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1: INCREASE IN BASIC ISLAND PENSION & INCOME RELATED BENEFITS - St Helena (Business News) - 25.05.2013

Recipients of Basic Island Pension (BIP) and Income Related Benefits (IRB) are to receive a 2% increase, backdated to 1 April 2013.

2: St Helena: RESURFACING OF MIDDLE WHARF - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2013

The Middle Wharf Resurfacing Project is now entering its final few weeks and on completion will provide a new, structurally sound, safe and well engineered improvement to the wharf infrastructure.

3: St helena Explores The Joy of Stats - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2013

A programme called the Joy of Stats will be broadcast on local TV on Monday 13 May at 7:30pm, repeating on Wednesday 15 and Friday 17 May, both at 7:30pm.

4: B.A.T WINS ST HELENA INTERNATIONAL HOUSING COMPETITION - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2013

One of the top 20 young architecture practices of Spain has won the opportunity to develop a new generation of homes for St Helena. A jury of local residents decided to award BILBOKO ARKITEKTURA TALDEA (Bilbao Architecture Team) the first prize for a number of reasons.

5: ROYAL NAVY ‘RFA BLACK ROVER’ TO VISIT ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2013

The Royal Navy’s RFA Black Rover will visit St Helena from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 May 2013. Captain I N Pilling and his crew of 58 will be visiting St Helena on a routine call, before embarking on wider regional engagements.

6: St Helena EXCO MEETING OF 14 MAY 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2013

ExCo sat this morning to consider a relatively light agenda, which is to be expected given purdah conventions.

7: Argentine Human Rights Group Meets With Falklands MLAs - Falklands (Business News) - 18.05.2013

After agreeing to do so, two MLAs have met with five representatives of a human rights group from Chaco, Argentina in order to listen to their views on a number of issues resulting from the 1982 war.

8: Falklands DIPLOMAS AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES PRESENTED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Business News) - 18.05.2013

Twenty five people received diplomas professional certificates at Government House on Tuesday, 07 May 2013.

9: Falklands EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Wednesday, 24 April 2013 - Falklands (Business News) - 05.05.2013

The Hon Mr Ian Hansen MLA gave the Executive Council report this month.

10: Falklands - Opportunities Proposed for Air Terminal - Falklands (Business News) - 05.05.2013

As part of the localisation programme for Mount Pleasant Airport the Falkland Islands Development Corporation has set forward proposals for the operation of the Air Terminal.

11: TONY EARNSHAW TO DEPART ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2013

Tony Earnshaw, Director of the Environment and Natural Resources Directorate (ENRD), is to leave St Helena, departing on Sunday 26 May 2013.

12: VISIT BY LUCY FAITHFUL FOUNDATION – CHILD SAFEGUARDING IN ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2013

Mr Mike Sheath (pictured) and Mr Adrian Todd from the Lucy Faithful Foundation will arrive on St Helena on 11 May 2013 for two weeks

13: St Helena: PUBLICATION OF SOCIAL POLICY PLAN DELAYED - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2013

The first draft of the Social Policy Plan was due to be completed and shared at scheduled community meetings during May and June, following the series of participation meetings that took place earlier in the year.

14: PUBLIC MEETING 15 APRIL 2013 Part 3 - Falklands (Business News) - 28.04.2013

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 15 April 2013.

15: PUBLIC MEETING 15 APRIL 2013 Part 4 - Falklands (Business News) - 28.04.2013

Luis Clifton complained about earwigs and said there were promises to help with the problem but the earwigs still kept infesting gardens and homes.

16: Draft Minimum Wage Legislation Consultation in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 28.04.2013

A period of public consultation about the draft Minimum Wage legislation has begun in the Falkland Islands.

17: DEFIBRILLATOR DONATED TO ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2013

The UK South East Coast Ambulance Service has generously donated a defibrillator to the St Helena Police Service. The gift was facilitated by Sharon Graham, a personal safety trainer, who was on-island in September 2012.

18: St Helena GENERAL ELECTION 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2013

Are you on the Register of Electors? If not, you will not be eligible to stand for election, or to vote.

19: St Helena ENVIRONMENTAL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT FORUM - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2013

Jamestown Community Centre hosted the Environmental Management Division's (EMD) stakeholder engagement forum on 18 April.

20: FLORIDA CONGRESSMAN INTRODUCES RESOLUTION TO RECOGNISE FALKLANDS’ REFERENDUM - Falklands (Business News) - 20.04.2013

A Florida Congressman, U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives on Thursday to recognize the recent Falkland Islands referendum.

21: PUBLIC MEETING MONDAY, 15 APRIL 2013 (Part 1) - Falklands (Business News) - 20.04.2013

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the town hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 15 April 2013. Present were MLAs Sawle, Short, Halford and Elsby. Gavin Short acted as Chairman.

22: PUBLIC MEETING 15 APRIL 2013 Part 2 - Falklands (Business News) - 20.04.2013

Questions from the general public were next on the agenda. Marilyn Grimmer mentioned it has been a year since she brought the subject up in a public meeting and she wondered if MLAs had time to look at the report that had been produced. Sharon Halford said it had been to EXCO and the easiest thing would be to give Mrs Grimmer a list.

23: Falkland Islands Holdings plc Announces Directorate Change - Falklands (Business News) - 20.04.2013

Falkland Islands Holdings plc, has announced that Mr. Edmund Rowland has been appointed as a non-executive Director of the Company with immediate effect, representing Blackfish Capital Management, a 20.1% shareholder in FIH.

24: REVIEW OF MARITIME SECTOR OF ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 20.04.2013

St Helena has a long and proud maritime tradition and has the potential for recreational tours, water sports, observation of local marine life and sports fishing.

25: St Helena: EXCO Report: 16 April 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 20.04.2013

Today we began our meeting with discussion of a paper presented by the Attorney General, which sought approval for the number of Council Committees to be reduced from eight to five and for work to be taken forward to produce detailed proposals on how the Committees should be structured

26: KEEGAN WINS PAS HOUSING DESIGN COMPETITION - St Helena (Business News) - 20.04.2013

Keegan Yon has won the competition among students of Prince Andrew School to design a Home for the Future.

27: Stanley Business benefits from localisation of MPA services - Falklands (Business News) - 14.04.2013

The first localisation project has been achieved following a considerable period of discussion between the Falkland Islands Government and the Ministry of Defence.

28: A SMALL BONE TO PICK WITH NEWS WRITERS - Falklands (Business News) - 07.04.2013

Somehow the total British killed during the Falklands war have risen to 258. In fact it was 252 British dead and three civilian losses.

29: NEW BRAND FOR CABLE & WIRELESS SOUTH ATLANTIC - Falklands (Business News) - 07.04.2013

Batelco Group from Bahrain now wholly owns Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Ltd.

30: St Helena Announcement BUDGET SPEECH, March 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 24.03.2013

Financial Secretary Colin Owen today delivered his first Budget Speech to Legislative Council, including Estimates of Recurrent Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Expenditure. He said that:

31: INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT IN SHG - St Helena (Business News) - 23.03.2013

Over a period of three weeks, employees of St Helena Government who have been identified as potential new managers through the staff appraisal process, have been undergoing an Introduction to Management course.

32: St Helena Budget Speech 2013/2014 - St Helena (Business News) - 23.03.2013

Before I start my speech I would like to pay tribute to the previous Financial Secretary Paul Blessington, who sadly passed away last year. He was instrumental in SHG’s reform programme and will also be remembered for his excellent work with the scouts and within the community. I look forward to seeing his wife Margaret in the near future when she is back on Island.

33: St Helena EXCO Report: 5 March 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Before we began our formal EXCO meeting this morning, all Elected Members were invited to join their EXCO colleagues to meet with Dr Peter Hayes, Director of the Overseas Territories Department of the Foreign Office.

34: St Helena PETER HAYES - TV INTERVIEW - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Dr Peter Hayes, Director for the Overseas Territories in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), arrived on Island yesterday (4 March).

35: St Helena CHANGES TO MEDICAL FEES AND CHARGES - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

The Health and Social Welfare Directorate will increase medical fees and charges by 5.5%, with effect from 1 April 2013.

36: St Helena EXCO Report: 26 February 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Executive Council met this morning to consider a varied agenda. Our first paper was presented by Councillor Tony Green. The paper proposed a £1 per week increase in rent for Government Landlord Housing (GLH) properties.

37: St Helena: EXAM SUCCESS - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

The month of December saw 16 students sit ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and FIA (Foundations in Accountancy) exams, ten received passes in the following examinations

38: FOREIGN OFFICE DIRECTOR TO VISIT ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Arriving on the Island on Monday 4 March 2013, will be Dr Peter Hayes, Director for the Overseas Territories in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

39: St Helena: PROPOSED NEW PARKING ARRANGEMENTS IN JAMESTOWN - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

If you come to Jamestown on a busy day it can be frustrating to drive around and around looking for a suitable parking spot close to the shops and the centre of town. This problem is set to get worse as more vehicles arrive on the Island. Indeed, with the airport up and running in the next few years an even greater strain will be placed on our traffic system.

40: St Helena MARINE AWARENESS 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Marine Awareness week 2013 ran from 23 February to 1 March. Activities included an Underwater Clean - up & Marine Life Tour, Beach Clean - up and presentations held in the Consulate Ballroom.

41: St Helena: PRAISES CONTRIBUTIONS OF WOMEN STATISTICIANS ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY - St Helena (Business News) - 09.03.2013

Statistics 2013 participants laud women statisticians for advancing statistical sciences

42: US Neutrality: 31 Year Falklands 'Snub' Continues - Falklands (Business News) - 22.02.2013

For the US to recognise the de facto (existing whether legally accepted or not) Government of the Falkland Islands is as good as it gets for Islanders who are to hold a referendum on Sunday, 10 March and Monday, 11 March 2013, expressing their desire (or not) to remain a British Overseas Territory.

43: CUSTOMS DUTY EXEMPTION ON SPECTACLES AND HEARING AIDS FOR THOSE ON LOW INCOMES - St Helena (Business News) - 22.02.2013

Following a representation to Executive Council by the Chairman of the Health & Social Welfare Committee, Councillor Cyril Gunnell, it has been agreed by Financial Secretary Colin Owen, that a one-off exemption from payment of Customs Duties on spectacles procured through the Optician, should apply for those in receipt of IRB or earning less than £7,000 per annum. This concession applies for orders placed during the 2013 visit of the Optician – who is currently on-Island and due to leave on 2 April.

44: St Helena: SOCIAL POLICY PLAN – PARTICIPATION EVENTS - St Helena (Business News) - 22.02.2013

Social Policy Planner, Paul McGinnety, will be hosting a series of public participation events around the Island, commencing in March.

45: St Helena DEVELOPMENT AID PLANNING MISSION - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

The Development Aid Planning Mission (DAPM) will run from 12 - 20 February 2013. The team, from the Department for International Development (DFID), comprises: Suzanne Adcock (St Helena Programme Manager), Mary Thompson (Social Development Adviser) and Doug Winslow (Economic Adviser).

46: St Helena ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN COMPETITION - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

An architectural competition is being launched by St Helena Government, to encourage architects and designers who have been in practice for no more than five years to develop concepts for a housing project for St Helena, with designs that are innovative and affordable to build.

47: ‘JAMESTOWN: A VISION FOR 2020’ - NOW ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

St Helena is at a pivotal point in her history with air access and the proposed shift of cargo and freight operations to Rupert’s Bay over the next four years.

48: COMMUNITY GRANT SCHEME DEADLINE NOW EXTENDED TO THURSDAY 28th FEBRUARY - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

The second round of grants have been awarded under the community grant scheme and nine organisations were successful. Community centres at Blue Hill and Harford, the Girl Guides, St Helena Cricket Association, SHNT, New Horizons, the Farmers Association, WISH and St Helena Community Development Organisation.

49: St Helena: BENEFIT SYSTEM STUDY - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

Roy Sainsbury and his colleague, Jonathan Bradshaw, from the University of York in the UK, have been reviewing the changes made to the St Helena benefit system in 2011, when the Island introduced its first ever retirement pension scheme

50: St Helena LAND DEVELOPMENT CONSULTATION – REMINDER - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

The 2008 Land Planning Development Control Ordinance has recently been thoroughly reviewed by officials, the Land Development Control Board, and the Natural Resources, Development and Environment Committee.

51: St HelenaNEW RADIO STATION LAUNCHED ON WORLD RADIO DAY - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

Today is United Nations World Radio Day (13 February 2013) and marks two significant developments in the new media organisation on St Helena – the full launch of the first of three new FM radio stations, and the renaming of St Helena Broadcasting (Guaranteed) Corporation Ltd to South Atlantic Media Services Ltd. (SAMS). SHG congratulates the staff and community-run Board of SAMS [formerly SHB(G)C] for this latest milestone in serving the community.

52: St Helena EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS ORDINANCE – REMINDER - St Helena (Business News) - 16.02.2013

St Helena’s Employment Rights Ordinance passed through Legislative Council in 2010. Parts of it (subsections 7-10) are already in force - allowing for the creation of an Employment Rights Committee and for work to be undertaken on a possible Minimum Wage.

53: Commonwealth Parliamentary Association 43rd British Islands and Mediterranean Region Annual Conference - Falklands (Business News) - 14.02.2013

The 43rd British Islands and Mediterranean Region Annual Conference is taking place at the Town Hall on Tuesday, 12 February 2013 and Wednesday, 13 February 2013. Boasting a conference theme of “Self-determination and its Role in Self Governance and Devolution,”

54: THE HUMAN ASPECT OF THE RIGHT TO SELF DETERMINATION -AND THE NEED FOR CONTINUED VIGILANCE - Falklands (Business News) - 13.02.2013

Let us start by identifying the most common manifestation of the right to self-determination It is often said in presentations to relevant international fora that colonial people enjoy the right to self-determination and that the right is an inalienable human right.

55: IT’S THE HIGHWAY FOR TIMERMAN AS HE REFUSES TO MEET FALKLANDS MLAs - Falklands (Business News) - 03.02.2013

The Argentine Foreign Minister, Hector Timerman, has refused to meet representatives of the Falkland Islands government, which Argentina does not recognise.

56: MANTIS GROUP IMPRESSED WITH ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 03.02.2013

A team of six from the Mantis Collection, a group of privately owned boutique hotels and eco-escapes across the globe, have been on St Helena for just under a week and are very impressed with the Island, which they have termed ‘Exceptional’.

57: REPORT OF SPECIAL EXCO MEETING 29 JANUARY 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 03.02.2013

A special meeting of EXCO was held today to discuss just one paper, introduced by the Chief Secretary, which invited Councillors to consider a document prepared by Enterprise St Helena, entitled, ‘Jamestown – a vision for 2020’; and to agree that the document should be presented to the public for consultation.

58: St Helena ROADS UPDATE - St Helena (Business News) - 03.02.2013

Since the beginning of the year the Roads Section has been busy progressing with the Roads Project. This project is temporarily boosting resources within the Roads Section to try and reduce the backlog of maintenance on St Helena’s road network.

59: PUBLIC TRANSPORT TRIAL RUN - St Helena (Business News) - 03.02.2013

One of the objectives in St Helena’s Sustainable Development plan is to facilitate private, public, tourist and business development across the Island through an improved public transport system.

60: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT: MONDAY, 21 JANUARY 2013 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.01.2013

A public meeting took place in the Parish hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 21 January 2013. Present were MLAs Short, Cheek, Edwards, Summers, Hansen (Chair), Halford and Sawle. Absent was Dr Barry Elsby.

61: PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS- CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM & UTILITIES DIVESTMENT - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2013

The public are reminded that Public Information Sessions on the proposed changes to the Constitution and the Divestment of Utilities (water and electricity) conclude this week. The information sessions are held in order to inform the public and discuss both issues, and members of the public are encouraged to attend.

62: UNIQUE HOTEL GROUP CONSIDERS ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2013

A team of six from the Mantis Collection, a collection of privately owned boutique hotels and eco-escapes across the globe, will undertake an exploratory eight day visit to St Helena from 23 January, to see if the Island has the right ingredients for its offering and philosophy.

63: HARBOUR VIEW EVACUATION GOES SMOOTHLY - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2013

SHG extends its thanks to the four residents, their relatives and to the Salvation Army, following the evacuation of Harbour View on Monday night of this week.

64: St Helena: RESTRUCTURING – HEALTH AND SOCIAL WELFARE - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2013

SHG is modernising and restructuring to strengthen lines of accountability within Government, and more clearly link policy with political oversight, decision making, programme delivery and value for money.

65: South Atlantic Peace and Cooperation Zone Supports Defence Pact - Falklands (Business News) - 19.01.2013

The 7th Ministerial Meeting of the South Atlantic Peace and Cooperation Zone agreed on Thursday to strengthen peaceful cooperation in the area of defense.

66: WORKS CONTINUE AT PLANTATION HOUSE - St Helena (Business News) - 19.01.2013

Plantation House, the Governor’s Residence, has been buzzing with activity over the last few months as refurbishment work continues.

67: St Helena Public Information Sessions - St Helena (Business News) - 19.01.2013

Councillors will hold an additional Public Information Session, regarding Constitutional reform, at Sandy Bay Community Centre at 7:30pm on Wednesday 23 January. This information session will also cover the Divestment of Utilities (water and electricity).

68: Falkland Islands Company Announces Share Incentive Plan for all Employees - Falklands (Business News) - 12.01.2013

Falkland Islands Holdings has announced that the Company has implemented an HMRC approved Share Incentive Plan

69: PRESENTATION MARKS CONCLUSION OF GOVERNOR’S CUP YACHT RACE - St Helena (Business News) - 12.01.2013

Silver Cloud, the last participant to conclude the Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, finished its race on Monday 7 January at approximately 11am.

70: WARM RECEPTION FOR GOVERNOR’S CUP YACHT RACE PARTICIPANTS - St Helena (Business News) - 12.01.2013

Participants in the biggest ever Governor’s Cup Yacht Race were met with a warm reception on St Helena when they arrived in the early days of January 2013.

71: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY GAVIN SHORT (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to make a few comments on the subject, too.

72: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY SHARON HALFORD (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the motion for Adjournment I would like to take this opportunity to thank various people from within the Civil Service for their hard work and dedication.

73: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY DICK SAWLE (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Colleagues, I would like to thank my Honourable colleague Sharon Halford for her lengthy and full detail in her Motion for Adjournment Speech.

74: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY JAN CHEEK (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I was delighted to hear late yesterday that the MOU on the Wind Farm had been agreed and look forward, as does the Honourable Gavin Short to see it advance from there.

75: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY IAN HANSEN (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would just like to briefly address an overseas trip as well; and that was the Cricket tour that was recently taken by the Cricket team and myself in the Caribbean.

76: LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY ROGER EDWARDS (20/12/2012) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Thank you Mr Speaker. In rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to start by saying why I asked those particular questions today.

77: Reaction to Open Letter from President Fernandez de Kirchner - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

It is disappointing that today the Government of Argentina is once again ignoring the rights and wishes of the Falkland Islands people.

78: St Helena BANJO CLAIMS BELLOWS LINE HONOURS - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2013

The Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, a downwind 1,750 nautical mile journey from Simon’s Town, South Africa to St Helena, has seen the catamaran yacht Banjo (SA) with its skipper and owner Kevin Webb and crew, Sarel Van der Merwe and Brad Stemmett, claim The Bellows Line Honours Tray by crossing the finishing line on 1 January 2013 at approximately 5:30pm.

79: NEW MEMBER OF MEDIA STANDARDS COMMISSION APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2013

With effect from 18 December 2012, Mr Lawson Henry has been appointed by His Excellency Governor Capes as a Member of the St Helena Media Standards Commission. This follows the resignation of Mr Stephen Biggs.

80: St Helena: PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS- - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Over the course of January, public information sessions will be held on both proposed Constitutional changes, and the Divestment of Utilities (water and electricity)

81: Motion for Adjournment Speech by Brigadier Bill Aldridge Commander British Forces South Atlantic Islands - Falklands (Business News) - 06.01.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, there is a possibility that this will be my last chance to attend the Legislative Assembly if I am to have the opportunity to visit what is a significant part of my patch, namely South Georgia.

82: Standard Chartered Reaches Final Settlement with U.S. Authorities - Falklands (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Standard Chartered PLC has announced thatbit has reached final settlements with the Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC"), the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the Department of Justice and the New York County District Attorney's Office regarding historical sanctions compliance and U.S. dollar payment practices primarily between 2001 and 2007.

83: PUBLIC MEEETING 18/12/12 REPORT - Falklands (Business News) - 22.12.2012

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 17 December 2012. Present were approximately 30 members of the public and MLAs Elsby, Hansen, Edwards, Sawle, Cheek and Halford. MLA Halford chaired the meeting.

84: Mare Harbour Wind Farm Agreement Signed - Falklands (Business News) - 22.12.2012

The Falkland Islands Government Chief Executive, Keith Padgett, Commander British Forces, Brigadier Bill Aldridge and Paul Wilson from the Defence Infrastructure Organisation have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) for the construction of a new wind farm at Mare Harbour.

85: PROJECT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER (CAPE TOWN) - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Enterprise St Helena is pleased to announce that John Scipio has been appointed Project Administration Manager in our newly established Cape Town office. John joined ESH with effect from 19thNovember 2012, and was involved in the recent publicity events with His Excellency the Governor, Mark Capes, and the Chief Executive for Economic Development, Julian Morris.

86: THE FUTURE OF HOUSING ON ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

The future of housing on St Helena is a sensitive issue and concerns include three points - how many homes will be built on the Island, who will build these homes and will Saints benefit?

87: ST HELENA CHILDREN’S CHAMPION - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Councillor Christine Scipio-O’Dean has been nominated by Legislative Council and has accepted the role of Children’s Champion for St Helena.

88: CLOSURE OF RADIO ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Radio St Helena will cease to transmit after 45 years of service, at midnight on Christmas Day. The station has provided the community with news, views and entertainment for the past four decades.

89: St Helena: NEW UTILITIES COMPANY - BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Connect Saint Helena Ltd. starts officially trading on 1 April 2013 and is now seeking two individuals to sit on the Board as Non-Executive Directors. It is anticipated that one will take the role of ‘Chair of the Board’.

90: St Helena: COMMUNITY GRANT SCHEME – FIRST ROUND OF GRANTS - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

The first round of Grants under the Community Grant Scheme has been awarded to The Disabled Persons Aid Society, Sandy Bay Community Centre and St Helena Golf Club.

91: St Helena: CHANGES TO THE IMMIGRATION ORDINANCE 2011 - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

The revised 2011 Immigration Ordinance has been in place for eleven months. This Ordinance updated the 2008 Immigration Control Ordinance with a series of changes which were designed to make the rules around immigration more transparent and development friendly but also simplify processes for both immigrants and returning residents.

92: UK Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Autumn Statement: What does this mean for St Helena? - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

Last week saw the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Autumn Statement. This is largely viewed as a ‘mini budget’ – a midyear stocktake of how the Government’s finances are progressing. The message seemed to be:

93: St Helena: EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS LAW SET FOR MARCH 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 22.12.2012

St Helena’s Employment Rights Ordinance passed through Legislative Council in 2010. Parts of it (subsections 7-10) are already in force

94: Falkland Islands Holdings Plc announces Results for the six months ended 30 September 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 09.12.2012

Falkland Islands Holdings Plc the AIM quoted international services group owning essential services businesses focused on transport and logistics, and that has a material shareholding in AIM quoted oil exploration company Falkland Oil and Gas Limited, is pleased to announce its unaudited results for the six months ended 30 September 2012

95: GENERAL MANAGER OF FIDC GIVES ACTIVITY REPORT TO BOARD MEETING - Falklands (Business News) - 09.12.2012

Marc Boucher, General Manager of FIDC has overviewed briefly certain corporate and GM activities that are underway and are either additional to the normal corporate and project activities or otherwise merit informing the Board. The report was made during the FIDB committee meeting held on Wednesday, 05 December 2012.

96: GOVERNOR ATTENDS JOINT MINISTERIAL COUNCIL IN LONDON - St Helena (Business News) - 09.12.2012

HE Governor Capes this week represents St Helena at the Foreign Office’s Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) at Lancaster House in London (4-5 December), where he is joined by Councillor Derek Thomas. Formerly the Overseas Territories Consultative Council, the JMC now forms the annual meeting between the UK and its Territories and reflects the aspiration expressed in this year’s White Paper of equal partners discussing matters of mutual interest, agreeing priorities and developing plans for implementation.

97: St Helena HELPING ROADS SECTION HELP YOU - St Helena (Business News) - 09.12.2012

The Roads Section’s core purpose is the provision and maintenance of the Island road network. This is a big task, with 45 miles of main roads and over 20 miles of other government roads -

98: FALKLANDS POLICE SEEK INFORMATION ABOUT JOHN STREET INCIDENT - Falklands (Business News) - 30.11.2012

Subsequent to an arrest the Royal Falkland Islands Police made outside Deano’s Pub on John Street at approximately 2245hrs on Saturday, 17 November 2012, an appeal has gone out for further information concerning the circumstances and events in relation to the incident.

99: Working Credits Scheme Introduced by FIG - Falklands (Business News) - 28.11.2012

Approval was given for the implementation of scheme of Working Credits (including Childcare Credits) effective 1st January 2013

100: Falklands: Executive Council Meeting 21st November 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 28.11.2012

Members in attendance were the Hon Jan Cheek, The Hon Roger Edwards and the Hon Dick Sawle. The Hon Sharon Halford stood in for the Hon Jan Cheek on one paper.

101: ROAD CONSTRUCTION AND SURFACING ON ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 28.11.2012

Road engineering is not a new practice - over history, many civilisations have developed road building methods.

102: Falkland Islands News Network back After SOE Conference - Falklands (Business News) - 22.11.2012

For the past two weeks there were no postings (save that of Sir Rex Hunt's sad loss) on the site.

103: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Dr Barry Elsby - Falklands (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion I will keep my comments brief.

104: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Dick Sawle: - Falklands (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, firstly I would like to join in welcoming Chief of Staff Captain Stephan Ward and I do hope you enjoy your tour here. You are most welcome.

105: St Helena CHIEF SECRETARY SWORN IN AS ACTING GOVERNOR - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Chief Secretary, Owen O’Sullivan, was today sworn in as Acting Governor of St Helena, while his Excellency Governor Capes is off-Island.

106: COUNCILLOR DEREK THOMAS DEPARTS FOR OVERSEAS COUNCIL - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Leaving the Island tomorrow, Thursday 22 November, is Councillor Derek Thomas - who will attend the Joint Ministerial Council 2012 in London from 4-5 December.

107: NEW MANAGER FOR ST HELENA PRISON - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

The St Helena Police Directorate is pleased to welcome Martin David as the new Prison Manager. Martin joins the service for two years, and is responsible for the overall management of the Prison and Offender Management Service (looking after offenders outside of custody).

108: St Helena - ROADS MAINTENANCE PROGRAMME - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 22.11.2012

As previously announced, the Roads Section has started its Summer Surfacing Programme. One of the most common questions asked is ‘How is it decided which roads to do?’

109: NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION AND GRANT SCHEME For St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

A new Community Development Organisation (CDO) has been created following recent agreement from Executive Council. The new body will provide support to Civil Society Organisations through training provision and small Grants.

110: SHG PUBLISHES FINANCIAL AND PERFORMANCE REPORT, 2011-12 - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

SHG’S Financial and Performance Report for the year ended 31 March 2012, is today available on the ‘Finance and Tax page’ of the SHG website

111: NEW DIRECTOR OF TOURISM APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Enterprise St Helena is happy to announce that Cathy Alberts has been appointed Director of Tourism. Cathy joins ESH from Cape Town Tourism in South Africa with effect from 1 November 2012.

112: St Helena PENSIONS REFORM - CONSULTATIONS BEGIN - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

In August this year, Executive Council gave a mandate for work to begin on implementing Phase 3 of the Pension Reform.

113: HOUSING PROFESSIONAL FOR ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2012

Arriving on 13 November 2012 will be Andy Crowe, the new Housing Executive for St Helena Government.

114: Port William Chosen for future Deep Water Facility - Falklands (Business News) - 27.10.2012

Falklands’ Executive Council has designated Port William (north of the Camber) as the location for a new deep-water port facility capable of meeting the demands of all incumbent industries by Executive Council (ExCo) at its meeting on 24th October 2012.

115: Stanley Services Limited Purchases Darwin Lodge - Falklands (Business News) - 27.10.2012

Stanley Services Limited has announced the acquisition of Darwin Lodge and approximately 50 acres of surrounding Land.

116: Falklands PUBLIC MEETING REPORT 12/10/22 - Falklands (Business News) - 27.10.2012

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber at 1700hrs on Monday, 22 October 2012. Present were the Hon Dr Barry Elsby, The Hon Mr Mike Summers, the Hon Mr Ian Hansen, the Hon Mr Dick Sawle, the Hon Mr Roger Edwards, the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford, the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek and the Hon Mr Gavin Short.

117: St helena PROGRESS ON ARCHIVES DIGITISATION - St Helena (Business News) - 27.10.2012

Dr Andy Pearson leaves the Island this week following six week’s work on the St Helena Archives Pilot Digitisation Project.

118: St Helena PUBLIC-PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERSHIPS IN AGRICULTURE - St Helena (Business News) - 27.10.2012

In last week’s ExCo report, Governor Capes announced the approval of a policy to deliver public-private sector partnerships in agriculture.

119: St Helena RPI INFLATION DROPS TO 3.9% IN QUARTER 3 - St Helena (Business News) - 27.10.2012

New data shows inflation for low expenditure households has been lower than the average Annual inflation on the retail price index fell from 6.1 per cent in Q2 2012 to 3.9 per cent in Q3 2012. This is the lowest rate of annual inflation for over 5 years.

120: CHRISTINE SCIPIO-O’DEAN SWORN IN AS COUNCILLOR FOR EAST CONSTITUENCY - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

Ms Christine Scipio-O’Dean this afternoon took the Oaths of Office for her new role as Councillor for the East Constituency. She is pictured here with Governor Capes.

121: NEW COUNCILLOR FOR EAST CONSTITUENCY - CHRISTINE SCIPIO-O’DEAN - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

Ms Christine Lillian Scipio-O’Dean has been elected to serve as a Member of the St Helena Legislative Council for the East Constituency.

122: GOVERNOR CAPES HELPS HEALTH AND SOCIAL WELFARE AND ST HELENA PRISON - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

His Excellency Governor Capes has supported improvements at the Challenging Behaviour Unit, Barnview House and at HM Prison by using his delegated funds from the FCO to purchase some much needed equipment.

