The Ministry of Investment, Innovation, and Social Development (MIISD) announces Cabinet’s approval of major amendment bills designed to enhance protections for children, young people, and older persons in the Cayman Islands. Amendment Bills Overview: • Older Persons (Amendment) Bill, 2024 : Strengthens rights for older persons with new protections against abuse, neglect, and the establishment of an Older Persons Tribunal. • Children (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Expands mandatory abuse reporting and emphasises the child’s voice in key decisions. • The Adoption Bill, 2024: Modernises adoption processes with transparency and child welfare at its core. • The Maintenance (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Streamlines child maintenance provisions for stronger financial protections. 📢 Public Consultation: We want to hear from you – your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of social protections in the Cayman Islands. All bills are open for public consultation until Monday, 25 November 2024. ...