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Government Reviews Proposed SHIC Premium Increase Affecting Over 12,000 Residents
The proposed adjustment, submitted by Coralisle Medical Company LTD (CG Britcay) and scheduled to take effect on 1 July 2026, would increase premiums by approximately 25 per cent across all SHIC categories
Air Quality Remains Within Moderate Range
Health officials also confirmed that there have been no locations recording readings in the Unhealthy or higher categories.
Small Surface Fire at George Town Landfill Extinguished
MHES advises that a small surface fire detected at the George Town Landfill this afternoon was quickly contained and has been fully extinguished
Health Officials Conclude Surveillance of BA253 Passengers with No Concerns Raised
Following confirmation from the Bahamian Ministry of Health and Wellness that the two passengers aboard the flight have tested negative for Ebola virus

Premier Fosters Regional Partnerships in Trinidad, Commercial Relationships in New York
Strengthening regulatory and regional ties while cultivating international business relationships were key outcomes of recent official visits to Trinidad and New York by the Premier and Minister for Financial Services and Commerce, the Hon. André Ebanks

Department of Sports Undertakes Child Safeguarding Training Ahead of Summer Camps
Staff from the Department of Sports recently hosted Child Safeguarding Training in collaboration with the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Unit as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen child protection

Elroy Bryan Appointed as MoET Deputy Chief Officer
The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has appointed Elroy Bryan-Watler as Deputy Chief Officer (Education Policy and Planning), effective 11 May 2026, after serving in the role in an acting capacity since June 2024
Public Health Advisory: Saharan Dust Cloud
The Cayman Islands National Weather Service (CINWS) issued a dust alert effective from today through Thursday, 4 June 2026
Cayman Art Week Returns to George Town, Bringing Art, Culture and Community
(MPLAHI) is pleased to support the return of Cayman Art Week (CAW26), with CAW Central set to bring art, culture, creativity and community activity into the heart of George Town on Friday, 29 May

Timing and Impact of Fuel Relief Programme Explained
Following the Government’s decision on 13 May 2026 to remove import duty on all gasoline and diesel as part of its larger efforts to provide vital cost-of-living relief to Caymanian families, the fuel duty waiver will come into effect from Monday, 1 June 2026.