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Governor’s Design and Construction Award Winners Announced
The Governor, Jane Owen, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Governor’s Award for Design and Construction Excellence, presented at Government House this week

Official Funeral Held for Former MP Austin O. Harris Jr.
In recognition of his contribution to the Government and people of the Cayman Islands, former Member of Parliament Austin Osmond Harris Jr. will be accorded an official funeral by the Cayman Islands Government.

New hello2HIRED Initiative Connects Caymanians with Employers
The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration (MCEI) has officially launched hello2HIRED, a new employment initiative aimed at connecting Caymanian job seekers directly with employers, while offering practical, on-site career support.

Chief Meteorologist Contributes to Regional Weather Resilience Efforts
CINWS Chief Meteorologist Kerry Powery presented critical infrastructure updates to the World Meteorological Organization’s Regional Association IV last month, reinforcing the territory's leadership role in improving meteorological services across our region.

Nominations for (2026-27) Proud of Them Youth Award Open Soon
Nominations for the prestigious Proud of Them Youth Recognition Awards open on Sunday, 1 March 2026. Caymanian youth aged 10 to 25 may be nominated, including self-nominations, in the categories of Academics, Sports, Community Service, Business, Career and Culture. The deadline for submissions is Saturday, 21 March 2026 at 11:59PM.

MRCU Begins Daytime Aerial Treatment in Targeted Areas
Residents in the following areas can expect to see the MRCU aircraft flying at a low altitude and making multiple passes:
NCFC Advances Urgent Legislation to Help Caymanians
Premier the Hon. André Ebanks MP has today reaffirmed Government’s commitment to good governance, transparency and problem-solving leadership in certifying a limited number of Bills as urgent under section 77(2) of the Cayman Islands Constitution Order.
Gov Protects Residents Who Applied for PR & Status Under Previous Rules
The proposed changes are designed to make sure that people who reasonably believed they would qualify under the current 15-year residency rule in the Act are treated fairly and have their expectations properly considered.
CI and UK Authorities Host Maritime Safety Course for Small Commercial Operators
The free one-day course, titled “Safe Operation of Small Commercial Vessels,” will be delivered at the Inspire Cayman Training Facility, 131 McLendon Drive, George Town.

NRSC Reminder: Enforcement of Micro-mobility Laws Begin 1 March 2026
The National Road Safety Committee (NRSC) reminds the public that enforcement of existing laws governing e-bikes, scooters and similar micro-mobility devices begins on 1 March 2026