AGP Executive Report

Hurricane Resilience Partnership: Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC) teamed up with the Department of Financial Assistance to mark its 60th anniversary, donating gift cards to help vulnerable families stock up for the 2026 hurricane season. Health Access & Communication: The Health Services Authority (HSA) expanded professional interpreter and sign language services, using quick connections to trained interpreters across 240+ languages to improve patient communication. Agriculture Biosecurity: The Department of Agriculture issued an advisory on Infectious Coryza in local poultry flocks, stressing it’s not a public health risk but can hit egg production and spreads via contact and contaminated items. Local Governance & Planning: The Central Planning Authority approved Legoland Real Estate’s Boilers Road project—an estimated CI$86 million, ten-storey tower with 157 units—after earlier density concerns and a legal opinion. Public Safety: The Civil Aviation Authority reminded residents about drone and other small unmanned aircraft restrictions, including no-fly zones near airports and HM Prison Northward. Justice & Borders: A visitor was sentenced to 18 weeks for possession of articles for use to defraud after Customs and Border Control found suspected card-skimming equipment at Owen Roberts International Airport. Regional Defence Links: A Royal Air Force transport squadron visited Cayman for two days to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience partnerships with local agencies. Environment vs Development: Premier André Ebanks gave a non-committal answer on whether the National Conservation Act could be amended, keeping activists focused on stronger protections. Infrastructure & Conservation: Cabinet approved both a protected area designation for Ironwood Forest Crown land (subject to consultation) and the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary. Sports (Youth): The Bahamas Football Association launched its inaugural U15 Girls Goombay Cup, running July 24–26 with teams including Cayman.

Parliament & National Heroes: A lying-in-state was held at the House of Parliament for the late Hon. Francine E. Jackson, the last living National Hero, with MPs, family and community members paying tribute to her role in Caymanian women’s suffrage and public life. Public Safety (Drones): The Civil Aviation Authority reminded residents about the risks of drones, kite drones, sky lanterns and fireworks, stressing legal “no-fly” zones near Owen Roberts, Charles Kirkconnell and Edward Bodden airfields and around HM Prison Northward. Border Security & Courts: A 32-year-old visitor was sentenced to 18 weeks for possession of articles for use to defraud after Customs and Border Control found suspected card-skimming equipment at Owen Roberts Airport. Environment & Infrastructure: Cabinet approved public consultation on protecting the Ironwood Forest’s Crown land and also cleared the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary. Healthcare Access: The Health Services Authority expanded professional interpreter and sign language services, improving real-time communication for patients in over 240 languages. Governance & Resilience: CCRIF SPC’s board met under new chair Saundra Bailey and approved an updated Strategic Plan to 2030. UKOT Constitutional Reform Watch: Turks and Caicos officials cited Cayman’s parliamentary secretary model as they pursue constitutional changes with the UK. Financial Services Compliance: CIMA gazetted new AML and Sanctions Rules for CIMA-regulated financial service providers, effective 18 September 2026.

Conservation vs. roads: Cabinet has approved, subject to public consultation, designating the Ironwood Forest’s Crown land as a Protected Area while also greenlighting the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary—an NCFC plan meant to ease George Town traffic without fully abandoning the capital’s last pristine woodland. Defence ties: A Royal Air Force A400M and 30 Squadron personnel are visiting Cayman this week to strengthen UK–Cayman defence and disaster-resilience partnerships, with local agencies set to tour the aircraft and share emergency response expertise. Healthcare access: The Health Services Authority is expanding professional language and sign-language interpretation services, using iPads/desktops to connect patients with interpreters in real time across 240+ languages, aligning with a Health Practice (Amendment) Bill consultation. Financial regulation: CIMA has gazetted new AML and Sanctions Rules for CIMA-regulated financial service providers, bringing key obligations into enforceable form from 18 September 2026. Public service accountability: Judicial Administration confirmed an alleged incident involving inappropriate conduct by a court employee, with the staff member removed from duty and an investigation launched under disciplinary procedures. Education calendar: DES set 26 August 2026 as the reopening date for government primary and secondary schools, with orientation schedules published for new and transfer students.

