Phillip Ebanks, Attorney at Law & Notary Public, Announces Candidacy for MP, Red Bay

Under the banner of “Our Community, Our Pride, Our Red Bay” and committed to progress and community Development, The Committee to Elect Phillip Ebanks has officially announced his candidacy for Member of Parliament for Red Bay in the upcoming elections.

Phillip has a distinguished 20+ year career in law in which he has represented many in the business community and before local courts, in cases before the Summary Court, Grand Court and Court of Appeals as well as before local tribunals.

This has followed his previous career of over 20 years in the Public Service. During this career, he served in the Police resigning at the rank of Superintendent in 1997 to take up and direct the then newly established Vehicle and Drivers Licensing Department. The department was lauded for the administrative improvements and received the Governor’s award. During this time, he was principal in establishing the Public Transport Board and the current minibus system.

During his career as an Attorney, he has served in the roles of Chairman of Labour Appeals Tribunal and Director of OfReg.

Phillip is stepping forward to champion legislation and policies that will enhance community well-being and the quality of life for all.

As a first for Red Bay, he promises to spearhead the appointment of a Constituency Council with a dedicated Constituency office in the district to focus on development of policies and the delivery of outcomes to meet the needs of Red Bay.

Key to the plans for the Red Bay Community are plans - in early development - for a safety and resilience program for Red Bay, titled “Revitalize Red Bay”. This will focus on:

• enhanced community safety measures, using advanced technology such as a strategically placed camera system and drones;

• completion of the restroom facility at Eddie Sanchez park;

• Road improvements: including a program for repaving, sidewalks, road drainage and the strategic placement of ‘traffic calming’ features (i.e. ‘speed bumps’) and signs;

• installing ‘fair opportunity’ traffic control lights at key intersections to afford our communities a reasonable and much safer opportunity to enter traffic at the key intersections;

• addressing the long standing “Selkirk Drive exit onto Shamrock Road” concern;

• supporting the strong community self-help spirit for which Red Bayers are known and by promoting programs to foster entrepreneurship;

• pressing for added funding for youth development and educational programs in the district.

In his candidacy brochure, he promises to champion legislative changes and policies to:

1. address the cost of living;

2. ramp up the construction of affordable multi-unit residential housing;

3. address Government spending and waste;

4. provide stronger support systems and programs for protection for our most vulnerable citizens and at-risk youth;

5. maintain a healthy environment;

6. address traffic safety and congestion by promoting added systems for easement on the roads travelling from the east into town;

7. address current education needs; both as to ‘basics’ as well to meet rapidly evolving geopolitics and emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI);

8. Immigration Law review and reform; to focus on ensuring Caymanians get priority when entering the job market and in obtaining the better paying jobs; and,

9. address wellness, health and retirement matters; to provide free healthcare for children under 18 (and still in school) and seniors over 65, as well as removal of mandatory retirement age (currently at 65) to ensure Caymanians are allowed to choose the timing of their retirement.

Vision for the Future

Phillip believes in a Cayman Islands where everyone can succeed. His vision is built on collaboration, transparency, and accountability in government, ensuring that Red Bay and the nation as a whole move forward together.

“I am running to serve the people of Red Bay and these Islands with integrity and dedication,” said Phillip. “This election is about the future of our district and our country, and I am committed to working for meaningful progress; to ensure that Cayman remains the best place in the world to live.”

Invitation to Join the Campaign

Phillip invites residents of Red Bay to join his campaign and be part of shaping a brighter future.

For a copy of his candidacy brochure, more information, campaign updates, or to share your concerns and ideas, please contact his team.