Falkland Islands

Wednesday, July 9th 2025 - 21:20 UTC
Commemorative issue of South Georgia Wildlife stamps

Two-hundred and fifty years ago, January 1775, Captain James Cook landed at Possession Bay and took possession of the island, in the name of King George III and his heirs. In this anniversary year we celebrate South Georgia and its change from a little known and little valued island to a thriving UK Overseas Territory which is globally renowned for championing science, conservation and sustainable management.
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Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 07:01 UTC
South Georgia Island, call for Expressions of Interest for Provision Biosecurity Services

In October 2025 approximately 250 m3 / eight 20ft shipping containers of building materials and vehicles will be shipped to South Georgia as part of a project run by the South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT) to stabilize the managers villa at Stromness.
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Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 06:51 UTC
Falklands, Public Consultation on Use of TV and Radio Services

The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) would like to remind all residents that the public consultation on the use of television and radio services across the Islands is still open and will run until 15 July 2025.
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Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 06:48 UTC
Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust Unveils World-First Shipwreck Experience at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust (FMHT) is proud to bring one of the most extraordinary deep-sea discoveries of our time to the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. As part of the prestigious Future Labs installation, FMHT will showcase the pioneering technology behind the historic mission that located Sir Ernest Shackleton’s legendary ship, Endurance, beneath Antarctica’s frozen Weddell Sea.
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Sunday, July 6th 2025 - 04:50 UTC
Falklands intends to implement the Beneficial Ownership Register by July 2026

Stephen Doughty, Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, which includes Overseas Territories has stated that illicit finance, corruption, and kleptocracy pose a direct threat to the UK’s national security, economic resilience, and the integrity of the global financial system.
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Friday, July 4th 2025 - 10:16 UTC
Falklands to launch, Environment Trust for carbon reduction and land recovery projects

The Falkland Islands Executive Council has approved the establishment of an Environment Trust to deliver carbon reduction, biodiversity and land recovery projects in the Falkland Islands.
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Thursday, July 3rd 2025 - 09:44 UTC
Falklands Legislative Assembly pays tribute to British Armed Forces for ensuring the right to self determination

The Legislative Assembly of the Falkland Islands proudly marked on Saturday 28th June, the British Armed Forces Day 2025. “Today we pay tribute to the courage, dedication, and service of the men and women who make up the British Armed Forces – past and present – and reflect with deep gratitude on the critical role they continue to play in safeguarding the Falkland Islands and the sacrifices that have been made for our right to self-determination.
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Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 - 17:22 UTC
UK and Falklands waiting for Argentina to make good on commitments, fisheries cooperation and flight from Brazil

Despite an overwhelming support for Argentina’s sovereignty claim over the Falkland Islands during the recent OAS annual assembly at Antigua and Barbuda, the UK Minister for Latin America and Caribbean, Baroness Chapman, pointed to the importance of relationships with friends and allies across the Americas, and is particular with Argentina.
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Monday, June 30th 2025 - 23:19 UTC
Falklands Legislative Assembly announces Defence Force Veterans Pin

The Falkland Island Executive Council (ExCo) at their meeting on Tuesday 24th June approved the issuance of a Veteran’s pin to retired/former members of the Falkland Islands Defence Force (FIDF).
Saturday, June 28th 2025 - 10:55 UTC
OAS passes unanimous declaration favoring Argentina's stance regarding Falklands/Malvinas

The Organization of American States (OAS) unanimously adopted a declaration during its General Assembly in Antigua and Barbuda, supporting Argentina’s sovereignty claim over the Falkland/Malvinas Islands, South Georgia, and South Sandwich Islands.