Cayman Islands Government News

Cayman Brac's Hemmington Forest Designated First National Park

The Cayman Islands Cabinet has approved a management plan for Hemmington Forest in Cayman Brac, designating it as the territory's first National Park. The plan aims to protect the 194-acre area's ecological value and enhance visitor experience, with management overseen by the Department of Environment.

Cayman Islands Average 2025 Inflation Rate 1.3 Percent

The Cayman Islands Government announced that the average annual inflation rate for 2025 was 1.3 percent. The second quarter recorded the highest quarterly increase at 2.0 percent, driven by rises in education, communication, and hospitality costs. The full Consumer Price Index Report for Q4 2025 is available for download.

Chevening Fellowship Applications Open for British Library

The Cayman Islands Government announced that applications are open for a Chevening Fellowship at the British Library, targeting mid-career professionals with knowledge of Caribbean or Atlantic British Overseas Territories. The fellowship offers a 12-month placement in London, covering living expenses and travel, with applications closing on May 5, 2026.

Cayman Islands Quality of Life Satisfaction Rises

The Cayman Islands Government has released a press release detailing an increase in overall Quality of Life satisfaction to 84.0% in Fall 2025, a 1.1% rise from the previous year. Key areas showing improvement include health and wellness, employment, material living conditions, and safety, though concerns remain regarding environmental protection and infrastructure.

Cayman Islands Repatriates Cuban Migrants

The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) repatriated eight Cuban migrants to Cuba on March 20, 2026. This operation brings the total number of migrants repatriated to Cuba in 2026 to twenty-eight, with seventeen irregular Cuban migrants currently remaining in the Cayman Islands.