Topic: Bodden Town West MP Chris Saunders
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.
Cayman Finance funding questioned
During the 17 Nov. session of the parliamentary finance committee, MP Chris Saunders questioned the $1.375 million annual government funding allocated to Cayman Finance.
MPs reject 2% property tax proposed to pay healthcare costs
Parliament squashed plans on Thursday for a 2% property tax to be levied on overseas property owners as a measure to pay for healthcare for underinsured seniors and children.
Government plan for $150M loan raises questions
Government is moving ahead with its plans to secure a $150 million loan facility which has raised concerns among Opposition lawmakers.
Consumer Protection Bill pulled for further amendments
Bodden Town West MP Chris Saunders has withdrawn his Consumer Protection and Guarantees Bill, saying he intends to make amendments to the legislation, which would require further public comment, before tabling it in Parliament.
Pushing for consumer protection: Dream car turns into nightmare
When Elena bought her new car in 2020, she thought her transport woes were a thing of the past; however, her dream car quickly turned into a nightmare, exacerbated by the lack of consumer-protection legislation.
Saunders: Cayman must meet international labour standards
Former Labour Minister Chris Saunders has called on government to take the necessary steps to bring the Cayman Islands up to international standards when it comes to workers' benefits and wages.
New pensions raid for home purchases gets green light
Caymanians will soon be able to dip into their retirement savings to help buy or build homes after new legislation was passed Thursday.
Saunders seeks public hearings for review of ‘high fuel costs’
Bodden Town West MP Chris Saunders is seeking the creation of a parliamentary select committee to review the "high cost of fuel" in the Cayman Islands against the backdrop of the rising cost of living.
Process to be simplified for duty waivers on medications
Individuals facing costly import duties to bring in medication to treat their medical conditions could soon be able apply for duty waivers using a form as part of of simplified application process.
Lawmakers support motion to pause bank rate increases
Lawmakers voted overwhelmingly on Thursday evening for government to continue discussions with local banks for existing interest rates to be cut and pause further increases.
Bank rates, pension reform up for debate as Parliament set to resume
Lawmakers are set to return to Parliament on Wednesday where they are expected to debate approval for supplementary appropriations for the 2022 budget, as well as private member's motions aimed at addressing bank rates and pension reform.
MPs agree to consider 13% pay bump for civil servants over 3 years
Government has committed to consider implementing, as soon as possible, salary increases for civil servants amounting to 13% over a three-year period.
Saunders takes aim at PACT spending plans
Former deputy premier Chris Saunders is set to launch his first move from the Opposition benches through three private member motions when Parliament resumes this week.
Premier silent, as Governor denies role in Saunders’ exit
Governor Martyn Roper has distanced himself from MP Chris Saunders' sudden departure from the PACT administration, saying his row with the former deputy premier was not the source of his exit from the Cabinet on Tuesday.