123: COUNCILLOR GREEN AND DR ESSEX RETURN FROM OVERSEAS DISCUSSIONS - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

‘How cool is green?’ was the question of focus at the 11th Ministerial Conference and EU-OCT forum held in Greenland this year.

124: POWER INTERRUPTIONS 13 - 16 OCTOBER 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

The public will be aware of the Island-wide power outage that occurred on the evening of Saturday 13 October.

125: St Helena EXCO MEETING OF 16 OCTOBER 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

This morning I welcomed back to EXCO Councillor Tony Green, who had been away attending conferences in Sri Lanka and Greenland; and also our Chief Secretary,

126: St Helena INCREASE IN TRADEMARKS AND PATENTS FEES - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

An increase in Trade Marks and Patents fees was agreed by Executive Council during their meeting of 2 October 2012.

127: FCO DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF OVERSEAS TERRITORIES CONCLUDES ST HELENA VISIT - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

Dr Martin Longden, Deputy Director of the Overseas Territories Department at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, departed for Cape Town last Friday, 12 October, after an intensive programme which began a week earlier on Thursday 4 October.

128: St Helena SUCCESSFUL TRAINING FOR SOCIAL WORKS TEAM - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

During June to September of this year, the Social Works Team of the Health and Social Welfare Directorate underwent an intensive training programme with visiting Social Services Trainer, Vincent O’Rourke.

129: St Helena Postponement of DAPM until early 2013 - St Helena (Business News) - 20.10.2012

The next Development Aid Planning mission (DAPM) is being postponed until early 2013.

130: TEAM FROM NOBLE ENERGY AND FOGL VISITS THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 20.10.2012

A team of executives and managers from Noble Energy and Falkland Islands Oil and Gas have been visiting the Falklands on a familiarisation visit.

131: CABLE & WIRELESS RESPONDS TO PRESS SPECULATION - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.10.2012

Cable & Wireless Communications Plc has responded to press speculation by confirming that it is in discussions with CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited ("CITIC") regarding a potential sale of its 51% shareholding in Companhia de Telecomunicações de Macau S.A.R.L. ("CTM") in Macau. CITIC is a 20% shareholder in CTM.

132: STACY BRAGGER GOES ONE TO ONE WITH MIKE SUMMERS MLA - Falklands (Business News) - 14.10.2012

A Report for FIRS by Stacy Bragger: On today’s programme my guest will be MLA Mike Summers. MLA Summers has just returned from Africa where he attended the Annual General meeting of the Commonwealth Games federation in his role as Chairman of the Falkland Islands Overseas Games Association.

133: St Helena ROAD CLOSURE (10/10/12) - St Helena (Business News) - 14.10.2012

Weather permitting the Highway Authority has given approval for Ladder Hill Road to be closed on Sunday 14th October 2012 from 8 am to 4 pm.

134: St Helena Advice on GOVERNMENT NOTICE BOARDS - St Helena (Business News) - 14.10.2012

The public is advised that use of the Government Notice Boards situated around the Island will be discontinued with immediate effect.

135: St Helena: CHANGE OF PLANS FOR MINIMUM WAGE CONSULTATION - St Helena (Business News) - 06.10.2012

Due to the poor turnout at the sector based minimum wage consultation meetings held so far where the numbers were not sufficient enough for an effective consultation we would like to try a different approach.

136: St Helena: Recent News (121006) - St Helena (Business News) - 06.10.2012

Often we hear that the issues faced by St Helena are unique, or that other places don’t face challenges like we do. This got me thinking and I began researching other Islands.

137: INTRODUCING A MINIMUM WAGE: DATES AND TIMES FOR CONSULTATION MEETINGS WITH EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND CASUAL WORKERS - St Helena (Business News) - 06.10.2012

As part of the consultation for introducing an hourly minimum wage rate on St Helena a number of consultation meetings have been planned over the next two weeks. The meetings are being organized by Ann Muir and will take place in the small room at the Jamestown Community Centre.

138: St Helena: UPCOMING CONSTITUENCY MEETINGS - St Helena (Business News) - 06.10.2012

Elected Members are keen to listen to the concerns of their constituents, and over the coming weeks have planned a series of Constituency Meetings in districts around the Island.

139: NEW ADDITION TO THE ST HELENA PUBLIC SOLICITOR’S OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 06.10.2012

The Public Solicitor’s Office is pleased to announce the welcome addition of Helen Scott a qualified Solicitor.

140: Faster and cheaper broadband packages announced by Falklands’ Government - Falklands (Business News) - 30.09.2012

FIG have announced a new price control mechanism to regulate the prices of regulated retail services provided by Cable & Wireless South Atlantic under their exclusive licence to the general public and businesses in the Falklands.

141: St Helena SUCCESSFUL SAFETY TRAINING FOR CUSTOMS OFFICERS - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2012

Four Officers from HM Customs and Revenue were yesterday recognised for high attainment in their recent personal and safety training and were presented with their certificates by the Financial Secretary, Colin Owen.

142: St Helena TOURISM UPDATE - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2012

St Helena is exceptional amongst the UK Overseas Territories in that it is the only Governor’s Residence that is open to visitors, by arrangement with the Tourist Office. Businesses within the tourism sector have been advised that tours at Plantation House are to be restricted over the next few months.

143: St Helena Introduces Minimum Wage Consultation - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2012

As part of the consultation for introducing an hourly minimum wage rate on St Helena a number of consultation meetings have been planned over the next two weeks.

144: Agreement reached with Owners and Insurers of the MS Oliva - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2012

I am pleased to report that we have finally reached an agreement with the owners/insurers of the MS Oliva, the bulk carrier that ran aground at Nightingale Island on 16 March 2011.

145: ZIGGY JOSHUA – A MESSAGE OF THANKS FROM HE THE GOVERNOR MARK CAPES - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2012

On Friday 21 September at around 11am young Ziggy Joshua aged three years went missing from the Hutt’s Gate area. Ziggy had only been on Island since Wednesday of last week and therefore was unfamiliar with the local terrain.

146: Public Confidence high for Royal Falkland Islands Police - Falklands (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Results from the Royal Falkland Islands Police Public confidence Survey have been announced and are available to the public.

147: CABLE & WIRELESS IN TALKS WITH BATELCO GROUP OVER MONACO AND ISLANDS’ BUSINESS - Falklands (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Recent press speculation lead to Cable & Wireless Communications Plc ("CWC") confirming that it has received an approach from Batelco Group regarding a possible transaction involving its Monaco & Islands business unit. Cable & Wireless report that as yet, there can be no certainty that the discussions will lead to a transaction.

148: Public Consultation Results for Stanley Waterfront Master Plan Project Announced - Falklands (Business News) - 23.09.2012

FIDC have announced that the Stanley Waterfront Master Plan project entered a second phase of public consultation between the 23rd of July 2012 and the 19th August 2012

149: ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ADVISOR FOR SHG - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Arriving at the end of last month was Glen Westmore, Environmental Risk Advisor/Trainer for the Environmental Management Directorate (EMD).

150: WORK BEGINS TO INTRODUCE A MINIMUM WAGE - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Arriving on the RMS today is Ann Muir who has been contracted by SHG for a three month period. Ann is a familiar face to the Island having worked previously as the Social Policy Planner for SHG.

151: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 18 September 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Today I welcomed Councillor Stedson Francis who was elected to EXCO at the meeting of LEGCO last week. Councillor Francis replaces Tara Thomas on EXCO. I also welcomed Councillor Derek Thomas who had been way on a short break to Cape Town and acting Attorney General Frank Wastell who is standing in for Attorney General Ken Baddon who is away on a mix of business and leave until the end of October.

152: St Helena: ACTING ATTORNEY GENERAL APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Frank Wastell has been appointed by Governor Capes as Acting Attorney General while the current Attorney General, Ken Baddon is away from the Island on overseas business.

153: NEW STATISTICIAN TAKES THE OATH OF OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

Arriving on 12 September 2012 was Statistician, Dr. Paula McLeod who will be working within the St Helena Government Statistics Office on a two year contract.

154: EXTENDED WORKING HOURS FOR SHG EMPLOYEES - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2012

SHG is proposing to increase the normal working week from the current 35 hours to 37.5 hours with effect from January 2013.

155: Tristan: Agreement reached with Owners and Insurers of the MS Oliva - Tristan (Business News) - 23.09.2012

I am pleased to report that we have finally reached an agreement with the owners/insurers of the MS Oliva, the bulk carrier that ran aground at Nightingale Island on 16 March 2011.

156: EXCELLENT QUALITY AND QUANTITY AT THIS YEAR’S CRAFT FAIR - Falklands (Business News) - 15.09.2012

This year’s Craft Fair Entries were up by one hundred and forty this year, having declined in previous years. Nonetheless, a high standard was achieved at the show, which took place on Saturday, 08 and Sunday, 09 September 2012.

157: Headline results of 2012 Falkland Islands Census released - Falklands (Business News) - 15.09.2012

The Falkland Islands Government published the first results from the 2012 Census today, revealing the normal resident population of the Falkland Islands on census day (15 April 2012) was 2,841,

158: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA and the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek Attend 58the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Colombo - Falklands (Business News) - 15.09.2012

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK (CPA UK) has sent a delegation of UK MPs and peers will attend the 58th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC), which will be hosted by the Parliament of Sri Lanka i

159: FALKLANDS’ MLAs REPORT SUCCESSFUL LATIN AMERICAN TRIP - Falklands (Business News) - 15.09.2012

The Hon Dr Barry Elsby MLA has returned from his Latin American tour with a brief report about the meetings and conference he attended with the Hon Mr Dick Sawle MLA.

160: ATTORNEY GENERAL TO ATTEND OVERSEAS CONFERENCE - St Helena (Business News) - 15.09.2012

Leaving the Island on Friday 14 September will be the Attorney General Ken Baddon to attend the Annual Conference of the Attorneys General of the British Overseas Territories, arranged by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

161: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM: LEMON VALLEY ENHANCEMENTS START - St Helena (Business News) - 15.09.2012

The past few days have seen considerable activity at Lemon Valley as a gantry has been erected as the initial part of the next phase of enhancement works.

162: St Helena: FORMAL MEETING OF LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL - St Helena (Business News) - 15.09.2012

Legislative Council will meet formally on Thursday, 13 September 2012 at 10am in the Court House for an expected one day session. The meeting will be broadcast live via Radio St Helena.

163: SUCCESSFUL OPEN DAY FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT CONSULTATION - St Helena (Business News) - 15.09.2012

Around 60 members of the public attended an open door display at Essex House on Saturday 8 September, as part of the Solid Waste Management Strategy public consultation for St Helena. The fittingly entitled display

164: DR CORINDA ESSEX DEPARTS FOR EU-OCT FORUM - St Helena (Business News) - 15.09.2012

Departing the Island today, 14 September, is Dr Corinda Essex, Director of Corporate Procurement, to attend the European Union’s Overseas Countries and Territories Forum (EU-OCT) in Greenland from 24-28 September 2012.

165: NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN APPROVED - St Helena (Business News) - 09.09.2012

The Environmental Management Directorate is pleased to announce that St Helena’s National Environmental Management Plan (NEMP) was approved by Executive Council on 4 September 2012.

166: MoD ANNOUNCES NEW SOUTH ATLANTIC AIRBRIDGE CONTRACT - All (Business News) - 08.09.2012

The Ministry of Defence has announced that the South Atlantic Air-bridge contract preferred bidder has now been selected.

167: St Helena POWER OUTAGE - St Helena (Business News) - 08.09.2012

Further to the media release from earlier today, Basil Read Management would like to provide further details on the incident that occurred in the Deadwood area yesterday evening.

168: SECONDARY RAISING ATTAINMENT ADVISER ARRIVES NEXT WEEK - St Helena (Business News) - 08.09.2012

The Education and Employment Directorate is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Vanessa Tissington as the Raising Attainment Partner for Secondary Education.

169: SUCCESSFUL STAFF DEVELOPMENT MORNING - St Helena (Business News) - 08.09.2012

Yesterday over 130 staff attended a Staff Development morning held by the Education and Employment Directorate.

170: St Helena NEW FINANCIAL SECRETARY TAKES OATHS OF OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 08.09.2012

Mr Colin Owen yesterday took the Oaths of Office as the new Financial Secretary for St Helena in the Governor’s Office at the Castle in Jamestown.

171: St Helena: TEMPORARY MEMBERS OF EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 08.09.2012

Councillors Rodney Buckley and John Cranfield are to act as temporary members of Executive Council following the departure of Councillors Anthony Green and Derek Thomas today.

172: Public Meeting: 27 August 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 31.08.2012

A public meeting was held in the court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 27 August 2012. Present were the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek, the Hon Mr roger Edwards, the Hon Mr Mike Summers (Chair), the Hon Mr Ian Hansen and the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford.

173: St Helena NEW FINANCIAL SECRETARY TAKES OATHS OF OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

Mr Colin Owen yesterday took the Oaths of Office as the new Financial Secretary for St Helena in the Governor’s Office at the Castle in Jamestown. He is pictured here with Governor Capes.

174: St Helena TEMPORARY MEMBERS OF EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

Councillors Rodney Buckley and John Cranfield are to act as temporary members of Executive Council following the departure of Councillors Anthony Green and Derek Thomas today.

175: St Helena DEADLINE FOR ELECTIONS QUESTIONAIRES – FRIDAY 31 AUGUST 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

The public are reminded to please complete the short Elections questionnaire issued on 10 August 2012.

176: St Helena: NEW TOBACCO RULES - IN FORCE THIS SATURDAY – 1 SEPTEMBER 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

On Saturday 1 September, most of the new tobacco rules will come into force. In the lead up to Saturday SHG has issued material explaining the new Ordinance, informing the public of changes and encouraging people to stop smoking.

177: St Helena: DEADLINE TOMMORROW FOR ADDING YOU NAME TO THE REGISTER OF ELECTORS - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

The last date for submitting applications to have your name placed on the Register of Electors, and in time for the upcoming By-Election in the East Constituency is tomorrow, Friday 31 August 2012.

178: St Helena REVISED FUEL PRICES - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

Wholesale prices from the Bulk Fuel Installation (BFI) have been revised following the last tanker delivery on 15 August 2012. This is in accordance with the pricing policy approved by Executive Council in June 2010.

179: St helena RUPERTS OPEN FOR WEEKEND - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

Following completion of Basil Read cargo operations in Ruperts, the beach and Shears areas in lower Ruperts Valley will be open to the general public from 5pm today, Friday, 24 August, and throughout the holiday weekend.

180: St Helena NEXT DEVELOPMENT AID PLANNING MISSION (DAPM) - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2012

A team from the Department for International Development (DFID) will be on-Island from 13-21 November 2012, to carry out the next Development Aid Planning Mission (DAPM) for St Helena.

181: FALKLAND ISLANDS HOLDINGS: DAVID HUDD SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT - Falklands (Business News) - 25.08.2012

David Hudd, Chairman of Falkland Islands Holdings plc has outlined progress of the international services Group which owns essential services businesses focused on transport and logistics and which has a 4% shareholding in Falkland Oil and Gas Limited ("FOGL") at its Annual General Meeting ("AGM") at 11.00am today, 21 August 2012, at the offices of FTI Consulting, 26 Southampton Buildings, London WC2A 1PB.

182: St Helena: NEW FINANCIAL SECRETARY TO TAKE OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

Colin Owen, St Helena Government’s current Chief Auditor, will take up the role of Financial Secretary on Tuesday 28 August 2012, for a three year term, succeeding Paul Blessington and Acting Financial Secretary, Dax Richards.

183: St Helena: INSPECTION OF ROCKFALL PROTECTION INFRASTRUCTURE - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

The Car Park behind the Museum will be closed to pedestrians and vehicles tomorrow, Friday 24 August 201). This closure is necessary to allow a further inspection of the slope above it following the work done yesterday (Wednesday 22 August 2012).

184: St Helena: EXCO Meeting of 21 August 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

Today, 21 August, we had only one paper to consider and it was therefore a quite short meeting.

185: St Helena EXTENDED WORKING HOURS IN RUPERTS - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

The public may be aware that currently there is less than 500m of the 14.1km access track to be completed. However, Basil Read has encountered rocky outcrops in this last section in Upper Ruperts, which has slowed down progress.

186: St Helena BY ELECTION – EAST CONSTITUENCY - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

A By Election will shortly be held in the East Constituency to replace Councillor Tara Thomas whose resignation from the Legislative Council will take effect from 31 August 2012. Constituents in the Longwood, Levelwood, Alarm Forest and Jamestown electoral areas should therefore check to see if their names are on the Register of Electors that was published on 1 July 2012.

187: St Helena: CRUSHER PLANT TESTING IN RUPERTS - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

Following consultation with Ruperts Residents, permission has been granted for Basil Read to test their crusher plant in Ruperts. Tests will take place between 28 August and 7 September 2012, during the following hours:

188: St Helena: ARRIVAL OF NP GLORY 4 (VOYAGE 3) - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

The NP Glory 4 is expected to arrive in Ruperts Bay at 0600 on Thursday, 23 August. The vessel is carrying plant and materials for the Airport Project.

189: St Helena: SOLID WASTE PLAN LAUNCHED FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

On 15 August , the Natural Resources Development and Environment Committee (NRDEC) agreed that the draft solid waste management strategy should go out for public consultation for one month.

190: St Helena: IMPROVEMENT TO BUS ROUTE FROM SANDY BAY TO HALF TREE HOLLOW - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2012

In June this year, SHG introduced a new public transport service from Sandy Bay to Half Tree Hollow on Monday mornings.

191: Gentlemen’s’ Agreement Averts Standard Chartered Exit from New York - Falklands (Business News) - 18.08.2012

Standard Chartered Bank has agreed to pay $340 Million (£217 Million) to settle sanctions-busting allegations in the US.

192: ROADS AND THE REFERENDUM DISCUSSED AT GOOSE GREEN PUBLIC MEETING - Falklands (Business News) - 18.08.2012

A public meeting was held at Goose Green Social Club on Tuesday, 14 August 2012. Present were the Chief Executive Mr Keith Padgett, Mr John Ferguson of FIMCO, Head of Policy, Mr Jamie Fotheringham, Mr Simon Catten, Roads Engineer, the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA, the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek MLA, the Hon Mr Roger Edwards MLA, the Hon Dr Barry Elsby MLA, the Hon Mr Dick Sawle MLA, the Hon Mr Mike Summers MLA and the Hon Mr Ian Hansen MLA.

193: St Helena - INSPECTION OF ROCKFALL PROTECTION INFRASTRUCTURE - St Helena (Business News) - 18.08.2012

Commencing Monday 20 August 2012, the Rock Guards from Infrastructure & Utilities Directorate will be undertaking inspections of the Rockfall protection Infrastructure above Jamestown and Ruperts.

194: ASSANGE’S FALKLANDS CONNECTION - Falklands (Business News) - 16.08.2012

If anyone in the Falklands feels sorry for Julian Assange, then they had better feel again. It has emerged in the press from the UK and South America that the Ecuadorian effort to give Julian Assange asylum has a Falklands connection and could explain the vitriol Ecuador has shown to Falkland Islanders in that country and at the UN.

195: St Helena: ROAD CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT - St Helena (Business News) - 11.08.2012

The Highway Authority has given approval for the road from Gordon’s Post to the Dungeon to be closed for two weeks from Monday 13th August 2012 to Friday 24th August 2012.

196: St Helena: Executive Council 7th August 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 11.08.2012

We had quite a light agenda today. Our first item sought approval of the Wireless Telegraphy (Fees Amendment) Regulations, presented by the Attorney General.

197: ARCHITECTS ON ST HELENA ISLAND - St Helena (Business News) - 11.08.2012

Two teams of architects will be arriving on 23 August to help St Helena Government and Enterprise St Helena deliver a vision for some of the Island’s most important sites.

198: ALL SET FOR THE 2012 FALKLAND CRAFT FAIR - Falklands (Business News) - 04.08.2012

The Falkland Craft Fair will be held in the Falkland Islands Community School on Saturday, 08 and Sunday, 09 September 2012.

199: Buenos Aires province bans all British Ships - Falklands (Business News) - 04.08.2012

The Province of Buenos Aires has now passed legislation banning all British ships from its ports. This is in answer partly to the acceptance of vessels flying the Red Ensign in lieu of the Falklands’ flag in South American ports.

200: St Helena: UPDATE ON THE INFRASTRUCTURE, UTILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMME - St Helena (Business News) - 04.08.2012

This is a long term series of individual and collective projects making up a programme.

201: St Helena: Design for New St Helena Air Terminal Unveilled - St Helena (Business News) - 04.08.2012

At a special meeting of Executive Council today (31 July), held in Open Session, Councillors unanimously approved the revised design of the external finish to the Airport Terminal.

202: St Helena: ALLOCATION OF RADIO FREQUENCIES – INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS - St Helena (Business News) - 04.08.2012

Yesterday’s meeting of Executive Council agreed Interim arrangements for the allocation of radio broadcasting frequencies on St Helena, prior to the development of a final and transparent framework for the structured management of frequency allocations

203: FIG Proposes Action Plan for FIPASS - Falklands (Business News) - 04.08.2012

The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) has made public a paper which outlines an Action Plan for the Falklands Interim Port and Storage System (FIPASS).

204: Falklands: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT MONDAY, 23 JULY 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 28.07.2012

A public meeting on the budget took place in the town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 23 July 2012. Present were the Hon Dick Salle, MLA (Chairman), the Hon Mr Roger Edwards MLA, the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA, the Hon Mr Ian Hansen MLA, the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek MLA, the Hon Mr Gavin Short MLA and the Hon Dr Barry Elsby.

205: SHG AND CABLE & WIRELESS SOUTH ATLANTIC SIGN NEW DEAL - St Helena (Business News) - 28.07.2012

Broadband, TV, telephone and mobile services on St Helena took a crucial step forward today, as SHG and Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Ltd (C&WSA) signed a 10-year deal that will improve services and reduce costs for users, as we move towards air access in 2015. Detailed and tough negotiations produced an outcome which is good for the consumer, good for C&WSA, good for economic development and good for SHG.

206: St Helena SPECIAL MEETING OF EXCO, TUESDAY 31 July 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 28.07.2012

There will be a special meeting of Executive Council on Tuesday, 31st July at 9.30am in the Council Chamber.

207: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 24 July 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 28.07.2012

I began our meeting today by bringing Councillors up to date with news of our colleague Paul Blessington, Financial Secretary, who left for Cape Town onboard the Basil Read ship on 12 July to seek urgent medical attention. High seas had caused a prolonged and uncomfortable crossing to Walvis Bay.

208: St Helena: Closure of Prosperous Bay Plain - St Helena (Business News) - 28.07.2012

Members of the Public will be aware that the first call of the NP Glory 4 brought a great deal of plant and heavy machinery to the island. Basil Read is in the final stages of completing the access track for the haul road and the plant will then be taken through to the airport site at Prosperous Bay Plain.

209: Falklands Now Have GPRS EDGE Mobile Data Services - Falklands (Business News) - 28.07.2012

Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Limited have announced the launch of our GPRS EDGE mobile data services from 8am on Wednesday 1st August 2012.

210: Stanley Waterfront Master Plan Project out for Public Consultation - Falklands (Business News) - 21.07.2012

A second phase of public consultation for the Stanley Waterfront Master Plan project will begin on the 23rd of July 2012, which will end on the 19th August 2012.

211: St Helena's Further Success in the UK! - St Helena (Business News) - 21.07.2012

Trainee Medical Laboratory Scientist, Casey Gough (of Alarm Forest) has successfully graduated from Highbury College in Portsmouth with an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Biological & Bio-Medical Sciences.

212: St Helena - FIVE STUDENTS OFF TO UNIVERSITY SOON - St Helena (Business News) - 21.07.2012

Five former Prince Andrew School students are set to embark on an exciting chapter in their lives when they leave for the UK in August to begin their University/College studies.

213: Falklands EXCO TO CONSIDER NEW ROAD MAINTENANCE AND CAPPING PRIORITIES - Falklands (Business News) - 14.07.2012

At several public meetings and at Farmers’ Week the subject of roads took a large portion of MLAs’ time.

214: Clock Times: Falklands to Remain on Summer Time - Falklands (Business News) - 14.07.2012

Based on the results from the Falkland Islands Census 2012, MLAs have agreed that clock times will continue to remain on Summer Time all year round.

215: St Helena NEW HEADTEACHER FOR PRINCE ANDREW SCHOOL - St Helena (Business News) - 14.07.2012

Education and Employment Colin Moore has announced that Mr Paul Starkie has been appointed as the new Head teacher at Prince Andrew School succeeding Abraham Swart on the completion of his contract at the end of December this year.

216: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 10 July 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 14.07.2012

Our agenda today began with an update, a first quarter report, from the Director of Infrastructure and Utilities, David Thompson, on progress with the 2012 -15 Infrastructure programme.

217: St Helena: COUNCILLOR MERYON YON RETURNS FROM CONFERENCE IN SCOTLAND - Falklands (Business News) - 14.07.2012

‘Making Parliament Relevant...’ was the central theme at the 42nd British Island and Mediterranean Region (BIMR) Annual Conference, which Councillor Mervyn Yon recently attended on behalf of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.

218: SHG CONTRACTS REGISTER 2011/12 - St Helena (Business News) - 14.07.2012

In 2011, Executive Council formally agreed to the maintenance and publication of a list of contracts to provide greater transparency in SHG’s procurement activities and facilitate monitoring.

219: Falklands: HEALTH AND EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO SPLIT - Falklands (Business News) - 07.07.2012

A Report for FITV by Paula Fawmes: The Health and Education Department is to split into two separate Departments. Chief Executive, Keith Padgett (KP), spoke to FITV about this decision.

220: Health and Medical Services Committee:Director’s Update and Performance Report – July 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 07.07.2012

By Director Health & Education Falkland Islands Government: This report updates Committee Members on the work of the Health and Social Services Department and covers a range of issues and performance indicators.

221: FIH Announces £10 Million for Falklands’ Investment - Falklands (Business News) - 07.07.2012

Falkland Islands Holdings is to invest £10 Million raised from the sale of FOGL shares and other sources in infrastructure in the Falklands. Currently Mr John Foster, Falkland Islands Holdings’ Managing Director is visiting the Falklands to see where the money would best be spent.

222: Falklands: WELCOME FITV TUESDAY - Falklands (Business News) - 07.07.2012

FITV are now producing a twice-weekly news programme. Matthew Salt presented the first Tuesday programme aired over FITV on 03 July 2012.

223: St Helena DOUBLE SUCCESS IN UK! - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

GARETH DRABBLE AND KIMBERLEY YON-ROBERTS BOTH AWARDED 1ST CLASS HONOURS DEGREES

224: St Helena: NEW CHIEF MAGISTRATE TAKES OATHS OF OFFICE - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

Mr John MacRitchie, the new Chief Magistrate, has arrived on St Helena and yesterday took the Oaths of Office in the presence of Governor Capes at HE’s Office in the Castle, Jamestown

225: St Helena: HOWZAT! - GOVERNOR HONOURS ST HELENA CRICKET TEAM - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

Cricket fever continues on St Helena, as H.E. the Governor and Mrs Capes honoured the Island’s cricket squad and supporters with a reception at Plantation House last Thursday

226: St Helena: FORMAL LEGCO THIS FRIDAY - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

Legislative Council will meet this coming Friday, 6th July, at 10am in the Court House, Jamestown. The meeting is expected to be a one day session and will be broadcast live via Radio St Helena.

227: St Helena: Roads Section Install Pipes at Hunts Vale - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

On Tuesday 3rd July 2012, the Roads Section carried out work to install large pipes under the Road at Hunts Vale.

228: St Helena: PROGRESS ON BASIL READ AND SHG’S WATER DRILLING PROGRAMMES - St Helena (Business News) - 07.07.2012

Both Basil Read and SHG have been involved in water drilling programmes recently. The needs of each are very different, with Basil Read looking at relatively short term availability of water for airport construction purposes, while SHG is looking at the long term needs of the Island.

229: The UK and the Overseas Territories: a vision for security, success and sustainability - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.06.2012

The Overseas Territories and the UK share a unique bond, with shared historical links that go back more than four centuries. But 2012 is a particularly special year.

230: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT: Monday, 25 June 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2012

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 25 June 2012. Members of Legislative Assembly present were the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford, the Hon Mr Mike Summers, the Hon Dr Barry Elsby and the Hon Mr Ian Hansen.

231: Falkland Islands Government Happy for Direct Talks with Argentina on Flights and Fisheries - Falklands (Business News) - 28.06.2012

With the UK talks in mind, on 23rd April the Argentine Ambassador wrote to the FCO offering discussions on air-links to the Falklands and fisheries co-operation. It was decided by the relevant Foreign and Commonwealth Office department that given these issues are the responsibility of the Falkland Islands Government the advice of the Falkland Islands Assembly would be sought.

232: Argentina turns to Wales to help betray the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 24.06.2012

Argentine diplomats have held talks with a Welsh nationalist about trying to win support among British MPs for the country's bid to win sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.

233: GLOBAL FINANCIAL COOL-DOWN ALSO BENEFITS THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 24.06.2012

Both the Wall Street Journal and Reuters report today that prices of Light Sweet Crude and Brent Crude have headed south; and are now at approximately $77.81 for Light Sweet Crude and below $90.00 for Brent Crude.

234: Special Meeting of EXCO, 15 June 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 24.06.2012

At EXCO on Tuesday this week officials provided a comprehensive oral briefing on the SHELCO application.

235: BRITAIN COMES FULL CIRCLE WITH ARGENTINA OVER GOVERNMENT LETTERS - Falklands (Business News) - 19.06.2012

British Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Mr David Cameron MP has refused to accept a letter about the Falkland Islands from Argentina's President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner at the G20 summit in Mexico; and has come full circle from last week’s episode at the UN Committee of 24 on decolonisation in New York by Argentina’s president when she refused to accept a letter from the Falkland Islands Government.

236: EARL HENRY ELECTED COUNCILLOR FOR THE WEST CONSTITUENCY - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

Mr Earl Hilton Henry of Thompson’s Hill has been duly elected to serve as a Member of the St Helena Legislative Council for the West Constituency.

237: Report by Councillor Gunnell Published on SHG website - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

Councillor Cyril Gunnell’s report on the First International Parliamentary Conference on the Millennium Development Goals - hosted by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association and held in London from 28th November -2nd December 2011 is now available on the SHG website and can be found under the recent key documents section of the homepage.

