Topic: Governor Jane Owen
Turtle Crawl brings community together for a cause
West Bay turned into a sea of green as walkers and runners alike tackled the annual Turtle Crawl 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, 26 April.
Leaders say Cayman is prepared for migrants and hurricanes
Governor Jane Owen said that preparations for a potential influx of migrants are well under way, with the establishment of a Mass Migration Committee and building temporary structures to house any arrivals.
Ombudsman taking legal action to prevent being forced to retire
Ombudsman Sharon Roulstone is taking legal action against Governor Jane Owen to try to prevent being forced to retire before her seven-year contract is completed.
Jewellery store owner calls for more police protection after robbery
At a glance
• The owner of Rocky's Diamond Gallery is appealing to the police commissioner and governor for regular police foot patrols following a...
Cayman appoints first female deputy governor
Cayman's first female deputy governor will take up the post in the summer, Government House has said
Graham Hampson appointed chairman of the Anti-Corruption Commission
Governor Jane Owen has announced the appointment of Graham Hampson as chairman of the Anti-Corruption Commission. His appointment is effective 25 Feb. 2026 for a three-year term.
Winners of the ‘2025 Governor’s Award for Design and Construction Excellence’ announced
The Governor, Jane Owen, announced the winners of the 2025 Governor’s Award for Design and Construction Excellence, presented at Government House recently.
Dutch court delivers landmark judgment in Bonaire climate change case
A landmark court judgment has put new focus on the responsibilities of major European powers to protect small island territories in the Caribbean from the impacts of climate change.
Interpreters sought as Cayman prepares for potential migrant influx
With the possibility of a mass migration from Cuba, and perhaps Haiti, officials in Cayman say there will likely be a need for additional...
Cayman prepares for possible Cuban influx
Governor Jane Owen says Cayman's security services are making contingency plans to respond if recent events in Venezuela result in an influx of Cuban migrants to Cayman.
Cayman’s leaders look forward to 2026
Cayman’s political leaders rang in 2026 with messages of unity, optimism and caution.
Governor says UK is ‘vigilant’ over US/Venezuela tensions
Governor Jane Owen has told Deputy Opposition Leader Kenneth Bryan that the UK is "vigilant" amid US military action against Venezuela.
2025 Christmas messages from premier André Ebanks and governor Jane Owen
Governor Owen and Premier Ebanks delivered uplifting holiday messages to the people of the Cayman Islands at Christmas time
Governor and premier issue joint statement on crime
Governor Jane Owen and Premier André Ebanks issued a joint statement saying the recent incidents of crime are being taken very seriously.
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.
Ombudsman sues governor over ‘unlawful’ disciplinary attempt
Cayman Islands Ombudsman Sharon Roulstone is taking legal action against Governor Jane Owen over a disciplinary investigation that she claims is unlawful and unfair.
Governor calls for bigger security budget at veterans’ event
Extra cash should be pumped into Cayman's security services, Governor Jane Owen has said
Compass tries out … blackwater diving
Diving beneath the waves in the middle of the night on a blackwater dive with Don Foster's reveals a world of weird and wonderful creatures.
The King’s Birthday in Cayman: Everything you need to know
Here's everything you need to know about celebrating His Majesty King Charles III on the King's birthday in Cayman.
King’s Birthday medals to be awarded to distinguished Caymanians
Caymanians Loxley E M Banks and Frances McConvey will be presented with medals by Governor Jane Owen at the official celebrations of the King’s...
Cayman police deployed to Anguilla amid rising gang violence
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service has deployed eight of its officers to Anguilla to help police on that island with gang violence.
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.
First Caymanian auditor general appointed
Current Deputy Auditor General Patrick Smith will become the first Caymanian to hold the position of auditor general in Cayman.
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.
Election and referendum local observers appointed
A team of seven people, and two alternates, has been appointed to act as domestic observers in the upcoming general election and referendums.
Election monitors sought for 30 April polls
Governor Jane Owen is inviting people to apply to serve as election and referendum observers in the upcoming polls on 30 April.
