Tag: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly

• 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.

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• Saturday, March 8th 2025 - 13:23 UTC

  Falklands Legislative Assembly marks International Women’s Day

  

  As the world marks International Women’s Day on March 8, the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has taken the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the contributions of women and girls within the community.

• Tuesday, February 25th 2025 - 10:52 UTC

  Falkland Islands Express Solidarity with Ukraine on War Anniversary

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly marked the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by reaffirming its support for the country’s sovereignty and democratic freedoms.

• Tuesday, February 18th 2025 - 00:48 UTC

  Falkland Islands welcomes a delegation of UK MPs with a weeklong agenda

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly is pleased to welcome a delegation of UK Members of Parliament (MPs) who are visiting the Islands this week following invitation by Members of the Legislative Assembly to strengthen ties, engage with the community, and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of Falklands’ part in the British Family, and the right to the self-determination of our people.

• Tuesday, January 28th 2025 - 11:52 UTC

  Falklands Legislative Assembly reaffirms commitment for Holocaust Memorial Day

  

  In commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly affirms its commitment to the principles of Holocaust Memorial Day, observed annually on 27 January. Members of the Legislative Assembly join the global community in honoring the victims of the Holocaust and all genocides, reflecting on the lessons of the past to build a more just and equitable future.

• Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 19:37 UTC

  Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly extends Christmas wishes to the community

  

  As the holiday season draws near, the Members of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly have shared a heartfelt Christmas message, celebrating the unity and resilience of the community.

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

  Falkland Islands represented at 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Australia

  

  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.

• Wednesday, September 11th 2024 - 13:15 UTC

  Falklands Legislative Assembly celebrates Gibraltar National Day

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly is proud to join Gibraltar in celebrating Gibraltar Day today, 10th September. As fellow Overseas Territories, the Falkland Islands and Gibraltar share a unique bond, one rooted in the resilience, and a shared commitment to preserving our cultures and values as part of the global British family and Commonwealth.

• Tuesday, September 3rd 2024 - 07:51 UTC

  Falklands: Operation Manager of Demining Project in the King's Honorary List

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly and Government House in an official release said they were delighted to learn that former Operations Manager, Phillimon Gonamombe, of the successful 11-year demining project in the Falklands has been appointed as an Honorary MBE by H M The King.

• Tuesday, August 6th 2024 - 10:23 UTC

  Falklands: independent review of Legislative Assembly retributions

  

  Looking ahead to the Assembly elections in November 2025, there is a requirement for an independent review of how the Legislative Assembly system is working with regard to the scheme of retributions and allowances.