238: An Open Letter from St Helena Police - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

I have received a report concerning the actions of the Sea Rescue Service on 31st May 2012 that I believe should be brought to the attention of the St Helena public The search and rescue operation involved crew and local volunteers and I would particularly like to make mention of the part played by Mr Trevor Thomas in using his local knowledge of the fishing waters to direct the sea rescue boat to assist another local boat in trouble.

239: St Helena: NEXT FINANCIAL SECRETARY APPOINTED - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

Colin Owen, St Helena Government’s Chief Auditor, has been selected as St Helena’s new Financial Secretary and will succeed Paul Blessington when he leaves the Island at the end of August. Colin Owen’s appointment, following shortlisting and interview, comes after a rigorous recruitment process and a high level of interest in the post.

240: ST Helena: NEW TOBACCO RULES TO BE IN FORCE 1 SEPTEMBER 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

Under the new Tobacco Control Ordinance which comes into force on 1 September 2012 all enclosed or substantially enclosed premises and vehicles used by the public shall be smoke free, and the age to purchase or smoke tobacco will increase from 16 to 18 years.

241: St Helena: STATEMENT FROM BASIL READ/SHG - St Helena (Business News) - 16.06.2012

It is not Basil Read policy to divulge details of the employee/employer relationship. However, recent reports in the media touch on this subject and are not entirely factual.

242: Statement by the Honourable Roger Edwards to the C-24 Committee - Falklands (Business News) - 15.06.2012

Mr Chairman, distinguished delegates, ladies and gentlemen, I am Roger Edwards, an elected Member of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly and I take great pleasure in making this statement to you all today on this our thirtieth Anniversary of Liberation from the illegal invasion and 74 day occupation by the armed forces of Argentina.

243: Statement by The Honourable Mike Summers OBE - Falklands (Business News) - 15.06.2012

Mr Chairman, Excellencies. I last addressed this Committee 8 years ago in 2004. I am now in my 14th year as an elected representative of the Falkland Islands Government, and am pleased to be able once again put the case for the Falkland Islands. But I am also disappointed that it should still be necessary to do so, when the people of the Falkland Islands are so clear about their wish to retain their current political arrangements.

244: Prime Minister’s Speech at Falkland Islands Government reception - Falklands (Business News) - 15.06.2012

The Prime Minister gave a speech at a Falkland Islands Government reception held in London. Prime Minister David Cameron said:

245: Falklands Have Their Say at Quito Seminar - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Chairman, distinguished delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen. I am Roger Edwards, an elected Member of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly. I stand before you today to demand that Falkland Islanders are accepted as a people with the very basic of human rights, the right to determine their own future, the right of self-determination.

246: FALKLANDS BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

1. £2.9M funding for economic development in tourism, rural development, oil and communication links

247: MLA Edwards Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I personally would like to thank the Staff of the Treasury for producing this year’s budget.

248: The Hon Mr Gavin Short MLA Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

I wish to second the Motion.

249: The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek MLA Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/12 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, as the Honourable Roger Edwards has pointed out, we did a lot of work on this.

250: The Hon Mr Mike Summers MLA Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it’s my 14th Annual Budget and none of them has ever been easy. This one perhaps was only slightly easier than some of those in the last six to eight years where we started off with potential deficits of three, four or five Million (Pounds) and had to work out how to cut expenditure because income was not rising.

251: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion I would like to say a few words. In many ways this budget is not dissimilar to numerous budgets we have passed before in that whatever the outcome it will not be welcomed by all in the community.

252: The Hon Dr Barry Elsby MLA Speaks to the Finance Bill 2012/13 - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, my comments are brief. This is my first budget and it has been an eye-opener into how difficult it is to balance wishes and expectations against the realities of the financial situation. I would to echo the Honourable Roger Edwards’ comments when he thanked everyone for all the work that’s gone on behind the scenes.

253: Falklands Delegation Attends C-24 Quito Meeting - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Two Young Falkland Islanders accompanied The Hon Mr Roger Edwards MLA to Quito, Ecuador to attend the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization — also known as the C-24. The Pacific Regional Seminar was held from 30 May to 1 June this year.

254: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MR IAN HANSEN - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, In rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I apologise for being repetitive I am sure for most of what I will comment on has already been commented on by Colleagues. However, these will be my opinions and views.

255: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MR GAVIN SHORT - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, honourable Members, In rising to speak to the Motion for Adjournment I would like to, as promised on Wednesday, address some of the items in the Governor’s State of the Nation speech and indeed others that flowed from the budget. I guess the budget would be a good place to start.

256: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON DR BARRY ELSBY - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion I would like to take the opportunity of making a few brief comments.

257: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MRS SHARON HALFORD - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I shall be brief.

258: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MR MIKE SUMMERS - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, just a few brief remarks. I would like to give my customary remarks to the Treasury Staff for the work they put into preparing the Budget. Just because the thanks is customary doesn’t mean it’s any less sincerely delivered.

259: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MR ROGER EDWARDS - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to start on the subject of legal highs and thank the Attorney General in this department for all the hard work they put in to bring this so swiftly forward.

260: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MRS JAN CHEEK - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, first I’d like to join those who have already formally welcomed Keith Padgett as our Chief Executive now that he is in the substantive role. I have worked with him on and off for a number of years now.

261: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE HON MR KEITH PADGETT - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

Mr Speaker, as a man of few words I will keep it short. I have been in this House many times over the last 11 years, as has been said this is my first time as substantive Chief Executive. I sat in two seats around this table – I sat in several seats the other side of that barrier and I listened to various speakers on various things.

262: Falklands: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH OF THE COMMANDER BRITISH FORCES SOUTH ATLANTIC ISLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 02.06.2012

I have said it before in this Assembly but may I take the opportunity to state again, what a privilege it is for those of us in the Forces to live and to work in this vibrant and open community.

263: SUCCESSFUL FALKLANDS VISIT TO SCOTLAND - Falklands (Business News) - 19.05.2012

The Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce undertook an extremely successful trade mission to Aberdeen and the Shetland Islands between 8th and 12th May.

264: FALKLANDS BUSINESS IN TRADE VISIT TO ABERDEEN AND SHETLAND - Falklands (Business News) - 19.05.2012

Several business members of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce are visiting Aberdeen in Scotland as well as the Shetland Islands to see how the oil business has developed in Scotland.

265: ST HELENA: REVISED FUEL PRICES - St Helena (Business News) - 19.05.2012

Wholesale prices from the Bulk Fuel Installation have been revised following the last tanker delivery on 8 May 2012.

266: C-24 MEETING IN ECUADOR AT END MAY-BEGINNING JUNE - All (Business News) - 13.05.2012

C24 - the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization —will hold its Pacific Regional Seminar inQuito, Ecuador from 30 May to 1 June 2012, to review progress in the United Nations decolonisation process.

267: St Helena EXCO meeting of 8 May 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 12.05.2012

EXCO sat on Monday morning to consider a relatively light agenda, but I should first report on the previous morning meeting of EXCO two weeks ago on 24 April.

268: St Helena: COUNCILLOR TARA THOMAS TO VISIT LONDON - St Helena (Business News) - 12.05.2012

Leaving on the RMS on Monday 14 May on overseas leave is Councillor Tara Thomas. Cllr Thomas will be overseas until 10 August. Although on private leave, Cllr Thomas will be attending the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on behalf of St Helena along with other Leaders of the UK OT’s.

269: MICROSOFT SHAREPOINT TO ENHANCE SHG COLLABORATION AND INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS - St Helena (Business News) - 12.05.2012

As part of the DfID-funded Public Sector Modernisation Programme, St Helena Government introduced a new records management system about a year ago, based on functionality provided by the Wide Area Network (WAN).

270: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON JOHN BARTON - Falklands (Business News) - 05.05.2012

This year marks the 25th year of the establishment of the Falkland Islands’ Fishery. The fishery has provided economic stability for the Falklands and on the programme Stacey Bragger spoke to John Barton (JB), Director of Natural Resources. He became Director of Fisheries in 1989 and Mr Bragger asked him about his thoughts about the fishery reaching the milestone of 25 years.

271: MLA Sawle attends Falklands Conference at University of Kent - Falklands (Business News) - 05.05.2012

Last week, Dick Sawle MLA attended a 3 day conference at the University of Kent entitled “The Falkland Conflict – 30 years on”. The Speakers list comprised of a number of people with key involvement in the Falklands at the time of the Conflict, ranging from the politicians and the reporters to the military commanders.

272: St Helena By-Election 2012 – West Electoral Area - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2012

Don’t forget the last day and time for submitting nominations is at noon on Wednesday, 16th May 2012. All nominations should be delivered within this time to the Returning Officer, Mrs Gillian Francis at the Castle, Jamestown.

273: St Helena Update on Jamestown’s Main Street - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2012

As part of the planning for Jamestown Main Street, St Helena Tourism has held positive talks with utility providers so that any underground works could be co-ordinated, with utility works carried out at the same time that pavement improvements were being made.

274: ST HELENA: CHIEF SECRETARY APPOINTED ACTING GOVERNOR - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2012

St Helena Government Chief Secretary, Owen O’Sullivan, is pictured taking the Governor’s prescribed Oaths of Office, in the presence of the Sheriff of St Helena, Harry Legg OBE JP, in the Governor’s Office at the Castle, on Saturday 28 April 2012 - on his appointment as Acting Governor of St Helena. The Swearing In as Acting Governor becomes immediately effective.

275: St Helena: SPECTACLES – CUSTOMS DUTIES - St Helena (Business News) - 05.05.2012

The Health and Social Welfare Directorate wishes to amend their previous announcement about customs duty on spectacles.

276: St Helena Land Development Control Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

The revised Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) was formally adopted from 2nd April 2012. The revised LDCP compared with the previous 2007 Plan, promotes appropriate development and creates an investor-friendly framework through:

277: SHG COMMENT ON RE-PUBLISHING OF ST HELENA INDEPENDENT - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

The St Helena Government notes the stated intention of the proprietor of Saint Helena Media Productions to re-publish

278: St Helena Governor and Chief Secretary View National Trust Work - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

On 17th April, Governor Capes and Chief Secretary, Owen O’Sullivan, were given a tour to see some of the work being carried out by the St. Helena National Trust.

279: St Helena RFA Darkdale Survey Team Arriving on Sunday - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

Following the identification of continuing oil seepage from the hull of the RFA Darkdale wreck last year, a team of nine will be arriving this Sunday to undertake a survey of the wreck.

280: St Helena By Election 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

The Writ of Election, for the June By-Election on St Helena, and the updated version of the Register of Electors for the East and West Constituencies, have now been published.

281: St Helena Airport Project Landscape & Ecology Mitigation Programme (LEMP) - St Helena (Business News) - 28.04.2012

Support is currently being sought to design and deliver a Landscape and Ecology Mitigation Programme (LEMP) related to the Airport Project. The LEMP will provide ways and means to reduce and offset the direct and indirect impacts on St Helena’s landscape resulting from the construction of the airport and associated infrastructure.

282: Falklands' Public Meeting Report - Falklands (Business News) - 22.04.2012

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 16 April 2012. Present were MLAs Sharon Halford (Chair), Dick Sawle, Mike Summers, Jan Cheek and Gavin Short.

283: St Helena GOVERNOR TO VISIT UK FOR LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE - St Helena (Business News) - 22.04.2012

His Excellency, Governor Capes will depart the Island on Tuesday 24th April to attend the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s annual Leadership Conference in London. This will also include a meeting of all Governors from the Overseas Territories.

284: FITV CELEBRATE FIRST ANNIVERSARY - Falklands (Business News) - 08.04.2012

Falkland Islands Television (FITV) has celebrated one year of operation at a reception held at the FI Chamber of Commerce Function Room at 1800hrs on Friday, 06 April 2012. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

285: St Helena: Increases in Basic Island Pension and Income Related Benefits - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

Recipients of Basic Island Pension (BIP) and Income Related Benefits (IRB) are to receive a 4.7% increase from 1st April. This increase affects the basic rates of BIP and IRB and was agreed by Executive Council on 21st February 2012 as a step forward to protect the more vulnerable members of the community.

286: South Atlantic Loses Independent Newspaper - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

CLOSURE OF THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER - THE FACTS

287: St Helena: Independent Owners Respond To Newspaper Closure - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

Here is the Truth and not parts of it

288: St Helena: Public Transport Review - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

SHG has begun a study to improve the Public Transport system on St Helena. A Team comprising, Robin Swaisland, Public Sector Modernisation Programme Leader, Nicky George, Senior Transport Manager, Owen James, Government Economist and Ian Jones, Chief Public Relations Officer are looking to consult bus users, service providers and residents to find out how the current public transport system can be improved.

289: St Helena: Water Tariffs - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

During last week’s Legislative Council debate on next year’s Budget; the Financial Secretary, Paul Blessington, made mention of proposed increases in utility tariffs that had been agreed earlier in March.

290: St Helena: TWO KEY POLICY DOCUMENTS PUBLISHED - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

Two key policy documents, the Sustainable Development Plan (SDP) and the Sustainable Economic Development Plan (SEDP) are now available on the SHG website.

291: St Helena: Electricity Tariffs - St Helena (Business News) - 07.04.2012

During last week’s Legislative Council debate on this year’s Budget; mention was made of proposed increases in utility Tariffs that had been agreed earlier in March. Reference was made to an overall increase of 10%. However, this discussion did not go into the detail of the different parts of the Tariff that make up the overall increase. The Tariff (in Electricity) is made up of a number of elements.

292: General Purposes Committee Report 27 March 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 31.03.2012

As usual the meeting started with confirmation of the minutes and matters arising from the previous meeting.

293: Stone Corral Returned to Falklands' Public after 30 Years - Falklands (Business News) - 31.03.2012

After a 30 year wait the Stone Corral is finally going to be released to the public for their enjoyment. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

294: St Helena Budget Speech for 2012/13 - St Helena (Business News) - 31.03.2012

I wish to introduce a Bill for an Ordinance to provide for the services of the financial year 1st April 2012 to 31st March 2013.

295: St Helena Green Light for Land Reforms - St Helena (Business News) - 31.03.2012

An important package of land reforms was approved by Executive Council on Tuesday, 20th March 2012 and will become official Saint Helena Government Policy from 1st of April.

296: ORDINANCE POINT A POPULAR CHOICE FOR THE NEW DEEP WATER PORT - Falklands (Business News) - 17.03.2012

Recordings of the Public Meeting held on Tuesday and the FIRS phone-in on Wednesday revealed a popular choice for the new deep water port. Though there were one or two objectors, the majority of those speaking and/or calling in mentioned that access to electricity, water roads, etc. were closer to Ordinance Point than it was to Navy Point.

297: CONTAMINATED WATER – ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 17.03.2012

SHG Environmental Health today confirmed that ‘the Boil-Only’/Sterilise instruction relating to domestic water consumption across St Helena REMAINS IN PLACE

298: St Helena Major Milestone Reached for Development of Statistics! - St Helena (Business News) - 17.03.2012

The National Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS) has been formally endorsed by the Economy and Finance Committee and will now be implemented. This Strategy provides a framework for enhancement of St Helena’s statistical systems

299: Motion for Adjournment Speech of The Hon Jan Cheek - Falklands (Business News) - 01.03.2012

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall at 0930hrs on Thursday, 23 February 2012. Present were the Speaker, the Hon Mr Keith Biles (KB). The Acting Chief Executive, Mr Keith Padgett (KP), the Clerk of Assembly, Ms Claudette Anderson-Prior (CAP), the Attorney General, Mr Mark Lewis (ML), Commander British Forces South Atlantic, Brigadier Bill Aldridge (BA), the Hon Congressman Mr Frank James Sensenbrenner (R - WIS) Members of Legislative Assembly Jan Cheek (JC), Roger Edwards (RE), Dr Barry Elsby (BE), Sharon Halford (SH), Ian Hansen (IH), Dick Sawle (DS), Gavin Short (GS) and Mike Summers (MS).

300: US CONGRESSMAN IN FALKLANDS FACT-FINDING VISIT - Falklands (Business News) - 23.02.2012

US Representative Frank James Sensenbrenner Jr., R - Wisconsin and his aide Mr Todd Washam are visiting the Falkland Islands this week to find out for themselves how the place operates and what the people think about their right to self-determination as enshrined in the UN Charter. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

301: FALKLANDS PORT OPTIONS PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS UNDERWAY - Falklands (Business News) - 19.02.2012

After the December 2011 Meeting of Executive Council (ExCo) received a detailed paper from the FIG Projects Director relating to further work on options for the proposed new port facility for the Falkland Islands a press release was issued to the general public as part of the consultation process.

302: St Helena NCAs – How will they impact the public? - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2012

National Conservation Areas (NCAs) is an ‘umbrella term’ adopted by St. Helena to describe a range of sites that represent the very best of St. Helena’s landscapes, plants, animals, landforms and heritage.

303: St Helena Councillor Gunnell back on Island - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2012

Councillor Cyril Gunnell has recently returned to the Island having represented St Helena in high level discussions at the first International Parliamentary Conference on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and TB-HIV AIDS Summit in London.

304: St Helena The Land Disposal Policy explained - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2012

The Land Disposal Policy (for Crown property) sits alongside the Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) together with the Housing Strategy, the infrastructure policies and the Tourism Development Plan. These form part of a wider strategy for the island – this being a wealthier and better place to live, work, invest and enjoy spare time.

305: St Helena Call for expressions of interest for Environmental (EOI) data mining. - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2012

The Environmental Management Directorate is seeking expressions of interest for a short environmental data mining contract.

306: St Helena - SDP and EDP- THE Next Steps - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2012

Consultation on the draft Sustainable Development Plan (SDP) and the draft Economic Development Plan (EDP) has now come to a close.

307: St Helena Strategic Policy and Planning Unit - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2012

National Conservation Areas (NCAs) is an ‘umbrella term’ adopted by St. Helena to describe a range of sites that represent the very best of St. Helena’s landscapes, plants, animals, landforms and heritage.

308: St Helena: DFID Team on Island - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2012

A team from the Department for International Development is on Island to discuss, with SHG, budgets and economic growth for St Helena.

309: St Helena - ‘In the Know with the MOU’ - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2012

This week is the final interview of a four part series ‘In the Know with the MOU’ which aims to inform our readers about the progress made on each of the ‘big’ reform areas under the MOU; Immigration, Land, Economic Development and Institutional Arrangements.

310: KIRCHNER ASKS CAMERON TO ‘GIVE PEACE A CHANCE’ - Falklands (Business News) - 08.02.2012

This is a report about what the Argentine President said. A short editorial piece will follow.

311: FERNANDEZ SPEECH – ONE PERSON’S VIEW - Falklands (Business News) - 08.02.2012

As for militarisation, the Falklands’ complement has been the same for the past 30 years. The only difference is that the equipment and hardware is more up to date as the original complement has become obsolete.

312: Joint Agency Disaster Management Live Exercise Jamestown - St Helena (Business News) - 06.02.2012

Police Directorate: including police, fire and sea rescue officers, joined together with staff from the Health and Social Welfare Directorate: including doctors, nurses, ambulance and other hospital workers, to take part in a Disaster Management Exercise.

313: The Land Development Control Plan explained - St Helena (Business News) - 06.02.2012

With the second round of consultation having already begun on the revised draft Land Development Control Plan (LDCP), it is vital for members of the Planning Team to receive as much feedback as possible from the public.

314: St Helena - “THE MOST SURPRISING PLACE WE’VE BEEN...” - St Helena (Business News) - 06.02.2012

This was just one of the comments made by visitors from the two cruise ships that visited last week. Visitors from the Seabourn Quest and Silver Whisper were most vocal in saying they enjoyed themselves during their stay, with many of the visitors from Silver Whisper stating they wished they had had a longer time ashore

315: TOURISM UPDATE – EXPLORE ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 06.02.2012

There are several local suppliers who are able to offer a range of tours exploring the island. These include visiting the main places of interest, or more specialised trips such as off-road or Wirebird watching. If you are interested in taking one of these, please contact the office and we will be pleased to make arrangements for you.

316: St Helena Economic Development - St Helena (Business News) - 06.02.2012

This week is the third interview of a four part series ‘In the Know with the MOU’ which aims to inform our readers about the progress made on each of the ‘big’ reform areas under the MOU; Immigration, Land, Economic Development and Institutional Arrangements.

317: GUARDIAN ARTICLE LONG ON RHETORIC BUT SHORT ON FALKLANDS’ FACTS - Falklands (Business News) - 06.02.2012

Over the weekend Mr Peter Preston of the Guardian wrote an article entitled “Falkland islanders will be sold out sooner or later,”

318: FALKLANDS' EXCO DECIDES ON PORT OPTIONS AND PROPOSED CONSULTATIVE PHASE - Falklands (Business News) - 31.01.2012

The December 2011 Meeting of Executive Council (ExCo) received a detailed paper from the FIG Projects Director relating to further work on options for the proposed new port facility for the Falkland Islands.

319: Falklands Interim Chief Executive Appointed - Falklands (Business News) - 29.01.2012

Keith Padgett, currently the Falkland Islands’ Government’s Financial Secretary has been appointed interim Chief Executive, Government House announced on Friday.

320: Falklands Department of Mineral Resources Report for November 2011 to January 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 29.01.2012

Following is a report on the wide range of activities at the Mineral Resources Department from November 2011 to January 2012. This report is by Stephen Luxton, the first in his new role as Director of Mineral Resources.

321: FALKLANDS ATTENDS OVERSEAS COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES – EU FORUM REPORT - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.01.2012

The 10th OCT-EU Forum was held in Brussels from 23rd-26th January. Some 100 delegates attended from 22 overseas countries and territories (OCTs). The Falkland Islands delegation comprised the Honourable Roger Edwards MLA, Honourable Sharon Halford MLA, Jamie Fotheringham (Head of Policy), and Sukey Cameron (UK Representative).

322: Falklands: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT: 23 JANUARY 2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 29.01.2012

A public meeting was held at the Chamber of Commerce Function Room at 1700hrs on Monday, 23 January 2012.

323: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 24 January 2012 - St Helena (Business News) - 29.01.2012

A fairly weighty agenda today kept us busy from 9.30am to about 1.20pm; the longest EXCO meeting I have chaired here since I arrived. I was pleased to welcome Councillor John Cranfield to EXCO, kindly standing in for Councillor Tony Green who is currently in Brussels representing St Helena at an EU meeting.

324: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM - St Helena (Business News) - 29.01.2012

Last weekend people enjoyed a very pleasant dolphin tour in the sunshine. There are still the following opportunities to see the island from the sea, and try out a new experience...

325: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM - St Helena (Business News) - 29.01.2012

Last weekend people enjoyed a very pleasant dolphin tour in the sunshine. There are still the following opportunities to see the island from the sea, and try out a new experience...

326: St Helena: ‘In the Know with the MOU’ - St Helena (Business News) - 29.01.2012

This week is the second interview of a four part series ‘In the Know with the MOU’ which aims to inform our readers about the progress made on each of the ‘big’ reform areas under the MOU; Immigration, Land, Economic Development and Institutional Arrangements.

327: St Helena: EMD Report - St Helena (Business News) - 29.01.2012

UK Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) – 2 important updates for Overseas Territories.

328: “The future of the Falkland Islands is a matter for the people themselves,” says Prime Minister - Falklands (Business News) - 20.01.2012

David Cameron has yet again come to the defence of the Falkland Islanders’ right to self-determination; this time during Prime Minister’s Question Time. On Wednesday, 18 January 2012 the session lasted for approximately 33 minutes. The question was posed by Mr Andrew Rosindell, Conservative MP for Romford.

329: “The days of Britain's retreat from Latin America are over - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.01.2012

“It is a great personal pleasure for me to be here in Brazil. I have wanted to make this visit for a long time, I attach great importance to it and I am pleased to say that it has gone extremely well.

330: St Helena Pensions Consultation - St Helena (Business News) - 20.01.2012

The St Helena Government is planning to change the pensions arrangements for staff who joined the service before 1 April 2010.

331: St Helena ‘In the Know with the MOU’ - St Helena (Business News) - 20.01.2012

This week begins a four part series ‘In the Know with the MOU’ which aims to inform our readers about the progress made on each of the ‘big’ reform areas under the MOU; Immigration, Land, Economic Development and Institutional Arrangements.

332: CHILEAN WINES WIN AT 2ND ANNUAL GOVERNMENT HOUSE WINE TASTING - Falklands (Business News) - 14.01.2012

A wine tasting with 40 guests took place at Government House on Tuesday, 10 January 2012

333: St Helena Where are we with the MOU? - St Helena (Business News) - 14.01.2012

Publicity on the MOU front has been quiet during the last few months of 2011 however this has not meant that work has stopped; on the contrary a lot of behind the scene activity in each of the MOU Reform areas has taken place and will continue to do so during Phase II and the year ahead.

334: St Helena - Public Access to Meetings of the Land Planning and Development Control Board - St Helena (Business News) - 14.01.2012

From January 2012 members of the public now have the opportunity to attend and speak at meetings of the Land Planning and Development Control Board when development applications are being considered. Below are some answers to questions you may have.

335: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON JAN CHEEK AND DICK SAWLE - Falklands (Business News) - 10.01.2012

Members of the Legislative Assembly, Jan Cheek and Dick Sawle, towards the end of last year attended the Overseas Territories Consultative Council forum in London and followed that by visiting Brussels for further discussions.

336: Foreign Secretary statement to the House of Commons on the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 10.01.2012

"I would like to update the House on the British Government’s response to statements made in South America regarding the Falkland Islands during the Christmas recess.

337: WELCOME BACK GLEN: BFBS INTERVIEW WITH CBFSAI - Falklands (Business News) - 10.01.2012

FINN welcomes back Glen Mansell (GM), who left the Falklands last year for medical reasons. In one of Glen’s first 2012 interviews during his popular morning show on BFBS Mr Mansell spoke with Commander British Forces South Atlantic Islands Bill Aldridge (BA) about his first six months in the Falklands and his look forward to a very event-filled year to come.

338: St Helena Message from Sir Alan Haselhurst - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2012

The following message was received from the Rt. Hon. Sir Alan Haselhurst MP, Chairperson of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association International Executive Committee on 23 December 2011:

339: St Helena New Environmental Management Directorate! - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2012

An Environmental Management Directorate (EMD) has been formed within the St Helena Government (SHG), to bring together and enhance all environmental functions.

340: St Helena Airbridge flights - St Helena (Business News) - 06.01.2012

The allocation of seats on the airbridge operated by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is kept under constant review. Regular discussions are held between the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the three Overseas Territories that use it – Ascension Island, St Helena and the Falkland Islands.

341: St Helena Speaker of the House to Attend Conference - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2011

The Speaker of the House, Cathy Hopkins MBE, will leave on the RMS St Helena to attend a conference in Trinadad and Tobago.

342: St Helena Councillor Buckley Returns from Overseas Visit - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2011

Councillor Rodney Buckley is back on the Island, having attended a range of meetings in the UK to discuss everything from Education to Climate Change.

343: St Helena Air Access Update - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2011

Momentum continues to build for the construction of the airport with the arrival of a second Basil Read team this weekend on the RMS.

344: FIG EXPRESSES REGRET OVER MERCOSUR SHIPPING BAN - Falklands (Business News) - 22.12.2011

In response to Argentine pressure MERCOSUR has announced the closure of ports in Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil to Falkland Islands flagged vessels.

345: New GM for Falklands' Development Corporation - Falklands (Business News) - 22.12.2011

The Secretariat announced on Tuesday that Marc Boucher has been appointed as the new General Manager of FIDC

346: Falklands: The Hon Mr Mike Summers' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, there is clearly no rush to go first today so I am happy to do so. I would like to first welcome our colleague Ian Hansen back to this House.

347: Falklands The Hon Mr Dick Sawle's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it seems like a very short time since we were last here together but the noticeable difference is that there are no longer six but there are now eight of us in due to last night’s results.

348: Falklands: The Hon Mr Roger Edwards' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

This leads me on to the second item of interest – Argentina. Two colleagues have mentioned this morning the on-going problems with Uruguay and Argentina’s myths, lies and their altered history is having an affect over a wider and wider area and across the world.

349: Falklands: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

I would first like to welcome the Honourable Ian Hansen to this Assembly and congratulate the Honourable Dr Barry Elsby on his election to the Assembly also and I will look forward to working with them both in the future.

350: Falklands: The Hon Mr Gavin Short's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion I would like to make a few brief observations.

351: Falklands: The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

It was very successful, however, while there we were watching the economic turmoil in Europe - something to which to some extent we are shielded from by distance and time.

352: Falklands: The Hon Mr Ian Hansen's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to begin by thanking Honourable Colleagues for their welcome to this Assembly and I’d like to add my congratulations to Dr Barry Elsby on his conclusive victory in the By-election.

353: Falklands: The Hon Dr Barry Elsby's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I think I would start by saying please forgive any procedural errors I have, not being familiar with the House here. But I would like to thank everyone for their warm welcome, even if the one from the Hon Sharon Halford was somewhat barbed.

354: Falklands: The Hon Dr Tim Thorogood's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

I wanted to thank Members for their remarks and thank you all for that and I really have enjoyed working and very much with each of you over the past two years and with past Members of the Assembly as well.

355: Falklands: Commander British Forces' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, on behalf of the British Forces here, I thank you for your various seasonal good wishes.

356: Falklands: The Speaker the Hon Mr Keith Biles' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 21.12.2011

Honourable members, if I can crave the indulgence of the House, may I, too, welcome Dr Barry Elsby and welcome back Ian Hansen.

357: FIRS GOES ONE TO ONE WITH ANDREW ROSINDLL MP - Falklands (Business News) - 16.12.2011

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB), Intro and Comments by J. Brock (FINN); A strong supporter of the South Atlantic Islands in Parliament, Mr Rosindell recently questioned the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. David Cameron MP about British Overseas Territories in the South Atlantic as well as criticising Argentina for intransigence towards the Falklands.

358: Falklands PUBLIC MEETING REPORT FOR MONDAY, 12 DECEMBER 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 16.12.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the town hall on Monday, 12 December 2011 at 1700hrs. Present were the Hon Mr Roger Edwards, the Hon Mr Mike Summers, the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek and the Hon Mr Gavin Short. Approximately 20 members of the public also attended.

359: Falklands Election Candidates' Public Meeting Report - Falklands (Business News) - 10.12.2011

A public meeting with candidates for the Stanley by-election was held at the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall on Monday, 05 December 2011.

360: DEMINING TEAM TO RETURN TO THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 10.12.2011

The most important difference about this second phase is that the project aim is to release land that is currently unavailable for social use but is considered to be safe.

