

In this week’s programme, news from the courts, the Legislative Assembly discusses a Right to Buy scheme for government housing, and Executive Council reviews changes to staffing at the Power Station. The Falkland Islands Arts Council receives £1,000 in funding, and FIG announces that South Atlantic Airbridge seat allocations will increase from 31 to 40 seats from 1st January 2025 for a three-month trial period. Visitor numbers this tourism season are anticipated to match last year, and FIG’s anti-stigma survey finds that 40.5% of respondents reported negative treatment due to mental health.
After the break, Mensun Bound and Mark Frary release a new book exploring maritime history through underwater treasures. We feature the multi-sport event between MPC and Stanley clubs at the new football and cricket pitch, and share festive messages from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and members of the Legislative Assembly. Highlights also include the Christmas lights switch-on at the Historic Dockyard Museum, FIGAS celebrating 76 years of service, Tyrone making mince pies, and we say farewell to one FITV journalist.