Mediation Centre Opens in Turks and Caicos Islands
A mediation centre dedicated to dispute resolution and restorative justice for the people of Turks and Caicos Islands has been opened in the country. Victims of crime as well as persons impacted by it now have a place to achieve healing and closure through Victim-Offender mediation. According to Chief Justice Mabel Agyemang, both court-connected mediation and the restorative justice process will be accessed at the Mediation Centre which was opened on July 15 at Emily House in Providenciales. The Mediation Centre will be the neutral place away from the intimidations associated with courtrooms; providing comfort, to allow for meaningful mediation …
Mediation Centre Opens in Turks and Caicos Islands
A mediation centre dedicated to dispute resolution and restorative justice for the people of Turks and Caicos Islands has been opened in the country. Victims of crime as well as persons impacted by it now have a place to achieve healing and closure through Victim-Offender mediation. According to Chief Justice Mabel Agyemang, both court-connected mediation and the restorative justice process will be accessed at the Mediation Centre which was opened on July 15 at Emily House in Providenciales. The Mediation Centre will be the neutral place away from the intimidations associated with courtrooms; providing comfort, to allow for meaningful mediation …
Digital Access to Turks & Caicos Laws Imminent
Attorney-General of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles, QC, announced that the laws of the land will be digitized and made public for residents of the country. With the passing of a motion in the House of Assembly, the preparation and publication of the revised laws will be made available online with free access to them. “The Cabinet has made the decision that in terms of the laws which are kept up to date and available on the Attorney General’s website and are updated as they are passed in the house of assembly and as they are made by …
Digital Access to Turks & Caicos Laws Imminent
Attorney-General of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles, QC, announced that the laws of the land will be digitized and made public for residents of the country. With the passing of a motion in the House of Assembly, the preparation and publication of the revised laws will be made available online with free access to them. “The Cabinet has made the decision that in terms of the laws which are kept up to date and available on the Attorney General’s website and are updated as they are passed in the house of assembly and as they are made by …
Turks and Caicos Islands Judiciary Announces Christmas Recess
Turks and Caicos Islands Judiciary announced that the Christmas Recess shall commence on Thursday 23rd December, 2021 and end on Monday 3rd January, 2022. During the Christmas Recess the Chief Justice will be available to deal only with matters that are urgent or require prompt attention. The first term in the 2022 legal year will commence on Tuesday 4th January, 2022. Court Business During the Christmas Recess A person who wishes to have a matter listed for hearing during the recess must file a certificate of urgency along with an affidavit, which must set out the reasons why the matter …
Turks & Caicos brings into force legislation to protect survivors of domestic abuse
The Domestic Violence Ordinance 2015, a landmark piece of legislation in the Turks and Caicos Islands, came into force on 3rd December 2021. This legislation will enhance the protection of persons who are survivors of domestic violence. The Domestic Violence Ordinance forms part of the Family Legislation that was passed by the House of Assembly in 2015. They consist of the Child (Care and Protection) Ordinance, the Adoption Ordinance, the Family Law (Guardianship, Custody, and Access to Children) Ordinance, and the Domestic Violence Ordinance. Previous legislation did not make provision for persons who are cohabiting to obtain a protection order. …
Turks & Caicos brings into force legislation to protect survivors of domestic abuse
The Domestic Violence Ordinance 2015, a landmark piece of legislation in the Turks and Caicos Islands, came into force on 3rd December 2021. This legislation will enhance the protection of persons who are survivors of domestic violence. The Domestic Violence Ordinance forms part of the Family Legislation that was passed by the House of Assembly in 2015. They consist of the Child (Care and Protection) Ordinance, the Adoption Ordinance, the Family Law (Guardianship, Custody, and Access to Children) Ordinance, and the Domestic Violence Ordinance. Previous legislation did not make provision for persons who are cohabiting to obtain a protection order. …
Turks and Caicos Islands wins 2021 International Travel Awards
The Turks and Caicos Islands wins International Travel Awards for Best Beach Holiday Destination in Americas 2021 and Best Honeymoon Destination in Americas 2021. International Travel Awards on Monday made the announcement of the winners for Americas, Africa and Oceania region for the year 2021. The Award program is organised and managed by Golden Tree Events Dubai, and have partnered with Dark Sky Association Portugal – First Starlight Tourism Destination in the World, HotelApp – No.1 Touchless Mobile App for Hotels / Resorts, Mr.Resto – The leading restaurant QR Menu app, Next Brain Technology and Travel CEO – Best Travel Agency CRM Software. All …
The Ritz-Carlton Opens In Turks and Caicos
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company on Tuesday opened The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, marking the debut of the iconic luxury hospitality brand in TCI. …
Bar Association Offers Bursary Grant to Law Students
The TCI Bar Council announced the details of the annual TCI Bar Association Bursary Grant and invites suitably qualified applicants to apply. The Bursary Grant is a monetary award offered to students who are Turks and Caicos Islanders and are enrolled in full-time legal education at tertiary level. The programme of study must lead to a qualifying law degree permitting the student to further enroll onto a vocational law program geared towards the practice of law in accordance with section 5(1)(a) of the Legal Profession Ordinance and who must demonstrate an intention to return to the Turks and Caicos Islands …