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Falkland Islands

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:18:00 GMT
Small expedition ships to be allowed into the Falklands in southern summer
‘Clean’ expedition ships carrying fewer than 530 passengers will be allowed to visit the Falkland Islands this Southern summer under a new visitor policy approved by the Falkland Islands Government this week.

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT
Falklands' program for the anniversary of Liberation Day 14 June 2021
To mark the anniversary of the Liberation of the Falkland Islands from Argentinean occupation in 1982, the following program has been arranged for Monday 14 June 2021, according to a release from Gilbert House.

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 09:51:00 GMT
Over £8m boost for international conservation in UK Overseas Territories
Over £8 million new funding to protect rare wildlife and vulnerable habitats across the globe. Threatened species such as whales, marine turtles and sharks will be better-protected thanks to a boost of over £8 million for pro...

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 01:15:00 GMT
Falklands publishes ‘prudent budget’ for 2021/22
The Falkland Islands Government yesterday published its budget for the upcoming financial year, describing it as a prudent budget that focuses on stability and continuity. The budget forecasts operating expenditure of £78.3m a...

Thu, 27 May 2021 08:50:00 GMT
Royal Navy's Type 31 frigates have names; HMS Active recalls her predecessor and Falklands liberation
The names of five next-generation Type-31 frigates for the Royal Navy have been announced. Approved by HM The Queen, the vessels will be named HMS Active, HMS Bulldog, HMS Campbeltown, HMS Formidable and HMS Venturer.

Tue, 25 May 2021 13:25:00 GMT
Falkland Islands nearing completion of nationwide Covid-19 vaccination programme
The Falkland Islands Government is pleased to confirm that it is nearing completion of the rollout of its nationwide Covid-19 vaccination programme. 95% of those aged over 18 in the community has now received two doses of the O...

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:59:00 GMT
Falklands, 40th anniversary of liberation to be a year of commemoration and celebration
Falkland Islanders are hoping to mark the 40th Liberation anniversary with a year of events that both commemorate the liberation of the islands and look to their future, the Chair of the 40th-anniversary committee told Mercopre...

Fri, 21 May 2021 23:21:00 GMT
"Scenic Eclipse II", confidence in the cruise industry and the luxury travel market
In a strong message of confidence for the future of the cruise industry and the luxury travel market, Scenic has started production on Scenic Eclipse II, the sister ship to Scenic Eclipse, the world’s most luxurious discovery...

Mon, 17 May 2021 21:01:00 GMT
Falklands waters: A haven for Sei whales
The coastal waters of the Falkland Islands have been confirmed as a Key Biodiversity Area for Sei whales, the first of its kind in the world. The announcement comes after five years of surveys carried out in Falklands waters by...

Tue, 11 May 2021 09:36:00 GMT
Falklands plans to borrow US$ 85 million for the port, and manages a credit rating of A+ from S&P Global
Reuters has reported that the Falkland Islands got its first sovereign credit rating, an investment-grade A+ score from S&P Global on Monday, as the tiny British-run territory looks to dip into borrowing markets to pay for impr...



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