Health Policy: The Health Services Authority is expanding professional interpreter services, adding real-time access via iPad or desktop to trained interpreters in 240+ languages and sign language, free for patients, as it aligns with the Ministry’s Health Practice (Amendment) Bill consultation. Courts & Safeguarding: Judicial Administration confirmed an alleged inappropriate incident at the Law Courts, with the staff member removed and an investigation underway under disciplinary rules and the Public Service Management Act. Government & Infrastructure: Cabinet approved a plan to designate part of the Ironwood Forest as a Protected Area (subject to consultation) while advancing the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary. Local Economy & Procurement: Opposition Leader Joey Hew is pushing for clearer definitions of micro and small businesses and a local supplier preference mechanism so smaller Cayman firms can bid on government contracts. Education: DES set 26 August 2026 as the reopening date for government primary and secondary schools, with orientation schedules published for new and transfer students. Community & Culture: The Ministry launched “Legends Behind Our Landmarks,” inviting the public to explore Cayman’s history through an interactive map of named places and the people behind them. Environment & Youth: Rotary teens are backing EcoFest 2026, Cayman’s first climate and environmental festival, with free admission at The ARC, Camana Bay on 8 August.

Conservation vs. development: Cabinet has approved a plan to designate part of George Town’s Ironwood Forest as a Protected Area while pushing ahead with the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary—an approach NCFC says still risks damaging a rare habitat. Public health: The Cayman Islands confirmed one imported case of cyclosporiasis as the US investigates a wider outbreak, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission. Local governance & procurement: Opposition Leader Joey Hew is urging clearer definitions for micro and small businesses so owners can bid for government contracts, plus a local supplier preference mechanism. Safeguarding in government: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability has appointed its first Designated Safeguarding Lead to strengthen protection for children and vulnerable adults. Education & culture: UCCI opened Fall 2026 admissions and registration, while a new “Legends Behind Our Landmarks” campaign invites residents to explore Cayman’s history through an interactive landmark map. Community events: EcoFest 2026 is set for 8 August at The ARC, Camana Bay, with free entry and a climate action focus. Regional politics: CARICOM’s Reparations Commission is pressing the UK and UN with a revised manifesto that now includes Overseas Territories, with Cayman represented in the delegation. Sports representation: Cayman has named athletes for the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 and the Central American & Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo.

Oil Spill Preparedness: Cayman Islands delegates joined the IOPC Funds Annual Academy in London to train on oil reporting and spill response, including tabletop exercises and international coordination. Local Government & Environment: Cabinet approved steps to protect the Ironwood Forest as a Protected Area (subject to consultation) while also moving forward with the Linford Pierson Highway extension along the forest boundary. Public Health: Cayman confirmed one imported case of cyclosporiasis amid a US outbreak, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission. Youth & Safeguarding: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability appointed its first Designated Safeguarding Lead to strengthen protections for children and vulnerable adults. Education: UCCI opened admissions and registration for the Fall 2026 semester, urging applications ahead of the 31 July scholarship deadline. Community & Culture: A new national campaign, Legends Behind Our Landmarks, launches an interactive map to bring Cayman’s history and named landmarks to life. Procurement Politics: Opposition Leader Joey Hew urged clearer definitions for micro and small businesses so owners can bid on government contracts, including a local preference mechanism. Cybercrime Warning: RCIPS reported an uptick in video-call phishing scams where callers claim to be police/immigration and push victims to click links. Business & Finance: A new Gold Investment Line of Credit from Binaxity promotes tokenized gold exposure via Tether Gold, while an economist survey asks residents what Cayman’s “optimal” population should be. Sports Representation: Cayman named athletes for the 2026 Central American & Caribbean Games and Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026.

