Topic: Joey Hew
Opposition says government needs concrete plan for ‘housing crisis’
Opposition leaders have raised concerns over how quickly new affordable homes are being provided for those who need them by the National Coalition for...
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.
Fuel security and cost of living dominate discussion at PPM event
Fears over the security of Cayman's oil supply amid international conflict, the cost of living and healthcare dominated a PPM event
PPM calls for the establishment of district councils
Deputy Opposition Leader Kenneth Bryan filed a motion in Parliament calling for the establishment of advisory district councils as soon as possible.
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: Hew’s report card on government
Opposition leader Joey Hew ended the year with swipe at the government over what he said was rushed immigration legislation which would cause problems in the future
Opposition MPs raise concerns about impact of immigration bill
Opposition members and independent MPs raised concerns about “unintended consequences” of the reforms contained in the government’s Immigration Bill and warned that it could open the door to legal challenges as well as impacting Caymanian businesses.
Cayman farmers in need of support in the face of avian flu
Members of the community are calling for clearer communication and practical support to farmers as the government works to contain an outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza confirmed at a West Bay poultry farm on 28 Nov.
Opposition raises concerns over ministers’ budget silence
Opposition leader Joey Hew tore into the coalition government over its failure to outline plans to deal with the eyesore landfill and shore up Seven Mile Beach
Immigration changes could hit Cayman jobs, Hew warns
Stricter immigration rules could lead to job losses in Cayman, Leader of the Opposition Joey Hew has warned.
Hew: Government needs to address the high cost-of-living
The cost of living crisis is not being properly tackled by government, opposition leader Joey Hew has said
Office, more staff to boost opposition efficiency
A budget pledge to fund an official opposition leader's office and staff will allow the People's Progressive Movement to work more effectively, party chief Joey Hew has said
Lawmakers won’t debate immigration reform bill until December
Cayman's Members of Parliament will get to consider and debate proposed amendments to immigration legislation in December.
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'.
Commissioner: Public safe despite police staffing shortage
The public is no less safe as a result of low police staffing levels, according to Commissioner of Police Kurt Walton.
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.
Government knocks down motion to extend NiCE programme
A plan to extend the National Community Enhancement programme, known as NiCE, to run year round was defeated in Parliament.
Big interview: Hew says mix of veterans and newcomers key to election success
In the first of a series of televised interviews with the three main party leaders, the PPM's Joey Hew explains why he believes his party should form the next government.
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.
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.
O’Connor-Connolly returns to fold as PPM confirms Kenneth Bryan as deputy leader
Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly has parked plans to retire and will instead seek re-election on a PPM ticket, she confirmed via voice message at the party’s convention Saturday night.
PPM leader Hew pushes ‘experience’ message as election line-up takes shape
People’s Progressives Movement leader Joey Hew believes the party has shored up an experienced line-up to contest the general election with the final pieces expected to fall into place in the coming days.
New alliances and rivalries emerge amid departure of political heavyweights
With the departure of some of the faces that defined Cayman politics for the last two decades came clear signals of the shape of things to come.
MP says ‘global reset’ means Cayman must marshal all its resources
Chris Saunders said that using the knowledge of Cayman's diverse populous would help the country find its way through a "global reset".
In Cayman’s house of cards, who has the winning hand?
The race is on for Cayman's general election 2025 with former EY partner Dan Scott's nascent political party one of several emerging groups seeking to offer a fresh direction as the island's politicians turn their back on the era of independents.
Parliament green lights cruise berthing referendum
Parliament has unanimously voted to go ahead with the cruise ship referendum, which will be held during the general election next year.
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.
New registered voters likely to be shut out of port referendum vote
People applying now to register to vote will not be eligible to cast their ballots in the port referendum to be held later this year, but will be able to take part in the 2025 general election.
Hew outlines hopes to lead Progressives back to government
In the first kick-off of Cayman's election season Joey Hew made his debut as the newly anointed Progressives Leader on Saturday night vowing to deliver an administration that will offer the unity and stability the country needs.
