Falkland Islands

Saturday, June 14th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falklands: Economic impact of tourism to be measured

IN and around the Falklands for the last few weeks has been tourism consultant, Kevin Millington, of Acorn Tourism, who have been engaged by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board to measure the economic impact of what has been described as our fastest growing industry.
Friday, June 13th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falkland Islands: Weekly Penguin News update

Headlines: Port Troop veterans return; Flight delay leaves less time for lobbying; Berkeley Sound update; Public holiday; Inside PN this week.
Wednesday, June 11th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Explorer's successor, M/S Expedition in Falklands next January

Canada's GAP Adventures is set to re-launch its polar expedition programme following the purchase of a replacement for the sunken Explorer ship, according to a company release.
Wednesday, June 11th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falkland Islands “flourishing” upbeat assessment in London

The Falkland Islands' economy is flourishing and its future promises even greater potential. This was the encouraging assessment given by Falklands Councillor Mike Summers at the Falklands Government annual reception in London marking the anniversary of liberation from the 1982 Argentine invasions and restoration of democracy.
Wednesday, June 11th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
New Falklands draft constitution announces Summers

FULL agreement has been reached between the Falklands Legislative Council and the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office on the content of the new Falklands draft Constitution, announced Councillor Mike Summers in London this week.
Friday, June 6th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falkland Islands: Weekly Penguin News update

Headlines: Leiv sails single-handed from Spain; Options were limited for disposal of Ocean 8; Fishing industry 'penalised' by FIG; Dong Bang burns in FOCZ north.
Wednesday, June 4th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
UK seeks extension on Falklands mine clearance

THE British Government has sought an extension of the deadline for the UK to meet its obligation to clear anti-personnel mines in the Falklands.
Wednesday, June 4th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falklands to rebut before C24 Argentine historical arguments

AT the Decolonisation Committee of 24 next week, Falklands Councillors will query why Islanders are not deemed, like other self-governing countries, to have the right to self-determination.
Friday, May 30th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falkland Islands: Weekly Penguin News Update

Headlines: Where was FIG action on oil spill asks Falklands Conservation?;Balancing budget is 'ever more difficult'; Ferry sails south; Holiday credit going?; TV/radio no charge.
Wednesday, May 28th 2008 - 21:00 UTC
Falklands Governor criticizes Argentina ignoring 'self-determination'

THE Governor of the Falkland Islands has criticized the Argentine government for pressing its claim to the Falklands saying, “... it ignores the principle of self-determination enshrined in the UN Charter and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.”