General election timeline begins with issuing of writs
The official clock on Cayman's general election has commenced ticking with the formal issuing of writs of election to the returning officers responsible for overseeing and conducting the 2025 polls.
‘Shocked’ premier won’t seek re-election after ‘political tsunami’
Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly is not seeking re-election in her Cayman Brac seat in next year’s general election in the Cayman Islands.
Hew and Conolly sworn in as opposition leader and deputy
In a short ceremony in Parliament on Monday morning, Joey Hew was sworn in as leader of the opposition, with Barbara Conolly as the deputy leader.
Trafficked Ethiopians among refugees believed to have fled Cayman
Two Ethiopian men smuggled to Cayman by people traffickers have fled the country, it was revealed on Wednesday.
Beneficial ownership law begins amid public access push
Even as Cayman's new Beneficial Ownership Transparency law and accompanying regulations officially commenced the push to have this information publicly accessible continues.
Governor reflects on safety issues, from hurricanes to gun amnesty
As the peak of hurricane season looms on the horizon Governor Jane Owen is urging the community to guard against complacency when it comes to storm preparations especially after the island escaped serious impact with the recent passage of Hurricane Beryl.
Governor: ‘Constant danger’ to Little Cayman flight exemption
Even though Little Cayman's flight exemption will continue past September Governor Jane Owen has said there is a 'constant danger' of the license to fly into the island being pulled making the need for a solution to the airport situation 'urgent'.
Flood response shows lack of community readiness
Cayman's hazard readiness was put to the test on Monday, 10 June when persistent heavy rainfall led to widespread flooding in Grand Cayman. The...
Residents assess water damage as Cayman recovers from deluge
Business largely returned to usual on Tuesday following three days of heavy rain, heralding the beginning of hurricane season.
Auditor General Sue Winspear to leave office this year
Sue Winspear, Cayman's first female auditor general, will be leaving office later this year after eight years of service to the people and government of the Cayman Islands.
Governor Owen tests the waters with eFoil board
Governor Jane Owen showed off her athletic abilities with her first eFoil lesson.
Premier meets with UK minister amid beneficial ownership pressure
Premier Juliana O'Connor-Connolly met with UK Minister David Rutley in London as pressure mounts for Britain to have its Overseas Territories implement a public beneficial ownership registry.
Million-dollar radar investment to help fight gun and drug running
The UK has pledged $1 million to improve radar surveillance around Grand Cayman as part of a package of measures to disrupt drug and gun trafficking.
Security Council to audit CCTV network in wake of shooting
Cayman's national CCTV programme is facing scrutiny in the aftermath of the 25 Feb. shooting at Ed Bush Stadium in West Bay.
Police chief addresses escalating gang violence
Commissioner of Police Kurt Walton spoke out on Friday, 26 Jan., on the rising levels of gang crime in Grand Cayman, and in particular, in West Bay.
Regional disaster responders converge in Cayman
Joint disaster response capabilities were at the centre of discussions between Hazard Management Cayman Islands, Jamaica Defence Force officials and members of a regional Disaster Assistance Response Team currently on island.
From excellency to honourable: How to address government officials
Have you ever gotten tongue-tied when speaking to a government official? Do you get 'Her Excellency' mixed up with 'Your Honourable'?
Governor: Cayman’s new UK ‘compact’ high on agenda in 2024
Discussions on the Cayman Islands' new compact with the United Kingdom will be high priority in the new year and will come with widespread consultations within the community.
Year in review: 2023 brings new king, new governor, royal visit
With much of Cayman’s attention being drawn later in the year to the local political upheaval, changes to the islands in its role as a British Overseas Territory – in the form of the coronation of a new king and the appointment of a new governor – seem distant memories.
Governor Owen marks first Christmas in Cayman
Governor Jane Owen, who will be celebrating her first Christmas in the Cayman Islands, says she is looking forward to spending the holidays with her children and cooking her traditional Christmas dinner.