Joey Hew announced as new Progressives leader for next election
Progressives leader Roy McTaggart will be handing over the reins to his deputy Joey Hew, who will lead the party into the next election.
Future of landfill project in doubt amid government silence
While Government remains mum on the status of the ReGen project, the opposition is demanding answers from the UPM administration on the future of the multi-million-dollar facility.
Gov’t quietly shuts down InvestCayman operations
InvestCayman, touted as the promotional agency to draw investors to the Cayman Islands, has been quietly dismantled by government without any official announcement.
ReGen timeline still unknown as project drags on
Government has yet to provide a set timetable for concluding the ReGen project financial close even as negotiations enter a third year, after missing several deadlines and hard stop dates.
Opposition: ‘We were not forming a new government’
The Opposition has said it was “in no way shape or form” attempting to form a new government over the past weekend after Dwayne Seymour crossed the floor in the House of Parliament.
Fostering the next generation of footballers through free camp
Just before returning to school, nearly 90 youngsters participated in the annual FC International summer camp – learning football and life skills while having fun.
As mega-ships skirt Cayman, Opposition bemoans lost revenue
Cayman businesses that benefit from the cruise industry lost out on a potential $24 million in passenger spending due to the arrival of fewer ships last winter season, according to the deputy opposition leader.
Opposition pledges support for Plan Cayman
Opposition legislators have voiced their support for the National Planning Framework (Plan Cayman) as they welcomed movement on the document meant to map out a long-awaited development plan for the Cayman Islands.
Hew: ‘Hard look’ at financial support for small businesses needed
Opposition deputy leader Joey Hew says government will have to take a hard look at financial support for local businesses struggling to survive in the wake of Cayman's continuing border closure.
Opposition continues calls for cooperation despite chilly response
Opposition legislators have renewed their offer of assistance to Premier Wayne Panton and his administration as Cayman navigates the reemergence of COVID-19.
Last ride for George Town shuttle service met with disappointment
The sudden end to the free hop-on, hop-off shuttle service for George Town has left riders upset and drivers uncertain about their employment options.
Crosstalk debate: George Town North candidates face off
Crosstalk District Debate: George Town North candidates Joey Hew and Johann Moxam join host Barrie Quappe to discuss the issues facing their district.
Fishermen call for gov’t to buy land for market
Fishermen say they are disappointed in last week's vote against a private member’s motion in Parliament calling for the compulsory acquisition of a piece of land, along North Church Street, in George Town, which is being used as a fish market.
Civil servants taking part in bike-share trial
Civil servants are being invited to take part in a free three-month trial of a bike-share programme.
8,000 made use of vehicle amnesty in 2019
More than 8,000 people took advantage of a vehicle licensing amnesty last year that government introduced to help address the problem of derelict vehicles.
Businesses called on to join virtual festival
he Ministry of Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure announced its first virtual festival – Experience Cayman – with a schedule of online experiences based around shopping, eating, staying and playing on island.
Hew: Roadworks under way to relieve traffic congestion
The beginning of the school year has led to an increase in traffic but changed school hours and continuing roadworks should alleviate congestion over the next few weeks, according to Joey Hew, the minister responsible for infrastructure.
Cabinet approves liquor licence fee waiver
Commerce Minister Joey Hew announced Cabinet has approved the waiver of liquor licensing fees in Grand Cayman that would have been due in September next year.
School hours back to normal
Local school hours have been readjusted to return to regularly scheduled times, Infrastructure Minister Joey Hew has said.
Centre for Business Development officially opens
Commerce Minister Joey Hew officially opened the Cayman Islands Centre for Business Development on Tuesday.
Cayman’s construction engine kicks into high gear
Cayman’s construction industry experiences a surge of activity post-COVID-19 lockdown.
