Topic: André Ebanks
The NCFC administration’s first year: Minimal progress on delivering affordable housing
One thing candidates from all sides shared a view on in the run-up to the 2025 general election was the need for more affordable...
Six bills passed in first day of final session of Parliament
The final meeting of the 2025-2026 parliamentary session got under way on 29 April with the passing of six bills and the tabling of...
Little Cayman airport to remain at current site
Government has confirmed that Little Cayman’s Edward Bodden Airfield will remain in its current location, bringing a decisive end to years of uncertainty over the future of the island’s only airport.
Premier announces Cayman’s US-recognition reinsurance bid
Speaking at Reconnect 2026, the premier announced that Cayman would submit its long-mooted bid for qualified jurisdiction status by July.
Funding for Opposition improves democracy, says premier
The official Opposition party is to receive funding for an office and staff following an amendment to legislation which came into force at the start of this year.
Manderson celebrates farewell DG5K with thousands taking part
Around 3,000 participants turned out to walk, jog and run the Deputy Governor's 5K Challenge, Franz Manderson's final one as deputy governor
Immigration Act amendments get support across Parliament
Government’s plans for immigration reform moved a step closer with MPs from all political parties approving legislation as it made its way through Parliament.
British MPs praise Cayman in ‘phenomenal’ visit
Five British MPs have completed a visit to the Cayman Islands and recognised the strict regulation of the financial services industry.
Premier: Reducing energy prices key to cost-of-living challenge
Government is seeking to tackle high energy costs as part of a broader effort to ease mounting cost-of-living pressures in Cayman.
Premier André Ebanks, speaking...
Premier considers work permit ‘express lane’ as part of immigration reform
An ‘express lane’ for compliant businesses to receive swifter work permit processing is being considered as part of government’s overhaul of the immigration system,...
Government meets its pledge to send US$1.2m in aid to Jamaica
Three months after Premier André Ebanks pledged US$1.2 million in aid to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa, the Cayman Islands government has confirmed that the total sum has now been allocated to its Caribbean neighbour.
Cayman’s leaders look forward to 2026
Cayman’s political leaders rang in 2026 with messages of unity, optimism and caution.
2025 Year in Review: A new coalition government hopes to last
The National Coalition for Caymanians took the government after the General Election, bringing three groups together.
Major immigration reform passed by Parliament
The most significant changes to Cayman Islands immigration law in years have been passed by Parliament.
Civil servants, pensioners and seafarers to get $500 gift from government
Civil servants, seafarers, pensioners and those on long-term financial assistance are to get a one-off payment of $500 as a festive thank-you from the coalition government.
Premier leads London delegation for Joint Ministerial Council meetings
André Ebanks, the premier and minister for financial services and commerce, is heading up the Cayman delegation to London for the UK’s annual Joint Ministerial Council meetings.
Budget bill passes in Parliament with opposition party abstaining
Parliament has voted to pass the National Coalition for Caymanians first Budget, with the Bill passing in spite of four members of the Opposition choosing to abstain.
Cabinet ministers get more funding for chauffeurs
Government voted new funds for Cabinet ministers to have drivers available late at night, citing safety concerns for hard-working politicians.
Premier: Higher bank licence fees just the ‘opening salvo’
Senior officials signalled that the government is exploring new fee structures to force banks operating locally to pay more to government and create jobs for Caymanians.
Budget focuses on ‘overhauling’ Cayman’s education system
In his Parliamentary Budget Address, Premier André Ebanks said the government will overhaul the education system to address Cayman’s social deficit, the result of years of growth that, he noted, failed to create equal opportunity.
Hundreds gather to honour war dead on Remembrance Sunday
Cayman residents of all ages and walks of life joined forces to remember the islands' contribution to the protection of freedom and democracy.
Government announces record $2.5 billion spending plan
The National Coalition for Caymanians unveiled its $2.5 billion budget for the next two years, with a heavy focus on education and new revenue measures including stamp duty hikes on luxury properties.
Premier: ‘Cayman stands with Jamaica’
The Cayman Islands has pledged essential supplies and resources to help Jamaica recover from the impact of Hurricane Melissa, the worst storm to ever hit the island.
Cayman showcases its football vision to CONCACAF president
The Cayman Islands Football Association recently hosted Victor Montagliani, president of the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football and vice president of FIFA.
