McKeeva Bush, the former Cayman Premier, was charged yesterday with a number of offences including multiple counts of theft and misconduct in public office. He was initially arrested in connection with these and other matters late last year, but only now have charges been brought.
The theft charges are believed to relate to misuse of a government credit card.
Although Bush continues as leader of the United Democratic Party, he was ousted as Premier following his arrest in December. He strenuously denies any wrongdoing.
He has been bailed to appear in court on 12th April, some 6 weeks before the Cayman elections.
Whatever the outcome of the proceedings, this is undoubtedly unwelcome publicity for an Island which has been seeking to assure the world of its commitment to probity and good corporate governance.
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