Cayman Islands lawyer inquiry regarding collection of stamp duty for unregistered leases
Peter Polack, a Cayman Islands lawyer, is concerned about the collection or non-collection of stamp duty for unregistered leases. Polack, speaking to iNews Cayman said, “In a time of government austerity and no progress for tenant rights under the Registered…
Cayman Islands preparing to celebrate Commonwealth Day
GEORGE TOWN (March 2016) – Commonwealth Day will be observed and celebrated in the Commonwealth of Nations on Monday, 14 March 2016, under the theme “An Inclusive Commonwealth”. In the Cayman Islands, commemorative activities begin with the annual Church Service…
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Hong Kong picks up financial disputes pace By Angela Bilbow From CDR Two recent appointments for K&L Gates and Ogier see both firms bolster their Hong Kong disputes practices with an appointment of an of counsel, and a partner promotion…
The Editor Speaks: CIFA finances scrutinized
Whilst the Cayman Islands Football Association’s (CIFA) books are undergoing a forensic review by FIFA-appointed auditors, it’s acting President Bruce Blake, has stated he will remain at his post until new elections are called in May. What is his purpose…
International Women’s Day celebrated in Cayman Islands
The public is encouraged to join in the observance of International Women’s Day on Tuesday, 8 March, 2016 by attending the Family Resource Centre’s screening of the documentary He Named me Malala. The film recounts the story of Nobel Peace…
CSSN Annual Report 2015 Reported Yacht Crime – Caribbean
By CSSN CSSN would like to thank everyone who made reports, and those who offered constructive help and suggestions to help make our service useful. Lots of good things happened at CSSN this past year. CSSN has partnered with SSCA…
Ogier boosts private client capability in the Caribbean with appointment of Fraser Allister
Ogier has boosted its private client capability in the Caribbean with the appointment of Fraser Allister to the team that was recently crowned Caribbean Law Firm of the Year by Citywealth. Fraser works alongside partner David Cooney on all areas…
Cayman Islands MLA issues complaint against police commissioner for non-performance
Pursuant to Sections 44 (1)(a)-(b) and 44 1(d)-(e)) of the Public Service Management Law complaint is made against staff member of the Ministry of Home Affairs David Baines for the following items of misconduct, inadequate performance over a reasonable period…
17 Caribbean, Latin American nations named as major drug producing or transit countries
From NAN News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Thurs. Mar. 3, 2016: Seventeen Caribbean and Latin American nations have been named by the U.S. as “major illicit drug producing and/or drug-transit countries.” According to the 2016 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR)…
C&W business and Scala announce new partnership in the Caribbean and Latin American region to shape the future of digital signage
Scala’s digital technology platform will help C&W Business customers increase sales and improve brand loyalty by offering enhanced customer experiences MIAMI, FL, March 2, 2015 — C&W Business, part of C&W Communications (CWC), today announces a partnership with U.S. based…