Premier calls on Cayman business community to ‘lean in’
Premier André Ebanks used a well-attended Chamber of Commerce Parliamentary Luncheon to implore businesses to fund improvements.
Coalition government sets out its plans ahead of November budget
Premier André Ebanks introduced the first Strategic Policy Statement (SPS) of his coalition government in Parliament on Friday, 17 Oct., saying it set out the vision of the administration towards a 'stronger, fairer and braver country'.
Cayman launches 2025-2026 National Risk Assessment
Cayman has launched its 2025-26 National Risk Assessment to gauge its framework against money laundering and terrorist financing.
Mental health advisory council meets for first time
The advisory council for Cayman's new in-patient mental health treatment centre has met for the first time. A government minister described the meeting as a step towards the destigmatisation of psychiatric problems and the reintegration of patients into society.
Cayman strengthens safeguards to block illicit funds with new office
Cayman has set up a new office to spearhead the fight against illicit money, Premier and Finance Minister André Ebanks has said.
New Kiddiwinks playschool in West Bay ready for pupils
Kiddiwinks Garden Playschool in West Bay is set to welcome its first pupils in a few weeks’ time after it was officially opened by Premier André Ebanks on Friday.
Interns help improve areas of government ministry
This summer, 26 interns from various academic disciplines across the business and financial sectors have put their analytical minds to the test to create tangible improvements to everyday processes within the Ministry of Financial Services and Commerce.
IP register enhances search capabilities
The Cayman Islands Intellectual Property Office has made it easier to search its online register of trademarks, patents and design rights.
Seafarers past and present honoured at Sea Sunday lunch
Cayman's seafarers and seafaring history were honoured at the weekend with the annual Sea Sunday celebration.
Parliament passes civil service term limits for non-Caymanians
Government and opposition members both clashed and cooperated in a fiery final day in Parliament on Friday before breaking for the summer recess.
Lottery and cannabis options to be reviewed by Law Reform Commission
Government is to ask the Law Reform Commission to look at options for a national lottery and cannabis reform following April’s referendums
Premier and chief justice to speak at major financial services conference
Spectrum has become an important platform for dialogue between regulators and the financial services industry.
Governor outlines top priorities for new Parliament
The new coalition-led government laid out its plans for the new parliamentary session in the governor's address, delivered at the state opening of Parliament on Wednesday.
Premier bullish about Cayman’s transparency reforms after UK talks
Premier André Ebanks left London this week feeling confident that the islands – and, in particular, its critical financial services industry – is in good standing with the UK government.
Government promises sweeping immigration reform
Sweeping changes to Cayman’s immigration law and regulations are in the pipeline, government leaders confirmed Thursday.
Immigration term limits for expat civil servants
Expatriate civil servants will face term limits from 1 Jan. next year, after Cabinet this week approved moving ahead with amending immigration rules.
Premier: Non-profits play critical role in Cayman’s economy
Premier André Ebanks stressed the importance of non-profit organisations in maintaining Cayman's mostly indirect taxation system.
Premier and DP target education and immigration among coalition priorities
Premier André Ebanks and deputy Gary Rutty highlighted the need to rethink the Brac school project as they talked priorities with the Compass.
New government called a ‘turning point’ for environmental protection
Environmental campaigners are hailing the election of newly formed National Coalition for Caymanians as a watershed moment for sustainability, signaling promise in how the islands balance development and environmental protection.
André Ebanks elected premier following parliamentary ballot
André Ebanks found himself being challenged Tuesday for the job of premier, when the PPM nominated its leader, Joey Hew, for the role.
In pictures: Cayman’s new government sworn in
A selection of images from the swearing-in ceremony of the ministers and members of the Cayman Islands government.
As it happened: André Ebanks sworn in as premier after Parliament ballot
André Ebanks is set to be sworn in as premier alongside his National Coalition For Caymanians government this afternoon.
Coalition government forms with André Ebanks to be premier
André Ebanks is in line to be the next premier of the Cayman Islands at the head of a grand coalition bringing together two new political parties and three independent MPs, the Cayman Compass understands.
Big interview: There is hope for Cayman, says TCCP leader André Ebanks
It’s been a turbulent year for The Caymanian Community Party leader André Ebanks.
Having served as deputy premier under Juliana O’Connor-Connolly for almost a...
PPM fights back on finances and immigration
Former finance minister Roy McTaggart has dismissed suggestions that the PPM is to blame for the state of the country’s finances and urged his rivals to accept responsibility and 'take the heat'.
