Topic: PACT
Timeline of political upheaval
As the leadership of the Cayman Islands hangs in the balance, the Cayman Compass takes a look back at the events that led to this point.
Last ditch Cayman Kai retreat failed to heal PACT divisions
The PACT government spent $12,000 on a pre-budget retreat at an exclusive Cayman Kai villa last summer as Premier Wayne Panton battled to hold his coalition together.
Year in review: Cayman’s political scene shifts after ‘musical chairs’
Cayman's political landscape was marked by turmoil, twists and tactical manoeuvres in 2023, culminating in the replacement of a sitting premier and a rebranded coalition of independent MPs leading government.
Opposition MP details PACT’s ‘track record of failure’
Deputy Opposition leader Joseph Hew has urged the United People’s Movement government to concentrate on seven key priorities in its 2023-2024 budget.
Premier: ‘Unity has to be the operative word’
As she spoke from the Premier's chair for the first time in Parliament Cayman Brac East MP Juliana O'Connor-Connolly sounded that call for legislators to turn over a new page and work together for the good of the country.
Timeline of troubled PACT coalition
Premier Wayne Panton has had a long-running battle to keep his PACT government, made up of members who ran as independents, intact.
Miller: Election, not ‘horse trading’, only way to break political deadlock
Former legislator Ezzard Miller says he believes the existing parliamentary situation should be solved at the polls and not by MPs "horse trading" to fix a hung Parliament.
Premier Panton and PACT government survive despite narrow vote of no confidence
"The 'ayes' have it," Speaker Katherine Ebanks-Wilks announced just after 8pm Tuesday, confirming that a majority of MPs had voted in favour of a motion of no confidence in the PACT government.
The Issue Explained: Government in crisis as vote of no confidence nears
Government is in turmoil with the House locked at 9-9 and a vote of no confidence looming. Here's a look at some of the key questions around the current crisis and its implications for Cayman ahead of Tuesday's parliamentary session.
Premier Panton insists PACT still best bet to lead Cayman
Premier Wayne Panton was scrambling to hold his government together today as the pressure on the PACT coalition ratcheted up a notch following McKeeva Bush's resignation from the group Thursday.
Bush: ‘PACT members asked premier to step down’
Former government backbencher McKeeva Bush laid bare the infighting among government members Friday morning, saying it got to a point where the PACT team had asked Premier Wayne Panton to resign and he refused.
Opposition calls on premier to resign or face no-confidence vote
Opposition Leader Roy McTaggart has called on Premier Wayne Panton to resign by 3pm on Friday or face a vote of no confidence next week in a special sitting of Parliament.
Parliament deadlocked as McKeeva Bush quits government
McKeeva Bush has quit the PACT coalition, leaving Parliament practically deadlocked and government holding on to power by the slimmest of margins.
Seymour: ‘Panton should step down’
Bodden Town East MP Dwayne Seymour says he believes Premier Wayne Panton has reached the point where he should step down for the good of the Cayman Islands.
Rankine replaces Seymour as border control and labour minister
East End MP Isaac Rankine was sworn in as the new minister of labour and border control on Tuesday afternoon, bringing an end to four days of speculation about the stability of the PACT government following Dwayne Seymour's fiery resignation speech in Parliament.
House divided as Seymour’s exit sparks scramble for power
Government members were locked in behind closed-doors talks for much of Monday, as Premier Wayne Panton sought to hold on to his slender grip on power amid divisions over spending priorities.
Government in turmoil as Seymour quits Cabinet with broadside at Premier
Cabinet Minister Dwayne Seymour sensationally tendered his resignation in an explosive speech in Parliament Friday afternoon during which he condemned the "disorganisation" and "lacklustre leadership" of the PACT administration.
Government spending to top $1 billion
Government spending is expected to top $1 billion-a-year by 2026, Premier Wayne Panton revealed Wednesday.
Ten key promises: New schools, landfill transformation and public transport among government goals
Government's policy plan for the next three years outlined some key objectives, including sorting out the landfill, and omitted other flagship policies, such as the development plan. Here we look at some of the key commitments.
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.
