Issue No. 959 Thursday, 3 November 2005

Top Cop Queried

On 1 November, the Scottish Daily Record published a report concerning the newly appointed head of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) Stuart Kernohan and an extra-marital affair he had with a woman in Scotland who was a witness in a murder trial.In a public statement Mr Kernohan acknowledged and confirmed the report and described it as a private matter that occurred twelve years ago... read more...

Sexual Harassment Task Force

There is growing evidence that sexual harassment is a problem in the Cayman Islands. Although calls have been made to the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre (CICC) from individuals enquiring about the issue of sexual harassment and stalking, there is little statistical data available about the problem. However, as far back as two years ago, it came to light that these issues needed to be addressed... read more...

Fuel suppliers in spotlight as Government moves to re-assess current situation

An energy expert believes the ruling Peoples Progressive Movement (PPM) administration has a perfect opportunity to stamp its authority on the local fuel sector ahead of the suppliers’ licence renewal, which ends in 2011. The Government last week said it would initiate early dialogue with the two leading fuel suppliers, Texaco and Esso, in light of threats they made to pull out of the Cayman Islands during previous negotiations... read more...

The DEH to clean up districts

The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) is taking its share of the Grand Cayman recovery process to another level later this week by spearheading an Island-wide bulk waste clean-up campaign. The DEH said the programme, which begins on Saturday 5 November in East End and North Side, is an excellent opportunity for nationals to get rid of their bulk waste. “This is an excellent opportunity for the public... read more...

Pirates Week – It is not just about men

Pirates are not always men for as long as there have been pirates – pirates have been women. In fact the ladies can show those swash buckling bucanneers a thing or two. As noted by Maleka Broughton history is littered with stories of women buccaneers: “Some of the most famous pirates were women, including Mary Read as well as Anne Bonny who fought alongside John Rackam,” said Ms Broughton... read more...

Pirate of the Day - Rick Glass

It’s Pirates Week and everyone is excited about the festivity but it’s like a day in the office for one man. Rick Glass, 39, of Colorado, USA, landed on the Cayman Islands six years ago, convinced himself that Cayman had a pirate history and began playing the part. Rick can be found dressed up as a pirate everyday outside Island Companies where he works in the marketing department. He believes Cayman is the best place on earth... read more...