Protected Areas & Roads: Cabinet has approved, subject to public consultation, Crown land designation for the Ironwood Forest as a Protected Area, while also clearing the way for the Linford Pierson Highway extension between Outpost Road and Olympic Way along the forest boundary. Public Health: The Cayman Islands confirmed one imported case of cyclosporiasis, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission as the US investigates a wider outbreak. Government Integrity: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launched a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign aimed at boosting ethics, accountability and public trust, alongside proposed improvements to the Standards in Public Life Act. Safeguarding: The Ministry of Health has appointed its first Designated Safeguarding Lead, Carolina Ferreira, to strengthen protection of children and vulnerable adults across the ministry. Procurement & Local Business: Opposition Leader Joey Hew is pushing for clearer definitions of micro and small businesses and a local supplier preference mechanism so smaller Cayman firms can bid on government contracts. Regional Politics: CARICOM’s Reparations Commission has revised its reparations manifesto to include British Overseas Territories, with Cayman represented in the delegation’s renewed lobbying push. Sports & Representation: Cayman’s athletes have been named for the 2026 Central American & Caribbean Games and Commonwealth Games Glasgow, while the Cayman Islands Olympic Committee confirmed the team lists. Cybercrime Warning: RCIPS says video-call phishing scams are evolving, with suspects now claiming debit cards were tampered with and urging victims to click links. Finance & Courts: Banco Master’s liquidator has asked the Grand Court for help pursuing US$700m+ claims, as the case continues to draw Cayman into cross-border legal action.

Reparations Push: The CARICOM Reparations Commission is presenting a revised reparations manifesto to the UK and the UN, explicitly including British Overseas Territories like Cayman, as it ramps up lobbying; Cayman’s delegation at the CARICOM Heads summit was led by Youth, Sports, Culture, Heritage, Social Development and Innovation Minister Isaac Rankine. Procurement & Local Business: Opposition Leader Joey Hew is urging government to clarify “micro” and “small” business definitions in the Procurement Act so smaller Cayman firms can bid on public contracts, and to add a local supplier preference mechanism to reduce barriers for local entrepreneurs. Real Estate Licensing: A private member’s motion to reserve real estate work for Caymanians was debated in parliament and backed by government, with Premier André Ebanks calling it “powerful” and pointing to upcoming legislation tied to the Local Companies Control Act and licensing rules. Public Health: Cayman confirmed one imported case of cyclosporiasis amid a US outbreak, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission and enhanced surveillance continues. Good Governance Drive: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launched a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign focused on ethics, accountability, and public input into proposed improvements to the Standards in Public Life Act. Environment & Planning: The National Trust is asking the Central Planning Authority to reject a proposed 204-lot subdivision next to the QEII Botanic Park, warning it could threaten the park and critically endangered blue iguanas. Sports & Representation: Cayman named its 2026 Commonwealth Games and Central American & Caribbean Games teams, sending 15 athletes across six sports. Community Leadership: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce graduated 24 participants from Leadership Cayman Class of 2026, highlighting government, business, healthcare, education, and an environmental service project. Cyber Safety: RCIPS warned of an evolving video call phishing scam where callers claim to be “Police” or “Immigration” and push victims to click links after alleging debit card tampering.

Public Health Update: Cayman Islands confirmed one imported case of cyclosporiasis as the US investigates a wider outbreak, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission and urging residents to stay alert for symptoms. Governance & Integrity: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launched a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign to boost ethics, accountability and public trust, with education and proposed Standards in Public Life Act improvements. Local Development Planning: The National Trust is fighting a proposed 204-lot subdivision next to the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could endanger the critically endangered blue iguanas and threaten the park’s future. Regional Parliament Links: BVI Speaker Corine George-Massicote and Clerk Bethsaida Smith-Hanley attended the Cayman-hosted Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference, focusing on digital governance and transparency. Cybercrime Alert: RCIPS warned of a new video-call phishing scam where fraudsters pose as police or immigration and now claim debit cards were tampered with. Cayman Forward Initiative: The Cayman Forward Initiative briefing reiterated the push for an updated National Development Plan, with Grand Cayman’s 1997 plan overdue and sister-island planning still lacking. Business & Leadership: Leadership Cayman Class of 2026 graduated 24 emerging leaders, including a community service project with the Community Farm. Sports: Cayman’s squash and basketball stories made regional headlines, including Cayman’s involvement in Jr CASA results and Joshua O’Garro’s pro and GB national team milestones.

