A written summary provided by the candidate outlining their background, experience and priorities.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated full commitment to my responsibilities, upholding high standards of accountability both for myself and for those with whom I work.
After years of mismanagement, prospective MLAs face challenging choices over the next four years.
Issues for this term:
There has been a plethora of errors throughout the last two terms, unchecked spending, poor
financial oversight, and an unwanted Loan; with some MLA’s surprisingly looking to be re-elected.
This Country is in crisis, Time to look ahead, Time for Change.
1. Immigration
2. Housing
3. Utility Bills
The first 250 words of the candidate’s manifesto.
My name is Gary Webb, though many know me as Guido, I am seeking nomination as an MLA in the upcoming elections for the Stanley Constituency. In 1984 at the age of 16 I joined the Army, as a Royal Engineer and first arrived in the Islands in 1987, serving a further five voluntary tours in Stanley with EOD. After eleven years of service, I moved to the Islands, worked briefly on North Camp Road, and then spent twenty-two years as a Police Officer serving the community. For the past eight years I have worked for FIMCo where I maintain a commitment to integrity and hard work. I’m independent-minded, not afraid to speak up or make tough decisions, and believe in doing things properly.
Three Major issues will feature in this term –
1. Telecoms – With Sure's Telecoms Licence expiring, the goal is to increase competition.
Sure, are welcome to bid for renewal but must agree to the conditions of lower prices,
end of the £1m government subsidy and exclusivity. Any new provider must keep the
current staff.
2. Salmon Farming – Extensive literature exists on this topic, and interpretation varies
depending on perspective. In my opinion from material available to me I oppose open sea
salmon farming but support land-based tank farming in Camp.
3. Oil – The arrival of the oil industry is expected to bring wealth, jobs, and opportunities. Strong leadership is needed to maintain control
Current Major Projects: Power and Port construction projects must remain within the approved Project…
Ten short questions. Ten 30 second answers. Candidates respond without preparation.
An extended interview exploring the candidate’s background, priorities and views. All candidates were given the same set of advance questions, with additional on the spot manifesto-specific questions asked during the interview. Each interview is limited to 15 minutes.
Disclaimer: All interviews were conducted on an equal basis and are presented in full, with minimal editorial intervention. Any edits made were limited solely to the removal of offensive language, to allow viewers to hear directly from each candidate in their own words. Some issues discussed in these interviews are currently subject to ongoing legal processes. Any references to legal or procedural matters reflect the candidates’ own views. FITV does not comment on, and does not seek to influence, ongoing legal proceedings. These interviews form part of FITV’s commitment to providing clear, accessible information to support informed voting ahead of polling day.
FITV was invited to film the candidate hustings hosted by the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce. Candidates were divided into four groups by constituency: one group representing Camp and three groups representing Stanley. As part of the event, members of the Chamber were invited to submit questions to be put to the candidate panels in advance, and Chamber members in attendance were also able to ask follow-up questions from the floor.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by candidates during the hustings recordings are their own and do not reflect those of FITV. The discussion may contain strong language. FITV does not endorse or support any individual candidate or political viewpoint and remains impartial in its coverage.
