Stories for January 2016

Thursday, January 21st 2016 - 01:20 UTC
“Labour party supports Falkland Islanders self determination, including defense of the Islands”

“We are committed to upholding the right of the Falkland Islanders to self determination, including by ensuring the defense of the Islands”, was the reply from a Labour Party spokesperson to the Falkland Islands Radio service, in Stanley following Jeremy Corbyn's controversial statements at the BBC 1 Andrew Marr show last Sunday.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 17:42 UTC
The “Blue Belt” of English waters is now Marine Conservation Zones

The 23 new Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) announced by UK Marine Environment Minister, George Eustice, bring the total to 50 marine protected areas, which now cover more than one fifth of English waters. The ‘Blue Belt’ now comprises over 20% of English waters granting vital protection for the diverse array of wildlife in the country’s seas.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 08:06 UTC
Rousseff's impeachment chances dying out as main ally is strongly divided on the issue

President Dilma Rousseff’s opponents in the fractious Brazilian Democratic Movement Party (PMDB) are losing hope that they can impeach the leader and replace her with their man, Vice-President Michel Temer.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 07:57 UTC
Teheran and Spain discussing an Iranian refinery in Algeciras, across from Gibraltar

The governments of Spain and Iran are discussing the possible construction of an Iranian-owned refinery in Algeciras, Spain and across from Gibraltar, after the Islamic Republic re-opens for business following the lifting of international sanctions.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 07:32 UTC
Changes to the South Atlantic Air-bridge: Brize Norton-MPA Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands' government and the UK Ministry of Defense have announced that residents should be aware of recent changes to regulations related to travel on the South Atlantic Airbridge, Brize Norton/MPA.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 07:14 UTC
Thousands turn out in Buenos Aires on the anniversary of special prosecutor Nisman's death

Thousands of Argentines, including the top ranks of the current ruling administration attended a demonstration in Buenos Aires city to commemorate the one-year anniversary of AMIA special prosecutor Alberto Nisman’s death.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 06:58 UTC
New Gibraltar governor pledges to ensure sovereignty, safety and success for the Rock.

The new Governor of Gibraltar, Lt General Edward Davis, was formally sworn in on Tuesday January 19 following his arrival with his wife on the navy vessel RFA Mounts Bay.
Wednesday, January 20th 2016 - 06:23 UTC
Without dropping Falklands claim, Macri wants “a new era” in relations with UK

Argentina's new president, Mauricio Macri, says he wants to start “a new era” in relations with Britain, long strained by the two nations' dispute over the Falkland Islands, according to remarks published Tuesday.
Tuesday, January 19th 2016 - 08:14 UTC
Falklands' representative at the Caribbean premier energy conference

The Falkland Islands' government is attending the annual January 18/20 Trinidad and Tobago Energy Conference sponsored by the Energy Chamber of the Caribbean country. Member of the Legislative Assembly Ian Hansen is representing FIG at what is considered the premier energy conference in the Caribbean which promotes vigorous debate and discussion among leaders of the industry, government and academia.
Tuesday, January 19th 2016 - 08:06 UTC
Falklands oil explorers Rockhopper Exploration and FOGL completed merger

Two leading firms in Falkland Islands offshore oil exploration have completed their merger, it was announced on Monday.