361: St Helena ExCo Report- 6th December 2011 - St Helena (Business News) - 10.12.2011

EXCO met this morning to address several important items on the agenda. The first paper taken sought to address concerns raised by Councillors about the way some aspects of the Social Security regulations were applied and whether there might be a need for some fine tuning.

362: Falklands - ELECTION MANIFESTO SPEECH BY JOHN BIRMINGHAM - Falklands (Business News) - 06.12.2011

I like to be involved in local affairs and so I am standing in this by-election to the Assembly because I believe I have something to offer.

363: Falklands - ELECTION MANIFESTO SPEECH OF STEVE VINCENT - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 05.12.2011

Our economic situation seems to have improved from the dark and dismal picture painted during the last round of budget cuts and increased taxation.

364: Falklands - ELECTION MANIFESTO SPEECH OF NORMAN BESLEY-CLARK - Falklands (Business News) - 05.12.2011

We are now in mid-term in the life of this Council. The world’s economies are almost at a standstill; the Euro-zone is in turmoil and in my view almost likely unravelled further in the first half of next year.

365: Falklands - Chief Police Officer Appointed - Falklands (Business News) - 03.12.2011

Government House have announced the selection of Barry Marsden as the new Director of Emergency Services and Chief Police Officer. The selection process took place in the UK this month.

366: Falklands - Election Manifesto speech of Barry Elsby - Falklands (Business News) - 03.12.2011

Good evening. For those of you who do not know me, my family and I came to the Falklands on a two-year contract in 1990 and loved the Islands and the people so much that the Falklands are now our home.

367: UK GOVERNMENT IN DISCUSSIONS ABOUT NEW STRATEGY WITH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES - All (Business News) - 25.11.2011

The UK Government’s new strategy for its Overseas Territories was at the heart of discussions at the annual Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) on 23-24 November.

368: NEW ISP CONTRACTOR FOR INTERSERVE - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.11.2011

An MoD spokesman said: “In October 2010, the Ministry of Defence invited companies to tender for the Infrastructure Support Provider (ISP) contracts for Gibraltar, the Falkland Islands,

369: St Helena’s Councillor Buckley to Attend Key Meetings in UK - St Helena (Business News) - 10.11.2011

Councillor Rodney Buckley will be in the UK shortly to attend key meetings on behalf of St Helena. This will be his first overseas visit since the 2009 elections.

370: Governor Capes’ Address to the formal meeting of Legislative Council on 7th November 2011 - St Helena (Business News) - 09.11.2011

thank you for this early opportunity to address a sitting of LEGCO. Well, what a week that was! In the space of just a few days I was sworn in, chaired EXCO

371: Written Ministerial Statement for 3 November 2011 St Helena Airport - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 09.11.2011

the risk of cost and time overruns after the award of the contract is addressed; the airport design using Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS) is approved by Air Safety Support International: and

372: Report on 2011 Human Rights Awareness Training Programme in the Falkland Islands - S.Georgia (Business News) - 09.11.2011

second round of human rights awareness training took place in the Falkland Islands from 19th to 25th July 2011.

373: PHONE HACKING RAMIFICATIONS – A NAÏVE VIEW - Falklands (Business News) - 09.11.2011

But in the real world media scrutiny is out of focus; and the q-dos made when parliamentary expenses were exposed was wasted by traditional front page fodder - sex, celebrity, sport and scandal - and lost in the fog created by phone hacking and using detective agencies to spy on people.

374: NILE GARDNIER – HERE WE GO AGAIN! - Falklands (Business News) - 02.11.2011

Truth is; US President Obama didn’t betray the British over the Falklands the first time, let alone what will happen when he meets Mrs Kirchner in Cannes at the G-20 Summit on Thursday.

375: St Helena Celebrating 100 Years of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association - St Helena (Business News) - 29.10.2011

A historic occasion was celebrated on Monday with the birth of St Helena’s first ever Youth Parliament.

376: St Helena Formal Legislative Council Meeting to take place on 7 November 2011 - St Helena (Business News) - 29.10.2011

Councillors will discuss a range of issues at their next formal meeting. The first sitting of the 10th meeting of Legislative Council will take place on Monday 7th November at 10am in the Court House, Jamestown. The meeting is expected to last two days and will be broadcast live via Radio St Helena.

377: St Helena MOU Update – Land Development Control Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 29.10.2011

In this week’s update on the Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) we would like to focus on some of the Frequently Asked Questions coming out of the consultation so far.

378: Acting Governor hosts dinner for the St Helena League of Friends - St Helena (Business News) - 29.10.2011

In support of the St Helena League of Friends a formal dinner for 24 paying guests was held at Plantation House on Saturday 22nd October 2011.

379: St Helena’s New Governor arrives on Saturday - St Helena (Business News) - 29.10.2011

Mark Capes, the new Governor for St Helena will arrive on Saturday 29th October, accompanied by his wife Tamara.

380: FIRS GO ONE TO ONE WITH JUSTIN McPHEE (18/10/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.10.2011

Stacey Bragger spoke to Cable & Wireless’ South Atlantic Ltd Falklands CEO Mr Justin McPhee (JMP), who updated us on a number of projects the company are progressing including the free internet usage trial and upgrades to the mobile phone network.

381: FIRS GOES ONE TO THREE ABOUT CONFLICT RESOLUTION - Falklands (Business News) - 22.10.2011

A new scheme to resolve disputes is to be introduced in the Falkland Islands. A recent announcement stated that the alternative scheme is more effective than taking disputes to court.

382: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON JAMIE FOTHERINGHAM - Falklands (Business News) - 22.10.2011

Stacey Bragger interviews the new Head of Policy, Jamie Fotheringham (JF), has been in the Falklands for two weeks and already he has his sights set on seeing what the Falklands are like and taking in the scenery and wildlife.

383: JOINT PRESS RELEASE BETWEEN ST HELENA POLICE DEPARTMENT, BANK OF ST HELENA AND ST HELENA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY - St Helena (Business News) - 22.10.2011

If a stranger came up to you on the street and asked you to give them a large sum of money, would you? Probably not!

384: Stewardship of the Nation’s Heritage: considering National Protected Areas - St Helena (Business News) - 22.10.2011

This week’s article regarding the Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) considers the network of National Protected Areas.

385: Tristan - ExCo Report - 18th October 2011 - Tristan (Business News) - 22.10.2011

This is my third, and probably my final, ExCo report; and I am sorry for delivering it a day late. There was urgent work to be done which made it impossible for me to complete the report yesterday.

386: CHILEAN JOURNALISTS TO VISIT THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 15.10.2011

Rodrigo Cea, a Chilean Journalist from Santiago and representing Domingo en Viajes and Francisca Muñoz a journalist with an undergraduate degree in Social Communications (Universidad de Viña del Mar) and a Masters in Latin American Studies (Universidad de Chile) will be visiting the Falklands next week.

387: FALKLAND ISLANDS GOVERNMENT APPOINTS NEW HEAD OF POLICY - Falklands (Business News) - 15.10.2011

FIG announced on Thursday that James Fotheringham has been appointed Head of Policy.

388: FIG APPOINTS SIMON FLETCHER DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL SERVICES - Falklands (Business News) - 15.10.2011

Dr Tim Thorogood, FIG’s CEO, has announced the appointment of Mr Simon Fletcher to the role Director of Central Services. Mr Fletcher is the successor to Mr Andrew Lee, who previously held the position when it was titled, Director of Procurement and Efficiency.

389: SHG Consults with Staff on Pensions - St Helena (Business News) - 15.10.2011

The St Helena Government is consulting with its staff on pension reform. This will continue until the end of October and SHG will also be looking at getting comments on the proposed changes from members of the public.

390: What affects you and your family about how land is used on the Island? - St Helena (Business News) - 15.10.2011

The way land is used on St Helena affects everyone and with the draft Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) currently out for public consultation, it is important that as many views, from as many people as possible are voiced and heard.

391: St Helena Ex-Co Report - 11th October 11 - St Helena (Business News) - 15.10.2011

We had another a short but useful meeting, completing the business in a little under an hour and a half.

392: St Helena MOU Update – Land Development Control Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 15.10.2011

In this week’s update on the Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) we would like to focus on one of the frequently asked questions during the consultation. This relates to the boundaries of the three zones within the LDCP.

393: FAILING MARKS FOR EXPRESS ARTICLE ON FALKLANDS’ DEFENCE - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 09.10.2011

Marco Giannangeli’s article entitled, “BRITAIN will use bases in South Africa to regain the Falkland Islands if they are ever captured,” published in the Sunday Express on line, Saturday, 08 October 2011 is an un-researched and ridiculous attempt to stir the pot yet again in the South Atlantic.

394: Falklands PUBLIC MEETING 26 SEPTEMBER 2011 (Final Part) - Falklands (Business News) - 08.10.2011

After it was concluded that there was little difference between losing time at the beginning or at the end of the day by extending summertime, discussion changed to whether or not Falkland Islands TV could film Public meetings.

395: FALKLANDS’ CEO RESIGNS FOR PERSONAL REASONS - Falklands (Business News) - 08.10.2011

Government House has announced on Wednesday that FIG's Chief Executive has tendered his resignation to the Governor.

396: PUBLIC MEETING MONDAY, 26 SEPTEMBER 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.09.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 26 September 2011

397: LOTTERY MONEY FOR UK OVERSEAS TERRITORIES - All (Business News) - 30.09.2011

The Hon Mr Henry Bellingham MP, the UK’s Minister for Overseas Territories (OSTs) visited Bermuda on Wednesday and held a press conference in which he said that he is seeking to pass on some of the benefits of Britain’s National Lottery to the Overseas Territories. Some of this money could reach the Falklands.

398: UK Minister Announces Refreshed Relationship with Overseas Territories - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.09.2011

As I was flying in to Bermuda yesterday, I was reminded of a quote by Mark Twain, one of Bermuda's most famous visitors and one of the people credited with first bringing tourists to Bermuda. He said: "You can go to heaven. I'd rather stay in Bermuda."

399: St Helena: SALVAGED ITEMS FROM SUNKEN YACHT “QUEEQUEG” - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2011

Members of the public are reminded that persons who have removed and/or taken possession of any items that were recovered from the sunken yacht “QueeQueg

400: St Helena: MOU Update – Land Development Control Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2011

The draft revised Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) is now available for comment and public consultation. All areas of life on St Helena, from housing to heritage, will be influenced by land planning policies. This week we focus on INFRASTRUCTURE.

401: St Helena: MOU Assessment making progress - St Helena (Business News) - 23.09.2011

Currently on the Island are Tom Kelly, Head of the DFID Overseas Territories Department and Eric Arnold, a Private Sector Development Consultant. Eddie Palmer, DFID Representative on St. Helena, is supporting the DFID team.

402: FIDC CONSULTANT APPOINTED FOR THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 16.09.2011

FIDC have announced the appointment of a consultant who will undertake a master planning exercise for the Stanley waterfront area.

403: NEW WHITE PAPER FOR UK OVERSEAS TERRITORIES - All (Business News) - 16.09.2011

The UK Foreign Secretary the Hon Mr William Hague recently spoke about the 2012 White Paper about Britain’s relationship with its overseas territories. According to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’ website Overseas Territories are British for as long as they wish to remain British.

404: FINN TO HEAD NORTH IN NOVEMBER - Falklands (Business News) - 10.09.2011

In November FINN will head north to attend the Annual Society of Editors’ Conference in the UK.

405: FIRS Goes One to One With The Hon Sharon Halford MLA (09/02/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 09.09.2011

Members of the legislative Assembly met this week to discuss the road network and possible future improvements. A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger

406: £1.5 MILLION FOR FALKLANDS’ SHIPPING - Falklands (Business News) - 09.09.2011

On August 17th, 2011 FIG agreed a greater than one year deal with Consolidated Fisheries Ltd to the tune of £1.5Million to enable South American Atlantic Service Ltd (SAAS) to resume its international freight services in the near future.

407: St Helena: MOU Update - Land Development Control Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 09.09.2011

The draft revised Land Development Control Plan (LDCP) is now available for comment and public consultation. All areas of life on St Helena, from housing to heritage, will be influenced by land planning policies. This week we focus on AGRICULTURE & FORESTRY.

408: St Helena Development Project Facilitator achieves Accounting Level 3 Diploma - St Helena (Business News) - 09.09.2011

In January of this year, Mrs Zoe George started studying Accounting Level 3 via distance learning with Stonebridge College.

409: St Helena: Tree Work Scheduled for the Castle - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2011

Works are planned to trim back the bourgainvillea tree adjacent to the main entrance to the Castle.

410: St Helena PUBLIC SAFETY – NAVIGATIONAL LIGHTS - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2011

The Directorate of Access & Shipping would like to inform the public that the navigational light at Butter Milk Point

411: General Services Committee Meeting Report (26/08/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 29.08.2011

Members met on Wednesday 24th August for the usual General Purposes Committee meeting prior to Executive Council meeting the following day.

412: Presidents Address to the Chamber of Council Annual General Meeting 18th August 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2011

We thank Keith Biles for continuing as our Company Secretary and Pam Budd who due to work commitments has decided to stand down for her work as Treasurer, all the Chamber Council who give a lot of their time for meetings and our representatives who sit on Government committees. I would also thank Naomi Summers and her sister Sandra.

413: FIRS PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON ROGER SPINK (08/22/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2011

On today’s programme Stacey Bragger talked to Roger Spink (RS), who last week was re-elected President of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce.

414: FIRS GOES ONE TO ONE WITH THE HON MIKE SUMMERS MLA - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2011

At the end of June Mike Summers was elected on to the Legislative Assembly. Today Stacey Bragger spoke to the Hon Mr Summers (MS) about how he finds returning to Legislative Assembly and discussed the portfolio responsibilities he has taken on. Stacey Bragger first asked Mr Summers MLA how he would describe the last few weeks.

415: FITV INTERVIEW WITH THE HON MR DICK SAWLE, MLA (Part 1) - Falklands (Business News) - 19.08.2011

By Mark Spruce (FITV) first aired on Friday, 12 August 2011

416: FITV INTERVIEW WITH THE HON MR DICK SAWLE MLA (PART 2) - Falklands (Business News) - 19.08.2011

A Report for FITV by Mark Spruce as aired on Friday, 12 August 2011

417: FALKLAND ISLANDS ARE “GO” FOR CONTAINERISED SHIPPING - Falklands (Business News) - 19.08.2011

The Falkland Islands Government agreed on Wednesday with heads of Consolidated Fisheries Ltd to enable South American Atlantic Service Ltd (SAAS) to resume its international freight services in the near future.

418: FALKLAND ISLANDS QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR - Falklands (Business News) - 13.08.2011

The 2011 awards of the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour recipients have been named by His Excellency the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood, acting on the advice of Executive Council.

419: St Helena SITING OF CONTAINERS, SITING OF POLYTUNNELS AND THE COLOUR OF ROOFING MATERIALS - St Helena (Business News) - 13.08.2011

Following public consultation in May, the Land Planning and Development Control Board have now implemented the three new planning policies on:

420: FIRS Goes One to One With Justin McPhee (03/08/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 07.08.2011

On the programme today I will be speaking to Chief Executive Officer of Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Ltd., Justin McPhee (JMP).

421: Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 28 July 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 07.08.2011

MLAs in attendance at this meeting were the Hon Sharon Halford, the Hon Gavin Short and the Hon Roger Edwards who was standing in for the Hon Jan Cheek who is currently overseas.

422: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT TUESDAY, 26 JULY 2011 (Part 3: Shipping Links and Make-up of Executive Council) - Falklands (Business News) - 07.08.2011

Rob McGill (RMG): A question – the shipping link well, the situation rather than a link – what news? It is having a great effect on many things.

423: Question Number 02/2011 by the Honourable Roger Edwards - Falklands (Business News) - 07.08.2011

In view of a recent article in the Penguin News and increasing comment from members of the public, please could the Chief Executive give a complete and detailed breakdown of costs of the Container Park built recently close to FIPASS.

424: St Helena Police Officer Recruitment 2nd August 2011 - St Helena (Business News) - 07.08.2011

The Police Directorate were invited to the Public Accounts Committee last week to present our ideas on recruitment and retention in the police service and how that fits in with Saints or overseas officers in St Helena.

425: St Helena Financial Services Supervisor Appointed - St Helena (Business News) - 07.08.2011

Christopher Duncan is to be appointed as the new Financial Services Supervisor for St Helena with effect from 1st January 2012 when he will succeed Paddy Perry.

426: St Helena Where are we with Strategic Planning? - St Helena (Business News) - 07.08.2011

The St Helena Government is now into its third year of strategic planning, a process that replaces the previous exercise of completing departmental business plans.

427: St Helena: The Directors – Part X - Lilla Oliver - St Helena (Business News) - 07.08.2011

St Helena Government has introduced a new directorate structure which came into effect on 1st April. Because of this, instead of Departments SHG now has ten Directorates.

428: Public Meeting Report 26 July 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Business News) - 30.07.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chambers of the Town hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 26 July 2011. Present were Councillors Edwards (EE), E, Edwards, R (RE), Short, G (GS), Halford, S (SH) and Summers, M (MS). The Hon Mr Gavin Short Chaired the meeting.

429: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT TUESDAY, 26 JULY 2011 (Part 1-b) - Falklands (Business News) - 30.07.2011

I guess you people have given this quite a lot of thought because it affects you very directly. What other changes to the system had you thought about that might be possible that would assist?

430: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT TUESDAY, 26 JULY 2011 (Part 2) - Falklands (Business News) - 30.07.2011

I hear all sorts of comments that FIG corporate directors were ordered to attend sessions. Perhaps middle management were ordered to attend perhaps rather fearful of there not being sufficient numbers to carry any weight of the day

431: St Helena EXCO REPORT 76 – 26th July 2011 - Tristan (Business News) - 30.07.2011

After the long LEGCO session yesterday, the EXCO Councillors were back at work this morning and were confronted by yet another agenda with some solid substance.

432: St Helena Commissions Asphalt Mixing Plant - St Helena (Business News) - 30.07.2011

The Indian staff from the Pari-Max team have now left the island following their visit to commission the new asphalt mixing plant at Donkey Plain. Unfortunately they discovered that some vital parts have not been delivered, including a gear box, pump and some connecting pipework. This has been brought to the attention of the relevant companies and they are trying to get a full list of the missing parts.

433: ANNUAL MEETING FOR HOME AND INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE - St Helena (Business News) - 30.07.2011

The Home and International Committee is holding its annual meeting with Civil Society Organisations on Monday 15th August at 5pm in Jamestown Community Centre. Representatives from all civil society organisations are cordially invited to attend.

434: St Helena Financial Secretary Launches Budget for 2011-12 - St Helena (Business News) - 30.07.2011

The Budget Estimates for 2011-12 represent a significant breakthrough in modernising the public sector’s financial management processes. For the first time, the figures presented in this budget are based on the principles of accrual accounting, where operating expenditure and capital investment have been clearly separated.

435: 57th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference Report - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 23.07.2011

Close to 700 Commonwealth Parliamentarians and parliamentary officials will meet in London over the coming week to mark the Centennial of the founding of the Commonwealth’s oldest organization.

436: HMS EDINBURGH ARRIVES IN THE FALKLAND ISLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 23.07.2011

HMS Edinburgh arrived at East Cove Port on 12th July following a lengthy and at times decidedly challenging voyage from Portsmouth. The sailing was the culmination of a highly successful and comprehensive training package conducted by all crew members in the lead up to her deployment.

437: St Helena Plans to put Public Utilities under New Management Arrangement - St Helena (Business News) - 23.07.2011

The St Helena Government is looking to put public utilities under a new management arrangement.

438: St Helena The Directors – Part VIII Peter Coll, Director of Police - St Helena (Business News) - 23.07.2011

St Helena Government has introduced a new directorate structure which came into effect on 1st April.

439: Falklands General Purposes Committee 29 June Report - Falklands (Business News) - 10.07.2011

Only four members were available for this meeting, with the Honourable Dick Sawle and the Honourable Bill Luxton overseas, the Honourable Gavin Short at work and the new member not yet sworn in.

440: Future Media Services on St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 10.07.2011

SHG is planning to set up a new, community owned company, to provide improved media services on St Helena.

441: Did a Councillor Medal with St Helena Media? - St Helena (Business News) - 10.07.2011

Concerns have been expressed over recent reports that a Councillor interfered with the editorial policy of the broadcast media on St Helena.

442: Discussions on Future Priorities for St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2011

Councillors, officials and representatives from various non-government organisations assembled at the Jamestown Community Centre on Friday 17 June to discuss the future of St Helena.

443: St Helena The Directors – Part VII Tony Kilner, Director of Finance - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2011

The Finance Directorate raises Income Tax and Customs revenue, which help fund public services. It processes transactions for all the other directorates, invests government’s money, manages the budget and produces the information on costs and performance of different parts of government that is a key part of the way that government is accountable to Councillors.

444: St Helena Customer Service Centre running smoothly - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2011

The Customer Service Centre, located on the ground floor of the Post Office Building opened on 1st April this year with the aim of bringing various functions together to provide a better service to the public.

445: St Helena Economy & Finance Committee Considers Companies Law - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2011

At its meeting on 23 June, the Economy and Finance Committee received a report from the Attorney General that a first draft for a new Companies Ordinance should be ready for consideration by the Committee by early July.

446: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON TIM THOROGOOD AND DAVID WAUGH - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

A review of the Falkland Islands Development Corporation has been taking place in recent months. On today’s programme I will be talking about the review with FIG Chief Executive, Tim Thorogood (TT) and FIDC General Manager, David Waugh (DW). To begin with, on today’s programme, Tim Thorogood said his work on the review has taken some tome to complete.

447: PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE REPORT 16/06/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

A meeting of the Public Accounts Committee took place in the court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 0915hrs on Thursday, 16 June 2011.

448: FIRS GOES ONE TO ONE WITH DICK SAWLE 06/27/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

Councillor Dick Sawle (DS)was part of the Falklands delegation that attended and spoke at the C-24 Decolonisation Committee in New York and today I will be finding out how he thought it went. Councillor Sawle speaking to me on Friday felt that the Falklands delegation were able to put across their key message as well.

449: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON STUART WALLACE 06/29/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

Today I spoke to Stuart Wallace (SW) of Fortuna. We discussed the newly established Dutch Sales subsidiary of the Falklands’ fishing company. Fortuna Sea Foods (BV) made an impact at the European Seafood Exposition in Brussels this year. I started by asking Stuart about the 3-month prospecting trip across Eastern Europe that preceded the exposition.

450: FALKLANDS PUBLIC MEETING REPORT 28/06/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

A public meeting took place at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 28 June 2011 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

451: St Helena Announcement from the Customs Duty Working Group - St Helena (Business News) - 30.06.2011

Following the tax reform package implemented in April, a Customs Duty Working Group has been looking at how to reduce the costs of duty changes on essential items for low income households.

452: St Helena Students “go the distance” at Prince Andrew School - St Helena (Business News) - 30.06.2011

Over the last academic year, no less than 18 courses have been running through some form of distance learning and self study at Prince Andrew School. These have involved 11 students plus 3 teachers covering 18 different subjects ranging from AS and A Levels to Diplomas in career orientated subjects.

453: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 30 June 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2011

We started with a look at the task status report, which basically is a tracking mechanism for proposed legislation and also work that needs to be done or is in hand that will conclude with a report to Executive Council and possible legislation depending on their nature.

454: New Post for Cumbria Floods Hero - Falklands (Business News) - 22.06.2011

As a man who has served on multiple deployments in his 28 years in the British Army, Brigadier “Bill” Aldridge was very well prepared to take over as Commander British Forces South Atlantic Islands on 21st June 2011, shortly after the 29th Anniversary of their liberation.

455: ELECTION MANIFESTO OF STEVE VINCENT - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

First, a little background history for those of you who may not know me; I first visited the Islands in 1981 whilst working for BAS.

456: ELECTION MANIFESTO OF MIKE SUMMERS - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

The substance of my manifesto for this by-election does not differ substantially from those of the four previous elections I have contested.

457: ELECTION MANIFESTO OF IAN HANSEN - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

“I would like to offer myself as a candidate for this by-election. I deeply care about the Falklands and the future of its people. I was born here, educated here and have spent all of my life living and working in these Islands.

458: The Election Manifesto of Norman Beasley-Clark - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

“I would just like to mention at the beginning of my manifesto that the beliefs I shared with you at the last general election remain the same and I stand by them.

459: JOHN BIRMINGHAM’S MANIFESTO SPEECH - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

I am married to Louise; I have 2 children and one grandchild. I first came to the Falkland Islands in 1974 to work in the Camp but have lived in Stanley for the last 22 years.

460: US/Falklands Policy: Situation Normal - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2011

Judson Berger’s article for FOX News entitled “Obama Administration Backs Argentina over U.K. on Falkland Dispute,” published on 10 June 2011 didn’t move too many Falkland Islanders to anger when it was published.

461: The Hon Miss Emma Edwards’ Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

I was saddened when Glenn Ross found he was unable to continue his MLA role due to the problems currently being encountered at the Power Station.

462: The Hon Mr Bill Luxton’s Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, the budget process is now complete for another year and I hope that the general public don’t find it too onerous, considering what’s happening elsewhere in the world and the difficulties that other countries are having.

463: The Hon Mr Roger Edwards’ Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

Firstly, FIMCO; the abattoir required some not so considerable funding in order that it continued to comply with EU regulation, better animal welfare, better working conditions and a greater volume of freezer capacity.

464: The Hon Mr Gavin Short’s Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, Ladies and Gentlemen in rising to speak to the Motion for Adjournment I would like to mention a few items.

465: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford’s Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

The ever increasing fuel prices are pushing the costs of many things up, including travel, heating and electricity.

466: The Hon Mr Dick Sawle’s Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

In general I think it contains no great surprises but I have had a few comments made to me though, which I feel are appropriate to pass on as they are of value.

467: The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek’s Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Business News) - 08.06.2011

I would like to associate myself with the remarks by the Honourable Sharon Halford about the work of Roger Diggle over the years and join in her good wishes to them for the future.

468: ASSEMBLY MEMBERS ABROAD TO FIGHT FALKLANDS’ CAUSE - Falklands (Business News) - 03.06.2011

Falklands’ Members of Legislative Assembly are currently abroad to take the case for self-determination to the United Nations Committee of 24 in St Vincent and in New York.

469: Busy times for Visiting Optometrist! - St Helena (Business News) - 03.06.2011

A familiar face to the Island, Optometrist, Priscilla Brown has spent several months on the island and is due to return next year.

470: Tender Board to Publish Details on Successful Tenders - St Helena (Business News) - 01.06.2011

St Helena Government is committed to improving transparency across its operations. As a further step, the Economy and Finance Committee has agreed that contracts awarded by the Tender Board will be publicised on a quarterly basis.

471: St Helena Legislative Council St Helena Island, 27 May 2011 To the people of St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 27.05.2011

Following the public demonstration held on Saturday 16 April 2011, the Council met with the organisers of the demonstration at an Informal meeting of Legislative Council on Friday 6 May 2011.

472: Falklands Appropriation Proposals for 2011/2012 - Falklands (Business News) - 25.05.2011

The purpose of this bill is to authorise the appropriation of monies from the Consolidated Fund for the next financial year. Before I set out the details, I would like to say a few words about the background in which this budget was prepared.

473: MIKE SUMMERS TO STAND FOR LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY SEAT - Falklands (Business News) - 25.05.2011

Former Member of Legislative Assembly, Mr Mike Summers, has announced that he will be standing for the seat left vacant by Mr Glenn Ross.

474: PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE ENQUIRY ON THE STANLEY DAIRY - Falklands (Business News) - 20.05.2011

An enquiry into the Stanley Dairy Ltd was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall by the Public Accounts Committee at 1600Hrs on Thursday, 19 May 2011. Mr Stuart Wallace chaired the enquiry with The Hon Miss Emma Edwards, MLA, Mr Andy Brownlee and Mrs Claire Cockwell in attendance.

475: West Falkland Public Meeting Planned - Falklands (Business News) - 14.05.2011

Mr Roger Edwards, MLA and Mr Bill Luxton, MLA have announced an informal public meeting with West Falkland Residents.

476: DFID to Visit St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 14.05.2011

On Island discussions will shortly take place between the St Helena Government and the Department For International Development on future funding for the Island. Existing funding has been approved until the end of July,

477: The Directors – Part IV Darren Duncan, Director of Agriculture and Natural Resources - St Helena (Business News) - 14.05.2011

St Helena Government has introduced a new directorate structure which came into effect on 1st April.

478: Deputy Director of the Overseas Territories Directorate Visits Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 10.05.2011

With responsibilities for Overseas Territories in the Southern Hemisphere, Mr Longden paid a familiarisation visit to the Falklands, just six weeks after taking up his post.

479: PUBLIC MEETING TUESDAY, 26 APRIL 2011 Part 3 - Falklands (Business News) - 06.05.2011

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 26 April 2011. Present were Assembly Members Emma Edwards (Chair), Roger Edwards, Bill Luxton, Jan Cheek and Dick Sawle.

480: St Helenians asked to Register as an Elector and make your vote count! - St Helena (Business News) - 06.05.2011

The Provisional Registers of Electors for the East and West Constituencies will be published on Friday 6th May 2011.

481: St Helena The Directors – Part III Sharon Wainwright - St Helena (Business News) - 06.05.2011

St Helena Government has introduced a new directorate structure which came into effect on 1st April. Because of this, instead of Departments SHG now has ten Directorates. In a ten part series the Public Relations/Information Office will introduce each of the ten Directors their responsibilities and directorate plans for the next year.

482: St Helena DRAFT PLANNING POLICIES - St Helena (Business News) - 06.05.2011

The Board would like the views of the public on the draft policies before they are formally adopted. The purpose of the policies is to give clarity and consistency in planning decisions and to give guidance to anyone proposing development.

483: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT FOR TUESDAY, 26 APRIL 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Business News) - 26.04.2011

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 26 April 2011. Present were Assembly Members Emma Edwards (Chair), Roger Edwards, Bill Luxton, Jan Cheek and Dick Sawle.

484: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT FOR TUESDAY, 26 APRIL 2011 Part 2 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.04.2011

When the ‘super heads’ leave the islands before the completion of their contract what final payments do they receive? Do they get their full entitlement of end of contract bonus (if so why) or is worked out pro rata?

485: Audit Encourages Falklands' KEMH - Falklands (Business News) - 16.04.2011

Honourable Members have been informed of the recent external Healthcare audit which was undertaken within KEMH.

