Tag: Luke Pollard

• Friday, November 8th 2024 - 10:55 UTC

  “Falklands are British”, an unequivocal message from UK Minister for the Armed Forces

  

  Plymouth has a long and rich naval history. It is celebrated as where Sir Francis Drake played bowls as the Spanish Armada loomed in 1588 and as a key embarkation point for invading Allied forces on D-Day. However, the city’s critical role in the Falklands War is perhaps less widely appreciated.

• Monday, November 4th 2024 - 12:17 UTC

  Minister for the Armed Forces to visit the Falkland Islands

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has announced the upcoming visit of Luke Pollard MP, the UK Minister for the Armed Forces, highlighting the UK’s ongoing support for the Falklands’ security and self-determination. Pollard’s visit, which includes attending the Remembrance Sunday service, is expected to reinforce the enduring relationship between the Falkland Islands and the UK.

• Friday, February 22nd 2019 - 10:15 UTC

  Falklands: Visiting MPs call for clarity on future British role

  

  Two British Members of Parliament have called on Parliament to clarify the future role of the British military in the Falkland Islands. A total of eight representatives have made the journey to the region as part of a visit organized by the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme (AFPS).