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Older Persons Council's Landmark Report Tabled in Parliament

Minister and Financial Assistance Appeals Tribunal Discuss Fair, Accessible Appeals
The discussion focused on the Tribunal's independent role, the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness, and practical measures to support the effective operation of the appeals framework.

Council Announces Full Programme for 3rd Annual Ageing Forum
Bringing together Cayman Islands leaders, health and wellness professionals, community advocates and service providers for an afternoon focused on practical ways to support people in ageing well

DCFS Invites Nominations for 2026 Older Persons Month Ambassadors

The Council of Older Persons Invites the Public to its Annual Ageing Forum
Held under the theme "Ageing Well, Together". The free event brings together older persons, families, caregivers, professionals & the wider community, and will take place on Saturday, 26th September 2026

My eID Services Now Available at Savannah Post Office Location
Residents of Grand Cayman's eastern districts can now apply for and receive support for the Cayman Islands Identification Card (My eID), following the official opening of a new Cayman Islands Identification Card office at the Savannah Post Office on 3 August 2026

CIG Continues Summer Stipend Programme for School Bus Drivers & Bus Wardens
The Cayman Islands Government has approved a Summer Stipend Programme for eligible school bus drivers and bus wardens employed by private bus companies contracted to provide transportation services for Government schools

eServices Sign-In Users Urged to Update Their candw.ky Email Addresses
The Department of eGovernment (eGov) is urging residents who use a candw.ky email address to update their eServices Sign-In account ahead of the discontinuation of the candw.ky email service mid-September

Cayman Islands Identification Card Supports Hurricane Preparedness
The Department of eGovernment is encouraging Cayman Islands residents to include the government-issued Cayman Islands Identification Card: My eID in their 2026 hurricane season preparedness plans, as reliable identification is essential to accessing emergency services and recovery assistance across all three islands
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