Party leaders reject calls to legalise abortion
Legalising abortion or changing the definition of marriage to include same-sex couples are unlikely to be on the agenda of the next government – whoever wins this month’s general election.
Opposition rivals unite against PPM in fiery leadership debate
A potential anti-PPM alliance appears to be emerging among two new political parties following a fiery leadership debate Wednesday.
Election 2025: Party Leaders Debate as it happened
As the 2025 election race enters its final strait, the three men vying to be Cayman's next premier — Joey Hew, Dan Scott and André Ebanks — faced off in a televised leadership debate.
Cost of living, housing top of mind in West Bay South forum
West Bay South incumbent André Ebanks and challenger Sterling Dwayne Ebanks faced off during the Chamber of Commerce candidates' forum.
Parties come out punching for general election
In the blue corner, a challenger intent on bobbing and weaving its way to the top, and in the red corner, a veteran battler...
Election briefing: What the path to power looks like for main contenders
After nomination day the Cayman Compass takes a closer look at what it will take for each of the three parties to forge a path to power.
Caymanians will finally get their say on cruise berth question
Caymanians will finally vote in a referendum on the future of cruise shipping as MPs have voted in favour of the Referendum Bill.
André Ebanks to lead new ‘Caymanian Community Party’ in battle for government
Former deputy premier André Ebanks will lead a new political group – the Caymanian Community Party – into the next general election.
Former premier: Conservation law changes are ‘totally unjustified’
Planned changes to the National Conservation Act will strip it of its power and tilt the balance of Cayman's future towards unchecked development, two former sustainability ministers have claimed.
Law change in memory of Shemaiah Grant means criminal drivers might be charged child...
Motorists who cause death by illegal driving could now be made to pay costs for the upbringing of the deceased person’s children.
Government to act faster on emergency homelessness following Compass report
Government has promised to improve emergency care for homeless people following a report by the Compass about a family with two young children who ended up sleeping on the beach while suitable accommodation could be found for them.
Politicians urge action on domestic abuse after Silent Witness March
The Silent Witness March came amid questions over whether legislation on sexual harassment would finally make its way through Parliament.
New Deputy Premier Bryan says ‘no cause for alarm’ in Chamber speech
New Deputy Premier Kenneth Bryan said that "the government remains stable and there is no cause for alarm" in his keynote speech at the Cayman Islands Chambers of Commerce Annual Parliamentary Luncheon on Thursday.
‘Toxic’ environment forced rebel MPs out, packed meeting told
Four MPs who resigned from government launched a blistering attack on the administration on Wednesday night, blasting a “toxic” and “sexist” Cabinet that failed to act as a cohesive entity.
MPs back ‘minority government’ decision, call for early 2025 election
A spring 2025 general election now seems likely after four breakaway MPs backed a move to ensure the diminished UPM coalition can continue as a minority government on a temporary basis.
Cayman headed for minority government until next election
The opposition has agreed to provide temporary, conditional support to allow the beleaguered government coalition to continue to run the country until an election is called.
Divisions over conservation law and conduct in Cabinet led to government split
Division over the handling of a number of key policy priorities including the National Conservation Act, beach erosion, the Cayman Brac high school project and the landfill deal contributed to the collapse of the UPM coalition this week, the Compass understands.
After latest government collapse, what happens now?
The resignations of four key government members Thursday leaves the Cayman Islands' Parliament hopelessly divided.
Government in crisis as deputy premier and three MPs quit
The Cayman Islands government is on the brink of collapse today after three Cabinet ministers and a parliamentary secretary quit, plunging Parliament into new chaos and leaving the ruling coalition without a working majority.
Cayman to get ‘seat and voice’ at table with global money laundering watchdog
The next time world leaders sit down to discuss anti-money laundering black lists, Cayman will have a seat at the table.
Minister slapped down over incitement to violence concern
A government minister was ordered to withdraw remarks that could be seen as an incitement to violence during a fiery debate over the future of a beach traditionally used by fishermen.
NAU transitions to Department of Financial Assistance
The Needs Assessment Unit, the government agency which delivers monetary help to those in need in Cayman, will transition this week into the Department of Financial Assistance.
André Ebanks dismisses rumours of rift with premier
Deputy Premier André Ebanks has laughed off suggestions of a spat with Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, telling the Compass, “I’m not aware of any issues between us.”
