loorand �inal.bronze respectively on the Olympics, three short of the record held rose to fame at Wimbledon this year balance beam. by Scherbo, who represented the Soviet when she won her maiden WTA title in Having won four gold medals and one Union, the Commonwealth of Independ- Tashkentulates Nicole in 2004. Vadisova,  who was 15 bronze at Rio 2016, Biles now has 30 ent States and Belarus in the 1990s.  when she beat �ive-time champion Venus Williams in the �irst round, em- Kenyans smash marathon records Marathon runners were headline Eliud Kipchoge became the first ath- The Kenyan, 34, covered the 26.2 news over the weekend for completely lete to run a marathon in under two miles (42.2km) in one hour 59 min- different reasons although both achieve- hours, beating the mark by 20 sec- utes 40 seconds in the Ineos 1:59 Chal- ments were sensational. onds. It will not be recognised as the of- lenge in Vienna, Austria on Saturday. it was not in open competition and he used�icial amarathon team of rotating world record pacemakers. because The Olympic champion - who holds

of 2:01:39, set in Berlin, Germany in the of�icial marathon world record previous attempt at the Italian Grand Prix2018 circuit - missed at Monza out by in25 2017. seconds in a Then Kipchoge’s compatriot, Brig- id Kosgei, eclipsed the 16-year-old women's marathon world record held by Britain's Paula Radcliffe as she retained her Chicago title. The 25-year-old recorded 2:14:04, easily inside Radcliffe's mark of 2:15:25 set at the London Marathon in 2003. It adds to her win in London this year  Eliud Kipchoge ran under 2 hours in a  Brigid Kosgei shattered the women’s marathon record the youngest winner of the race.  marathon when she clocked 2:18:20 and became PUZZLES | COMICS C�������� T���� Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | Issue No 441 PAGE B3

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