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Movement of Live Bird Products Now Permitted
The Department of Agriculture (DoA), within the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure, advises farmers, retailers, and the general public that the standstill order affecting live bird products is no longer in effect as of 21 December 2025
MRCU Undertakes Drone Training and Calibration
The use of drones will allow MRCU to better target areas that are difficult or impossible to access by ground teams or the mosquito control aircraft
H.E. the Governor Jane Owen's Statement on Venezuela
We are closely monitoring developments in Venezuela following last weekend’s U.S. military action and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.

Legislation Passed to Increase Stamp Duty on Properties
Hon. Rolston Anglin steered through legislation and regulations which will increase stamp duty on the transfer of properties worth $2 million dollars or more, and also increase the taxes charged on share transfers valued at..
Recycle Your Natural Christmas Tree 2026
The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) is announcing the beginning of its annual Natural Christmas Tree Recycling Programme aimed at reducing the amount of waste entering the George Town Landfill.
2026 New Year Message from H.E. the Governor, Jane Owen
Hello everyone.
I wanted to take this opportunity, as we stand on the threshold of the year 2026, to wish you and your loved ones all a very, very happy New Year.
2026 New Year Message from Premier, Hon. André Ebanks
My fellow Caymanians, residents, and friends,
As the clock strikes midnight and we embrace the dawn of a New Year, 2026, I warmly convey best wishes to you and your families [...]

Cabinet Approves Funding for Pines Retirement Home Expansion
The Cabinet has approved a grant for expansion of the Pines Retirement Home through the Ministry of Social Development and Innovation (MSDI).
Kearney Gomez Doppler Radar Temporarily Out of Service
The Cayman Islands National Weather Service wishes to inform the public that the Kearney Gomez Doppler Radar is temporarily out of service due to technical issues.