Public Health Watch: Cayman confirms one imported cyclosporiasis case as the US investigates a wider outbreak, with officials stressing no evidence of local transmission and urging residents to stay alert for prolonged diarrhoea. Governance & Integrity: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launches a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign to rebuild trust, educate the public on standards, and push for improvements to the Standards in Public Life Act. Development Planning: The Cayman Forward Initiative says a new National Development Plan is “soon come,” with pressure to table it in parliament and implement it by 2027—while the National Trust warns a proposed 204-lot subdivision beside the QEII Botanic Park could endanger the park and critically endangered blue iguanas. Security Alert: RCIPS warns of an evolving video call phishing scam where callers claim to be police or immigration and now push victims to click links after alleging debit card tampering. Regional Politics: CARICOM moves to expand associate membership, with Martinique and French Guiana joining, while CARICOM tax administrators meet in Guyana to discuss “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” tax administration. Local Leadership & Community: Leadership Cayman Class of 2026 graduates 24 emerging leaders after a programme spanning government, business, health, education and environmental service. Business & Economy: Keyrock completes a BlockFills acquisition that adds a Cayman Islands entity and boosts derivatives capabilities, while Cayman-based LianMedical completes its merger and rebrands from LianBio. Sports & Culture: Cayman’s Joshua O’Garro makes history with Great Britain selection and a pro contract, and Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2026 crowns Juliana Myers.

Public Health Watch: Cayman confirms an imported cyclosporiasis case linked to overseas travel, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission as the US investigates a wider outbreak. Parliament & Governance: The Speaker and Clerk from the Virgin Islands joined Cayman’s 5th Commons & Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference, focusing on keeping legislatures transparent and citizen-focused amid rapid change. Good Governance Push: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launches a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign to rebuild trust and drive public input on ethics and standards. Development Planning: The National Trust objects to a proposed 204-lot subdivision beside the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could threaten the park and the critically endangered blue iguana. Cybercrime Alert: RCIPS warns of a video-call phishing scam where fraudsters pose as police or immigration and now push victims to click links after claiming debit cards were tampered with. Regional Integration: CARICOM adds Martinique and French Guiana as associate members, expanding the associate group to eight territories including Cayman. Local Identity & Preparedness: eGovernment urges residents to keep their Cayman Islands Identification Card “My eID” updated for hurricane season access to emergency services and recovery support.

Public Health: Cayman confirms one imported case of cyclosporiasis as the US investigates a wider outbreak linked to contaminated leafy greens, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local transmission and enhanced surveillance continues. Crime Prevention: RCIPS warns residents about a video-call phishing scam where callers pose as “Police” or “Immigration,” now adding claims about tampered debit cards and pushing victims to click links. Governance & Ethics: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launches a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign aimed at boosting ethics, accountability, and public trust in officials. Regional Politics: CARICOM tax administrators meet in Guyana for a conference on “Future-Ready” tax systems, while Martinique and French Guiana formally join CARICOM as associate members. Environment & Planning: The National Trust objects to a proposed 204-lot subdivision next to the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could endanger the critically endangered blue iguanas. Cayman Government Services: eGovernment urges residents to keep their Cayman Islands Identification Card (“My eID”) ready for hurricane season, to speed access to emergency services and recovery support. Local Leadership: Leadership Cayman Class of 2026 graduates 24 emerging leaders after a six-month programme including community service focused on environmental sustainability.

Public Safety: RCIPS warns of a new wave of video-call phishing scams where callers pose as “Police” or “Immigration,” then push victims to click links after claiming debit cards were tampered with. Health Update: Cayman confirms one imported case of cyclosporiasis amid a US outbreak, with officials stressing there’s no evidence of local spread and advising residents on symptoms and food/water precautions. Local Governance: Cayman Forward’s push for a new National Development Plan is back in focus, with leaders saying the current 1997 plan must be replaced and that sister-island planning gaps remain. Environment & Planning: The National Trust objects to a proposed 204-lot subdivision beside the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could endanger the critically endangered blue iguanas. Good Governance: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launches a year-long ethics and integrity campaign aimed at rebuilding public trust in public officials. Regional Politics: CARICOM tax administrators meet in Guyana to discuss “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” tax administration. Sports & Community: Leadership Cayman 2026 graduates 24 emerging leaders after a six-month programme, including an environmental service project.