The Resh Hour interview: Governor Jane Owen
Governor Jane Owen reflects on her eight months in the Cayman Islands and looks ahead to 2024 on the latest episode of the Cayman Compass talkshow 'The Resh Hour'.
Future of governor’s residence will be a ‘big political decision’
While Governor Jane Owen says there has been no detailed discussion on moving her out of Government House she is will accept whatever decision is made when it comes to the official residence.
Governor vows ‘hostile environment for criminal activity’
Following a fatal shooting, Governor Jane Owen has reaffirmed that fighting crime remains a priority, saying there will be "a targeted response to specific incidents, especially those involving violence and firearms".
Cayman to sign ‘British family’ declaration
Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly has declared her government’s intention to join other overseas territories in signing a declaration of partnership with the United Kingdom.
Student Phoenix Singh shares his love of Cayman through YouTube
First Baptist student Phoenix Singh has a passion for patriotism and he has been using the power of social media to share his love for the Cayman Islands.
Veterans Association kicks off annual poppy appeal
Governor Jane Owen and Premier Wayne Panton were pinned with the first poppies on Saturday night signaling the start of the Cayman Islands Veteran's Association's annual fundraising poppy appeal.
Government facing questions over transport plan as Parliament resumes next week
Parliament is set to officially open on 19 Sept. and Opposition lawmakers are seeking answers on a range of issues, from government's public-transport plans to updates on restoring the southern end of Seven Mile Beach.
Parliament pauses for the summer
Jane Owen issued her first proclamation as governor on Monday, 31 July, to prorogue the 2022-2023 session of parliament.
Local leaders respond to Bush charges
While local leaders steered clear of commenting on the charges filed against West Bay West MP McKeeva Bush, the Opposition has turned the spotlight on Premier Wayne Panton.
In photos: Pomp, ceremony and garden party mark King Charles’s birthday
It was a day of firsts in Cayman, with the islands' new governor hosting a parade and garden party to mark the first official birthday of the United Kingdom's new king, Charles III.
Parade, governor’s garden party to mark King’s birthday on Monday
A garden party for the public at the governor's residence and a parade filled with pomp and ceremony will be held in Cayman on Monday, 19 June, to mark the first official birthday of King Charles III.
Governor: Mental health cases are taken seriously
Governor Jane Owen says cases which involve mental health issues are taken seriously by her office. The governor's involvement in such cases came to the fore as part of the Cayman Compass' recent investigative series, examining the case of Travis Webb.
Governor calls for more responsible drivers as DUIs hit 100
Governor Jane Owen has expressed concern that even in the face of stiffer penalties Driving Under the Influence remains an issue in Cayman with 100 people having been arrested for drink driving in the last five months.
Benji, Cayman’s own ‘Diplodog’
Benji, a friendly black Labrador who swapped snow for sand when he accompanied his owner, Governor Jane Owen, to the Cayman Islands last month, was somewhat of a diplomat in his own right at her previous posting.
Cayman’s Coat of Arms immortalised in stained glass at UK Speaker’s House
Cayman's Coat of Arms, along with heraldic shields from all UK Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies, now form part of a beautiful stained window at the House of Commons Speaker's House which was unveiled this week.
At home with Governor Jane Owen
With her cherished family photos adorning side tables at Government House, it's clear Cayman's new Governor Jane Caroline Owen is settling in, but that does not mean she will remain locked away from the community behind the white gates on West Bay Road.
Cayman regiment to join King’s coronation parade
Cayman's six-member Regiment team is set to represent the island at the Coronation Procession for King Charles this Saturday and the excitement is growing for the reservists as the hours wind down towards to the historic event.
Governor Owen cheers on athletes at CARIFTA celebration
In her first week as governor, Jane Owen has been busy getting to know her new home including attending a CARIFTA team appreciation reception on Tuesday, 25 April.
A warm Cayman welcome for new governor
Cayman's new governor, Jane Owen, got her first taste of Cayman on Saturday evening at a reception on the lawn of Pedro St. James, where she was feted with local music, dance, poetry and food.
