Tag: Falkland Islands

Monday, November 13th 2017 - 07:06 UTC
Falklands demining operations at Port Harriet Farm, Mt Longdon and Goose Green

DYNASAFE Bactec recently returned to the Falkland Islands to continue demining operations, namely the completion of Phase 5a by March 18. “The break of around 10 weeks has allowed us all to recharge our batteries to finish these remaining tasks,” said Project Manager Julius Unsung.
Monday, November 13th 2017 - 06:52 UTC
Falklands toothfish longline fishery undergoing MSC reassessment

The Falkland Islands toothfish longline fishery this week will be undergoing reassessment against the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Fishing.
Saturday, November 11th 2017 - 12:30 UTC
Falklands ice hockey team in international tournament in Costa Rica

Costa Rica will be hosting the first Castillo International Ice Hockey Tournament with the participation of a home team, and three international sides, including one form the Falkland Islands. The competition is scheduled to take place at the Castillo Country Club in San Rafael de Heredia, on 18/19 November.
Friday, November 10th 2017 - 18:14 UTC
Falklands Observance of Remembrance Day on Sunday 12 November

The Falkland Islands Observance of Remembrance Day will be held on Sunday 12 November and Gilbert House, seat of the Falklands elected government announced the following arrangements:
Friday, November 10th 2017 - 01:40 UTC
Falkland Islands Elects New Legislative Assembly

Residents of the Falkland Islands went to the polls yesterday, with results released earlier this morning. Seventeen candidates stood for election to the Legislative Assembly and have campaigned over the past month to be elected to office.
Wednesday, November 8th 2017 - 16:10 UTC
Light aircraft and Land Rovers - a poles apart General Election in the Falkland Islands

Commitment to democracy is deep seated in the Falkland Islands. The experience of invasion, occupation and liberation in 1982 makes us all acutely aware of the importance of freedom and self-determination, and continues to inspire generations both old and new to value the right to choose our Government.
Tuesday, November 7th 2017 - 08:59 UTC
Argentina surfaces three Spanish Malvinas documents from 1767

Argentine former vice president and currently Senator of the ruling coalition, Julio Cobos has announced the discovery of three letters dated 1767, revealing an exchange of information between then Buenos Aires city governor, and Felipe Ruiz Puente, described as the first Malvinas Islands governor. At the time was part of the Spanish colonial empire.
Friday, November 3rd 2017 - 07:25 UTC
Falklands calamari prices recover significantly as second season catch is below market expectations

Recent reports in trade journals that abundant catches during 2017 were depressing Falkland Islands loligo prices were challenged this week by local sources concerned with the fishing industry.
Thursday, November 2nd 2017 - 08:19 UTC
Falklands announces appointment of next Attorney General

The Falkland Islands Government announced on Wednesday the appointment of Simon Young as the next Attorney General of the Falkland Islands. Mr. Young, is due to arrive in early December and will be coming to the Islands with his wife Claire and their three sons.
Monday, October 30th 2017 - 22:20 UTC
Candidates in General Election in Falkland Islands propose a wide-ranging agenda

Residents of the Falkland Islands are due to go to the polls to elect their new Legislative Assembly on Thursday 9th November 2017. Seventeen candidates are standing for the eight available spots on the Assembly. The Assembly is responsible for the internal government of the Islands and sets the national agenda. It also liaises with the United Kingdom Government on issues of defence and is increasingly actively involved in foreign affairs efforts on behalf of the Islands.