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Montevideo, January 9th 2025 - 03:17 UTC

Falkland Islands

  • Friday, November 8th 2024 - 10:55 UTC

    “Falklands are British”, an unequivocal message from UK Minister for the Armed Forces

    Luke Pollard MP, UK Minister for the Armed Forces and MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

    Plymouth has a long and rich naval history. It is celebrated as where Sir Francis Drake played bowls as the Spanish Armada loomed in 1588 and as a key embarkation point for invading Allied forces on D-Day. However, the city’s critical role in the Falklands War is perhaps less widely appreciated.

  • Wednesday, November 6th 2024 - 14:16 UTC

    Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly moves forward on Starlink and VSAT licensing reforms

    Further details on the proposed licensing changes and current requirements are available on the Communications Regulator's website

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has accepted a set of recommendations from the Telecommunications Select Committee, aimed at making internet access more affordable and accessible through adjustments to VSAT licensing fees and potential domestic tariffs for Starlink services. These proposals will now be reviewed by the Executive Council, with a response expected within six months.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 15:16 UTC

    Falkland Islands to host Overseas Territories Prison Conference

    Stanley’s Police Station includes the new jail inaugurated in 2009

    His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service and the Falkland Islands Government are pleased to announce they will be hosting the 2024 Annual Overseas Territories (OT) Prison Superintendent Conference in the Falklands.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 21:27 UTC

    British opposition has a new leadership, and reaffirms its Conservative values and position

    Kemi Badenoch was elected by party members to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

    The Falkland Islands Government Office in London sent congratulations to Kemi Badenoch MP on her election as Leader of the Conservatives and Her Majesty’s loyal opposition. “We look forward to working with you and your new team”, read the congratulations.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 20:08 UTC

    New deep-sea video uncovers remarkable details of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck

    The leather boot may have belonged to Frank Wild, Shackleton’s second-in-command. “These are priceless historic treasures,” Bound added

    A recently released deep-sea video by the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust (FMHT) unveils remarkable finds aboard Sir Ernest Shackleton’s legendary ship Endurance, which sank over a century ago.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 19:01 UTC

    Falkland Islands represented at 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Australia

    MLA Biggs stated, “I am honoured to represent the Falkland Islands at this significant gathering of Commonwealth Parliamentarians

    MLA Pete Biggs will represent the Falkland Islands at the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Sydney, Australia, from November 3 to 8, 2024. Hosted by the Parliament of New South Wales, this international conference will gather over 700 Commonwealth Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff, and decision-makers to discuss key issues affecting democratic governance.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 13:40 UTC

    Falkland Islands to commemorate Remembrance Sunday with annual ceremony

    A brief service and the reading of the Roll of Honour will take place at the Cross of Sacrifice

    The Falkland Islands will observe Remembrance Sunday on November 10 with a service to honor those who sacrificed their lives in conflict, commemorating the 106th anniversary of the end of World War I. The annual service will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Christ Church Cathedral, led by Reverend Hayley Argles-Grant and other local ministers. Dignitaries including Her Excellency the Governor, the Commander of British Forces, Members of the Legislative Assembly, the Armed Forces Minister, and both resident and visiting veterans will attend. The public is encouraged to arrive by 9:15 a.m., as seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 12:17 UTC

    Minister for the Armed Forces to visit the Falkland Islands

    Minister Pollard’s programme will highlight both the strategic importance of the Falkland Islands in UK Defence

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has announced the upcoming visit of Luke Pollard MP, the UK Minister for the Armed Forces, highlighting the UK’s ongoing support for the Falklands’ security and self-determination. Pollard’s visit, which includes attending the Remembrance Sunday service, is expected to reinforce the enduring relationship between the Falkland Islands and the UK.

  • Thursday, October 31st 2024 - 23:30 UTC

    Falklands 2024/25 Shearing circuit took off at Goose Green

    Wool Handlers await the fleeces. (Pics Tara Wilson)

    The Falkland Islands 2024/25 Shearing circuit kicked off at Goose Green on Saturday October 19. The Open Shearing saw Adam Dickson take a well-deserved win, ahead of Jon Roberts in second place. Evan Jones finished third and Igan Kennedy was fourth. In the Wool Handling class Talia Jones beat Pilar Castro to the top spot. Leila Gilding came third with Holly Turner fourth.

  • Wednesday, October 30th 2024 - 15:46 UTC

    Falklands coast line surveyed by the Argentine navy during “Operation Cow Beach”

    Submarine Santiago del Estero

    Now that the Argentine president Javier Milei has made public a shopping list to equip the armed forces, such as the US manufactured F16 from Denmark for the Air Force, plus tanks, armored vehicles and modern warfare elements such as drones, rockets for the army, and also some surface vessels for the navy, and possibly Scorpane French/Spanish submarines, such as the navies of Brazil and Chile, it is interesting to recall an incident almost sixty years ago when a sea incursion to the Falkland Islands.