Topic: The Resh Hour
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.
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'.
The Resh Hour interview: Marathon winner and survivor Oddy Grullon
Assault survivor and Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon 2023 women's winner, Oddy Grullon shares her journey to medal glory on this week's episode of The Resh Hour.
October air arrivals slow 2023 upward momentum
Cayman's October tourism numbers have broken the upward trend of this year's air arrivals' performance over 2022 with stats showing a 5% decline over last year's figures.
The Resh Hour interview: CITA president Troy Leacock
Cayman Islands Tourism Association president Troy Leacock gives his take on Cayman's tourism outlook heading into the winter season.
Auditor general: Reform of budget process needed
The ongoing rush to get the national budget completed before the 31 Dec. deadline is indicative of the need to reform the existing budget process, Auditor General Sue Winspear has said.
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.
200 labour breaches under investigation, many others likely unreported
Investigators are currently looking into almost 200 labour-related breaches in Cayman, but officials believe a great many more number of offences are going unreported.
Pension contributions, retirement age to be reviewed
Government is set to embark on a review of Cayman's pensions plans which could see existing pension contributions, as well as, the local retirement age increased.
Ganja, lottery vote unlikely until 2025 elections
Cayman's long awaited vote on decriminalising small amounts of ganja and a national lottery will not take place under the PACT administration's term and could instead be added to the 2025 general elections ballot.
Cops caution against buying used construction tools
With thousands of dollars worth of construction equipment stolen in recent weeks, police are warning residents against buying secondhand tools without proof of ownership.
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.
‘Very frustrating’ lack of progress on homophobic attack disappoints activists
An anonymous donor who offered a $10,000 reward for information about a homophobic attack in January last year has told the Compass they are "thoroughly disappointed" there has been no progress in the case, in spite of video evidence.
Tourism leaders: Strategy for development vital to success
Local tourism leaders say, with Cayman's post-COVID recovery moving in the right direction, focus must now shift to next steps for the industry which means formalising a tourism development plan.
CITA boss: Regulate beach vendors, Stingray City operators
Cayman Islands Tourism Association President Troy Leacock says vendors on Seven Mile Public Beach and operators in the North Sound should be regulated as Cayman rebuilds its post-COVID tourism industry.
Governor calls out reckless driving in wake of ‘heartbreaking’ hit-and-run death
The "horrible and tragic" death of Italian waiter Abele Hiwet, who was killed in a hit-and-run last week, is the latest among pressing concerns about Cayman's roads, according to outgoing Governor Martyn Roper.
Saunders warns ‘scrutiny will continue’ as PR backlog mounts
With some Permanent Residency applications taking as long as 16 months for a decision, Deputy Premier Chris Saunders has doubled down on the growing delays, saying that close scrutiny of those seeking to live here long-term will continue.
No clarity on beach-vending policy
Government is yet to agree on a solution or a way forward on the issue of vending on Seven Mile Public Beach.
Staffing, crime top concerns for tourism industry
President of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association Troy Leacock says as Cayman’s winter season looks set to see high visitor numbers, steps need to be taken to tackle the recent spate of robberies on island.
CITA boss eyes busy holiday, urges action on crime
President of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association Troy Leacock has said Cayman's winter season is set to see high visitor numbers, a welcomed relief for the recovering tourism industry.
Road deaths hit record high as 14 lives lost to date
Cayman has recorded 14 road deaths to date in 2022, the highest number of fatalities over the last six years, and Deputy Police Commissioner Kurt Walton is appealing to the community to exercise due care while driving to prevent any more loss of lives.
Cayman’s road collisions cross 2,400 mark so far this year
Deputy Commissioner of Police Kurt Walton is calling on motorists to adhere to the rules of the road as he lamented that collisions on Cayman's roads crossed the 2,400 mark for the year to date.
$8 million over 5 years for national ID system rollout
Government's proposed national identity card and digital register is likely to cost around $8 million over a five-year period; however, Innovation Ministry acting Deputy Chief Officer Charles Brown says Cayman will save double that amount through an efficient rollout.
Ebanks: Data protection a priority in national ID roll-out
As Innovation Minister André Ebanks gets set to pilot the legal framework for a National Id and Digital Identity register he has assure data security and protection is of high importance.
Call for concerted effort to stamp out domestic violence
Though there is a rise in awareness and a higher number of individuals reporting domestic violence local advocates say more must be done from a government and community level to rid Cayman of this scourge.
New health chief reflects on assassinations, outbreaks and red alerts
The resume of new Chief Medical Officer Dr. Nick Gent reads more like something out of a spy novel than that of a public health advocate. Over his decades of medical experience, he has dealt with everything from espionage-linked assassinations to advising on bio-weapons and Ebola.
