As an elected Member of the Legislative Assembly, I, like many others, have concerns with the rumours surrounding the incident on the 21st February involving the Honourable Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. 

Though the full details are limited, it’s important that the people of the Cayman Islands know that this matter is something I am monitoring closely. I am off Island at the moment representing you, the good people of the Cayman Islands.

I have had an opportunity to read Police’s and the Hon. Speaker’s statement on the incident. The statement appears to be in contrast to what is rumoured to have happened. As your representative, it is important that I am cautious and act responsibly in any statement that I make surrounding this matter without the full details and facts.

I am minded that this matter is under police investigation; nevertheless, I believe that the people should know where I stand on a matter of this nature. So, without ambiguity, I don’t condone the abuse of women in anyway and would be hugely disappointed if that turns out to be the case during the night in question. 

Though I am publicly registering my opposition to any abuse of a woman or abuse of any person for the fact, it is also important that I caution us all to remember that we shouldn’t presume guilt before innocence, especially without all the relevant facts and details. Furthermore, I believe that it is important to trust that the authorities will do a proper assessment of the incident and take the necessary steps required, based on the facts.

Kenneth Bryan, MLA, GTC
My Prayers are with all those involved, including the Speaker.