Falkland Islands

Thursday, May 22nd 2025 - 19:52 UTC
Falkland Islands reaffirm right to self-determination amid Chagos sovereignty talks

The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly issued a public statement on Thursday acknowledging the UK Government’s recent decision to move forward with a sovereignty transfer of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius. The Assembly welcomed reassurances that the Falklands’ status remains unaffected.
Add your comment!
Thursday, May 22nd 2025 - 06:55 UTC
Falklands, Defense completes major improvement project in strategic Mounts

UK’s Defense Infrastructure Organization (DIO) has completed the final phase of a major improvement program at one of the most remote sites on the Defense estate in the Falkland Islands. A new modular accommodation block at Byron Heights has now been handed over, marking the end of a four-year infrastructure project, delivered on behalf of Strategic Command.
Add your comment!
Thursday, May 22nd 2025 - 06:29 UTC
Falklands celebrates St Helena Day and honors Landing Day anniversary

The Falkland Islands joined St Helana Day by having the flags of both UK Overseas Territories flying in Stanley’s Victory Green on Wednesday 21st May from 16:30 until Thursday 16:30.
Add your comment!
Thursday, May 22nd 2025 - 06:15 UTC
Falklands present at BOTs and UK Speakers’ conference on using AI in Legislatures

Hosted by the Speaker of the UK House of Commons, Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, MP, the 4th Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference (COTSC) took place in London from May 13 to 16, 2025.
Add your comment!
Wednesday, May 21st 2025 - 14:05 UTC
Falklands’ airport at MPC readies for the winter months

In preparation for the Falkland Islands’ winter, the Joint Force Logistics Unit (JFLU) from the British Forces South Atlantic Islands stationed at MPC has been rehearsing their Snow and Ice plans to maintain operational output through the colder months.
Add your comment!
Wednesday, May 21st 2025 - 09:29 UTC
Falklands’ invitation to celebrate World Ocean Day in Stanley

The following organizations, SAERI, Shallow Marine Survey Group, Falklands Conservation, Consolidated Fisheries Limited, FIG’s Fisheries Department, Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association, Falklands’ Outdoor are extending an invitation for an exciting afternoon packed with ocen-themes activities, fascinating facts and hands on fun for all ages.
1 comment
Wednesday, May 21st 2025 - 08:40 UTC
Falklands Mental Health Project, “Wide Skies, Open Minds”

Following on from the research elements and offering training for Champions, FIG the Falkland Islands Government, Public Health Unit are excited to be able to launch the brand identity for the anti-stigma in mental health project.
Add your comment!
Monday, May 19th 2025 - 10:44 UTC
Falklands War, the QE2 finest hour when transporting 3,000 troops

A fascinating new book, “The QE2 in the Falklands War”, Troopship to the South Atlantic, reveals what is was like for crew and soldiers on QE2's epic voyage in 1982 to combat in the Falklands War has been published on the 43rd anniversary of the South Atlantic conflict.
2 comments
Monday, May 19th 2025 - 08:53 UTC
Falklands war MV Atlantic Conveyor at Cunard’s War Memorial in Liverpool

The Liverpool-registered MV Atlantic Conveyor, 43 years ago, during the Falklands War was hit by two Exocet missiles, and Cunard’s War Memorial in front of the Cunard Building will be updated with the addition of the numerals “1982” to commemorate the loss.
Add your comment!
Friday, May 16th 2025 - 21:22 UTC
Falklands Government Budget announcement delayed until July

The Falkland Islands Government has postponed the announcement of its 2025/26 budget, which was initially scheduled for June 3. According to a statement from the Legislative Assembly, the delay comes after members of the Budget Select Committee expressed dissatisfaction with the final draft presented, leading to a decision to take additional time for consensus-building.