486: DFID Management Advisor Visits St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 16.04.2011

As part of the DfID funded Public Sector Modernisation Programme (PSMP) a Records Management Adviser was recently on Island to advise SHG how best to improve information sharing across Directorates.

487: Human Resources Support for St Helena Government - St Helena (Business News) - 16.04.2011

Currently on the Island is Jean Shaw, Human Resources Support Executive for the St Helena Government.

488: St Helena Announces New Development Application Fee Scales - St Helena (Business News) - 16.04.2011

A new scale of fees for development applications has been introduced and is now effective

489: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON JUSTIN McPHEE - Falklands (Business News) - 09.04.2011

Welcome to “Spotlight.” On today’s programme I will be speaking to Chief Executive of Cable & Wireless in the Falkland Islands, Justin McPhee (JMP). Justin has been in the role over a year now and on today’s programme I will be finding out how he has found it so far.

490: St Helena - SHG moves to Accrual Accounting - St Helena (Business News) - 04.04.2011

St Helena is about to take a major step forward to improve the management of public money. For the new financial year commencing on the 1st April 2011,

491: St Helena Government Introduces New Directorate Structure - St Helena (Business News) - 04.04.2011

On 1 April, the St Helena Government will introduce its new directorate structure.

492: HENRY BELLINGHAM MP WRITES ST HELENA LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL - St Helena (Business News) - 04.04.2011

It was good to meet your representative at the Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) in November 2010 and to talk through various issues with her.

493: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT FOR TUESDAY, 22 MARCH 2011 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.03.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday. 22 March 2011.

494: First Forum for South Atlantic Territories Cooperation - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 15.03.2011

At the Overseas Territories Consultative Council in November 2010, St Helena, Ascension Island, Tristan da Cunha and the Falklands agreed to establish a South Atlantic Territories Cooperation Forum.

495: FIG’s DIRECTOR OF EFFICIENCY AND PROCUREMENT RESIGNS - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2011

The Falkland Islands Government’s Director of Procurement and Efficiency has resigned. FIG Chief Executive, Tim Thorogood, has confirmed that Andrew Lee has resigned from his post with effect from the beginning of September 2011.

496: BRITISH INTERNATIONAL LOSES RIG CONTRACT - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2011

AGR Petroleum Services has decided not to renew its contract with British International Helicopters for the provision of flights for the Ocean Guardian oil rig.

497: St Helena Report Released on Remuneration, Allowances and Expenses - St Helena (Business News) - 10.03.2011

The St Helena Government has today, released the report of the Independent Commission for the Review of Remuneration, Allowances and Expenses for Councillors, the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker.

498: FALKLANDS PUBLIC MEETING REPORT 22/02/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 05.03.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 22 February 2011. Present were the Hon Dick Sawle, the Hon Bill Luxton (Chair), the Hon Glenn Ross, the Hon Jan Cheek, the Hon Sharon Halford and the Hon Gavin Short. Approximately 25 members of the public attended.

499: SHG and Divestment – A Larger Private Sector and a Smaller SHG - St Helena (Business News) - 01.03.2011

To help grow the private sector and make Government smaller, a new Divestment Strategy has been agreed for SHG. This follows on from previous outsourcing work that started in 2007 and takes account of lessons learnt from that exercise.

500: AIRPORT PROJECT UPDATE - St Helena (Business News) - 01.03.2011

Now that the pause status has been lifted for the airport project, and a new Invitation to Tender has been issued, we are once again able to go out to the market to seek to engage the services of a suitably qualified Project Management Unit (PMU).

501: St Helena Update on Economist - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2011

In early January 2011 St Helena Government appointed on a three month contract, Harry Shutt as an Economist.

502: St Helena Airport Project Update (18/02/11) - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2011

Now that the pause status has been lifted for the airport project, and a new Invitation to Tender has been issued, we are once again able to go out to the market to seek to engage the services of a suitably qualified Project Management Unit (PMU).

503: St Helena - Meet the VSOs – Curriculum and Trainer Developer - St Helena (Business News) - 19.02.2011

This is the third article in a three-part series that introduces the three volunteers who are currently on the Island. This week we meet Christine Bull who is working with SHAPE.

504: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON DICK SAWLE (09/02/11) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2011

A period of public consultation is underway for the draft telecommunications amendment bill. The bill will establish a new regime for satellite telecommunications services in the Islands. Today I will be speaking to Councillor Dick Sawle (DS) about the consultation document.

505: GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT 26/01/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2011

The General Purposes Committee met on Wednesday, 26 January 2011. On Monday, 31 January 2011 the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek briefed the press about what happened during this important committee meeting.

506: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT 25/01/11 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.01.2011

A public meeting took place in the Parish Hall at Christ Church Cathedral on Tuesday, 25 January 2011 at 1700hrs.

507: Cllr Tony Green Attends 5th International Parliamentary Governance Seminar - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.01.2011

I briefed councillors on Friday about my attendance at this seminar and so I'm now able to share this information. Having been nominated by my fellow councillors in August last year I duly attended this CPA Governance Seminar from 14 to 26 November 2010. The Seminar took place in London, Brussels and Cardiff.

508: SOUTH ATLANTIC ISLANDS’ CO-OPERATION BEGINS WITH MONEY - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.01.2011

The South Atlantic Territories Co-operative Forum will meet to discuss tourism and conservation but Elected Members and UK Representatives of St Helena, Ascension Island, the Falklands, and Tristan da Cunha also need to think of a fundamental yet frustrating issue – money.

509: “TORNADO F3 – 25 years of Air Defence” - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 23.01.2011

The RAF Leuchars Airshow in 1989 saw the arrival of the first Operational Tornado F3 ZE961 “GA” to be based in Scotland and served initially with 43(F) Squadron.

510: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report (06 Jan 11) - Falklands (Business News) - 16.01.2011

Two applications for planning permission in Dury Street and Pioneer Row were turned down by the Planning and Building Committee at last week’s meeting.

511: Economist for St Helena Government - St Helena (Business News) - 12.01.2011

Harry Shutt, an Economist for the St Helena Government arrived on 11 January.

512: South Atlantic Territories Co-operative Forum to Discuss Tourism and Conservation - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.01.2011

Elected Members and UK Representatives of St Helena, Ascension Island, the Falklands, and Tristan da Cunha have established the South Atlantic Territories Cooperation Forum.

513: SAAS Bows Out of the Shipping Business - Falklands (Business News) - 07.01.2011

As FINN reported on Friday, 31 December 2010, South American Atlantic Service Limited (SAAS) has announced that it will cease trading at the end of the current vessel charter in July.

514: Falklands: Summary of Executive Council 16 December 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.12.2010

The meeting was a relatively short one with only urgent items, nine papers in all.

515: Memorandum of Understanding Signed on St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 26.12.2010

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed today, 20 December 2010, as a formal agreement between the St Helena Government and the Department for International Development. The potentially historic signing took place in the Council Chamber at 1.00pm, in the presence of Legislative Council.

516: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT FOR 14 DECEMBER 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 19.12.2010

A public meeting took place at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 14 December 2010 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

517: St Helena Shipping Report - St Helena (Business News) - 19.12.2010

The St Helena Government has today published, on the SHG website, a report on the RMS St Helena and wider shipping options for the Island.

518: MEDIA TRAINING FOR ST HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 12.12.2010

Malcolm Russell, visiting media professional from Broadcast Development Group in South Africa is currently on Island filming the Governor’s Cup Yacht Race for Supersport. Malcolm has agreed to run two workshops for persons with an interest in media.

519: St Helena: New Chair of Audit Committee Appointed - St Helena (Business News) - 12.12.2010

The role of the Audit Committee is to assist the Governor in fulfilling his constitutional responsibilities for ensuring strength and best practice in three fundamental Government areas:

520: St Helena: Focusing on the future’ – 2 years on - St Helena (Business News) - 12.12.2010

In 2008, the Public Health and Social Services Department adopted a strategy called ‘Focusing on the Future’, for the development of health and social services in St Helena.

521: SHG Makes Progress with Strategic Planning - St Helena (Business News) - 03.12.2010

The St Helena Government is into its second year of a new strategic planning process, which has replaced the previous exercise of completing departmental business plans.

522: General Purposes Committee Report for 01 December 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 03.12.2010

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 November 2010. The Hon Mr Roger Edwards MLA briefed the media on what happened during this meeting. All Councillors were present for the meeting, which took place in Gilbert House.

523: SHG Makes Progress with Strategic Planning - St Helena (Business News) - 03.12.2010

The St Helena Government is into its second year of a new strategic planning process, which has replaced the previous exercise of completing departmental business plans.

524: January Date for New Standard Chartered Bank Manager - Falklands (Business News) - 03.12.2010

The newly appointed manager of the Stanley Branch of Standard Chartered Bank has been visiting the Islands this week.

525: OVERSEAS TERRITORIES CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNIQUE - St Helena (Business News) - 01.12.2010

At this year’s OTCC, the first under the Coalition Government, the agenda included a wide-ranging discussion on the UK/Overseas Territories relationship; as well as sessions on specific issues such as criminal justice; transport safety and security;

526: THE FALKLAND ISLANDS ARE NOT ‘GRANT IN AID’ - Falklands (Business News) - 15.11.2010

Personally I think Mr Preston, whose article in the Guardian entitled ‘Ditch the Falklands’ written on Remembrance Sunday is an affront not only to the 252 British Forces and 3 civilians who lost their lives during the 1982 Conflict with Argentina, but also the people who had to suffer under Argentine occupation during that time.

527: UK PRESS PLAY BAIT AND SWITCH WITH FALKLANDS SELF- DETERMINATION - Falklands (Business News) - 11.11.2010

Today's crop of threatening articles about a potential Falklands invasion by Argentina has no unusual reaction in the Islands and the people see it as yet another flap.

528: St Helena Draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - St Helena (Business News) - 03.11.2010

The second draft MOU was sent to DFID this afternoon. This puts the St Helena Government on target in terms of completing this stage of the MOU preparation.

529: St Helena News Media Services Update - St Helena (Business News) - 28.10.2010

The future of the St Helena News Media Services ie Radio St Helena and the Herald, has been under discussion for quite some with a view to phasing out the SHG annual operating subsidy over a reasonable period of time.

530: Minimum Wage Proposed for Falklands' Workers - Falklands (Business News) - 25.10.2010

Work has been on-going for several months now on the development of a minimum wage for the Falklands. I asked Councillor Short what stage the issue was at currently.

531: St Helena Questions and Answers on the MOU - St Helena (Business News) - 17.10.2010

On 22 July 2010, the Secretary of State for International Development, Andrew Mitchell, announced HMG’s intention to finance an airport on St Helena subject to a number of specific conditions.

532: Advisers’ Visits to St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 17.10.2010

In my last report, issued in early June, mention was made of the expected visit of Mr Keith Munns, the FCO Prison Adviser. Mr Munns was on Island from 14 to 22 July to review progress since his earlier visit in February 2009. The report on his latest visit has been received and is being considered by the relevant officials.

533: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report (08/10/10) - Falklands (Business News) - 17.10.2010

This month’s meeting of the Planning and Building Committee, chaired by Councillor Sharon Halford, assembled in the Liberation Room in the Secretariat to review ten applications seeking planning permission

534: 28th Annual 'Provocation' Begins with Argentine Protest - Falklands (Business News) - 12.10.2010

Indeed the Falklands and UK media have been invited in years past to observe and photograph missile firing at Port Herriot.

535: Formal Response Received on Draft Memorandum of Understanding - St Helena (Business News) - 08.10.2010

The St Helena Government has received a formal response from the Department for International Development (DFID) on the first draft of the Memorandum of Understanding which was sent to them on Friday 24 September.

536: St Helena ExCo Report 55 - St Helena (Business News) - 08.10.2010

As I anticipated in my ExCo broadcast on 14th September, we needed an additional meeting yesterday to maintain momentum with the many reform programmes now being taken forward by your elected Members.

537: St Helena Solving Electricity Problems - St Helena (Business News) - 08.10.2010

Following recent unplanned power outages during a period of strong winds, electricity was successfully restored at the beginning of last week and consumers have continued to receive an uninterrupted power supply.

538: St Helena's Governor Submits Second Report from the UK - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2010

Generally when visiting London, the Governor finds that he has a tight programme of meetings and that most of them have been scheduled efficiently by our London office. This trip has been no exception.

539: Andrew Gurr Submits Part 1 of a Report on Meetings in London - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2010

I have spent only one full day in London since the end of our holiday, but there are several matters that are worthy of report and so I am sending this. I hope to be able to produce more detail after a series of meetings ending on 29th September.

540: St Helena and DFID - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2010

On 10th August 2010, the Executive Council endorsed an outline of the objectives, principles and policy intentions to be included in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to be agreed between the St Helena Government (SHG) and HMG on how St Helena will implement reforms needed to open the Island’s economy to investment and tourism.

541: Chief Development Officer Gains Fellowship of the Chartered Management Institute - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2010

Chief Development Officer, Dr Corinda Essex, has become a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute.

542: FALKLANDS PUBLIC MEETING TUESDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.09.2010

A public meeting took place in the court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 14 September 2010. Present were the Hon Mr Gavin Short, the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek, the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford, the Hon Miss Emma Edwards and the Hon Mr Glenn Ross.

543: Progress on Immigration, Investment and Land Disposal Reviews - St Helena (Business News) - 16.09.2010

Discussions continue on Government policy about immigration, investment and land disposal and remain a priority in light of the recent announcement on air access.

544: CPA conference Nairobi Kenya 09 to 19th September - Falklands (Business News) - 16.09.2010

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association is “a voluntary association of 54 countries that support each other and work towards shared goals in democracy and development.

545: FI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ELECT OFFICERS - Falklands (Business News) - 16.09.2010

At an AGM of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce an election for officers took place.

546: Dick Sawle Speaks of the challenge of Sovereignty in Small States - Falklands (Business News) - 16.09.2010

The Hon Dick Sawle, MLA has spoken at the CPA conference in Kenya this week, in the small states conference – a conference which lasted for two days and included around 30 to 40 small state members of the CPA. Around 50 delegates and observers attended.

547: All Set for Falklands' Television - Falklands (Business News) - 10.09.2010

A joint press release from KTV Limited and Stanley Services Limited has announced the creation of a new Company called Falkland Islands Television Limited (FITV) which will broadcast locally produced news programs.

548: Falklands - PUBLIC MEETING TUESDAY, 17 AUGUST 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.08.2010

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall on Tuesday, 17 August 2010 at 1700hrs.

549: Falklands Public Meeting on the Economic Development Strategy (17/08/10) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.08.2010

A public meeting was held at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 10 August 2010 in the Court and assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

550: FIG Awards Public Relations Contract - Falklands (Business News) - 22.08.2010

The Falkland Islands Government has appointed Edelman to provide public relations support for the next three years.

551: St Helena - Revised Policy Framework and Priorities - St Helena (Business News) - 21.08.2010

This month sees SHG departments preparing their Strategic Plans for the next 3 year period 2011/12 – 2013/14.

552: St Helena Government “Freezes” External Recruitment - St Helena (Business News) - 21.08.2010

In response to its commitment to reduce the footprint of the public sector, SHG has, with some exceptions, placed a moratorium on external recruitment.

553: St Helena Procedures for Businesses to be included on Select Lists of Tenderers - St Helena (Business News) - 21.08.2010

At the Legislative Council meeting on 2nd August 2010, the Financial Secretary gave an undertaking to publicise the procedures for businesses to be included on select lists of tenderers.

554: St Helena Air Access - St Helena (Business News) - 13.08.2010

Following the recent air access announcement, work has commenced to ensure that SHG is able to meet the condition laid down by the Secretary of State for International Development which states that “the St Helena Government undertakes to implement the reforms needed to open the island’s economy to inward investment and tourism”.

555: Procedures for Businesses to be included on Select Lists of Tenderers - St Helena (Business News) - 13.08.2010

At the Legislative Council meeting on 2nd August 2010, the Financial Secretary gave an undertaking to publicise the procedures for businesses to be included on select lists of tenderers.

556: BFBS TV Service Answers Customer Questions in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 13.08.2010

Digital TV and Radio - Fact file @ August 2010

557: Standard Chartered Bank Falkland Islands announces CEO changes - Falklands (Business News) - 13.08.2010

Rino Donosepoetro, better known as Donny, Standard Chartered Falklands Chief Executive Officer, will be leaving his current post on 14 August.

558: Stanley Dairy Inquiry a daunting task for the Public Accounts Committee - Falklands (Business News) - 13.08.2010

The Public Accounts Committee is inviting tenders for the preparation of an initial report on the Stanley Dairy Inquiry for the Committee’s consideration.

559: “Partnership for Progress and Prosperity” Britain and Ascension Island - Cyril Leo - Ascension (Business News) - 12.08.2010

Ascension, on the whole, has been good for both my family and me, and therefore being a member of the Administrator’s Forum and later the Island Council was primarily my way of putting something back into the island.

560: Falklands Public Meeting Report for Tuesday, 27 July 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.07.2010

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chambers of the Town Hall on Tuesday, 27 July 2010. Members attending were Gavin Short (Chair), Jan Cheek, Roger Edwards, Sharon Halford, Emma Edwards and Glenn Ross.

561: FIRS Goes One to One with Glenn Ross MLA - Falklands (Business News) - 25.07.2010

LC: on today’s programme I visited the wind turbines with power station manager, Glenn Ross. We began in the control room at the power station where Glenn explained the different phases of the wind turbines.

562: Stanley Retail Price Index Review - Falklands (Business News) - 25.07.2010

The policy Unity of the Falkland Islands Government has launched a review of the Stanley Retail Price Index is planned to begin on 1 September 2010 and run until the end of August 2011.

563: WORLD ECONOMIES REPORT GAINS REGARDLESS OF HIGHER CRUDE PRICES - Falklands (Business News) - 25.07.2010

Thankfully, in the Falklands we are putting our wind farm to good use but we weathered the financial crunch fairly well.

564: Keene PR Representative to make Familiarisation Visit - St Helena (Business News) - 25.07.2010

Arriving at St Helena on a familiarisation visit from 3 – 11 August 2010 will be Suzanne Holiday. Suzanne is a representative from Keene PR, the current public relations agent for the RMS St Helena and St Helena Island.

565: A New Airport Brings Bright Prospects to St Helena's Future - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 22.07.2010

The long and agonising wait for the airport project to begin is now over for the people of St Helena.

566: F I Chamber of Commerce Reacts to Argentine Ban of Chilean Products to the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 20.07.2010

The Board Members of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce are in sympathy with merchantserchants of Punta Arenas, Chile who have lost millions due to the Argentine ban on international trade through the Straits of Magellan headed towards the Falklands.

567: St Helena Government Plans Ahead - St Helena (Business News) - 19.07.2010

On Friday, the 25th June, His Excellency the Governor, the Speaker of the House, Elected Members, Heads of Department, the Managing Director of SHDA and other senior government officials, attended an Away Day at the Jamestown Community Centre. The purpose of the day was to review key areas of the St Helena Government’s Policy Framework in order to determine the top priorities for allocation of resources within the next planning and budgeting session for 2011- 2014. The programme for the day was organised by the Strategic Planning Coordinator Mrs Susan O’Bey and her team from the Strategic Planning and Policy Unit.

568: St Helena Uupdate from the Access & Infrastructure Office - St Helena (Business News) - 19.07.2010

During the next few weeks, the Access & Infrastructure Office intends to bring you up to date with the various projects being undertaken as part of the island's Infrastructure Plan. The main purpose of this is to a) ensure that there is an island wide understanding of the main aims of each of the projects and b) make everyone aware of the progress that has been made to date.

569: Appointment of Acting Administrator, Ascension Island - St Helena (Business News) - 19.07.2010

Further to the press release dated 6 July 2010, Mr Miles Miller has been appointed Acting Administrator for the period 2 July – 22 July 2010,

570: Jamestown Wharf Improvement Programme Starts Soon - St Helena (Business News) - 19.07.2010

After a great deal of preparation and planning, construction work is about to start on site for the much anticipated and necessary wharf improvements at the South and North ends of Jamestown Wharf.

571: St HelenaStrategic Policy and Planning Unit - St Helena (Business News) - 19.07.2010

One of the components of the Public Sector Modernisation Programme (PSMP) was to provide support in strengthening Governance and Institutional Arrangements for Public Sector Management.

572: Farmers' Week Begins with Rural Expo - Falklands (Business News) - 10.07.2010

Farmers’ week began on Monday with an exposition of farming related businesses and breakfast in the Town Hall. The venue was organised by the Rural Business Association and featured a variety of business from Communications to Philately.

573: St Helena's Government Plans Ahead - St Helena (Business News) - 10.07.2010

On Friday, the 25th June, His Excellency the Governor, the Speaker of the House, Elected Members, Heads of Department, the Managing Director of SHDA and other senior government officials, attended an Away Day at the Jamestown Community Centre.

574: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Meeting Report (02.07.10) - Falklands (Business News) - 02.07.2010

Graham France tells us what happened during this important committee meeting.

575: FIRS INTERVIEWS THE HON MR GAVIN SHORT, MLA - Falklands (Business News) - 27.06.2010

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB) 21.06.10

576: Falklands' Public Meeting Report 06.22.10 - Falklands (Business News) - 27.06.2010

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 22 June 2010.

577: FIRS Goes One to One with Michael Poole - Falklands (Business News) - 17.06.2010

The Policy Department for the Falkland Islands Government has been asked by Honourable members to review the existing employment laws in the Falklands and are making recommendations on any element that should be updated or altered in the future

578: St Helena ExCo report 49 – 1st June 2010 - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

This was the third ExCo meeting in less than one month, and the last which I will have the honour of convening during my current appointment as Acting Governor, as H.E. Governor Gurr will return to Island on Friday. I thanked Members for their hard work and courteous support over the past several weeks.

579: St Helena Change in Fuel Pricing - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

Exco has approved a new, more transparent methodology for setting the wholesale price of fuel.

580: St Helena Increase in Inspection Fees for Motor Vehicles and Cranes - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

Executive Council has agreed to increase vehicle inspection fees by £3.00 following consultation between the relevant Committees and stakeholders.

581: St Helena WHARF MARINE WORKS - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

Arriving on the RMS on the 24th June will be two CAN France personnel ie the Contract Manager and the Civil Engineer, who will be on island for approximately 9 months undertaking the limited Construction Works Phase 1, for the Jamestown Wharf Improvements Programme.

582: St Helena Advisers Visits to St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

Gillian Francis, Acting Chief Secretary, reports on advisers visits to St Helena

583: St Helena Mobility in Public Service – Department Heads Swop Roles - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

As part of its Public Sector Reform Programme and, in developing its workforce, the St Helena Government is keen to encourage staff to move from one department to another.

584: St Helena Revised Strategy for Life Long Learning - St Helena (Business News) - 08.06.2010

In recognising the importance of their role in taking the island forward with or without air access, the Education Department has reviewed and developed a new Life Long Learning Strategy.

585: Director of Public Finance Presents Falklands' Budget 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.05.2010

The purpose of this bill is to authorise the appropriation of monies from the Consolidated Fund for the next financial year. Before I set out the details, I would like to say a few words about the background in which this budget was prepared.

586: Falklands' Finance Director Highlights 2010 budget - Falklands (Business News) - 26.05.2010

Keith Padgett explains the highlights of the 2010/11 budget proposals

587: Falklands Public Meeting Report 24/05/10 - Falklands (Business News) - 25.05.2010

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall on Monday, 24 may 2010 beginning at 1700hrs

588: St Helena Report on Home and International Committee - St Helena (Business News) - 21.05.2010

Since the new Legislative Council was formed with the new portfolios and committee structures, the Home & International Committee’s scheduled meetings are held each 2nd Wednesday of the month and regular meetings have been held since January 2010.

589: RFA Black Rover Offers Helenas a Trip Around St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 13.05.2010

If your name is “Helena” then you are in for a special treat!

590: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report (07/05/10) - Falklands (Business News) - 10.05.2010

Graham France Updates us on the outcome of this important Committee meeting.

591: Chile Earthquake Appeal Raffle Raises £2500.00 - Falklands (Business News) - 08.05.2010

Over £25,000.00 has been raised for the Chilean Earthquake appeal. A raffle was held in the Parish Hall on Saturday for the appeal. Layla Crowie (LC) spoke to organiser, Celia Short (CS), about the event and asked how much money had been raised on the day.

592: Falklands Public Meeting 27 April 2010 (Part 1) - Falklands (Business News) - 08.05.2010

A lengthy 45 minute session on telecommunications took place during the public meeting held on Tuesday, 27 April 2010.

593: Falklands Public Meeting 27 April 2010 (Part 2) - Falklands (Business News) - 08.05.2010

Part 2 of a 45 minute public debate about Falklands Telecommunications

594: Government working to ease pressure on Airbridge flights - Falklands (Business News) - 01.05.2010

The Falkland Islands Government is working hard to ease the pressure on the military Airbridge flights operating to RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire.

595: Falklands Airbridge flights catch up with backlog - Falklands (Business News) - 01.05.2010

The Falkland Islands Government is pleased to announce that the MOD have allocated additional seats for civilian passengers on tomorrow’s northbound Airbridge flight.

596: Governor Gurr To Visit Ascension Island, United Kingdom and Capetown - St Helena (Business News) - 01.05.2010

His Excellency Governor Gurr departed St Helena earlier today enroute to the UK, on leave and overseas business. During his stopover at Ascension Island, he will take the opportunity to discuss a number of Ascension issues with the Administrator, Councillors and other officials.

597: Advisers Visits to St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 01.05.2010

My last general update on advisers’ visits to Saint Helena was published in January. Since then, we have been keeping the public regularly informed of the work being carried out in particular by advisers on health and education.

598: FIRS Goes One to One with Dick Sawle and Ken Johnson - Falklands (Business News) - 22.04.2010

FIRS quizzes Dick Sawle ans Ken Johnson about the proposed new Port

599: St Helena EXCO REPORT 46 – 20th April 2010 - St Helena (Business News) - 22.04.2010

We have had some lengthy EXCOs over the past few months and this one was no exception. However it has meant that I was unable to get my report out on the day, for which I apologise.

600: Socio-economic Information for St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 22.04.2010

Throughout this bulletin all averages refer to the median. In the case of salaries this is the middle full-time salary when salaries are listed from lowest to the highest. In the case of household expenditure it is the middle amount spent when the expenditure of each household is listed from lowest to highest.

601: Security Issues lead to Impromptu Exercise - Falklands (Business News) - 21.04.2010

Party-goers and those in pubs on Saturday night became alarmed when they saw nurses, doctors, security personnel, FIDF members and Policemen and women departing to go to work.

602: No Name Change for Malvina House Hotel - Falklands (Business News) - 21.04.2010

The owners of the Malvina House Hotel, Stanley Serviced limited (SSL), have announced on Monday that there will be no change for the foreseeable future to the name of the hotel.

603: A Gabber with St Helena’s Governor Gurr - St Helena (Business News) - 21.04.2010

Although we bring you news and opinion every week it's always interesting to hear the Governor's opinion. On a frequent basis Governor Gurr will tell us what he thinks about current issues.

604: Fortuna Exhibits at the International Boston Seafood Show 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 10.04.2010

Fortuna Limited has announced that Falkland Island’s products went on show last month at the largest seafood event held in North America, the International Boston Seafood Show 2010.

605: M/V KELSO SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED ANOTHER NAME - Tristan (Business News) - 10.04.2010

The former M/V KELSO, renamed M/Y TIANIC, is in the news again because an RNLIlifeboatsman helped co-ordinate a Caribbean sea rescue while out DIY shopping in Britain after a friend called to say he was on sinking ship called Titanic

606: TRISTAN INVOLVEMENT IN MSC EX IN CAPE TOWN - Tristan (Business News) - 10.04.2010

The 7th South African International Commercial Fishing and Maritime Services Exhibition Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Has met in Cape Town.

607: It's Time for 'the Guardian' to Learn a Few Facts About Falklands' Oil - Falklands (Business News) - 04.04.2010

Constitutionally the mineral resources in the North Falkland Basin belong to the Government of the Falkland Islands

608: Falklands General Purposes Committee Report for March 2010 - Falklands (Business News) - 03.04.2010

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 24 March 2010 at Gilbert House. On Friday, 26 March Mrs Sharon Halford, MLA, briefed the media on what happened at that meeting.

609: Improvement in the Darkdale Incident - St Helena (Business News) - 03.04.2010

Since our last report on 4 March 2010, the St Helena Government has continued to monitor closely the oil leak from the wreck of the 'Darkdale'.

610: Familiarisation Visit for Overseas Territories Director - All (Business News) - 25.03.2010

Mr Colin Roberts, Director of the Overseas Territories Directorate has come to the Falklands on a familiarisation visit. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Colin Roberts at Government House on Wednesday

611: FIG Publishes Economic Briefing & Forecast for the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2010

The Economic Briefing & Forecast for 2010 has been published by the Falkland Islands Government.

612: New Name Sought for Malvina House Hotel - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2010

Following on from the Company's press release that it was going to change the name of the Malvina House Hotel, a very lively and at times heated debate has begun both from both those who wish for us to change the name and those who do not want us to change it

613: Planning and Building Committee Report 04/03/10 - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2010

Just eleven applications seeking planning permission were considered in this month’s meeting, chaired as usual by Cllr Sharon Halford and who was joined by Cllr Jan Cheek.

614: Volunteer Monitors Wanted for Falklands - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.03.2010

When the Internet becomes slow or unreliable we notice. If we are at work, we might not be able to do our job properly.

615: FIG donates to Earthquake Appeal Funds for Chile and Haiti - Falklands (Business News) - 13.03.2010

The Office of the Legislative Assembly has announced that Members have approved payment by the Falkland Islands Government to the Chile Earthquake Appeal Fund of a donation of £5,000. The Fund has been opened by local Chilean residents to help victims of the earthquake which devastated central Chile on 27 February.

616: Why a Caveat on the South Atlantic Federation? - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 07.03.2010

I am not so certain about including the British Overseas Territories from the Caribbean in the scheme, given their assent to Argentina’s trade sanctions against the Falklands, agreed by the Rio Group, of which they are associated.

617: Revamped Falklands Lease Back Scheme a Non-starter - Falklands (Business News) - 28.02.2010

Falkland Islanders took in their stride the Times Online article by Matthew Paris entitled “Think of Hong Kong. Give the Falklands Back.”

