Under the Freedom of Information Act (2021 Revision) (“FOI Act”), any person has the right to request access to records held by UCCI, subject to certain limited exemptions set out in the law.
This right applies to all types of recorded information, regardless of format, created or received by UCCI in the course of its public functions.
The FOI Act requires UCCI to:
- Assist applicants to make and clarify requests for records.
- Respond as soon as practicable, but no later than 30 calendar days after receiving a valid request, with a possible extension of a further 30 calendar days where permitted by the Act.
FOI requests must be made in writing and should:
You can submit your FOI request to UCCI by:
If you need help to frame or clarify your request, you may contact the Information Manager, who has a duty to provide reasonable assistance.
A Publication Scheme is a commitment to make certain information routinely available to the public, without needing to make a specific FOI request. UCCI’s scheme follows the standard categories used across Cayman Islands public authorities and is tailored to our role as the national public college and university.
Unless otherwise stated, information in this scheme is available:
Most information is available free of charge, especially when accessed online or sent by email. Reasonable fees may apply if you request photocopies, printing, specialised formats or postage; if any fees apply, we will let you know in advance.
This category explains UCCI’s role, structure and key functions.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
This category covers how we use public funds and other income to deliver education and services.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
This category focuses on our strategic direction, performance and quality assurance.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
This category describes how key decisions are made at UCCI.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
This category brings together policies and procedures that shape academic and administrative life at UCCI.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
This category relates to lists and registers that UCCI is prepared to make publicly available.
We make the following information available, where such lists exist and are not confidential:
Where to find it:
This category explains the programmes, services and opportunities available at UCCI.
We make the following information available:
Where to find it:
Some records cannot be published or released because they are protected under the FOI Act or other laws.
These include:
Even where exemptions apply, we will consider whether some information can be released in a redacted or summary form and, where required, whether the public interest in disclosure outweighs the need to withhold.
In most cases, we provide access to information free of charge, especially when it is available online or sent electronically. If there are copying, printing, specialised formatting or postage costs, we will let you know before proceeding and give you the option to narrow or amend your request.
UCCI will:
If you are unhappy with UCCI’s response to your FOI request, you have the right to ask for an internal review, and then to appeal to the Ombudsman.
You can:
For more information on FOI rights and how appeals work across the Cayman Islands public sector, please visit the Ombudsman website.
This Publication Scheme will be reviewed regularly to ensure it remains accurate and up to date with our structure, services and the law. The most current version will always be available on the UCCI website and can be provided in alternative formats on request where reasonably practicable.
For more information on FOI rights and how appeals work across the Cayman Islands public sector, please visit the Ombudsman website at https://ombudsman.ky/
Information Manager (FOI) Name: Lucille Kong
FOI Email: foi@ucci.edu.ky
Direct Email: lkong@ucci.edu.ky
Telephone: +1 (345) 623‑0563
