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New Trade Mark Regulations Strengthen Protection Against Counterfeit Goods
New Trade Marks regulations will come into effect on 17 June 2026, giving the Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) a clearer process to help prevent suspected counterfeit goods from entering the Cayman Islands.

HMCIPS and Correctional Service of Canada Form Alliance
HMCIPS, under MDAHA, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this year with the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) in February to establish a structured, five-year partnership
Minister DaCosta to Advance Regional Postal Resilience
Minister for District Administration and Home Affairs, Hon. Nickolas DaCosta, will attend the 28th Caribbean Postal Union Conference and the 21st Council of Ministers for Postal Affairs, taking place from 25–29 May 2026 under the theme “Leading for Resilience - Transforming Caribbean Post for a Connected Future.”

NCFC Marks One Year in Office with Landmark Reforms and Clear Path Forward
NCFC released its one-year report, providing a comprehensive account of its first year in office including its legislative actions, strategic policy achievements and community investments delivered across all three Islands.
Incident at HMP Northward
His Majesty’s Cayman Islands Prison Service confirms that an incident occurred at HMP Northward on Saturday, 16 May 2026, resulting in injuries to two prisoners.
Government Removes Expungement Application Fees
The change removes the requirement for eligible applicants to pay a non-refundable fee when seeking to have an eligible criminal record expunged or when applying for a declaration of expungement
Incident at HMP Northward Referred to RCIPS
His Majesty’s Cayman Islands Prison Service confirms that an incident occurred at HMP Northward on Monday, 11 May 2026, resulting in injuries to two prisoners

Government Announces Three-Phase Plan to Lower Energy Costs and Support Families
The NCFC Government today announced a comprehensive, three-phase programme to address the acute affordability challenge facing households this summer, and to tackle structural improvements needed to reduce energy consumption more sustainably.

NCFC Government Announces Landmark Environmental and Infrastructure Commitments
The Cayman Islands Government today announced a series of significant policy decisions that bolster environmental preservation, community infrastructure, and support long-term economic resilience.
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