618: Falklands' Oil: Business Tactics Need to be Fit for Purpose - Falklands (Business News) - 22.02.2010

The reaction of Falkland Islanders to the Argentine blockade of their own ports to thwart the oil business here is déjà-vu but change the subject to coverage in some UK newspapers and it augers disbelief.

619: FCO MINISTER REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR FALKLAND ISLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 18.02.2010

FCO Minister, Chris Bryant has reassured Falkland Islanders about the recent declaration signed by President Christina Kirchner restricting shipping between her country and the Falklands.“We have no doubt about our sovereignty over the Falkland Islands and we're clear that the Falkland Islands Government is entitled to develop a hydrocarbons industry within its waters.”

620: Argentine Falklands’ sanctions could backfire - Falklands (Business News) - 17.02.2010

An Editorial by J. Brock (FINN) Argentina could stitch itself up in similar legislation but should also expect a difficult time rectifying the ramifications of poorly thought-out bullying.

621: UK AMBASSADOR TO CHILE VISITS THE FALKLAND ISLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 17.02.2010

Photo(c) J. Brock (FINN) Members of the Chilean community were invited to a reception at Government House in honour of the British Ambassador in Santiago, Mr Jon Benjamin.

622: Argentina Blocks Danish Ship Over Falklands Visit - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2010

Bloomberg reports that Argentina has blocked a ship from leaving a Techint Group plant after it traveled to the Falkland Islands without government permission, the Argentine Foreign Office said. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Thor Leader at FIPASS in Mid January

623: Commissioner Pays Official Visit to South Georgia - Br.Ant.Territory (Business News) - 11.02.2010

Commissioner Alan Huckle and his wife Helen visited South Georgia in January. Travelling with them was Jane Rumble, Head of the Polar Regions Unit at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and GSGSSI Senior Executive Officer Martin Collins

624: PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE 06/02/10 - Falklands (Business News) - 06.02.2010

Graham France updates us on the latest planning and building committee activity.

625: DR Chris Doyle’s Statement About Telecommunications in the Falklands: - Falklands (Business News) - 30.01.2010

The sector is widely recognised as being an important neighbour for economic development and in the Falklands it also plays a pivotal role in enabling social cohesion.

626: FALKLANDS PUBLIC MEETING REPORT 26.01.10 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.01.2010

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the town hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 26 January 2010. Present were The Hon Dick Sawle (DS), the Hon Jan Cheek (JC), The Hon Roger Edwards (RW), The Hon Emma Edwards (EE – Chair), The Hon Bill Luxton (BL), The Hon Sharon Halford (SH) and The Hon Glen Ross (GR) The Hon Gavin Short (GS) did not attend presumably due to work commitments.

627: Planning and Building Committee Report (07/01/10) - Falklands (Business News) - 24.01.2010

This was to be a busy meeting with no less than seventeen applications seeking planning permission.

628: South Atlantic Airbridge Update - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 16.01.2010

Air Tahiti Nui is contracted for the flights between the UK to Falkland Islands up to and including the 20 Jan 10 departure from Brize Norton.

629: DOYLE REPORT TO BE CONSIDERED AT EXCO - Falklands (Business News) - 14.01.2010

On Wednesday evening at 1700hrs Members of Legislative Assembly confirmed to the Chamber of Commerce what was heard over the radio at lunchtime, that the Doyle Report will be considered at EXCO. They went on to say that it is possible the report will be released to the public on 19 January.

630: Planning and Building Report (07/01/10) - Falklands (Business News) - 13.01.2010

This was to be a busy meeting with no less than seventeen applications seeking planning permission. However, five of these sought retrospective consent, the development having already been carried out, with no less than four of these being the erection of a fence over one -metre height on a roadside boundary.

631: St Helena Says Good-by to Financial Secretary Virginia Grace - St Helena (Business News) - 19.12.2009

Financial Secretary, Virginia Grace, left St Helena on 14 December having spent almost two years on the Island.

632: St Helena - Government Starts Consultation on Media - St Helena (Business News) - 19.12.2009

The St Helena Government is consulting on the media and on how it might develop in St Helena. SHG is interested in this area because a significant amount of public money is involved and media plays a key role in our society.

633: Falklands Public Accounts Committee News - Falklands (Business News) - 16.12.2009

Members of Legislative Assembly have agreed to re-allocate portfolios to enable the Hon Sharon Halford MLA to become a member of the Public Accounts Committee.

634: Overseas Territories Consultative Council Report (12/10/09) - Falklands (Business News) - 16.12.2009

The Hon Dick Sawle MLA has returned from the Overseas Territories Consultative Council and updates the Falklands on what happened at this most important meeting.

635: All Welcome to the New West Store - Falklands (Business News) - 21.11.2009

The long awaited opening of FIC’s new extension of the West Store happened at 0900hrs on Wednesday, 18 November 2009. FIC Directors, Paul Lewis and Roger Spink were on hand to see that things ran smoothly and to answer questions.

636: Signing of Contract for Public Transport - St Helena (Business News) - 02.11.2009

The provision of public transport is to continue on St Helena. A new contract valid until 31 March 2013 has been signed between the St Helena Government and various bus-service providers and depending on the outcome of a review in early 2013, there will be opportunity to extend the contract until 31 March 2015.

637: Falklands Receive Communications Report - Falklands (Business News) - 02.11.2009

The Report is not expected to be made public soon.

638: State Falklands’ Economy Discussed at Public Meeting - Falklands (Business News) - 23.10.2009

A public meeting on the state of the Falkland Islands’ Economy was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Thursday, 22 October 2009. Presenting the results via Power Point was Mr Michael Poole of the Policy Department and Mr Keith Padgett, Head of Finance.

639: CAREERS FAIR SET FOR OCTOBER 28TH - Falklands (Business News) - 16.10.2009

Several potential employers have taken up the invitation to display their services at the FICS Careers Fair. The event is now two weeks away and scheduled to take place on 28 October at the FICS Street.

640: St Helena Launches a Buy Local Campaign - St Helena (Business News) - 12.10.2009

Following the prerogative set by St Helena Tourism with their ‘Proud of St Helena’ programme, it is important for the growth of island economy, especially in such uncertain times, that the island community is encouraged to support local businesses.

641: St Helena Arrest - Solomons Tell Their Side of the Story - St Helena (Business News) - 12.10.2009

The accounts of Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc are contained in a document belonging to the Company and I would advise the public that the Company did not provide this document to the media.

642: Busy Month for Falklands' FIDC - Falklands (Business News) - 08.10.2009

The Falkland Islands Development Corporation Board met on Tuesday, 06 October 2009 in the Function Room of the Chamber of Commerce. During the meeting the General Manager, Mr David Waugh, summarised the busy month beginning with updating the Board about the changes to Board meeting dates and said that bringing the meeting forward from 13 October was for administrative and operational purposes.

643: FIRS Goes One to One with Andrew Gurr - St Helena (Business News) - 08.10.2009

On today’s programme I will be talking to Governor of St Helena, Andrew Gurr. Andrew Gurr (AG) was previously the Chief Executive of the Falkland Islands Government for five years.

644: Building Human Rights Capacity on St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 04.10.2009

The Human Rights Capacity Building Committee (St Helena) wishes to advise the public that two trainers from the Commonwealth Legal Education Association will be here under the Human Rights Capacity Building Project being coordinated by the Commonwealth Foundation, from 19th to 23rd October 2009.

645: St Helena in Focus - St Helena (Business News) - 28.09.2009

The IN FOCUS programme at Radio St Helena hosted by Cyril Gunnell on Tuesday 15th September 2009 lasted an hour even though it was thought at the beginning of the programme that there wasn't sufficient material to last the full hour, but we were wrong.

646: GPC Brief for Wednesday, 16 September 2009 - Falklands (Business News) - 27.09.2009

A GPC brief was held on Wednesday, 16 September 1009 – several days early - due to an urgent matter. Prior to his coming to brief the media, Cllr Simmers had a meeting with H. E. The Governor Mr Alan Huckle.

647: Falklands Careers Fair Set for End October - Falklands (Business News) - 27.09.2009

A Careers Fair to inform students in Years 9, 10 and 11, their parents and any interested members of the public about possible future employment and apprenticeship opportunities will be held on Wednesday 28th October 2009in the Falkland Islands Community School.

648: Liverpool and Standard Chartered announce sponsorship deal - Falklands (Business News) - 19.09.2009

London & Liverpool, 14 September 2009 – Liverpool FC and Standard Chartered Bank announced today they had agreed a four-year deal for the bank to become the club’s main sponsor - the largest commercial agreement in Liverpool’s history. The agreement, which starts in July 2010 and runs through to the end of the 2013-14 season, will see the bank’s name and logo appear on the Liverpool shirt.

649: DFID and SHG Discuss Infrastructure, Tourism and Private Sector Development - St Helena (Business News) - 19.09.2009

Advisers from the UK on three key parts of St Helena’s economy visited St Helena from 5-12 September.

650: Falklands GPC Brief for Wednesday, 16 September 2009 - Falklands (Business News) - 18.09.2009

A GPC brief was held on Wednesday, 16 September 1009 – several days early - due to an urgent matter. Prior to his coming to brief the media, Cllr Simmers had a meeting with H. E. The Governor Mr Alan Huckle.

651: St Helena REPORT FROM GOVERNOR IN THE UK – 4th September 2009 - St Helena (Business News) - 12.09.2009

The climate in the UK both meteorologically and politically is pretty grim.

652: St Helena in Focus (28.08.09) - St Helena (Business News) - 05.09.2009

Gyril Gunnell updates us on how SHG is functioning.

653: SHG Publishes Response to DFID Consultation Document - St Helena (Business News) - 05.09.2009

The St Helena Government has today published its response to the DFID consultation document on access for St Helena.

654: Falklands EDS Public Meeting Report (27.08.09) - Falklands (Business News) - 29.08.2009

A public meeting on the second half of Part “A” of the Economic Development Strategy was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Thursday, 27 August 2009.

655: Falklands General Purposes Committee Meeting Report (090824) - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2009

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 19 August 2009 and on Monday, 24 August 2009 Cllr Mike Summers briefed the Media on what happened at that meeting.

656: ST Helena in focus (21/08/09) - St Helena (Business News) - 27.08.2009

Numerous questions and comments were called in to the IN FOCUS programme at Radio St Helena hosted by Cyril Gunnell on Tuesday evening 4th August 2009;

657: Falklands EDS Public Meeting (Part "A") - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2009

A public meeting on Part “A” of the Economic Development Strategy was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Wednesday, 26 August 2009. Present on the panel were Roger Spink and Jake Downing as well as Phyl Rendell and Mack MacArthur.

658: Hospital Laundry Ready for the Private Sector - St Helena (Business News) - 27.08.2009

The St Helena Government has outsourced the Hospital Laundry to Namibian firm, The Laundry Room. Mr Charles Watson’s company will provide the laundry service on a five year contract for the Public Health and Social Services Department and will operate from the Community Care Centre.

659: Falklands Public Meeting Report (090818) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.08.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Tuesday, 18 August 2009.

660: St Helena Air Access Update - St Helena (Business News) - 18.08.2009

Sharon Wainwright, SHG's Access Project Manager has arrived back on island following her recent visit to Ascension Island as part of the airport consultation process. The St Helena Herald went along to talk with her.

661: New Chairman of Media Trust Named in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 18.08.2009

H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle has announced that Steve Dent has been appointed Chairman of the Media Trust in the Falklands

662: Endurance Damage Could be £20 Million Plus? - Br.Ant.Territory (Business News) - 16.08.2009

Published on 14 August 2009, an article in the Portsmouth News stated that the taxpayer will have to pay at least £20m to fix HMS Endurance, raising fears that she will not return to sea again. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC - HMS Endurance aboard M/V Target.

663: St Helena In Focus Part 2 - St Helena (Business News) - 16.08.2009

The first part of the IN FOCUS report for this week follows on from the report in the St Helen Herald on 31st July 2009 and the remainder of the business covered on the 21st July programme with answers to questions provided to Councillor Yon to that point:

664: FIRS aims the Spotlight on Summers and Spink - Falklands (Business News) - 16.08.2009

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB) 08.13.09 Crown copyright

665: Sharon Wainwright, SHG's Access Project Manager - St Helena (Business News) - 16.08.2009

Sharon Wainwright, SHG's Access Project Manager has arrived back on island following her recent visit to Ascension Island as part of the airport consultation process. The St Helena Herald went along to talk with her.

666: Fake “Coins” Of SGSSI - Br.Ant.Territory (Business News) - 09.08.2009

The Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands has been alerted to the existence of a collection of nine metallic pieces depicting various UK places and which purport to be coins issued by this Administration. The obverse of these apparently Bi-Metallic pieces carries an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the wording South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands and the date 2008.

667: St Helena: Publication of Register of Electors 2009 - St Helena (Business News) - 09.08.2009

The St Helena Government has published a Register of Electors for use in the 2009 General Election. Names have been categorised under the East and West electoral areas and under the four relevant Polling Districts in each constituency.

668: Hectic Schedule for BAS Rep - Br.Ant.Territory (Business News) - 09.08.2009

John Pye, the Head of Administration and Logistics at British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge has left the Falklands for Punta Arenas after a hectic day of meetings with the private and public sector about keeping BAS in the Falklands.

669: Update on Airport Consultation from Ascension - Ascension (Business News) - 09.08.2009

On Monday 27th July, the St Helena Herald contacted Sharon Wainwright on Ascension to find out the latest on the airport consultation and the cancellation of their visit to the Falklands. Below are Sharon's comments:

670: St Helena in Focus (21/07/09) - St Helena (Business News) - 09.08.2009

Cyril Gunnell updates us on what is happening in St Helena

671: St Helena Governor Reports from the UK 30/07/09 - St Helena (Business News) - 31.07.2009

H. E the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr completes the report on his visit to the UK

672: St Helena's Governor Reports from the UK - St Helena (Business News) - 30.07.2009

I am virtually at the end of my first week in London and have had quite a few meetings that I hope have been helpful to the Island.

673: FALKLANDS LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING FRIDAY, 24 JULY 2009 - Falklands (Business News) - 29.07.2009

(Part 1: Motion to Pass Islands Plan) A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place on Friday, 24 July 2009 at 1030hrs in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall. Present were The Hon Keith Biles (KB - Speaker), Cllr Andrea Clausen (AC), Cllr Janet Robertson (JR), Cllr Ian Hansen (IH), Cllr Mike Summers (MS), Cllr Mike Rendell (MR) and Cllr Richard Cockwell (RC).

674: FALKLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT BLASTS FIG - Falklands (Business News) - 29.07.2009

Mr Spink added that he spoke on the Chamber’s hope of making progress with FIG on representation in the regulation of the telecommunications monopoly in the Islands. The Chamber has been a significant force in promoting action by FIG to improve performance of the telecommunications provider. Progress has been slow we originally wrote to FIG in January 2008,

675: St Helena Governor to Visit London - St Helena (Business News) - 15.07.2009

You may remember that I visited the UK back in January, and at that time I made a point, in the interests of open and transparent government, of telling you what I was going to be doing.

676: HYDROCARBONS DAILY RECORD THURSDAY, 02 JULY 2009 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 03.07.2009

Employment figures caused crude prices to decline today. At the moment crude prices are too high to get people to by hydrocarbons products.

677: Stanley Dairy to Close - Falklands (Business News) - 03.07.2009

Following the departure from the Falklands of Kevin and Leone Reynolds earlier this year the future of Stanley Dairy has been uncertain.

678: HYDROCARBONS DAILY RECORD WEDNESDAY, 01 JULY 2009 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.07.2009

We resume the daily record on a temporary basis.

679: Around 850 Letters Say Option 'A' And Airport Now! - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2009

he St Helena Herald has learnt that the island-based campaign to 'Save Our Airport' has more than doubled the number of its signed letters in support of Option A over the past week.

680: ST HELENA – IN FOCUS (06/19/09) - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2009

As was to be expected after a gap of two weeks the phone-in programme received a barrage of questions and comments, all of which were noted and are being dealt with. Councillor Mervyn Yon had received answers to a number of questions put forward on behalf of callers to the programme and these were relayed on Tuesday evening.

681: Mink Park Project Could Go Ahead Sooner Than Expected - Falklands (Business News) - 01.07.2009

On Tuesday morning e-mails were received from the Secretariat indicating an extraordinary meeting of the Planning and Building Committee would be held on Friday, 26 June 2009 at 1330hrs in the Liberation Room of the Secretariat.

682: General Purposes Committee Brief - Falklands (Business News) - 01.07.2009

There was only one item that the Hon Mike Rendell mentioned at GPC Brief and that was an investigation of customer complaints about billing for the use of broadband service by Cable & Wireless.

683: CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS – 30th June 2009 - St Helena (Business News) - 01.07.2009

Yesterday there was a very important debate in Legislative Council. You will know that at the end of that debate the voting of your Elected Members was tied at four for the proposed new Constitution, and four against. The two Ex-Officio Members of Council, the Chief Secretary and the Financial Secretary, have the right to vote under the existing Constitution, but on my instruction did not do so as they are not elected by the people.

684: Councillors Grilled over NOK Visit - Falklands (Business News) - 25.06.2009

It seems that there was an implied threat concerning withdrawing the weekly LAN flight if Argentine Next of Kin weren't allowed to make their pilgrimage by air.

685: Councillor Wants to Meet Saints in UK - St Helena (Business News) - 07.06.2009

Councillor Tony Green is keen to meet with Saints in the UK and other persons who have an interest in the Island.

686: St Helena Access Ramp Project - St Helena (Business News) - 07.06.2009

Funding has been approved for the St Helena Access Ramp Project.

687: St Helena - Jamestown Rockfall Protection Project - St Helena (Business News) - 07.06.2009

In his report on the Executive Council meeting on 10th March 2009, the Governor announced that DFID had agreed to provide over £2 million for rockfall protection work.

688: St Helena - Police Chief Retires - St Helena (Business News) - 07.06.2009

This is a very demanding job and in view of Derek’s loyal and dedicated service to the Force for the last 31 years, I have decided to release him from his current role and offer him the honorary position of Chief of Police Emeritus.

689: Falklands - Gull and Penguin Refurbishment - Falklands (Business News) - 07.06.2009

This week Commander British Forces Air Commodore Gordon Moulds MBE was one of the first to sample the newly refurbished NAAFI complex at MPC. The Gull and Penguin bar and shop, the Sports bar, Coffee Forum, Dolphin Bar, Dolphin Shop and the bowling alley have all been in for the full refurbishment treatment. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

690: Government officials visit MPC - Falklands (Business News) - 06.06.2009

Falkland Island Government Chief Executive, Tim Thorogood and eight other Heads of Department were invited for a visit to Mount Pleasant Complex earlier this week. New Command Secretary Simon Cole hosted the event which started with a briefing by Commander British Forces Air Commodore Gordon Moulds MBE on the role of Armed forces in the South Atlantic. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

691: Falklands - LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 26/05/09 - Falklands (Business News) - 03.06.2009

Keith Padgett delivers his budget proposals

692: Falklands - LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING THURSDAY, 28 MAY 2009 - Falklands (Business News) - 03.06.2009

The second session of Legislative Assembly took place on Thursday, 28 May 2009 to finalise the budget process for the 2009/10 Financial Year. Commentary and Transcript by J. Brock (FINN) for 100X Transcription Service The second session of Legislative Assembly took place on Thursday, 28 May 2009 to finalise the budget process for the 2009/10 Financial Year.

693: Public Meeting Report (05/06/09) Part 2 - Falklands (Business News) - 12.05.2009

We continue with the Island Plan Public Meeting.

694: Planning and Building Committee Report (11/05/09) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.05.2009

Find out what happened during this important committee. Graham France Reports

695: Board of Directors appointed for the Bank of St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 09.05.2009

Governor Gurr has reappointed Carolyn Thomas to be a Director and Chairman of the Bank of St Helena. This appointment is to run for a period of two years.

696: NO PLEA ENTERED IN REYNOLDS THEFT CASE - Falklands (Business News) - 06.05.2009

Following a Court appearance in Fremantle, Australia on 03 April 2009 for importing stolen goods, former Stanley Dairy Managers, Kevin and Leone Reynolds made no plea when they re-appeared before the same court on Friday, 01 May 2009.

697: TELECOMMS CONSULTANT STUNNED BY PUBLIC REACTION TO CABLE & WIRELESS SERVICE - Falklands (Business News) - 02.05.2009

Dr Chris Doyle, FIG’s telecommunications consultant, has been in the Falklands for a week and has sampled the strength of feeling about Cable & Wireless amongst businesses, Government Departments and the general public. He’s stunned by some of the things he’s heard.

698: FOURTH BUSINESS CLIMATE SURVEY IS UNDERWAY - Falklands (Business News) - 25.04.2009

The fourth Business Climate Survey is underway with an encapsulating and thorough set of questions for businesses to answer. Three hundred people have been sent the questions in hopes that a high percentage of those polled will fill out the form.

699: Public Sector Modernisation to Start with Return of Sarah Holloway - St Helena (Business News) - 21.04.2009

Public Sector Modernisation Adviser and Team Leader, Sarah Holloway, returned to St Helena on the RMS at Easter to start a 33-month Public Sector Modernisation Programme for the St Helena Government.

700: Appointments made to SHDA Board of Directors - St Helena (Business News) - 21.04.2009

Governor Gurr has made various appointments to the SHDA Board of Directors. These appointments have been made in accordance with the St Helena Development Agency Ordinance.

701: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report (13/04/09) - Falklands (Business News) - 13.04.2009

Graham France tells us what happened during this important Committee meeting.

702: DFID Provides St Helena with an Extra £4 Million - St Helena (Business News) - 04.04.2009

The Department for International Development has given St Helena over £4 million in additional funds this year for expenditure in the coming financial year.

703: David Castle Retires from the Falkland Islands Company - Falklands (Business News) - 04.04.2009

David Castle Director with responsibility for retailing at The Falkland Islands Company Ltd (FIC) retired on 31st March 2009.

704: FIRS Puts the Spotlight on Roger Spink and Mike Rendell - Falklands (Business News) - 25.03.2009

The Telecommunications Debate is heating up and Stacey Bragger asks the difficult questions to representatives on both sides of the debate.

705: Cable and Wireless withdraws request for Price Review - Falklands (Business News) - 25.03.2009

The Government has announced that Cable and Wireless have withdrawn their request for a review of prices

706: FIG Disappointed over Chamber of Commerce Pulling out of Telecommunications Users Group - Falklands (Business News) - 25.03.2009

The Chamber of Commerce is disappointed with the Falkland Island Government’s press release this morning regarding the Telecommunications Users Group

707: LET’S HEAR IT FOR BT - Falklands (Business News) - 25.03.2009

I am sorry, but your e-mail address sinews@btinternet.com has been scrapped by BT.

708: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PULLS OUT OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTATIVE FORUM - Falklands (Business News) - 18.03.2009

Following a meeting of the Chamber Council on 11/3/2009 the Chamber of Commerce has decided not to take part in further meetings of the Telecommunications Consultative Forum.

709: We Need the Telecommunications Service we are Paying For - Falklands (Business News) - 18.03.2009

It is hoped that we the people have thwarted any further attempt to block SKIPE.

710: MPs Complete Falklands Visit - Falklands (Business News) - 27.02.2009

Mr Brian Binley MP (Cons) Northampton (South) and Ms Madeleine Moon (Lab) Bridgend have completed a successful visit to the Falklands from 19 to 24 February 2009. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) Mr Brian Binley MP Left and Ms Madeleine Moon MP outside the Malvina House Hotel on Monday afternoon

711: Falklands - Public Meeting Report (24/02/09) - Falklands (Business News) - 27.02.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall beginning at 1700 hrs on Tuesday, 24 February 2009.

712: W Hotel Opened in Stanley - Falklands (Business News) - 21.02.2009

Alex Olmedo sees to his guests at the official opening of the “W” Hotel on Ross Road in Stanley. Three of his guests enjoy the ambiance of the lounge over a glass of white wine. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN

713: JOB WELL DONE FOR RECIPIENTS OF NVQS AND CERTIFICATES - Falklands (Business News) - 21.02.2009

A reception to present NVQs and Certificates was held at Government House on Friday, January 30 2009.

714: MEDIA COVERAGE DISPLAY AT STANDARD CHARTERED BANK - Falklands (Business News) - 21.02.2009

A selection of UK media coverage of the Falkland Islands will be on display at the Standard Chartered Bank (23-27 February) and Community School (9-13 March) in Stanley.

715: Gov Gurr Updates St Helena from the UK - St Helena (Business News) - 21.02.2009

I am aware that these reports of mine are beginning to settle in to a pattern. I begin by saying that things still look bad for the UK economy, I then tell you that I have had yet more meetings, and I end inconclusively. I must confess that this week is pretty much the same.

716: WHAT THE “EXPERTS” WERE SAYING A YEAR AGO AIN’T NECESSARILY SO TODAY - Falklands (Business News) - 12.02.2009

One of the best aspects of looking through old news magazines is seeing how experts and analysts measure up to the financial situation we now find ourselves in.

717: 16.63 million Euros for St Helena, Ascension and Tristan - St Helena (Business News) - 02.02.2009

The European Union has earmarked 16.63 million Euros, which amounts to more than £15.5 million, at the current exchange rate, from the European Development Fund for St Helena and its Dependencies.

718: Air Safety Support International Seeks CEO - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 22.01.2009

Air Safety Support International (ASSI) is a wholly owned, not-for-profit, subsidiary company of the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority, charged with the oversight of civil aviation safety regulation within the UK’s Overseas Territories, and working from offices in the UK and the British Virgin Islands.

719: Second Half Sharp Recovery Talk REally Takes the Biscuit - Falklands (Business News) - 21.01.2009

Statements that there will be a sharp recovery from the present recession have given the wrong impression to people who have been financially challenged during the economic down-turn.

720: Credit Crunch - It's Time to be Practical - Falklands (Business News) - 19.01.2009

However, our business patterns and thinking need to change before any kind of loan would be successful.

721: Planning and Building Committee Report - Falklands (Business News) - 10.01.2009

This month’s meeting, chaired as usual by Councillor John Birmingham, saw apologies for non-attendance from Councillor Richard Stevens and the Chief Fire Officer, Gardner Fiddes, and commenced with the usual formalities including confirmation of the minutes of the previous meeting.

722: St Helena Appointments to the Charities Commission - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2009

Governor Gurr has made several appointments to the Charities Commission and these appointments are to run for three years.

723: St Helena Acting Appointment in the Public Works and Services Department - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2009

Derek Richards, Manager and Head of the Public Works and Services Department is currently away from the Island.

724: St Helena Government Economist takes up Post - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2009

The successful candidate is Paul Blessington who will be working in the Office of the Chief Secretary.

725: St Helena Development Economist Arrives - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2009

A Development Economist is on the Island, working with the Development and Economic Planning Department.

726: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 05.01.2009

We look at how other newspapers and news agencies are reporting about the Falkland Islands.

727: Delegation from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association to Visit St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2008

A delegation from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association will visit St Helena in February 2009. They were originally due to visit in August this year.

728: Public Meeting Tuesday, 16 December 2008 - Falklands (Business News) - 20.12.2008

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 15 December 2008. Present were Councillors Summers (Chair) Birmingham, Cockwell, Robertson Hansen, Stevens and Rendell.

729: St Helena Investment Panel Approves Three Applications - St Helena (Business News) - 17.12.2008

The St Helena Government’s Investment Panel has approved the following applications for approved investment status. (Note: PDF files are available on: www.falklandnews.com.

730: St Helena Vehicle Inspection Centre Attracts Considerable Interest - St Helena (Business News) - 17.12.2008

There has been considerable interest from the private sector in taking over the Vehicle Inspection Service.

731: Appointments made in Connection with the Land Planning and Development Control Ordinance - St Helena (Business News) - 13.12.2008

Governor Gurr has made various appointments in connection with the Land Planning and Development Control Ordinance, 2008.

732: SUCCESSFUL E3-D DEPLOYMENT TO SOUTH ATLANTIC - All (Business News) - 19.11.2008

An E3-D aircraft from 8 Squadron RAF Waddington has been taking part in Exercise Lonely Albatross in the South Atlantic Islands.

733: Falklands Chamber of Commerce Comments on Green Paper - Falklands (Business News) - 12.11.2008

Following the publication of the Green Paper on the Budget the Chamber Council and interested members met to consider the proposals.

734: St Helena’s Draft Income Tax Bill Released - St Helena (Business News) - 12.11.2008

The draft Income Tax Bill was released for public discussion on Monday 10th November 2008. The Bill draws on many of the comments made during public consultation carried out during July 2008 but focuses only on Income Tax.

735: St helena Measures Sustainable Development Plan Success - St Helena (Business News) - 26.10.2008

SHG departments are continuing to make good progress in delivering against the objectives set out in the Sustainable Development Plan with progress being monitored through quarterly reports to the Chief Secretary.

736: IRON DUKE COMPLETES FIRST FALKLANDs PATROL - Falklands (Business News) - 21.10.2008

Royal Navy Type 23 Frigate HMS Iron Duke, has anchored in East Cove on completion of her first security patrol off the Falkland Islands. Arriving in the area on Saturday 18th October, the ship has spent time patrolling to the West of the Islands.

737: ST HELENA AIR ACCESS PROJECT – PRESS RELEASE - St Helena (Business News) - 21.10.2008

As advised in our press release of 16th September 2008, revised bids for the Operations Phase (PHASE II) of the airport project that we requested have been received from Basil Read and Impregilo.

738: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report (02/10/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 09.10.2008

Graham France updates us on what happened during this important committee meeting.

739: Standard Chartered Bank Welcomes Government Announcement - Falklands (Business News) - 09.10.2008

Though in good shape, Standard Chartered has been invited to be a participant in the scheme along with all other UK banks.

740: Credit Crunch Victims Urged to Smell the Cold Coffee - Falklands (Business News) - 02.10.2008

The credit crunch we now experience was built on dreams and instant gratification – you can have that “home” you can drive away in that car right now!

741: Falklands to Tackle Economic Development Strategy - Falklands (Business News) - 29.09.2008

A widely consultative process was launched on 1 September at the Chamber of Commerce to develop a new Economic Development Strategy for the Falkland Islands. Councillors, officials and private sector businesses agree that a comprehensive planning process is required to pull together Islands Plan aspirations and the Government budget round to create a more rounded national economic strategy framework within which private business can develop and grow.

