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Ministers focus on biodiversity
Cayman’s leaders continued their UK diplomatic tour on Tuesday, holding several bilateral discussions.
In her alternate role as Environment Minister, Katherine Ebanks-Wilks met with UK Minister Mary Creagh at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Minister Ebanks-Wilks said a strong connection has been made on behalf of the Cayman Islands, and she is looking forward to continued relationships with her UK and Overseas Territories counterparts.
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Duty-free allowance doubles to $1,000 over festive season
Overseas Christmas shopping is set to become a little cheaper with the doubling of the duty-free allowance over the festive period.
Residents who return from overseas trips between 29 Nov. and 11 Jan. will be able to bring back $1,000 worth of goods, up from the usual allowance of $500.
The temporary lifting of the duty-free limit is an annual tradition and, this year, residents will benefit from a slightly longer period than in previous years.
The order, approved by Cabinet, is meant to help families at a time when many residents traditionally shop for holiday celebrations.
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