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André Ebanks sworn in as premier after Parliament ballot
We begin this evening with a recap from the swearing-in ceremony.
There were several key takeaways from the event this afternoon, starting with the surprising nomination of two premiers. André Ebanks, who was the expected favourite to hold the title of Premier, was contested by a nomination from Joseph Hew.
As a result, a vote was called, and André Ebanks was officially elected as Premier of the Cayman Islands.
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Ebanks unveils roadmap at rally – and signals group’s new name
Soon-to-be premier André Ebanks said his first priority is to get “a handle on the country’s finances” so his new government can prepare for its first budget.
He added the mix of his The Caymanian Community Party (TCCP), the Cayman Islands National Party (CINP) and a clutch of independents had taken “significant steps” in forming a government in a short time.
And he insisted the ruling group – to be known as the National Coalition for Caymanians (NCFC) – would stay the course.
