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Repatriation of Six Cuban Migrants
The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) repatriated six (6) irregular migrants to the Republic of Cuba on Friday, 6 March 2026

Government Modernises Litter Law With Passage of Litter (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The amendments modernise existing legislation by introducing stronger enforcement measures and clearer powers to address litter offences, supporting cleaner neighbourhoods and helping protect the Cayman Islands’ natural environment
Second Health and Safety Training for ECCE Personnel
The Department of Environmental Health (DEH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education & Training, is inviting all Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) staff and operators to register for the upcoming Health and Safety Training and Certification for ECCE staff and operators scheduled for April 14, 2026
MHES Recognises World Kidney Day
In recognition of World Kidney Day observed today, 12th March, the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES) is highlighting ongoing work to strengthen kidney health services in the Cayman Islands
Thirteen Caymanians Commence CBC Recruit Training Programme
The recruits have embarked on a comprehensive training course designed to equip them with the knowledge, skills, and professional standards required to safeguard the borders of the Cayman Islands.
Premier: Productive Parliament Sittings Move Government's Broad Outcomes Forward
The NCFC Government, led by the Premier the Hon. André Ebanks, welcomed a highly productive four days in Parliament as a number of our country’s longstanding challenges were addressed collaboratively by elected leaders on both sides of the aisle

Summary of Parliamentary Proceedings: 10 March 2026
During the Fourth Sitting of the Fourth Meeting of the 2025–2026 Session, Members of Parliament passed several Bills relating to traffic regulation, litter enforcement, land administration and the establishment of a new Administrative Appeals Tribunal. The Sitting also included statements on government programmes, appropriation matters and the approval of several motions addressing governance and community development.
Minister Jay Ebanks Strengthens Cayman’s Licensing Law
Parliament today passed the Traffic (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2026, legislation brought forward by the Hon. Johany “Jay” Ebanks, Minister of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing & Infrastructure to strengthen legal clarity within the Traffic Act and ensure the continued integrity of the Cayman Islands’ vehicle licensing framework.
Minister Jay Ebanks Advances Mortgage Transparency Reforms
Hon. Johany “Jay” Ebanks, today brought forward reforms in Parliament to strengthen transparency and fairness in the Cayman Islands’ mortgage system, with Parliament passing the Registered Land (Amendment) Act, 2026.

Cayman Marks Commonwealth Day with Fly a Flag Ceremony
This year’s theme highlights how the 56 member countries of the Commonwealth can rally together to face today’s challenges and unlock opportunities that can deliver shared and lasting prosperity for all who live in the Commonwealth.