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2026 Deputy Governor's 5K Challenge Achieves Historic Fundraising Milestone with Record $120,000
The Deputy Governor, Franz Manderson, announced at a special volunteer and sponsor recognition reception at the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands on 2 July, that the 2026 Deputy Governor's 5K Challenge raised a record $120,000

HMCI PACARF Workshop Marks Pivotal Step in Strengthening National Disaster Response
HMCI successfully convened the second Pre-All Clear Assessment Readiness Framework (PACARF) Workshop on Monday, 29 June 2026, bringing together more than 80 participants from across the public and private sectors in the Cayman Islands and the wider Caribbean region
CIPS to Temporarily Suspend Acceptance of Postal Items Containing Goods to the EU
The Cayman Islands Postal Service (CIPS) advises customers that, effective 1 July 2026, it will temporarily suspend acceptance of postal items containing goods destined to European Union (EU) countries

Appointment of Magistrate of the Summary Court
His Excellency the Acting Governor, Franz Manderson, is pleased to announce the appointment of His Honour, Mr Duane Murray, as a Magistrate of the Summary Court of the Cayman Islands
Cabinet Approves Increased Duty Allowances for Returning Residents
Cayman Islands families will keep more money in their pockets this summer and beyond, as the NCFC Government delivers meaningful cost-of-living relief through higher duty-free allowances for returning residents.
Public Comments: Cannabis Reform
The Law Reform Commission invites stakeholders and members of the general public to comment on the issues identified in the Discussion Paper titled “Cannabis Reform: Options for a Harm Minimisation Framework” and, in particular, to submit their views on the consultation questions presented

Lauren Knight Announced as new Chief Officer of the Portfolio of the Civil Service
Acting Deputy Governor Gloria McField-Nixon today, Wednesday 1 July 2026, announced the appointment of Lauren Knight as Chief Officer of the Portfolio of the Civil Service (PoCS), succeeding her in the role

Radio Cayman Building Renamed the Loxley Banks Broadcasting Centre
The renaming honours former Director of Broadcasting Loxley Banks, whose vision, leadership and 60 years of contribution helped shape the station into one of the Islands’ most trusted public institutions

Late James Ryan Honoured at Official Funeral
The Official Funeral for former Chief Secretary James Ryan was held on Saturday, 27 June at the Aston Rutty Civic Centre in Cayman Brac

Appointment of Marlon Bodden as Director of Customs and Border Control Service
MDAHA is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Marlon Bodden as Director of the Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC), effective 1 July 2026, following a competitive and open recruitment process