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Cabinet Approves New National Pensions Board

06 November 2025 | Press Release

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration (MCEI) has announced that Cabinet has approved the appointment of members to the National Pensions Board.

New Minimum Wage Effective 1 January 2026

21 October 2025 | Press Release

As of 1 January 2026, the minimum wage will increase to CI$8.75 per hour. This applies across all sectors and is not restricted to particular types of workers.

DLP Announces Special Half-Day Seminar for Caymanians

20 August 2025 | Event

The Department of Labour & Pensions (DLP) is pleased to announce a special half-day training seminar on the Labour Act (2021 Revision), taking place on 24 September 2025.

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New National Minimum Basic Wage

In recognition of changes in economic and social conditions, the minimum wage has been adjusted, effective 1 January 2026. The Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP), in partnership with the Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration (MCEI), is committed to providing clear information and resources to help the public understand and comply with the updated requirements.Employers, employees, and members of the public are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new rate and consider how these changes may affect them.

What We Do

The primary mission of the Department of Labour & Pensions (“DLP”) is to engage, educate and oversee labour and pensions compliance and enforcement within the private sector. As a regulator, the DLP aims to provide a one-stop experience for labour and pensions services and support delivered by dedicated and caring civil servants, operating in a fair, prompt and impartial manner.

Bennard Ebanks

Director

+1(345)946-8960

bennard.ebanks3@gov.ky

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Japhia Loval Linwood

Deputy Director – Labour

+1(345)946-8960

loval.linwood@gov.ky

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Amy Wolliston

Deputy Director - Pensions

+1(345)946-8960

amy.wolliston@gov.ky

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Gene Hydes

Head of Inspections

+1(345)946-8960

gene.hydes@gov.ky

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Publications

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Consultations

National Minimum Wage FAQ

16/09/25 05:00 | Brochure

Guidance Note-RSA Disbursement

22/07/25 05:00 | Guide

0109-2023

15/07/25 05:00 | Decision

0505-2023

15/07/25 05:00 | Decision

0507001-2022

15/07/25 05:00 | Decision

0911-2023

15/07/25 05:00 | Decision

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FOI & Data Protection

If you are seeking information under the Freedom of Information and Data Protection legislation, please email: foi.dlp@gov.ky

Dissatisfaction of Service

If you are dissatisfied with the service provided by the Department of Labour & Pensions, please complete and return your completed Dissatisfaction of Service Complaint Form, together with copies of the relevant documents relating to your matter to the Department of Labour & Pensions.

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Tribunals

If you are seeking information on tribunal services, please email the respective division within the Administration Unit.

Labour Tribunal

labourtribunaldlp@gov.ky

Labour Appeals Tribunal

lat@gov.ky

Gratuities

If you are seeking information on Gratuities, please email the respective division within the Labour Investigations Unit.

DLPGrats@gov.ky

Contact Us

Address

2nd Floor, Midtown Plaza, PO Box 2182

273 Elgin Avenue, George Town

Grand Cayman KY1-9000 CAYMAN ISLANDS

Cayman Brac Office

143 Stake Bay Road

Cayman Brac CAYMAN ISLANDS

Office Hours

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Closed Weekends and Public Holidays

Email, Telephone and Web

dlp@gov.ky

+1(345)945-8960

https://www.gov.ky/dlp/

Confidential Hotline: +1(345) 945-3073