742: ST HELENA DEVELOPMENT REP VISITS THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Business News) - 21.09.2008

Ms Linda Houston, Managing Director of the St. Helena Development Agency (SHDA), has visited the Falklands with a view to promoting St Helena’s industry prior to the building of the new airport. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Ms Houston at Government House

743: FALKLAND ISLANDS HOLDING’S CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT - Falklands (Business News) - 11.09.2008

Speaking today at the Annual General Meeting of Falkland Islands Holdings plc the Chairman, David Hudd said that he wanted to give shareholders an update on current trading. He also noted that following approval by the shareholders, the final dividend of 8p per share will be paid on 31 October.

744: SSVC Copyright Issues Still not Resolved - Falklands (Business News) - 07.09.2008

SSVC still do not have copyright on all of the programmes they normally broadcast on their analogue system.

745: St Helena Update from the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department - St Helena (Business News) - 31.08.2008

This addition of ‘Update from ANRD’ focuses on the key topics discussed at the recent Agricultural and Natural Resources (ANRC) meetings:

746: Public Meeting Tuesday, 26 August 2008 - Falklands (Business News) - 30.08.2008

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700 hrs on Tuesday, 26 August 2008. Present were Councillors Rendell, Cockwell, Summers, Clausen, Robertson and Hansen.

747: FALKLANDS AIRBRIDGE: NEW CONTRACT ANNOUNCED - Falklands (Business News) - 27.08.2008

"The new South Atlantic Airbridge contract has been awarded to Chapman Freeborn: the service will be operated by ‘flyglobespan’ using a B767 aircraft four times per fortnight with effect from Wednesday 1 October 2008.

748: Advisory Group Report (14/08/08) - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2008

The last Advisory Group was held on the 22nd July and it was felt appropriate to bring the August one forward in order to coincide with the visit of Andrew Allen and Jessica Gladstone from the Foreign Office.

749: FIG Meet with Cable and Wireless - St Helena (Business News) - 19.08.2008

On Wednesday 13th August FIG represented by Chief Executive Tim Thorogood, Government Secretary Peter King and Councillor Mike Summers met with Aaron Richardson, Chief Executive of Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Ltd.

750: Falklands Appoints New FIDC General Manager - Falklands (Business News) - 02.08.2008

David Waugh has been appointed as the new permanent General Manager of the Falkland Islands Development Corporation. Photo (c) File Photo David Waugh

751: Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce Elect New Officers - Falklands (Business News) - 02.08.2008

The Annual General Meeting of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce was held at 1830hrs on Wednesday, 30 July 2008.

752: St Helena increases Electricity Tarriffs - St Helena (Business News) - 27.07.2008

St Helena Executive Council has agreed new electricity tariffs which take effect from 1 September 2008.

753: St Helena Makes Alternative Shipping Arrangements Post Airport - St Helena (Business News) - 27.07.2008

It has always been known that St Helena will require the services of a suitable replacement sea freight option with, where possible, ship based passenger services following the commencement of air services in or around 2012 when the RMS St Helena is expected to be taken of line.

754: Falklands Chamber of Commerce Express Concern About Tax System - Falklands (Business News) - 27.07.2008

Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce Members have expressed dismay about the Government's proposals to change the tax system.

755: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands (27/07/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 27.07.2008

We take an in-depth look at what other newspapers are writing about the Falklands

756: Jury Out on BAS Flights from Stanley Airport - Falklands (Business News) - 15.07.2008

Various changes needed at Stanley Airport are needed if BAS aircraft are to continue flying to and from that aerodrome and that those changes are mandated by Overseas Territories Air regulations (OTAS) which would bring Stanley Airport up to British standard as to what type of airframe could use the facility.

757: One More Million to Pay - St Helena (Business News) - 13.07.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr writes that he feels that it is his duty as Governor to talk to Saints about fuel.

758: Councillors Put Stanley Airport Story Straight - Falklands (Business News) - 03.07.2008

A press conference was held at Gilbert House where the Stanley Airport's operations with British Antarctic Survey Were discussed.

759: H.E. THE GOVERNOR MR ANDREW GURR REPORTS ON HIS MAY-JUNE VISIT TO THE UK AND ELSEWHERE - Tristan (Business News) - 30.06.2008

Most of you will remember that I produced a list of what I hoped to do while I was away from the Island. I also said I would report back on the various meetings and impressions of my absence, and this is that report. We departed via Cape Town and on the RMS I had a meeting with the crew.

760: INTERNET NEWS RELEVANT TO THE FALKLANDS (28/06/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 29.06.2008

A brief look at how others are reporting about the Falklands

761: CLLR SUMMERS SPEAKS ABOUT THE NEW AIRBRIDGE CONTRACT - Falklands (Business News) - 29.06.2008

FIRS's Stacey Bragger quizzes Cllr Summers about the new airbridge contract.

762: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT (24/06/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 29.06.2008

A Public Meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on the budget just passed by Legco.

763: The Falklands Welcomes Back Air Commodore Gordon Moulds - Falklands (Business News) - 29.06.2008

As an individual who has been so closely associated with the Falkland Islands since 1982, it was truly fitting that Air Commodore Gordon Moulds took over as Commander British Forces South Atlantic Islands on 14 June 2008, the 26th Anniversary of their liberation.

764: Falklands Public Meeting By Way of Explanation - Falklands (Business News) - 29.06.2008

At Tuesday’s public meeting Mr Roger Spink gave out some figures relative to discretionary spending. While FINN’s report was accurate as far as it went, it was felt necessary to publish the full list of figures that Mr Spink quoted.

765: St Helena Immigration Control Bill to be presented on 11/07 - St Helena (Business News) - 24.06.2008

The Governor in Council decided today that an Immigration Control Bill should be presented to the next formal meeting of the Legislative Council, on 11 July.

766: St Helena Policy on Financial Services and Money Laundering - St Helena (Business News) - 24.06.2008

Ordinances dealing with these subjects have been under consideration for some time. Public consultations on the initial proposals were held in January and final drafts to be submitted to Legislative Council are now available.

767: St Helena Air Access Update (24/06/08) - St Helena (Business News) - 24.06.2008

As you are aware from previous press releases and other activities, the planning permission application for the airport development was submitted to the Governor-in Council on Monday 5th May 2008.

768: Stanley Co-op to Close at End of June - Falklands (Business News) - 20.06.2008

After 50 years the Stanley Co-op is going to close.

769: St Helena Tackles Money Laundering - St Helena (Business News) - 18.06.2008

Further work has been conducted on the draft legislation to protect St Helena from unwanted money laundering and financial services.

770: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands (06/12/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 12.06.2008

A look at how others write about the Falklands and what is happening in the outside world relevant to the Islands and the people.

771: Falklands Flourish Says Councillor Summers - Falklands (Business News) - 11.06.2008

Address by Councillor Mike Summers to the Falkland Islands Government Annual Reception on 10th June 2008

772: Falklands Chamber of Commerce Reacts to Proposed Budget - Falklands (Business News) - 29.05.2008

The Chamber describes the budget proposals as inflationary.

773: Falklands Portal to Close At the End of the Month - Falklands (Business News) - 20.05.2008

The Falklands Portal at: www.falklandislands.com, will close at the end of the month.

774: FIRS to hold phone-in on TV Licences - Falklands (Business News) - 14.05.2008

Government and BFBS are putting forward their side of the debate.

775: Relevant Internet News for the Week Ending 25 April 2008 - Falklands (Business News) - 26.04.2008

We take a look at what is written about us in the Falklands as well as what is relevant to us in the press.

776: St Helena Visited by Malcolm Geere - St Helena (Business News) - 24.04.2008

Government officials discussed a number of key issues with Malcolm Geere who visited St Helena from 10 to 18 April 2008.

777: Falklands Public Meeting Report Part 2 - Falklands (Business News) - 24.04.2008

One final point the people had to make was that Councillors seemed ill prepared to discuss the way forward. Many times throughout the session they indicated that decisions hadn’t been made. Those attending were not satisfied that the project was thought through and they left the meeting more confused than when they came in.

778: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT (04/22/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 23.04.2008

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 22 April 2008. A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 22 April 2008. Present were Cllrs Birmingham, Clausen, Stevens and Cockwell with Cllr Rendell acting as Chair. Mr. Stuart Holms of BFBS came along to answer technical questions.

779: Island Council Announces Austerity Measures - Tristan (Business News) - 18.04.2008

The Tristan da Cunha Administrator David Morley delivered the austerity measures heralded in his March Budget Speech (see radio broadcast below) in a communication to Islanders on 11th April 2008.

780: St Helena's Business Activities in South Africa - St Helena (Business News) - 16.04.2008

Business continues in Southern Africa and beyond with the appointment of Commercial Representative, Adam Kossowski on a one-year contract.

781: St Helena Appoints New Business Finance Manager - St Helena (Business News) - 16.04.2008

The senior post of Business Finance Manager has been filled in the St Helena Government by Cherie Dillon who previously worked as SHG’s Shipping Officer.

782: Garth Armstrong Carries out Government Economist Work - St Helena (Business News) - 09.04.2008

The St Helena Government is in the process of recruiting a full-time Government Economist. In the meantime, however, the Island is receiving much help from Garth Armstrong. Garth is the temporary Government Economist who is providing the St Helena Government with economic advice.

783: Public Meeting Report (24/03/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 26.03.2008

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 24 March 2008.

784: Island Spammers Ain't Necessarily So - Falklands (Business News) - 12.03.2008

It's mainland spammers who steal e-mail addresses to suit.

785: Charles Stanley Rep Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 10.03.2008

Islanders can now buy and sell shares through Charles Stanley

786: Stanley Services Ltd Celebrates 20 Years in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 04.03.2008

The Company began its life in Fairclough-Miller's accommodation site in Malvina Paddock.

787: Falklands Public Meeting Report (02/19/08) - Falklands (Business News) - 21.02.2008

A public meeting took place in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 19 February 2008.

788: Ann Muir Returns to St Helena as The Social Development Planner - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2008

Back on the Island is St Helena’s newly appointed Social Development Planner, Ann Muir.

789: St. Helena's Outsourcing Update - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2008

The Outsourcing Policy and Procedures and the Outsourcing Programme were approved by Executive Council on 4 September 2007.

790: Planning and Building Committee Reports (080207) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2008

Graham France updates us on what happened at this important Committee meeting.

791: Falklands to Replace Camp Telephone System - Falklands (Business News) - 05.02.2008

An agreement to replace the Camp Telephone system was signed on Friday, 01 February 2008.

792: Councillors Say No Charter Flights Until the Ban is Lifted - Falklands (Business News) - 08.01.2008

UK Minister for the Overseas Territories, Ms. Meg Munn would like to see the Falklands and Argentina work together to fly in Argentine Next of Kin, but if Councillors have their way, there will be no flights untile the Argentines lift the Charter Flight Ban THEY imposed on us.

793: Overseas Territories Minister Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 08.01.2008

Ms. Meg Munn, UK Overseas Territories Minister, has come to the Falklands on a familiarisation visit.

794: Low Turn-out Returns Birmingham to Legislative Council - Falklands (Business News) - 08.01.2008

Only 47.2% of the electorate turned out for the 03 January 2008 by-election.

795: Financial Information and News (080108) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.01.2008

Day 2 and the problem still isn't fixed so clients can view what was produced today.

796: St. Helena - Public Consultation - Financial Services Legislation - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.01.2008

A public meeting will be held at Half Tree Hollow Community Centre on Thursday 10th January, starting at 7:30pm, to discuss the Governments proposals to introduce legislation to regulate financial services businesses. A further meeting will be held in Jamestown on Monday 14th January also at 7.30pm.

797: Tamar-FI Back in Stanley - Falklands (Business News) - 08.01.2008

Tamar apparently was stuck in rock and sand.

798: Financial Information and News (080107) - Tristan (Business News) - 07.01.2008

Due to isp problems this news is put on the site so customers can at least see what was produced today.

799: St. Helena - Financial Services Legislation - St Helena (Business News) - 04.01.2008

The Attorney General's Chambers published two draft Bills on Wednesday 19th December, to support a process of public consultation.

800: FIDC to Hold Deep Water Seminar - Falklands (Business News) - 04.01.2008

FIDC are hosting a half-day seminar on the topic of “A Deep Water Port for the 21st Century – Where?” on 28th January from 09:00 until 12:00 at the Chamber of Commerce.

801: PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE HELD 6th DECEMBER 2007 - Falklands (Business News) - 09.12.2007

Graham France Tells us what's new at the Planning and Building Committee.

802: Publication of the St Helena Sustainable Development Plan - St Helena (Business News) - 22.11.2007

The St Helena Government has, today, released the St Helena Sustainable Development Plan. This is a comprehensive document and is effectively a three-year rolling plan for the Island that will be reviewed on an annual basis.

803: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Report - Falklands (Business News) - 06.11.2007

Graham France updates us on what happened during this vital committee meeting.

804: St. Helena Changes Electricity Tariffs - St Helena (Business News) - 28.10.2007

SHG’s Charging Policy and the Draft Sustainable Development Plan, which formed the basis of discussions with the Development Aid Planning Mission in February/March this year, commits the St Helena Government to moving towards fuller cost recovery of services.

805: Falklands - Public Meeting Report (23 October 2007) - Falklands (Business News) - 24.10.2007

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Tuesday evening.

806: Fancy a Holiday in Florida? - Falklands (Business News) - 10.10.2007

Russ and Joan Jarvis have opened a holiday home in Florida.

807: AIR ACCESS PROJECT UPDATE - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2007

Work continues behind the scenes to secure the delivery of air access for St Helena. In two months time, on the 30th November 2007, Sharon Wainwright reports.

808: St Helena - Outsourcing – What’s new? - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2007

Projects in the first round of SHG’s Outsourcing Programme will shortly be advertised.

809: Falklands - New Phone System for Camp Residents - Falklands (Business News) - 05.10.2007

From 2009 Camp residents will have the same services that are now available to Stanley residents.

810: St. Helena Increases Income Related Benefits - St Helena (Business News) - 28.09.2007

A proposal to increase Income Related Benefits was considered by the Executive Council yesterday. Council advised that payments of Income Related Benefits should be increased with retrospective effect from 1 April 2007

811: New Manager for Bank of St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 19.09.2007

The Board of the Bank of St. Helena is pleased to announce that Ms Rosemary Bargo has today been appointed Manager-Designate, and will take over as Manager of the bank on 1st April 2008.

812: Public Meeting Report (11 September 2007) - Falklands (Business News) - 12.09.2007

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 11 September 2007.

813: Falklands Share Prices Continue to Rise - Falklands (Business News) - 05.09.2007

Falklands Share Prices continue to be healthy.

814: Falklands' Share Prices Soar - Falklands (Business News) - 31.08.2007

Share prices in Falklands related shares are increasing significantly on the Alternative Investment Market today.

815: St Helena Update on Airport Tender - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2007

The St. Helena Air Access Team updates us on progress for the new airport.

816: Falkland Islands Airbridge Charter contract awarded by MoD - Falklands (Business News) - 25.08.2007

On 2 August 2007 the MoD awarded a 1 year contract for operating the Falkland Islands Airbridge to Air Partner with the contract coming in to effect on 4 October 2007. Photo (c) File Photo

817: St. Helena Experiences Problems With Powerhouse - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2007

The two stand-by generators are currently out of working order at the Power House in Ruperts.

818: St. Helena Has Improved Investment Status - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2007

SHG is pleased to advise that Approved Investment Status has been awarded to Mr Dorian Caswell in respect of his business “Sword Fish”.

819: St. Helena Has Improved Investment Status - St Helena (Business News) - 25.08.2007

SHG is pleased to advise that Approved Investment Status has been awarded to Mr Dorian Caswell in respect of his business “Sword Fish”.

820: Will the Falklands Feel the Credit Pinch? - Falklands (Business News) - 17.08.2007

If you have borrowed to finance share prices, things could get interesting.

821: Falklands Loss is New Zealand's Gain - Falklands (Business News) - 19.07.2007

Debbie Summers from Sulivan Travel, has taken up a Senior Management position in New Zealand Tourism.

822: Stretch Limo for Sale - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.07.2007

The stretch Limo, first put into service in mid 2006, has been offered for sale by Falkland Islands Tours and Travel (FITT). A heavy work load means there are no staff to operate the popular service during the busy tourist season.

823: FIH Employees Encouraged to Buy Company Shares - Falklands (Business News) - 13.07.2007

Fifty-five employees have been given the option to invest in FIH shares.

824: Ascio Technologies Inc. leads the way in protecting Trademarks on the Internet. - Ascension (Business News) - 06.07.2007

6th July 2007, London - Ascio Technologies Inc. was announced today as Winner of the .TM Domain Registrar Awards.

825: Kidz R Us Comes to St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 23.05.2007

SHG is pleased to advise that Approved Investment Status has been awarded to Mr Alan Joshua in respect of his business “Kidz ‘R’ Us”.

826: Focus on the Modern Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 19.05.2007

A glossy supplement in the Times focuses on the modern Falklands.

827: Royal Haskoning Consultants Focus on FIPASS - Falklands (Business News) - 06.05.2007

Mr Julian Hodnett, Principal Engineer and Mr. Nick van der Sluijs, Consultant Ports & Internal Planning, have visited the Falklands with a view to proposing what to do with the Falkland Islands Port and Storage System (FIPASS). Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Mr Julian Hodnett of Royal Haskoning

828: Disaster Management Team Visits the Falklands - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.05.2007

A joint FCO/DFID Disaster Management Team is visiting the Falklands to assess our readiness for natural and man-made disasters. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Frank Savage (L) and Roger Bellers (R). at Government House on Tuesday.

829: Falklands Forum Held in London - Falklands (Business News) - 19.04.2007

Over Two-hundred delegates learned about how the Falklands have developed since 1982.

830: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (10/04/07) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.04.2007

Find out what happened during this important meeting.

831: Government Economist Completes Contract - St Helena (Business News) - 04.04.2007

Huib Poot has completed his contract as a short-term Government Economist.

832: Normal Service for SARTMA and FINN Resumes - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 28.03.2007

Normal Service has be interrupted due to the Mid Atlantic Ridge Islands Reporting Trip. It is set to begin on 02 April.

833: AIDE MEMOIRE: Development Assistance Planning Mission, 26th Feb - 6th March 2007 - St Helena (Business News) - 06.03.2007

A UK Government team (HMG) comprising Malcolm Geere (DFID Programme Manager, South Atlantic), Nirosha Gaminiratne (DFID Economic Adviser), Caterina Alari (DFID Governance Adviser) and Amanda Ross McDowell (FCO Desk Officer) visited St Helena between the 26th February and 6th March. The team was supported on island by Eddie Palmer, DFID representative to St Helena. The team’s main objectives were to review:

834: TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND THE FUTURE IN ST. HELENA - St Helena (Business News) - 01.03.2007

Cable & Wireless South Atlantic Limited and St Helena Government began discussions this week about the future provision of telecommunications on St Helena.

835: Increase in Fuel Prices for St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 28.02.2007

Executive Council recently agreed to increase the price of fuel sold from the Bulk Fuel Installation (BFI) and the impact of this, on prices at the pumps, has now been announced by Solomon and Company.

836: Government Advertises for A New Head of Department - St Helena (Business News) - 22.02.2007

The St Helena Government has advertised for a new Head of Department to work in the Legal, Lands and Planning Department. This is being advertised as a permanent position.

837: St Helena Ex-Co Approves Financial Services Policy Statement - St Helena (Business News) - 21.02.2007

Executive Council has approved the St Helena Government Financial Services Policy Statement which is designed to help SHG prevent activities such as money laundering or the financing of terrorism.

838: Opportunity to meet Development Aid Planning Mission - St Helena (Business News) - 15.02.2007

The Development Aid Planning Mission will visit St Helena this year to negotiate a three year framework of assistance.

839: Visit of the Development Aid Planning Mission - St Helena (Business News) - 14.02.2007

The Development Aid Planning Mission will visit St Helena from 25 February to 5 March 2007 to negotiate a three-year framework of assistance for St Helena.

840: Planning and Building Committee Report (12/02/07) - Falklands (Business News) - 12.02.2007

Graham France updates us about what happened during this important meeting.

841: Air Access Project Receives Four Bids - St Helena (Business News) - 09.02.2007

Four contractors have expressed a formal interest in bringing air access to St Helena, by submitting capability statements for the airport design, build and operate (DBO) contract by the deadline of 7 February 2007.

842: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (06/02/07) - Falklands (Business News) - 07.02.2007

Find out what happened during this important meeting.

843: New Desk Officer for St Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 02.02.2007

Governor Clancy has been informed by the Foreign and Commonwealth Officer that Amanda McDowell is to be the new FCO Desk Officer for St Helena and its Dependencies.

844: Heads of Department Meet Outsourcing Consultant - St Helena (Business News) - 30.01.2007

Heads of Department met with Outsourcing Consultant, Eric Arnold, on Monday 22 January to discuss the work he will be doing for the St Helena Government.

845: St. Helena Executive Council (23/01/07) - St Helena (Business News) - 25.01.2007

At the Executive Council meeting held on 23 January 2007, Council considered a number of matters which included the Audited Accounts for the 2005/06 financial year, a policy to deal with the waiver of Immigration fees, the Order Paper for the Legislative Council meeting commencing 29 January 2007, an Interim Policy for dealing with applications for Licences made under the Immigrants’ Landholding (Restriction) Ordinance, SHG’s Financial Services Policy Statement, the Economic Development Bill, 2007 and a report by the Banking Supervisory Authority.

846: Anthony Thomas-Crowther Returns from Overseas Training - St Helena (Business News) - 25.01.2007

After attending various courses in the UK on vehicle inspections, Anthony Thomas-Crowther has now returned to the Island.

847: Appointment of Contracts and External Service Manager - St Helena (Business News) - 24.01.2007

The St Helena Government has appointed Susan O’Bey to be Contracts and External Services Manager in the Office of the Chief Secretary.

848: Atkins on Air Access – Cautious Optimism but Clear Commitment - St Helena (Business News) - 23.01.2007

On Wednesday evening the public were invited to meet with Mr Tony Moloney, the Air Access Project Manager from Atkins who is procuring the DBO contractor.

849: DESK OFFICER FOR ST HELENA FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS IS TO MOVE ON - St Helena (Business News) - 23.01.2007

Karen Moran who will be known to Councillors and others whose work has brought them into contact with the FCO will soon be moving on to pastures new .Governor Clancy paid tribute to Karen’s contribution to maintaining very good working relationships with the Governor’s Office and St Helena more generally over the last 3 years. There have been many urgent matters to be dealt with and she has handled these in a calm, collected and good humoured way.

850: St. Helena Representative's Activities in South Africa - St Helena (Business News) - 18.01.2007

St Helena continues to be represented in Southern Africa by Commercial Representative, Adam Kossowski, who has been responsible for a wide range of duties and activities on behalf of the island in the region.

851: ­­VOICE OF ASCENSION - Ascension (Business News) - 18.01.2007

A considerable time has passed since the title above has been mentioned or seen in print. Just to refresh memories or inform new residents on the background of it. The Voice of Ascension was the name given to a Radio Broadcast on Ascension.

852: FOGL's Tim Bushell Talks About Procuring and Paying for an Oil Rig - Falklands (Business News) - 17.01.2007

FOGL's CEO, Tim Bushell, sets the record straight about getting an exploration rig to the Falklands.

853: South American Nationalism: Should the Falklands Hit the Panic Button? - Falklands (Business News) - 11.01.2007

What's good for the gosling is also good for the goose.

854: Councillor Francis and his Visit to the UK - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2007

Councillor Stedson Francis returned to the Island on 5th December 2005 after attending the Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) as well as attending a number of meetings with various officials in the UK.

855: Appointment of Chairperson to the Audit Committee - St Helena (Business News) - 07.01.2007

Members of the Audit Committee have attended their first meeting and unanimously voted for Christine Turpin, Accountant, Financial Planning and Analysis, to be Chairperson of the Committee.

856: Visit of Outsourcing Consultant Eric Arnold - St Helena (Business News) - 07.01.2007

The Department For International Development has appointed GIC Limited to assist SHG in taking forward its strategy of outsourcing certain activities to the private sector.

857: St. Helena - 2007 Rrgister of Electors - St Helena (Business News) - 07.01.2007

The Register of Electors for 2007 will soon be under preparation. Executive Council has advised that the 2007 Register should be updated to form the basis of the 2007 Register. In other words, if your name was included in the 2006 Register, it will automatically be included in the 2007 Register.

858: Lord Triesman Sends Seasonal Message - Falklands (Business News) - 23.12.2006

Lord Triesman, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, was due to visit the Falkland Islands from 15 – 16 December. His visit was cancelled at the eleventh hour due to adverse weather conditions at Mount Pleasant.

859: St. Helena Executive Council Report - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2006

At the Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday 19 December the following matters were discussed:

860: St. Helena: Land Development Control Plan Approved. - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2006

At its meeting on Tuesday 19 December, the Executive Council advised the Governor that the draft Land Development Control Plan should be approved.

861: SHG BUDGET 2007/08 TO 2009/10 - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2006

SHG will be submitting the first draft of the budget and supporting operational plan to DFID today. The first draft of the budget is based on the detailed calculations by the Department, and these calculations have been reviewed by the relevant Committees and the Finance Department. These calculations include new bids for expenditure required by the Departments.

862: Interviews Conducted for DFID Funded Posts - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2006

The Department For International Development and the St Helena Government have conducted a number of interviews for various DFID funded vacancies.

863: FINN(COM) Calandar (23/12/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 23.12.2006

Find out what is happening in the Falklands over the Christmas weekend.

864: SARTMA Up and Running - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 21.12.2006

SARTMA, Tristan Times and the Islander newspaper have been down due to unavoidable technical problems.

865: Press Freedom in Fiji Still Under Threat - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.12.2006

There isn't a price you can put on free speech. If you were running Coca-Cola and the Army came and asked you to include Arsenic in the next batch of Coke, what would you do?

866: FINN(COM) Daily Calendar: 08/12/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 08.12.2006

Find out what is happening around the Falklands.

867: Lord Triesman to Visit the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 06.12.2006

Lord Triesman will visit to discussissues affecting the Falklands and hear about what matters to islanders.

868: Falkland Islands Holdings Announce Interim Results - Falklands (Business News) - 06.12.2006

It's good news for investors as FIH announce interim results.

869: FGML Audited Results for year ended 30 September 2006 - Falklands (Business News) - 05.12.2006

See the results that FOGL has obtained this financial year.

870: A Message to All FINN(COM) Daily Record Subscribers - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.11.2006

Until the problem with eu.messagelabs is solved the news service you pay for has been classified as spam. Three cheers for press freedom..yeh

871: FINN(COM) Daily Calendar: 23/11/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 23.11.2006

Find out what's happening in the Falklands!

872: FINN(COM) Daily Calendar: 21/11/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 21.11.2006

Find out what is happening in the Falklands today.

873: FINN(COM) Daily Calendar: 20/11/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 19.11.2006

Find out what's happening in the Falklands on Monday.

874: FINN(COM) Relevant Share Prices: 17/11/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 19.11.2006

See how shares of companies doing business in the Falklands are doing.

875: FINN(COM) Daily Calendar: 15/11/06 - Falklands (Business News) - 15.11.2006

Now exclusive from the Falkland Islands News Network - the daily Calendar of events in the Falklands.

876: FINN(COM) Relevant Share Prices: 15/11/06 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 15.11.2006

Covering what happened on the previous day, this new feature will be submitted daily.

877: Applications close for DFID Funded Posts - St Helena (Business News) - 02.11.2006

In a recent Press Release, the St Helena Government announced that the Department For International Development had advertised five high-level posts for St Helena.

878: Visit of Ascension Island Administrator - St Helena (Business News) - 02.11.2006

Ascension Island Administrator, Michael Hill, visited St Helena for the first time from 15 to 23 October and attended a number of meetings with various officials and personnel from the private sector.

879: THE FALKLANDS ARE ON THE MENUE AT THE IBERO-AMERICAN SUMMIT - Falklands (Business News) - 01.11.2006

The 16th Ibero-American Summit to be held in Montevideo in November will endorse a Chiefs of State’s Declaration and Montevideo Commitment, documents linked to the most important affairs in today s world.

880: Cable & Wireless to Establish Falklands Based Company for the South Atlantic - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.10.2006

Cable & Wireless International announed the formation of this new company today.

881: Six Respond to Provide Flights to St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 21.10.2006

SHG and DFID are pleased to have received six responses to the notice in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) seeking expressions of interest from air service providers for the provision of flights to St Helena.

882: Planning and Building Committee Report (19/10/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 19.10.2006

Graham France gives us a thorough update on what happened at today's meeting.

883: Government Departments Prepare New Budgets - St Helena (Business News) - 19.10.2006

Government Departments are preparing their 2006/07 - 2009/10 budgets, a process, which has to be completed by November of this year. Current funding will run out on 31 March 2007 and the new budget will need to be approved for the financial year commencing 1 April 2007.

884: St. Helena's New Agricultural Fees and Charges Come into Force - St Helena (Business News) - 19.10.2006

Executive Council recently agreed to a list of revised prices for the various services and products on offer by the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department.

885: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (17/10/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 18.10.2006

Find out what happened during this important meeting.

886: Good News for St. Helena Airport Project - St Helena (Business News) - 12.10.2006

Sharon Wainwright, head of the St. Helena Air Access project, is visiting the Falklands to explain progress in getting tenders for the airport on Prosperous Plain.

887: St. Helena Appoints Two for Land Planning - St Helena (Business News) - 12.10.2006

His Excellency the Governor has appointed a Chairman and members to the Land Planning and Development Appeals Board.

888: Marketing the RMS St HELENA In Portland - St Helena (Business News) - 11.10.2006

When the RMS St Helena docked in Portland on Wednesday 27th September, a busy few days of marketing activity lay ahead. Photo (c) St. Helena Media - Marketers on the RMS St. Helena

889: Post Office Signs a New Contract With Crown Agents Stamp Bureau - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2006

The Post Office has signed a new contract with Crown Agents Stamp Bureau to continue providing St Helena with a Philatelic Service.

890: Combined Parent Teachers Association Contributes - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2006

The Committee of the Combined Parents Teachers Association has decided to donate £50 to New Horizons.

891: Visit of Ascension Island Administrator - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2006

Ascension Island Administrator, Michael Hill, will be making a familiarisation visit to St Helena from 15 to 23 October 2006.

892: St. Helena: Investors In People - St Helena (Business News) - 10.10.2006

Following the IiP External Assessor, Graham Pursey’s visit to St Helena earlier this year, the St Helena Government remains committed to being Investor in People compliant, and Internal Reviewers and Champions have been meeting on a regular basis to discuss what needs to be done in order for departments to retain or gain Investor in People accreditation.