Team Cayman U-23s get ready to hit the sand for Beach Volleyball Tournament
Cayman's Under-23 volleyball players are gearing up to hit the sand on Saturday for the first Under 23 Beach Volleyball Tournament.
Cayman urged to remain vigilant of developing storm systems
While National Weather Service Director General John Tibbetts says the current weather system near the Windward Islands is not set to directly impact the Cayman Islands, the public should continue to pay attention to its development.
Governor: It’s now up to Parliamentarians to deal with Bush issue
With the deadline for Speaker of the House McKeeva Bush's resignation now gone Governor Martyn Roper said it is now up to Parliamentarians to take the next step when it comes to the West Bay West MP's future in the chair.
Cayman’s population grows by 10.5% in less than a year
Cayman's population now stands at 78,554, an increase of 10.5% over the number of people counted in the October 2021 Census, Deputy Premier Chris Saunders said.
Bryan to run as regional tourism chairman
Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan has said he will be contesting as candidate to head the Caribbean Tourism Organisation when the regional body hold's its annual conference in Cayman next month.
Economist: Shared vision needed for Cayman’s future
Caribbean economist Marla Dukharan says if Cayman is to develop in a meaningful way that addresses the inequalities in the community it must have a clear, collaborative vision plan.
$1.2m spent for gov’t electricity-assistance programme
CUC President and CEO Richard Hew has said $1.2 million has been spent thus far in the government-funded electricity relief programme which commenced in July.
Roy Bodden: Cayman’s development plan needed now
The latest population count has solidified the urgent need for a development plan in the Cayman Islands, political analyst Roy Bodden has said.
Cayasso-Smith defends Pride parade, says it’s open to all
Cayman LGBTQ Foundation founder Noel Cayasso-Smith has defended the decision to attached a cost to participate in the 2nd annual Pride Parade saying the additional support was needed to ensure the event took place.
Chamber of Commerce: Businesses are trying to keep prices low
Chamber of Commerce president Shomari Scott says, while local businesses are feeling the pinch from growing inflation, they are trying to keep prices as low as they can.
Outside experts to conduct repairs on damaged Doppler radar
International experts are set to meet with the National Weather Service on Friday to assess and commence repairs on the Doppler radar, Director General John Tibbetts said.
Governor: Mask mandate removal a government decision
Governor Martyn Roper has acknowledged concerns within the community about the continued mask mandate, but stated the ultimate decision on the matter remains with government.
Resh Hour: Bryan outlines way forward for cruise tourism
Though Cayman is set to commence the second phase of the resumption of cruise tourism, it does not mean the return of passengers en masse, according to Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan.
Resh Hour: LGBTQ activists say same-sex marriage fight is not over
Attorney Leonardo Raznovich and Colours Caribbean founder Billie Bryan say the Privy Council ruling in the Chantelle Day and Vickie Bodden Bush case is not the end of the fight for same-sex marriage.
Resh Hour: Bryan outlines cruise tourism plan
Tourism and Transport Minister Kenneth Bryan, on Wednesday's episode of The Resh Hour, discussed the return of stayover and cruise tourism, where he shared some of the protocols in place for the return of cruise ships on 21 March.
10,600 work permits deferred over last 10 months
Just over a third of work-permit applications have been either deferred or refused since April 2021, with the majority being placed on hold as Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman seeks to place Caymanians in employment.
The Resh Hour: Howell addresses stipend delays, work-permit deferrals
Customs and Border Control Chief Officer Wesley Howell addresses stipend payment delays and Travel Cayman changes and additional lifting of travel restrictions.
Child-safeguarding referrals hit a record 1,400 in 2021
Child-safeguarding referrals continued an upward trend, crossing the 1,400 mark for 2021, almost 300 reports more than the previous year's total of 1,146, and the highest since these statistics started being collected in 2017.
The Resh Hour: Governor Martyn Roper
Governor Martyn Roper discusses Cayman's border reopening, the new COVID-19 variant Omicron, the vaccination and booster programme and a look at his expectations for 2022.
The Resh Hour: Reopen Cayman
Reopen Cayman members Shomari Scott, James Bovell and Michael Tibbetts (via Zoom) to discuss Cayman’s reopening, the current COVID-19 situation, next steps for the island and their projections for the return of tourism.
The Resh Hour: Border Control and Labour Chief Officer Wesley Howell
Ministry of Border Control and Labour Chief Officer Wesley Howell discusses Customs and Border Control preparations, the updated travel portal, traveller's requirements and more ahead of Cayman's border reopening on 20 November.
