Sanders: Abolition of works permits – An example for regional integration
By Sir Ronald Sanders It has been interesting to read the responses in editorials and opinions in some regional media, concerning the decision by the two main political parties in Antigua and Barbuda to abolish work permits for nationals of…
The UWI Five Islands Campus set for take off
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Thursday, January 26, 2023—Vice-Chancellor of The University of the West Indies (The UWI), Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, has announced that the University’s Five Islands Campus in Antigua and Barbuda is set for a “magnificent…
CONMEBOL and Concacaf sign a strategic agreement: national team competitions in 2024 and a new club tournament
CONMEBOL and Concacaf have announced the signing of a strategic collaboration agreement to strengthen and develop football in both regions. The agreement includes men’s and women’s national team competitions and a new men’s club tournament. The CONMEBOL Copa America 2024…
Cayman: CIRCA prepares for exciting year ahead
CIRCA prepares for exciting year ahead The Cayman International Reinsurance Companies Association (CIRCA) held its 2022 AGM in late December, announcing new board positions and some plans for the upcoming year. Founded in October 2020, CIRCA is the dedicated industry…
Cayman: Dept. of Sports gives first quarter facilities update
Grand Cayman, 27 January 2023 – The Department of Sports (DoS) is making considerable progress with prioritising the upgrades of its facilities in 2023, according to DoS Director Kurt Hyde. The announcement comes with the recent hiring of new Assistant Director of…
Jamaica: Former CIMA official Langston Sibblies resigns from Financial Services Commission over Usain Bolt scandal
The Government has appointed a new board at the Financial Services Commission (FSC) amid criticism being faced by the body regarding its oversight duties. This comes amid the massive fraud uncovered at investment firm Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL). Finance…
Lands and Survey appoints young Caymanian, Darren Kelly to Chief Surveyor
The Department of Lands and Survey (Lands and Survey) have announced the appointment of Darren Kelly to the role of Chief Surveyor. The appointment is an internal hire as part of a succession plan where Darren Kelly was identified as…
Cayman: Public Lands Inspectorate issues Cease and Desist of illegal vending on Crown Land by 1 February 2023
The Public Lands Commission (PLC) Inspectorate is reminding the public that it is a criminal offense to conduct commercial activities on Crown land without a vendor’s permit issued by the Public Lands Commission. The Chief Inspector of the PLC, Winsome…
The 2023 Cayman Arts Festival gets under way next week
The 2023 Cayman Arts Festival gets under way next week, launching a series of performances by acclaimed international musicians as well as outstanding local artists. In addition to musical events in a variety of genres – including jazz, cabaret and…
