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Newlands, Cayman Islands
Newlands is a suburb in the town of Savannah, which is located in the district of Bodden Town, Cayman Islands. It is a 15-minute drive from the capital of the Cayman Islands, George Town. The former Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton Wayne Panton is a Caymanian politician, currently serving as Premier of the Cayman Islands. Biography Panton is an attorney who served as a managing partner for Walkers. Before becoming Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton, served as a M ..., is from Newlands and represents their electoral district. Newlands is also the location of the International College of the Cayman Islands, and the Joint Marine Unit for the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service. References {{coord, 19, 17, N, 81, 18, W, display=title, type:city_source:GNS-enwiki Populated places in the Cayman Islands ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Savannah, Cayman Islands
Savannah is a town in the district of Bodden Town, Cayman Islands. With its close proximity to the territory's capital city, George Town, and housing being cheaper than in the capital, many opted to reside there. It is about a 10-minute drive from George Town. Savannah has one primary school, a post office, and a shopping center with a supermarket. There are a few restaurants and a café. Savannah is also the location of Pedro St. James Castle, which is the oldest building in the Cayman Islands and is often referred to as the “Birthplace of Democracy” in the islands, as the territory's first legislative body was formed there. References {{coord, 19, 16, 22, N, 81, 17, 50, W, display=title, type:city_region:KY Populated places in the Cayman Islands ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bodden Town (village)
Bodden Town which is the former capital of the Cayman Islands and the largest district in the territory. It is situated on a natural harbour and a coral reef. The first settlement was named after a government leader, William Bodden. Once ravaged by pirates, this village is known for its remains of a wall and cannon. Bodden Town has a population of 14,845 (2021 census). Its top attractions include the Mission House, which features the lifestyle of early Caymanian settlers. Bodden Town is also considered the fastest growing district in the islands in terms of resident population. Education The Cayman Islands Education Department operates Bodden Town Primary School and Savannah Primary School as well as the International College of the Cayman Islands, a non-profit institution of higher learning accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to offer associate, bachelor's and master's degrees. Politics The politics of Bodden Town are dominated by the m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands () is a self-governing British Overseas Territory—the largest by population in the western Caribbean Sea. The territory comprises the three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, which are located to the south of Cuba and northeast of Honduras, between Jamaica and Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. The capital city is George Town on Grand Cayman, which is the most populous of the three islands. The Cayman Islands is considered to be part of the geographic Western Caribbean Zone as well as the Greater Antilles. The territory is a major world offshore financial centre for international businesses and wealthy individuals, largely as a result of the state not charging taxes on any income earned or stored. With a GDP per capita of $91,392, the Cayman Islands has the highest standard of living in the Caribbean. Immigrants from over 130 countries and territories reside in the Cayman Islands. History No archaeological evidence for an indigenous ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
George Town, Cayman Islands
George Town is the capital and largest city in the Cayman Islands, located on Grand Cayman. , the city had a population of 34,921, making it the largest city (by population) of all the British Overseas Territories. George Town is the heart of the Cayman Islands financial services industry (there are close to 600 Bank and Trust companies in the Cayman Islands). The Caymanian government offices are located in the city. According to the Globalization and World Cities Research Network in 2016, George Town is classed as a Beta city. Government The Caymanian government offices are located in George Town. These offices include the Parliament of the Cayman Islands, the Court Houses and the Government Administration Building. The Government Administration Building houses the offices of the Premier and other members of Cabinet, the Deputy Governor and his staff as well as other elected officials and civil servants. The former Old Courts Building located at the corner of Shedden Roa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Premier Of The Cayman Islands
The Premier of the Cayman Islands is the political leader and head of government. The post of premier in the Cayman Islands is the equivalent to chief minister or prime minister in other British Overseas Territories. It is the highest political level that can be attained within the British overseas territory. Prior to 2009, the position was known as Leader of Government Business. The premier and Cabinet (consisting of all the most senior ministers) are collectively accountable for their policies and actions to King Charles III, to the Parliament of the Cayman Islands, to their political party and ultimately to the electorate. The current premier is Wayne Panton, since 21 April 2021. Constitutional background Until 2003 the position had no official recognition, but it was formalized by a constitutional amendment in June 2003, as the Leader of Government Business along with the Leader of the Opposition. Further constitutional amendments in 2009 modified the name to Premier. List ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wayne Panton
Wayne Panton is a Caymanian politician, currently serving as Premier of the Cayman Islands. Biography Panton is an attorney who served as a managing partner for Walkers. Before becoming Premier of the Cayman Islands, Wayne Panton, served as a Minister in the 2013–2017 PPM administration led by former Premier Alden McLaughlin Sir Alden McNee McLaughlin Jr. (born 6 September 1961) is a Caymanian politician, former Premier of the Cayman Islands. McLaughlin previously served as leader of the People's Progressive Movement party from February 2011 – March 2021. McLa .... References Living people Premiers of the Cayman Islands Government ministers of the Cayman Islands Independent politicians of the Cayman Islands Year of birth missing (living people) {{Caymans-bio-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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