AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Regulation: Cayman’s Department of Agriculture says new dog and cat import rules take effect Oct 1, tightening prohibited breeds, removing the FAVN rabies titre for “no rabies risk” territories (including the UK), and requiring digital signatures on health certificates. Workforce & Permits: Employment and Immigration Minister Michael Myles is stepping up pressure on finance and tourism employers, alleging permit “cheating” and warning enforcement will intensify. Energy & Utilities Oversight: Opposition MP Chris Saunders has filed an amendment bill seeking to empower OfReg to review fuel supply contracts (including those involving CUC and Island Energy) and trigger retendering where value for consumers is not met. Public Finance: Premier André Ebanks will bring a motion to create a Cayman Islands Sovereign Wealth Fund, initially authorising research and consultation rather than committing funds. Financial Services Appointments: The Governor has appointed Mark Phillips KC as a Grand Court judge in the Financial Services Division, starting Nov 2. Business & Deals: Corient expands in Cayman with the acquisition of FortCay Family Advisory (about $2.6bn in client assets). Industry & Events: Spectrum launches Spectrum+ workshops, starting Oct 2, focused on relationship-led marketing in an AI-shaped market.
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