Tag: MLA Jack Ford

• Monday, March 9th 2026 - 23:23 UTC

  Falklands Legislative Assembly marks Commonwealth Day with youth-focused sitting and emphasis on parliamentary ties

  

  The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly marked Commonwealth Day 2026 on Monday with a public statement highlighting the Territory’s links to the wider Commonwealth network and the role of local democratic institutions. In the release issued on March 9, the Assembly said the Commonwealth flag was flown alongside the Falklands flag on Victory Green, reflecting “our pride in being part of the Commonwealth family of nations.”

• Wednesday, February 25th 2026 - 14:19 UTC

  Falklands, review and challenges for FIGAS, the Islands Air Service

  

  A review of the Falkland Islands Government Air Service, FIGAS, and its current challenges will be taking take place, it has been revealed by members of the Executive Council. It comes as ExCo were updated on the latest progress regarding the ongoing Britten-Norman Islander aircraft replacement project, which has encountered several delays.

• Friday, February 6th 2026 - 10:59 UTC

  Falklands: new Legislative Assembly consolidates close ties with the United Kingdom

  

  On the occasion of the swearing-in of the newly elected members of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly, its Chair, MLA Jack Ford, travelled to the United Kingdom, where he held a series of meetings with government and opposition lawmakers, as well as senior officials from various ministries and offices linked to the Islands and other British Overseas Territories.

• Thursday, December 18th 2025 - 19:37 UTC

  Falklands, Government congratulates newly elected Members of Legislative Assembly

  

  The Falkland Islands Government has congratulated all newly elected Members of the Legislative Assembly following the General Election held on Thursday 11 December, followed by the swearing ceremony.