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National Conservation Law

The Cayman Islands is in need of a modern enviromental law, to replace the outdated ‘Animals Law.  A new ’National Conservation Law’ has been drafted, an is currently available for public comment.

Click on the image on the right to view the current draft of the Law.

National Conservation Law – Your Questions Answered

The proposed National Conservation Law, like most legislation, is a long and complex document. In response to public requests, the Department of Environment has produced this guide to make the proposed National Conservation Law easier to understand.
The aim of this guide is to provide you with a solid overview of the proposed National Conservation Law. To download and view this guide in PDF format, click on the image on the right.

National Conservation Law Feedback Form

National Conservation Law Feedback Form (PDF Format)

Please send comments to DoE@gov.ky, or  fax to 949 4020, or mail to NCL Comment, c/o Department of Environment, P.O. Box 486, Grand Cayman, KY1-1006.

Example Species Action Plans

You can download three example Species Action Plans for review. The downloads are available in PDF Format.


Blue Ignana
Blue Ignana

Cayman Sage
Cayman Sage

Queen Conch
Queen Conch