Tag: Teslyn Barkman

• Thursday, October 17th 2013 - 12:39 UTC

  Falkland Islands: General Election with a difference

  

  Preparations are under way in the Falkland Islands for a General Election to be held on November 7 this year and 4.30pm on October 17th marks the last moments for would be Members of the Islands Legislative Council to announce their candidacy. This year the list of candidates will be subject to particular scrutiny.

• Thursday, April 18th 2013 - 22:11 UTC

  Falklands’ referendum and self-determination receive support from US Congress

  

  United States Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart released a statement after introducing a House Resolution recognizing the Falkland Islands referendum which was held March 10/11 with an overwhelming turnout and result.

• Friday, November 30th 2012 - 18:50 UTC

  Falklands debates full time lawmakers and how to attract younger generations to elected posts

  

  With the next general election for Legislative Assembly Members for the Falkland Islands Government less than a year away, public consultation has begun on whether the posts should become full time with an appropriate salary paid.