Falkland Islands

Tuesday, April 29th 2025 - 07:43 UTC
Falklands, the size and maturity of Loligo squid forces closure of fishing season

The Falkland Islands Government Fisheries Department has confirmed that the Loligo fishing season has closed. The season closed on Sunday 27 April. Following issues with the second season in the last two years, the first season was closely monitored, particularly with regards to size and maturity of squid being caught.
Tuesday, April 29th 2025 - 07:31 UTC
Falklands’ volleyball team competing in international tournament in Punta Arenas

Another sport that is picking up in the Falkland Islands is volleyball, and last Saturday a delegation with ladies and men teams left for an international three day completion taking place in Punta Arenas, Chile, where the Falklands flag will be flying.
Tuesday, April 29th 2025 - 07:15 UTC
Falklands, 3 Battalion Parachute Regiment is the new Roulement Infantry Company

Deployment at Mount Pleasant Complex, the Royal Gurkha Rifles have handed over to 3 Battalion, The Parachute Regiment, as the Roulement Infantry Company at the Falkland Islands MPC.
Monday, April 28th 2025 - 09:52 UTC
Falklands’ volleyball team competing in international tournament in Punta Arenas

Another sport that is picking up in the Falkland Islands is volleyball, and last Saturday, a delegation with ladies' and men's teams left for an international three-day competition in Punta Arenas, Chile, where the Falklands flag will be flying.
Monday, April 28th 2025 - 09:42 UTC
Falklands’ ice hockey player displays her talent and skills at British Universities Women’s Cup winning team

During a recent sports reception at Government House, Governor Alison Blake CMG underlined how the Falkland Islands despite their small population have such a thriving sporting community with over twenty different disciplines involving adults women and men, and girls and boys.
Monday, April 28th 2025 - 08:26 UTC
Falklands, Kosovo forces will be part of UK’s Roulement infantry company

The Legislative Assembly from the Republic of Kosovo approved a bill ratifying an agreement between the United Kingdom and Kosovo on defense issues involving the Falkland Islands.
Sunday, April 27th 2025 - 03:37 UTC
Falklands Governor values Dave Morgan’s huge contribution to Government House

In an official release Falklands Governor Alison Blake CMG and Government House underline Dave and Shirley Morgan’s outstanding and valued four years contributrion to Government House.
Friday, April 25th 2025 - 19:09 UTC
Environmental organizations commemorate World Penguin Day

April 25 marked a new celebration of World Penguin Day to highlight these birds' environmental role, raising awareness of the threats they face, and promoting conservation. Under the theme “Waddle for a Greener Tomorrow,” conservationist groups promoted eco-friendly actions to ensure penguins’ habitats remain safe.
Friday, April 25th 2025 - 06:21 UTC
Enhanced Marine Protected Area in South Georgia: No Take Zones expanded for krill and toothfish

The Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) has announced that enhanced Marine Protection Area (MPA) measures officially come into force on 22nd Apri), following the signing of new legislation by Her Excellency the Commissioner, Alison Blake CMG.
Thursday, April 24th 2025 - 18:10 UTC
Darwin Plus projects in Falklands, and UK Prime Minister’s ODA (Development Assistance) Announcement

On the 25 February, the UK Prime Minister announced that the UK will increase defence spending to 2.5% of UK gross national income (GNI) from 2027. This will fund the capabilities, technology and industrial capacity vital to keep the UK and allies safe amid an era of renewed state conflict.