The Resh Hour: Deputy Police Commissioner Kurt Walton
Deputy Police Commissioner Kurt Walton and RCIPS Media Relations Officer Jodi-Ann Powery discuss the latest with Operation Quaker, the upcoming police operations as we head into the holiday season and crime suppression.
The Resh Hour: Is Cayman cyber safe?
Is Cayman cyber safe? Deloitte & Touche LLP Risk Advisory Directors Dr. Alexandra Forssell and Wayne Green discuss Cayman's increase in cyber attacks and how companies and residents can be cyber safe as we mark International Cyber Security month.
The Resh Hour with Cayman Breast Cancer Foundation
Janette Fitzgerald, Chief Administrator of the Cayman Breast Cancer Foundation and cancer survivor Julie Pritchard discuss the rising number of breast cancer cases in the Cayman Islands and the impact Covid has had on medical treatment and screenings.
Government weighs removing verifiable vaccination requirement for Cayman arrivals
The requirement to present a QR code in order to demonstrate an arriving passenger has been verifiably vaccinated could soon be off the table for those travelling to Cayman, according to Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan.
The Resh Hour with Mark Ray, Department of Education Services
Director of the Department of Education Services Mark Ray joins Compass journalist Reshma Ragoonath to discuss the recent outbreaks in schools, new COVID guidelines and mask mandates.
The Resh Hour with Deputy Premier Chris Saunders
Deputy Premier Chris Saunders joins Compass journalist Reshma Ragoonath to discuss Cayman's COVID-19 response.
Cayman’s Deputy Premier Chris Saunders appears on The Resh Hour
On the 28 July episode of The Resh Hour we sit down with Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Chris Saunders to discuss government finances,...
The Resh Hour with CITA president Marc Langevin
CITA president Marc Langevin joins Compass journalist Reshma Ragoonath to discuss the post-pandemic future of tourism in Cayman.
The Resh Hour with Health Minister Sabrina Turner and Dr. Lee
Health Minister Sabrina Turner joins Compass journalist Reshma Ragoonath to discuss Cayman's COVID-19 response.
The Resh Hour with Miss Cayman Islands Universe Mariah Tibbetts
Miss Cayman Islands Universe, Mariah Tibbetts joins Compass journalist Reshma Ragoonath to talk about her experience in the Miss Universe Pageant and what she has planned next.
Cayman begins genome sequencing to determine strains of COVID
The Health Services Authority has commenced genome sequencing of local COVID-19 cases making Cayman the first in the region, outside of the Caribbean Public Health Agency, to conduct such testing, Governor Martyn Roper has said.
Roper: Give gov’t time on reopening plan
Governor Martyn Roper has said while the recent uptick in vaccinations will take Cayman closer to the goal of reopening borders, it will still take more public support to make it happen.
The Resh Hour with Governor Martyn Roper
Governor Martyn Roper discuss Cayman's vaccine uptake, the border reopening plans and more on The Resh Hour.
Teen hero: Negative reports hurt schoolmates
Bodden Town teenager Trevor Carmola Jr. has said recent negative reports of alleged drug use at his high school have been impacting student morale.
The Resh Hour with teen hero Trevor Carmola, Jr.
Join us this as we sit down with teen hero Trevor Carmola and his mom Deirdre as we discuss his brave act of rescuing an elderly man from a burning home and how his life has changed since then.
The Resh Hour with Cayman UK rep Tasha Ebanks-Garcia
Dr. Tasha Ebanks-Garcia, Cayman Islands representative in the UK, is our guest for the hour.
The Resh Hour with Roy Bodden
Historian and political analyst Roy Bodden joins us to discuss the run-up to the 14 April elections, the future of party politics, and the female influence in politics.
Arden McLean: Call for early elections ‘disgusting’
Hours after Premier Alden McLaughlin called for early elections, Opposition Leader and East End MP Arden McLean came out fighting during the Cayman Compass’ The Resh Hour.
The Resh Hour with Amplify Cayman
In this sponsored episode we sit down with Amplify Cayman's Shirley Roulstone and Laura Egglishaw to discuss environmental issues, voter registration and the group's online survey.
The Resh Hour with André Ebanks
The Resh Hour with Cayman UK representative Andre Ebanks on the role of the Cayman Islands Government in the UK, and recent changes to travel entry.
The Resh Hour with Finance Minister Roy McTaggart
Finance Minister Roy McTaggart joins us to discuss Cayman's economic outlook for 2021.
The Resh Hour with CITA president Marc Langevin
Newly appointed Cayman Islands Tourism Association president and Ritz Carlton General Manager Marc Langevin joins The Resh Hour to discuss tourism
Flu cases drop amid COVID-19 precautions
Cayman’s adherence to COVID-19 protocols has led to a more than 50% drop in flu cases, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez has said.
