Who takes over the responsibilities of the Governor when they are absent?

The Deputy Governor is the individual designated to step into the role and assume the responsibilities of the Governor in their absence. This arrangement ensures continuity in governance and the execution of administrative duties, which includes overseeing the civil service and representing the British Monarchy in the Cayman Islands. The Deputy Governor, often appointed by the Governor, is familiar with the workings of the government and has the necessary authority to make decisions on behalf of the Governor during their absence.

In this context, the other roles mentioned, while significant in their own right, do not have the authority to take on the Governor's responsibilities. The Premier leads the elected government and is responsible for making policy decisions, but does not assume the Governor's role. The Chief Justice oversees the judicial system and maintains legal order, and the Speaker of the House facilitates legislative proceedings, but none have the constitutional powers granted to the Governor.