Statement by the Premier, Hon. Wayne Panton, JP, MP: State of the EconomyHouse of Parliament20 September 2023 Madam Speaker, I rise in this Honourable House to offer remarks with respect to the Cayman Islands economy and its future prospects, including our continued economic success and its impact on the wellbeing of our nation’s most precious […]
Cayman: Leaders of Caribbean UK Overseas Territories Meet
(Left to right) Cayman Islands Minister for Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage, Hon Bernie Bush; Premier of the British Virgin Islands, Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley; Premier of Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Misick; Premier of the Cayman Islands, Hon. Wayne Panton; Deputy Premier of Bermuda, Hon. Walter Roban and Premier of Anguilla, Hon. Ellis […]
Statement from Premier and Minister for Finance & Economic Development Hon. G. Wayne Panton, MP, JP On the local 30-day notice period for Interest Rate increases
Grand Cayman, 02 August 2023 – In light of the US Federal Reserve (the Fed) increasing the “prime” or “base” interest rate for borrowing by 0.25% on Wednesday, 26 July, I am pleased that the retail banks operating in the Cayman Islands will stand by their commitment to implement a 30-day notice period before passing this […]
Cayman encourages ongoing community collaboration to tackle crime
Premier Hon. Wayne Panton Following the arrests of suspects believed to have been involved in a spate of crimes in recent weeks, Premier Hon. Wayne Panton expressed gratitude to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) for their ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of the Cayman Islands community. Premier Panton recognised the RCIPS for […]
Cayman: Hazard Management Execs refresh strategic skills in Hurricane Exercise
NHMEx Co-chair Premier Hon. Wayne Panton in discussion with exercise participants. (L-R) Cabinet Secretary Samuel Rose, Opposition Leader Roy McTaggart and Minister Hon. Sabrina Turner. Thursday, 6 July 2023 – Members of the National Hazard Management Executive recently (June 28) participated in an annual hurricane exercise, at the Government Administration Building, aimed at both preparedness and aftermath […]
Statement on Robberies and Community Safety – Premier Hon. Wayne Panton
7 July 2023 – Fellow Caymanians and Residents, This afternoon I want to provide an update on an important issue of national concern – which is the recent upsurge in crime in Grand Cayman. I want to reassure everyone that the safety and security of the people of the Cayman Islands remains the main priority of […]
Cayman: Statement from Premier Hon. Wayne Panton on the Arrest of Senior Politician
Grand Cayman – Thursday, 29 June 2023 Yesterday’s news of the charges against Hon. McKeeva Bush, independent Member of Parliament for West Bay West, has no doubt been met with deep concern across our community. “These charges are serious. Given the sensitive nature of the same, the rights of the parties involved and the fact that the matter should […]
Cayman: Statement from Premier and Minister for Finance & Economic Development Hon. G. Wayne Panton, MP, JP on Interest rates
Grand Cayman, 26 May 2022 – All of us in the Cayman Islands have been impacted by the rising cost of living in our Islands. Prices have increased across the board, with food, utilities, gas, accommodation, and other basic necessities of life becoming more and more expensive. I recognise, as I think most people do, […]
Cayman Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting Address by Premier Hon. G. Wayne Panton, JP, MP Thursday, 9 February 2023
Good afternoon, It is wonderful to be here with you today; on this occasion when one bright, young Caymanian leader passes over the leadership reigns of the Chamber of Commerce to another bright, young Caymanian. Naturally, it is a day when the Chamber will look back and celebrate the gains of the past year and […]