Health Policy Watch: Government is reviewing a proposed Standard Health Insurance Contract (SHIC) premium increase that could hit more than 12,000 residents from 1 July 2026, with the insurer citing claims experience and rising use of advanced services. Public Safety & Corrections: The Cayman Islands Prison Service has signed a five-year MOU with Canada’s Correctional Service, focused on training, intelligence sharing, and emergency response readiness, as plans for a new Northward facility remain unclear. Local Government & Cost of Living: The proposed SHIC hike is expected to raise premiums by about 25% across categories, adding pressure for workers, families and employers already facing cost-of-living strain. Environment & Services: DEH says the George Town Landfill will close early at 1:00pm on King Charles III’s Birthday holiday (15 June), with no derelict vehicle or scrap metal drop-offs that day. Workforce Development: The National Workforce Development Committee is asking employers to complete a survey to shape a new National Workforce Development Strategy aimed at hiring, developing and retaining Caymanian talent. Parliament & Governance: Deputy Speaker Pearlina McGaw-Lumsden and Parliamentary Secretary Julie Hunter attended a Commonwealth Parliamentary Association small branches workshop in the Maldives on strengthening oversight and independent parliaments. Cayman in the News (Global): A Cayman Islands holding company structure is again in the spotlight as Park Ha Biological Technology and SL Science Holding (a Cayman holding company) advance US market listings and fundraising.