Public Referendum Over Salmon Farming In Falklands Ruled Out
The public consultation on whether open pen salmon farming should be introduced in the Falklands is now underway and has come under scrutiny at a
New Hangar For FIGAS Aircraft Nears Completion
The redevelopment of the Falkland Islands Government Air Service aircraft hangar is nearing completion, providing improved facilities for the FIGAS fleet. The ageing facility had
Falklands Primary Schools Celebrate Another Year of Academic Acheivements
The infant and junior school and camp education held their end of year awards ceremony at the town hall this week. Awards included certificates of
Falklands Suspends Applications for Permanent Residency Permits
Executive Council has approved a 12-month suspension of all Permanent Residence Permit Applications while the Falkland Islands Government carries out a review of immigration policy.
“Abby Says No” Community Campaign Against Salmon Farming in Falklands
A new community campaign opposing salmon farming has stepped up its activities ahead of the public consultation. Posters, flags and flyers carrying the image of
Record Breaking Commonwealth Games for Falklands Bowls
Team Falklands has completed a record-breaking Commonwealth Games bowls campaign in Glasgow. The six-member squad competed across the Men’s and Women’s Singles and Pairs, recording
Executive Council Approves Funding for FIGAS Engineers
Executive Council has approved financial support for FIGAS as the air service continues to deal with a shortage of engineers. Although the Executive Council paper
Falkland Islands Salmon Farming Consultation Opens
A public consultation on whether open pen salmon farming should be introduced in the Falklands has opened. An online survey will gather views on economic
UK Writer Researches Falklands Folklore
Falklands history has long fascinated people both here and overseas, but one area that remains less well-documented is the Islands folklore. Now, a UK-based writer
Falklands 4×4 Relaunches JCB Partnership
Falklands 4×4 has renewed its partnership with construction equipment manufacturer JCB. It will again serve as the official local dealer of JCB vehicles and provide