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Temporary Suspension of Poultry Movement Inter-Island
The Department of Agriculture in the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure has announced the temporary suspension of all inter-island movement of live avian species (including poultry)
Containment Efforts Continue After Avian Flu Detection
Government teams continued coordinated containment and monitoring activities today, Sunday 30 November, following the confirmed detection of H5N1 Avian Influenza in a limited number of birds at a farm in West Bay.
Multi-Agency Response Follows Avian Flu Detection
Multiple government agencies have been focused on containment and risk mitigation today, Saturday 29 November, following the detection of the H5N1 Avian Flu on Grand Cayman.
Port Authority of the Cayman Islands Receives New Purpose-Built Maritime Cargo Crane
The Port Authority has purchased a Konecranes Gottwald harbour crane, shipped to the Cayman Islands from the Port of Antwerp in Belgium.
Avian Flu Detection on Farm in Grand Cayman
The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure and Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability have confirmed the detection of H5 avian flu in animals on a farm in Grand Cayman and are taking immediate coordinated action to address the situation.
H5 Avian Flu Confirmed at West Bay Farm
The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure and Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability have confirmed a case of H5 avian flu in a single bird at a farm located on Cemetery Road in West Bay, Grand Cayman.

The Cayman Islands Confirmed as CWEIC Caribbean Hub
The Cayman Islands has been confirmed as the official Caribbean Hub for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC)...
NiCE Programme Registration Extended Through 4pm on Tuesday, 25 November
PLAHI has announced an extension to the registration period for the 2025 National Community Enhancement (NiCE) Programme. Caymanians now have until 4pm on Tuesday, 25 November to complete their registration.
NiCE Programme Returns: Temporary Employment Opportunity
PLAHI, under the leadership of the Hon. Johany ‘Jay’ Ebanks, is pleased to announce the return of the National Community Enhancement (NiCE) Programme for 2025. This year’s programme will run from 1–12 December 2025.
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