Tag: British overseas territories BOT

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.
Sunday, December 22nd 2024 - 05:07 UTC
Electronic Travel Authorizations for entry to UK needed as of next 8th January

Residents of the Falkland Islands should be aware that from the 8th January 2025, Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs) will be required for all visitors to the UK who do not currently need a Visa for short stays of up to six months, or those who do not already have UK immigration status.
Monday, October 21st 2024 - 08:50 UTC
UN Fourth Committee, UK reaffirms principle of self determination of BOTs, as enshrined in the UN charter

UK Ambassador Archie Young to the General Assembly at the UN Fourth Committee, explains the UK position regarding principles of equal rights and self-determination:
Saturday, July 6th 2024 - 07:26 UTC
Falklands Legislative Assembly congratulates new UK Government

The elected Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly extends its congratulations to the Labour Party on their victory in the UK General Election. We also extend our congratulations to The Right Honorable Sir Keir Starmer on his election as an MP, and subsequent appointment this as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom by His Majesty The King Charles III.
Friday, June 14th 2024 - 08:24 UTC
Tories and Labour committed to defend Falklands' sovereignty and Self Determination

Britain is holding a general election next July 4 with the Conservatives in office since 2019, but also with a string of Prime Ministers in five years and much division among its lines, including the newly formed Reform party, while the opposition is dominated mainly by Labour and leader Keir Starmer.
Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 - 10:30 UTC
Rwanda bill finally approved in Parliament; ex-minister reveals she preferred the Falklands option

Westminster finally passed on Monday night the controversial plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, following a marathon scuffle between the Lords and the House of Commons.
Monday, March 4th 2024 - 21:39 UTC
Falklands, most Britons believe it should remain a BOT, and if the Islands join Argentina, “35% would be upset”

UK public opinion pollster YouGov asked Britons about their views towards Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Gibraltar and the Falkland Islands based on the question of ”How would Britons feel if parts of the UK left?, including the two Overseas Territories, Falkland Islands and Gibraltar, which have regional disputes, Argentina and Spain.
Monday, March 4th 2024 - 21:26 UTC
UK improving links with BOTs; announcement this year, Minister Rutley tells Parliament

“The FCDO is leading a refresh of the UK's strategy on the Overseas Territories, for publication this year,” said Minister of State Foreign Office for the Americas and Overseas Territories, David Rutley when asked in Parliament about plans to bolster ties and collaboration with the British Overseas Territories.
Monday, January 29th 2024 - 10:45 UTC
Modernizing UK/BOT partnership: Falklands meets Commons' Select Procedure Committee

This Monday afternoon Falkland Islands elected member of the Legislative Assembly, MLA Teslyn Barkman will sit before the House of Commons Select Procedure Committee and give evidence on Overseas Territories' more fluid relations with the Commons following on the recent understanding reached between UK Government and UK Overseas Territories Governments for a more dynamic partnership.
Saturday, December 2nd 2023 - 08:14 UTC
“Falklands' status as a BOT has nothing to do with imperial gestures, but the wishes of its population”

The Falkland Islands’ status as a British overseas territory has nothing to do with imperial gestures, and everything to do with the wishes of the population, writes Dr. Nigel Haywood, in response to the article by Simon Jenkins, published in The Guardian and MercoPress a week ago.