Media blocked from asking questions at PACT ‘press briefing’
The recent reshuffling of the PACT Cabinet, following the departure of former Deputy Premier Chris Saunders, ignited a firestorm Tuesday evening when members of the media were denied the opportunity to pose questions to elected MPs during a live broadcast.
Who gets what in the Cabinet reshuffle?
Following Chris Saunders' exit from the PACT government, Premier Wayne Panton reshuffled Cabinet. Here are the current portfolio assignments.
Cabinet shake-up as Saunders exits PACT government
In a surprise move Tuesday, Deputy Premier Chris Saunders has resigned from the PACT government, citing differences with Premier Wayne Panton which he says prevent him from working with the Newlands MP.
Opposition claims Premier offered alliance to form new government
Premier Wayne Panton made overtures to the Progressives about a plan to abandon the PACT coalition and form a new government with them the Opposition claimed Friday.
Opposition files no-confidence motion in PACT government
The controversy surrounding House Speaker McKeeva Bush took another turn Wednesday afternoon as the Opposition filed a no-confidence motion in the PACT government.
The issue explained: Removing Speaker McKeeva Bush
What happens if the Speaker refuses to resign, how will he be removed from the role and what will the political fall-out look like for PACT? We answer some of the key questions around McKeeva Bush's future.
One year on, checking the PACT’s progress on education goals
One year after the PACT government's publication of the 2022-2024 Strategic Policy Statement (SPS), 29 of the 34 education-related goals remain on the ‘To-Do’ list.
Low ImPACT? Government criticised over lack of legislation
The PACT government is facing criticism for holding few parliamentary sessions and passing little substantive legislation since taking office last April.
Bernie Bush removed as Home Affairs Minister
West Bay North MP Bernie Bush has been stripped of the Home Affairs ministry and will be sent on two weeks no pay leave starting 18 April after comments about the fire services, which violated constitution and code of conduct, Premier Wayne Panton announced late Sunday night.
Cabinet Met in Little Cayman for the First Time
For the first time ever in Cayman Islands’ history, the PACT Government made Little Cayman the venue for a Cabinet meeting this week.
Seymour to serve as parliamentary secretary in three ministries
Bodden Town East MP Dwayne 'John John' Seymour, after moving from the Opposition benches to join the government as an independent representative, will serve as parliamentary secretary in three ministries – labour, housing and transport.
Update: Dwayne Seymour joins PACT government
When Parliament resumes Wednesday morning, Bodden Town East MP Dwayne Seymour will have a new seat on the government bench, as he announced Tuesday night that he was crossing the aisle and leaving the Opposition.
HSA board reshuffled
Three members of the Health Services Authority board have been replaced following a recent Cabinet decision.
PACT government refutes rumours of discord within the ranks
Both Premier Wayne Panton and Deputy Premier Chris Saunders have dismissed rumours of dissension within government's ranks, saying the PACT administration will not be distracted by "nonsense".
PACT releases its 100-day report
The PACT government has released its report on its first 100 days in office, highlighting among its achievements the phased border-reopening plan and the adoption of a code of conduct for ministers.
Opposition calls for PACT border-reopening plan, knocks ‘silence’
Opposition Leader Roy McTaggart has taken aim at the Premier Wayne Panton-led PACT government over its delay in announcing a formal reopening plan, saying a target date is needed now.
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.
The first 100 days: How PACT could look to make a quick impact
As the Cayman Islands looks ahead to a new era under the leadership of Premier Wayne Panton, a blueprint for the possible direction of the country is beginning to emerge.
Panton announces new Cabinet
Premier Wayne Panton has announced the members of his Cabinet under the PACT government.
Lawmakers recount gruelling campaign, urge ‘country first’
Cayman's new government, led by Premier Wayne Panton, has called for a 'country first' approach as the island's 19 elected MPs leave what has been a gruelling political contest behind.
Juliana, Isaac join PACT government
Former Education Minister Juliana O’Connor-Connolly has accepted a Cabinet position in Wayne Panton’s government, while new East End representative Isaac Rankine has come back to the coalition of independents.
Bush explains PACT with Panton
West Bay West MP McKeeva Bush issued a fresh apology for his assault on a woman last year as he confirmed he signed on to be Speaker in Wayne Panton’s coalition of independents in a move that could help them secure the government.