Leadership & Community: The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce marked the graduation of 24 participants from Leadership Cayman Class of 2026, highlighting a six-month programme spanning government, business, healthcare, education and environmental stewardship, plus a community service project with the Community Farm. Cybercrime Alert: RCIPS warned of a growing video-call phishing scam where callers posing as “Police” or “Immigration” claim debit cards were tampered with, push victims to click links, and have already led to cash theft in at least one case. Public Health: Cayman health officials confirmed one cyclosporiasis case linked to overseas travel, stressing there’s no evidence of local spread and advising residents on symptoms and food/water precautions. Planning & Environment: The National Trust is urging the Central Planning Authority to block a proposed 204-lot subdivision next to the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could endanger the critically endangered blue iguanas. Governance & Ethics: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launched a year-long “Good Governance Begins with Us” campaign to boost ethics, accountability and integrity in public life. Regional Politics: CARICOM announced Martinique and French Guiana as associate members, expanding regional integration. Identity & Preparedness: eGovernment encouraged residents to use the Cayman Islands Identification Card (“My eID”) for hurricane season readiness and access to emergency services. Reparations Push: Caribbean reparation advocates continued lobbying in London, pressing the case for reparatory justice and wider public engagement.

Public Health Update: Cayman health officials confirmed one cyclosporiasis case linked to travel, stressing there’s no evidence of local spread as the US reports a growing outbreak. Planning & Environment: The National Trust is urging the Central Planning Authority to reject a proposed 204-lot subdivision beside the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, warning it could endanger the critically endangered blue iguanas. Government & Identity: The eGovernment Department is pushing residents to keep their Cayman Islands Identification Card (My eID) ready for hurricane season, while new vehicle licensing regulations will raise non-Caymanian fees sharply from September—an issue already drawing political heat. Opposition Watch: PPM leader Joey Hew says URCO didn’t answer why CUC base-rate increases weren’t deferred in 2026 like in 2020 and 2022. Safeguarding Appointment: MHES has named Carolina Ferreira as its first designated safeguarding lead for children and vulnerable adults. Business/Finance: Cayman-linked deal flow continues with AMR Resources pricing an IPO and Keyrock expanding after acquiring BlockFills assets, including a Cayman Islands entity. Regional Politics: CARICOM is again pressing Britain on decolonisation and reparations, including demands that territories such as the Cayman Islands be relinquished.

Public Health Update: Cayman’s Ministry of Health says there’s one confirmed cyclosporiasis case linked to recent travel to the US, with no sign of local spread, urging residents to stay alert for symptoms and seek care. Regional Tax Cooperation: CARICOM tax administrators meet in Georgetown, Guyana, to discuss “future-ready” tax systems, with a focus on smart, data-driven and AI-enabled revenue collection. Utility & Cost of Living Politics: Opposition Leader Joey Hew presses URCO on why CUC base-rate increases weren’t deferred in 2026 like in 2020 and 2022, arguing families and businesses need answers beyond regulatory process. Governance & Standards: The Commission for Standards in Public Life launches a year-long Good Governance Campaign, including public consultation on proposed Standards in Public Life Act amendments. Child Protection: MHES appoints Carolina Ferreira as its first designated safeguarding lead to strengthen protection for children and vulnerable adults across the ministry. Identity & Fees: New DVDL regulations set higher licence fees for non-Caymanians from September, while the government pushes My eID to help Caymanians prove status and pay local rates. Land Use & Environment: The National Trust objects to a proposed 204-lot subdivision beside the QEII Botanic Park, warning of major risks to native species including the blue iguana. CARICOM Reparations Push: CARICOM reiterates demands that Britain relinquish overseas territories including the Cayman Islands as part of reparatory justice and decolonisation. Cybercrime Warning: RCIPS warns of a phishing scam using video calls claiming to be “Police, Immigration,” urging residents not to share passport or banking details. Sports & Community: Ground breaks on a new Cayman Islands Aquatic Centre, and Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2026 crowns Juliana Myers.