George Town revitalisation project continues
Changes to the Development and Planning Law are set to be tabled at the next sitting of the Legislative Assembly to carry forward plans to revitalise George Town, according to Commerce Minister Joey Hew.
New online site aims to protect buried infrastructure
A new online platform has been launched to give contractors a heads-up on any crucial underground infrastructure before they break ground.
Chamber of Commerce forum to focus on ‘Rebuilding a better Cayman’
This year's Economic Forum, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, will be held virtually next month.
Hew: Ministry of Commerce’s work continues despite lockdown
Minister of Commerce Joseph Hew addressed Tuesday’s COVID-19 panel, highlighting the work his ministry has undertaken during lockdown measures. While efforts have been made to transition many services online, such as vehicle licensing renewals, he recognised that not all government services can be accessed by internet.
More than 1,450 business licences issued in 7 weeks
The Department of Commerce and Investment has processed and issued more than 1,400 trade and business licences since 25 March. This includes 305 new licences, 1,014 renewals and 136 licence amendments.
Emergency hospitals established for pandemic response
Two emergency field hospitals will serve for patient overflow in Grand Cayman, in the case that COVID-19 cases stretch capacity at local hospitals. The hope is that Cayman will never need to use the facilities, said Hazard Management Director Danielle Coleman, but the aim is to prepare for worst.
Trade and business licensing fees temporarily waived
Commerce Minister Joey Hew announced that government has approved regulations that will waive the payment of trade and business licensing application fees from 1 May to 31 July. In addition, late fees from 1 March to 31 July will be waived for all applicants.
Hundreds sign up for NiCE jobs
Hundreds of Caymanians filled the Lions Centre Wednesday morning seeking temporary jobs through the National Community Enhancement (NiCE) winter project.
By 10am, the event had...
Hew: NiCE ready to assist in dengue fight
The National Community Enhancement programme stands ready to assist the Mosquito Research and Control Unit in its efforts to deal with dengue.
Minister Joey Hew: “Next year, we will be ready”
Infrastructure Minister Joey Hew sat down with the Cayman Compass to talk about government’s plans to deal with the sargassum threat.
Minister Hew addresses shipping industry in Monaco
Minister of Commerce Joey Hew promoted Cayman’s shipping registry at an industry conference in Monaco on 27 Sept.
Road widenings planned to tackle traffic woes
Two major thoroughfares connecting the eastern districts to George Town may soon be widened in efforts to alleviate traffic congestion, according to Central Planning Authority documents and a government press release.
Planning minister tours Public Works Department training site
The apprentice training facility being built on the Public Works Department compound and set to open early next year, was visited earlier this month by Minister for Planning Joey Hew, who was updated on the progress of construction which began this summer.
Clampdown on rogue car dealers
Government is beginning to clamp down on unlicensed traders selling imported cars by the roadside.
Hew announces incentives for electric and hybrid vehicles
To incentivise use of environmentally friendly transportation, customs duties have been reduced for electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as for bicycles.
200 tons of sargassum cleared in 2 weeks
Government is considering hiring full-time crews to keep the island’s beaches sargassum free after unemployed workers in the NiCE programme removed 200 tons of the foul-smelling seaweed from Grand Cayman’s coastline in the space of two weeks.
New communications manager for Ministry of Commerce
The Ministry of Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure has announced the appointment of Alethia Lambert as communications and public affairs manager, effective 2 July.
Harbour Walk breaks ground
Stormy skies did nothing to dampen the spirits of Harbour Walk and International Realty Group (IRG) executives who joined Minister Joey Hew on Tuesday for the Harbour Walk groundbreaking ceremony in Grand Harbour.
Rival carnivals to merge in 2020
Next year, instead of two separate carnivals staged a couple of weeks apart, the Batabano and CayMAS parades will be held on the same day, the government announced on Friday.
EDITORIAL – Talking traffic: Are we reaching ‘critical mass’?
It is good to see transportation issues rising to this level of awareness after years of slowly deteriorating conditions.