893: DIFID Funds Infrastructure Review for St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 05.10.2006

The introduction of Air Access will have an impact on the Island’s infrastructure and, in readiness for this major development the Department For International Development is commissioning an infrastructure review for St Helena.

894: Dr. Essex Attends Conferences in Paris and Greenland - St Helena (Business News) - 04.10.2006

The Chief Development Officer, Dr Corinda Essex, has attended conferences in Paris and Greenland on behalf of St Helena. Pnoto (c) St. Helena Media: Dr Essex presents in Nuuk

895: St. Helena Line and Customs News - St Helena (Business News) - 30.09.2006

Legal Notice has been issued today stating that the Customs (Tariffs and Exemptions) Regulations, 2006 which were due to come into force with effect from 1st October 2006, have been revoked.

896: Fisheries Committee Meeting Report (15/09/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.09.2006

The fisheries vessels open day will be held on 24 February 2007.

897: Some CENTR members and ICANN work to improve Internet - All (Business News) - 22.09.2006

Brussels: Some CENTR members participating in the Internet Infrastructure Improvement Account have today agreed to donate to ICANN the sum of $190.000 to stimulate improvements in the IANA services provided to the global community.

898: New General Manager for FIDC - Falklands (Business News) - 22.09.2006

The Falkland Islands Development Corporation has a new General Manager.

899: St. Helena Committed to Airport Development - St Helena (Business News) - 20.09.2006

The Airport Development Bill was passed by Legislative Council in February of this year and makes provisions to facilitate the design, construction and operation of an airport in St Helena. It also provided that the Governor in Council may enter into necessary contractual arrangements.

900: FOGL Reports Progress at AGM - Falklands (Business News) - 13.09.2006

FOGL has completed their 2D Survey and has 22,450 km of seismic.

901: FIH Updares Trading Statistics at AGM - Falklands (Business News) - 13.09.2006

FIH has continued to produce satisfactory results.

902: Short-Term Government Economist Arrives in St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 12.09.2006

Arriving on the RMS St Helena from Cape Town on 19 August was Huib Poot, short term Government Economist.

903: Accommodation Grading Pow-Wow - St Helena (Business News) - 12.09.2006

The Tourist Office met with self-catering accommodation providers on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 August to discuss the pilot accommodation-grading scheme. The meetings took place at the Small Court Room in Jamestown.

904: Blue Hill Route Reduced to One Trip a Month - St Helena (Business News) - 06.09.2006

The Route to Blue Hill, operated by Solomons, will be one trip only.

905: Public Meeting Report (22/08/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 23.08.2006

Find out what happened during this lively meeting.

906: St. Helena Participates in the Conference of Commonwealth Postal Administrations - St Helena (Business News) - 22.08.2006

St. Helena's Commercial Representative, Asam Kossowski, hasattended this important conference.

907: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (15/08/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 17.08.2006

Find out what happened during this vital board meeting.

908: Islanders Welcome First Internet Cafe - Tristan (Business News) - 03.08.2006

Now Tristan is online and you will be hearing from them directly. Photo (c) James Glass - Too busy to turn around and say "Cheese"

909: New President and Directors for Chamber of Commerce - Falklands (Business News) - 20.07.2006

New Directors and a New President took office at the AGM of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday.

910: Housing Committee Report (07/19/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 20.07.2006

Find out what happened during this important meeting.

911: Planning and Building Committee Report (07/17/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 18.07.2006

Graham France updates us on what happened during this important committee meeting.

912: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (07/07/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 10.07.2006

Find out what happened during this important board meeting.

913: Falkland Islands Holdings Report - Falklands (Business News) - 05.07.2006

FIH Preliminary Results for the year ending 31 March 2006.

914: Performance from Cable & Wireless International as C&W plc announces its results for Year ended 31st March 2006 Strong - Ascension (Business News) - 17.06.2006

May 2006, London. Today Cable & Wireless plc announces its results for the year ended 31st March 2006 revealing a strong performance from Cable & Wireless International.

915: Business News from St. Helena (14/06/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 14.06.2006

Read about the latest business news from St. Helena

916: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report (06/06/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 07.06.2006

Find out what happened during this vital meeting.

917: Falkland Landholdings Board Meeting Report (18/05/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.05.2006

Find out what happened during this important Board meeting.

918: Business News from St. Helena (11/05/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 11.05.2006

Find out what's new in St. Helena's business community.

919: KWH Cards for the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 11.05.2006

FINN's Article about pre payment cards has helped pave the way for this new development.

920: Cable & Wireless Announce One Month Delay in Broadband Service - Falklands (Business News) - 09.05.2006

Cable & Wireless are keen to get broadband up to standard.

921: Business Climate Survey Distributed to Private Sector in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 09.05.2006

Two thirds of the responding businesses want to grow them.

922: Business News from St. Helena (05/07/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 08.05.2006

A historical flight of a Safeair Hercules took Place over Prosperous Bay Plain last Tuesday.

923: Public Works Department Seeks Alternatives to Meter Reading - Falklands (Business News) - 04.05.2006

The fabourite option is Kilowat Cards.

924: Business News from St. Helena (05/05/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 04.05.2006

The latest business news from St. Helena

925: Public Meeting Report (25 April 2006) - Falklands (Business News) - 26.04.2006

Seat Belt Law and Electricity Tariffs were on the discussion list for this important and lively meeting.

926: Information Week for Air Access - St Helena (Business News) - 23.04.2006

Laura Lawrence tells us about the successful information week for air access

927: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting Report 18 April 2006 - Falklands (Business News) - 20.04.2006

Find out what happened during this vital board meeting.

928: Business News From St. Helena (20/04/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 20.04.2006

Find out about Agricultural subsidies on St. Helena.

929: Gareth Thomas Writes to the People of St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 20.04.2006

The people of St. Helena hear officially about subjects near and dear to them.

930: Alternatives Sought for Electricity Payments - Falklands (Business News) - 17.04.2006

People in the Falklands do not want to go back to the old meter reading method.

931: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting for March - Falklands (Business News) - 26.03.2006

Find out what happened during this vital board meeting

932: Air Movements Officers Visit the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 20.03.2006

The leaders responsible for all aspects of transport on the Air-bridge have visited the Falklands.

933: Are the UK Government Really Concerned About Falklands Security? - Falklands (Business News) - 06.03.2006

The BBC's Dee Palmer confirms what FINN wrote in an editorial last week.

934: FIG Completes Audit of Fuel Supply Agreement - Falklands (Business News) - 03.03.2006

FIG have published the all important formula to calculate fuel prices for customers.

935: Full-spec company network for under a grand - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.03.2006

inONE revolutionises SME market with IT department in a box. MPs, Lords and business chiefs on the 1st March in the Parliament of Westminster were introduced to a startling “office in a box” innovation.

936: MPs attend “Safe Internet” reception - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 28.02.2006

inONE provides SMEs with simple, cheap, top-range network MPs, Lords and business chiefs will be introduced to a startling “office in a box” innovation at the Palace of Westminster on Wednesday, 1 March.

937: "Calling the Falklands" to end on 31 March 2006 - Falklands (Business News) - 24.02.2006

A well-known Falklands Programme will cease on 31 March.

938: Radio Nova Provides BBC World Service Programmes to the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 24.02.2006

A mistake was made in the FIG/BBC press release.

939: Public Meeting Report (02/21/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 22.02.2006

An update on hydrocarbons exploration was the main focus of this meeting.

940: Three Consortia Pre-qualified for Airport Contract - St Helena (Business News) - 22.02.2006

Three consortia with St. Helena Connections have prepqualified for the airport contract.

941: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting (02/14/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 15.02.2006

Find out what happened during this vital Board meeting.

942: Shelco Proposal Deferred - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2006

The consideration of new lawd have delayed the Shelco application for a property in Jamestown.

943: Business News From St. Helena (25.01/06) - St Helena (Business News) - 26.01.2006

Bulk fuel installation and a new lady acting governor are just two of St. Helena's business news stories.

944: Public Meeting Report (24/01/06) - Falklands (Business News) - 25.01.2006

Education was the focus of this month's meeting.

945: Good Business is Good for Everyone Suggests Tim - St Helena (Business News) - 18.01.2006

This article appeared in St. Helena Herald on 13 January 2006.

946: DFID's Gareth Thomas Sets Out Airport Views - St Helena (Business News) - 18.01.2006

The Air Access Project Update depicts the views of DFID's views about the airport and access.

947: Door Closed by Immigration Ruling - St Helena (Business News) - 13.01.2006

The St. Helena Herald reports on Bill Scanes, who has worked in the Falkland Islands as well as on St. Helena.

948: Good News For Entrepreneur School Participants - St Helena (Business News) - 04.01.2006

John Turner tells us about this new venture.

949: Business Optimistic Despite Economic Challenges - Falklands (Business News) - 27.12.2005

The Falkland Islands Development Corporation is optimistic about the health of the private sector in the Islands

950: Sartma Daily (21/12/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 23.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

951: St. Helena Business News (22/12/05) - St Helena (Business News) - 23.12.2005

The investment initiative is warmly welcomed by the Bank of St. Helena.

952: Sartma Daily (20/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 21.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

953: Sartma Daily (15/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

954: Business News from St. Helena (19/12/05) - St Helena (Business News) - 20.12.2005

A mini run-down of St. Helena business news

955: Sartma Daily (16/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

956: Sartma Daily (19/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.12.2005

a brief run-down of South Atlantic news

957: Standing Finance Committee Report - Falklands (Business News) - 18.12.2005

Find out what FIG are doing with their finances.

958: KTV Report Tower Refurbishment Complete - Falklands (Business News) - 15.12.2005

Now that the Chilean professionals have completed their work, FIRS and BFBS listeners and viewers have better service. Photo (c) Mario Zuvic Bulic - The scene during tower refurbishment.

959: Sartma Daily (12/14/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 14.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

960: Queue! Cable & Wireless Sells Mobile Phone Packages - Falklands (Business News) - 13.12.2005

Thanks to Cable & Wireless the Falklands have gone mobile.

961: Cllrs Summers and Clausen Getting to Grips with Brussels Bureaucracy - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.12.2005

Dee Palmer of the BBC World Service asks Cllr. Summers about what's important in Brussels.

962: Sartma Daily (12/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

963: Sartma Daily (09/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news.

964: Sartma Daily (13/12/05) - All (Business News) - 13.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

965: Sartma Daily (05/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

966: Sartma Daily (07/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

967: Sartma Daily (04/12/05 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 05.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

968: Sartma Daily (01/12/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.12.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

969: Sartma Daily (27/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic News

970: Sartma Daily (28/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

971: Crude Blows Hit St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 27.11.2005

This item was published in the 25 November 2005 Edition of the St. Helena Herald.

972: Sartma Daily (23/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.11.2005

A Brief Run Down of South Atlantic news.

973: Sartma Daily (22/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

974: Sartma Daily (21/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

975: Access Project Update: Industry Day - St Helena (Business News) - 25.11.2005

Sharon Wainwright updates us on the Access Project.

976: Sartma Daily (17/11/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 18.11.2005

We have a Legislative Council!

977: Sartma Daily (16/11/05) - All (Business News) - 17.11.2005

a brief run-down of South Atlantic news

978: Sartma Daily (14/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 16.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

979: Sartma Daily (15/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 16.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

980: Sartma Daily (12/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 15.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

981: Sartma Daily (10/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 11.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

982: Sartma Daily (08/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

983: Sartma Daily (09/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.11.2005

A brief run-sown of South Atlantic news

984: Sartma Daily (07/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

985: Sartma Daily (06/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 07.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

986: US President in Argentina for Economic Summit - Falklands (Business News) - 04.11.2005

President Bush will meet privately with President Kirshner of Argentina.

987: Sartma Daily (03/11/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 04.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

988: Sartma Daily (02/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 03.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

989: Up and Coming Events in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 03.11.2005

There's lots going on in the Falklands over the next few days.

990: Sartma Daily (01/11/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.11.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

991: Sartma Daily (30/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 31.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

992: St. Helena: Local Poultry Deaths - St Helena (Business News) - 31.10.2005

Over the last few days a total of 68 local chickens have died. The St. Helena Herald carries a complete report.

993: Gov. Clancy To the UK for Christmas and Meetings - St Helena (Business News) - 31.10.2005

The St. Helena Herald will publish an article explaining what H. E. the Governor Mr. Clancy will be up to while in the UK.

994: Sartma Daily (31/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 31.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news.

995: Sartma Daily (27/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 28.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

996: Antarctica Exploration Gets £20 Million - Br.Ant.Territory (Business News) - 28.10.2005

The Department of Trade and Industry has announced that £20 Million will go towards Antarctic exploration. Photo (c) Brian Harper - An Old Halley Station at the time the Ozone Hole was discovered.

997: Charity Commission Formed in St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 27.10.2005

Now Charities in St. Helena will be regulated by a new Commission.

998: Sartma Daily (26/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 27.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

999: Sartma Daily (25/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 26.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1000: Sartma Daily (23/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1001: Sartma Daily (24/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1002: Wilma Affects Falklands TV Viewing - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.10.2005

Hurricane Wilma has knocked out Discovery Channel and People and Arts. Other channels are up and running.

1003: Sartma Daily (20/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 21.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1004: Sartma Daily (19/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1005: Sartma Daily (18/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 19.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1006: Sartma Daily (17/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 18.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1007: Argentina Presents its Ambitions on the European Stage - Falklands (Business News) - 18.10.2005

The BBC's Deborah Vogle reports on A conference held in Spain.

1008: Sartma Daily (16/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 16.10.2005

A brief Run-down of South Atlantic news

1009: Sartma Daily (13/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 14.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1010: Sartma Daily (12/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 13.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1011: Sartma Daily (10/10/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.10.2005

A Brief Run-down of South Atlantic news

1012: Time To Clamp Down on Filing Flight Plans - Falklands (Business News) - 11.10.2005

Flying in the South Atlantic is not as straight forward as some might think.

1013: Sartma Daily (11/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 11.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1014: President Bush to Visit Argentina in November - Falklands (Business News) - 10.10.2005

The BBC's Dee Palmer quizzes ABC's Joe Goldman about President Bush's up-coming Argentine visit.

1015: Sartma Daily (07/10/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news for quick reference

1016: Cuba Calls for Falklands Talks - Falklands (Business News) - 06.10.2005

Prensa Latina has reported on Cuba's remarks at the General Assembly of the UN on Wednesday.

1017: Sartma Daily (05/10/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 06.10.2005

For those of you who like a selection of South Atlantic news

1018: Sartma Daily (04/10/05) - Falklands (Business News) - 04.10.2005

A brief run down of South Atlantic news

1019: Telecommunications Prices Rise for Tristan Users - Tristan (Business News) - 03.10.2005

The Father and Daughter team of James and Sarah Glass report on Communications costs that face Tristanians.

1020: Sartma Daily (03/10.05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 03.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1021: Sartma Daily (30/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 01.10.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1022: Sartma Daily (29/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic News.

1023: Sartma Daily (28/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.09.2005

A Brief run-down of South Atlantic News.

1024: Sartma Daily (26/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 27.09.2005

A brief run down of South Atlantic news

1025: Sartma Daily (27/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 27.09.2005

A brier run-down of South Atlantic news

1026: Sartma Daily Weekend Edition (24-25.09.05) - Falklands (Business News) - 26.09.2005

A brief run-down of South AtlanticNews

1027: Sartma Daily (22/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 22.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1028: Governor Opens First Bungalow On Links West - Ascension (Business News) - 22.09.2005

Last Friday 19th August, HE Governor Clancy officially opened the first completed bungalow of the four bungalows that represents the first phase of the Links West Housing Development.

1029: Sartma Daily (20/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 21.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news.

1030: Sartma Daily (21/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 21.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1031: Sartma Daily (19/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1032: FIDC Conduct Another Economic Survey - Falklands (Business News) - 18.09.2005

The Falkland Islands Development Corporation wants to know what Falklands businesses are up to and how the economy is affecting them.

1033: Sartma Weekend (16-17/09/05) - All (Business News) - 17.09.2005

A brief overview of South Atlanticc news

1034: Sartma Daily (15/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 15.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic News

1035: Sartma Daily (13/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 14.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1036: Sartma Daily (14/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 14.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1037: Falkland Islands Development Board Meeting for September 2005 - Falklands (Business News) - 13.09.2005

A meeting of the Falkland Islands Development Board took Place in the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce Function Room at 0900 on Tuesday, 13 September 2005.

1038: Sartma Daily (12/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 12.09.2005

A brief run-down of South Atlantic news

1039: Sartma Daily (09/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.09.2005

A brief overview of South Atlantic and Falklands News.

1040: A Brief Round-up of St. Helena Business News (08/31 - 09/10/2005) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.09.2005

Find out what is happening in St. Helena.

1041: Sartma Daily (08/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.09.2005

A brief overview of South Atlantic news.

1042: Sartma Daily (07/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 07.09.2005

A Quick Overview of South Atlantic News.

1043: Sartma Daily (05/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 06.09.2005

A brief Overview of South Atlantic News

1044: Sartma Daily (06/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 06.09.2005

A brief overview of South Atlantic news.

1045: Sartma Daily (02/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.09.2005

A Quick Overview of South Atlantic News

1046: Sartma Daily (31/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 01.09.2005

A quick overview of South Atlantic News.

1047: Falklands Suffer Another Hike in Fuel Prices - Falklands (Business News) - 01.09.2005

With the price of crude oil hovering above the $70.00 USD mark, the Falklands have, today, suffered yet another hike in the price of heating fuel. Diesel is now at .39p per litre and Kero is.50p a litre.

1048: Sartma Daily (01/09/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 01.09.2005

A Quick Overview of South Atlantic News

1049: SARTMA Weekend Edition (08/26 - 08/29) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.08.2005

It may interest readers of a certain environmental magazine to know that this summer's IWC meeting was held in South Korea - and now in the UK.

1050: Sartma Daily (29/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 29.08.2005

A quick overview of South Atlantic news

1051: Sartma Daily (24/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.08.2005

A quick overview of South Atlantic news

1052: August Public Meeting Report - Falklands (Business News) - 25.08.2005

A lively public meeting was held on 23 August.

1053: Sartma Daily (25/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.08.2005

A Quick Overview of South Atlantic News.

1054: Sartma Daily (22/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 23.08.2005

A quick overview of South Atlantic news.

1055: Sartma Daily (23/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 23.08.2005

A quick run-down of South Atlantic news.

1056: Business News from St. Helena for 10/08 - 19/08/05 - St Helena (Business News) - 20.08.2005

Find out what has been happening with St. Helena Busi ness recently.

1057: Sartma Daily (19/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 19.08.2005

A Quick Overview of South Atlantic News

1058: SARTMA DAILY (18/08/05) - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 18.08.2005

A Quick Reference to Today's South Atlantic News

1059: Sartma Daily (17/08/05): - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 17.08.2005

A Quick Reference to today's South Atlantic News.

1060: TELECOMMUNICATIONS EXPERT SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT: INTERNET ACCESS IS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR TRISTAN - Tristan (Business News) - 11.08.2005

Silly season hasn’t been kind to the people of Tristan da Cunha this year. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) - Dr. Chris Doyle Senior Research Fellow Warwick University Business School

1061: Business News from St. Helena for July 2005 - St Helena (Business News) - 31.07.2005

Martin Dinham, a Director in the UK Department for International Development (DFID) in London, will visit St Helena on 17 and 18 August.

1062: Business News from St. Helena and Ascension Island - St Helena (Business News) - 02.07.2005

It's been a busy seven days for business on Ascension and St. Helena.

1063: New manager for Georgetown Shop - Ascension (Business News) - 30.06.2005

Last week, the Herald received information which suggested that the Solomon’s shop on Ascension was not doing well at all.

1064: Business News from St. Helena (06/20) - St Helena (Business News) - 19.06.2005

Stuart Moors tells us about what's new in Air Access to St. Helena Photo (c) St. Helena Media Environmental Presentations are important to a remote Island like St. Helena.

1065: NEW CONSTABLE FOR ASCENSION DETACHMENT - Ascension (Business News) - 16.06.2005

For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Stephen Ellick. I have worked on Ascension previously about 20 years ago for Pan Am fire security.

1066: Falkland Islands Holdings plc Preliminary Results - Falklands (Business News) - 14.06.2005

Falkland Islands Holdings (“FIH”), an AIM listed company operating a range of businesses in the Falkland Islands, and the Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company in the UK, announces preliminary results for the year ended 31 March 2005.

1067: Business News From St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 11.06.2005

The Employment and Social Security Department hosted a special lunch at the Consulate Hotel on Tuesday of this week to celebrate the success eight persons had seen as a result of the Return to Work Scheme. Photo (c) Garron Yon (Members of the Back to Work Scheme)

1068: Business News from St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 05.06.2005

Governor Pearce of the Falkland Islands presented NVQs to two St. Helenians at an awards reception held at Government House on Tuesday, 31 May 2005. Here he has just presented Charmaine John and Claire Leo with their NVQs. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA-STH) H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce with two St. Helenian Certificate Holders.

1069: News Stories and Editorials by FINN - Falklands (Business News) - 05.06.2005

In this new feature there is a compilation of news stories and editorials by FINN. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - H. E. the Governor Mr. Pearce poses with people who received NVQs and other certificates on Tuesday night.

1070: What Does Europe Want To Do With Africa - Falklands (Business News) - 05.06.2005

SARTMA is publishing this as parts of Africa border on the South Atlantic Ocean and is in the general area. Stephen Chan is Professor of International Relations in the University of London, and Dean of Law and Social Sciences at the School of Oriental and African Studies. His latest book is a critique of US and British foreign policy, Out of Evil (London: I.B. Tauris. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Press, 2005).

1071: EU – LATIN AMERICAN TALKS: THWARTED BY DRUGS CONCERNS - Falklands (Business News) - 27.05.2005

Following on from the 33 – nation conference held in Brasilia earlier this month, the 17 nations of Latin America have been in Luxembourg this week lobbying for their inclusion in a free trade area.

1072: Falklands Appropriation Bill 2005 - Falklands (Business News) - 24.05.2005

Find out what the financial Secretary, the Hon. Mr. Derek Howatt, has proposed for the budget of 2005/2006.

1073: Invasion Alert Article: Rubbish - Falklands (Business News) - 23.05.2005

It’s bad enough when Sunday papers have an underhanded go at former Governors but when it comes to provoking the Falklands’ neighbours and upsetting people here, things have gone a bit to far.

1074: Slow to No Progress on South American Trade Talks - Falklands (Business News) - 11.05.2005

Thirty three countries met in Brasilia to see if they could solve some trade problems but they could only agree on sanctions and sovereignty.

1075: Business News from St. Helena (05/04/05) - St Helena (Business News) - 06.05.2005

The Public Accounts Session will resume on 9 and 10 May and this will be made up of two morning sessions commencing at 9.30am.

1076: New Partnership for Stanley Services - Falklands (Business News) - 26.04.2005

After almost twenty years as exclusive bunkering contractor for Falklands-based Stanley Services Ltd, Athens-based reefer-operator Lavinia Corporation has been admitted to a 25.1% share in the company.

1077: Business News from St. Helena (04/06/05) - St Helena (Business News) - 06.04.2005

Arriving on the RMS St Helena tomorrow will be Consultant Frank Milsop from, Community Opportunities for Participation in Enterprise, COPE Limited. He will be staying on the Island for one week. Garron Yon tells us more.

1078: 433 Foot Paint Job Completed - Falklands (Business News) - 10.03.2005

The Falklands’ highest structure, a medium wave mast measuring 433 feet – 132 metres – has been successfully painted in record time, despite February’s challenging weather. Photos (c) Mario Zuvic Bulic

1079: February St. Helena Business News - St Helena (Business News) - 06.03.2005

SHG is pleased to welcome the Shelco team who arrive on the Island on the afternoon of Sunday 20 February. Gasrron Yon tells us more. Photo (c) Gavin Yon - Students from St. Helena.

1080: We're in Australia! - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.02.2005

During the past week, SARTMA has been at the Commonwealth Press Union Editor's Conference. We will also be atttending the Biennial Conference

1081: We're in Australia - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.02.2005

SARTMA and FINN are attending the Commonwealth Press Union Editor's Conference and the Biennial Conference in Sydney, Australia.

1082: South Atlantic Islands Represented at CPU Conference - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.02.2005

Islands in the South Atlantic are being represented at the Commonwealth Press Union Editors’ Forum in Manly, Australia and the Biennial Conference in Sydney Australia. Photos (c) J. Brock (SARTMA)

1083: South American Press Reports Flights Talks Resumption - Falklands (Business News) - 06.02.2005

Several Argentine newspapers have reported today that there have been talks between British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister, Bill Rammell and the Argentine Foreign Minister, Raphael Bielsa in Colombia.

1084: St. Helena Shores Up Sea Wall - St Helena (Business News) - 03.02.2005

A four-man team are busy safeguarding the seawall under Jamestown's wharf. Photo (c) Garron Yon - The team at work. Photo (c) The team in action.

1085: Yellow Card Given to Builders - Failures to Provide Stage Notices - Falklands (Business News) - 28.01.2005

At the December 2004 meeting of the Planning and Building Committee, a member requested comment from the Building Adviser upon two instances where she was aware the builder had not notified his office as required by the terms of The Building Regulations 1999. These were in connection with a large double garage attached to a house and the other a new dwelling on East Stanley.

1086: FCO Reaffirms Support for Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 21.01.2005

A Report for FIBS By Corina Bishop (CB) 21/01/05 Governor Howard Pearce (HP) has recently returned from a series of conferences in the UK. I asked him to explain about the business he’s been on.

1087: Saints' Workers' Forum Established in the Falklands - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 07.01.2005

St. Helenians working at Mount Pleasant Complex now have a forum at which they can discuss their problems and find out information.

1088: CTF Interviews David Hudd - Falklands (Business News) - 17.12.2004

Falkland Islands Holdings has been in the news again this week, with its Chairman, David Hudd (DH) announcing that the Company will be looking for more acquisitions in the U.K. Ferry business, following its £8Million take-over of Portsmouth Harbour Ferry.

1089: News Items From St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 15.12.2004

SHG are inviting suggestions for the next scheduled sailing of the RMS St. Helena. This follows a trial run with the ship serving the South Atlantic only, without calling in at the UK.

1090: Falkland Islands Holdings: Interim Results - Falklands (Business News) - 15.12.2004

For details, see below.

1091: Desire May Enter Into Farm-Out Agreement - Falklands (Business News) - 15.12.2004

The Board can confirm that it is considering all the alternatives available to Desire to commence an exploration drilling programme in the North Falklands Basin and, as previously announced, Desire is in discussion with a number of companies which may wish to participate in such a programme.

1092: Caught in the Net With Richard Cockwell - Falklands (Business News) - 11.12.2004

Today’s guest is Cllr. Richard Cockwell (RC), who is chair of the Fisheries Committee. He’s in to talk to us about FIPASS, the appointment of a director of port operations and the establishment of a port authority. Photo: (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sian Ferguson, left and Corina Goss, right, doing an outside broadcast. They have presented One to One and Caught in the Net this week.

1093: FIH: Ferry Company Offer Received - Falklands (Business News) - 08.12.2004

Third party proposal withdrawn, Offer extended and Recommendation

1094: Camp Matters With Steve Pointing - Falklands (Business News) - 04.12.2004

The Senior Vet talks about changes and charges at the vetrinary department.

1095: MPs Impressed With Falklands' Facilities and Potential - Falklands (Business News) - 25.11.2004

A delegation of British MPs completed their visit to the Falklands on Thursday. Vera Baird, Lab. Redcar. (VB) Dari Taylor, (DT) Lab. Stockton South, Alun Cairns, Cons. Welsh Assembly (AuC) and Alan Campbell, Lab. Tynemouth (AC) had a busy programme with trips to camp, Mount Pleasant and Stanley. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - MPs enjoy summer sunshine in Stanley.

1096: Weekly News From St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 30.10.2004

Find out what has been happening on St. Helena this week.

1097: St. Helena : Recent News - St Helena (Business News) - 24.10.2004

Adam Kossowski St Helena’s Commercial Representative for Southern Africa attended the Cape Town and Walvis Bay launches on behalf of St Helena Government.

1098: News from the St. Helena Government - Falklands (Business News) - 16.10.2004

There is a new Chief Auditor for St. Helena.

1099: Major Convention Could Solve South Atlantic Shipping Problems - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 16.10.2004

As a frequent traveller through the South Atlantic Remote Territories, I have become aware of an increasing problem with bunkering the vessels that take me to places like South Georgia, Tristan da Cunha, St. Helena and Ascension Island. Once topped up in Stanley, there are no other places to fill tanks until a vessel reaches the Cape Verde Islands in the North Atlantic Ocean. Now there can be hope of a workable solution.

1100: FOGL Raise Nearly £7Million in Subscription Allocation - Falklands (Business News) - 13.10.2004

According to Company Policy, however, the Offer is oversubscribed.

1101: Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company in FIH Takeover Bid - Falklands (Business News) - 11.10.2004

The Falkland Islands Holdings plc (FIH) board have announced that an offer will be made by Dawnay, Day Corporate Finance Limited on behalf of FIH for the whole of the issued share capital of the Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company plc (PHFC) not already owned by FIH on 06 October 2004. Originally, the offer consideration comprised 7 new FIH shares for each PHFC share or a part Cash Alternative of £25.00 in cash and £8.50 in loan shares (i.e. £38.50) each PHFC Share. The loan notes would be redeemed in instalments over four years.

1102: News Items from the St. Helena Government - St Helena (Business News) - 08.10.2004

Governor Clancy accompanied by his wife Mrs Claire Clancy are due to arrive on the next visit of the RMS St Helena on Friday 15th October.

1103: News From St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 01.10.2004

There are several important news stories coming out of St. Helena this week.

1104: St. Helena News Stories for Week Ending 17 September 2004 - St Helena (Business News) - 17.09.2004

Find out what's been happening on St. Helena this week.

1105: Weekly News from St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 11.09.2004

On Friday 3rd September members of Legislative Council met with Heads of Department to discuss the draft Constitution and outstanding points of policy.

1106: St. Helena News Stories for Week Ending 03 Sep - St Helena (Business News) - 03.09.2004

This years EU/OCT forum will be held in French Polynesia in the South Pacific commencing 6 December 2004.

1107: St. Helena News Stories for 27 August 2004 - St Helena (Business News) - 28.08.2004

In April of this year, Martin Peters embarked on a Mechanic’s training course in the UK. Martin who is a mechanic with the Government garage was sent to the UK on a Work Experience Placement Training programme.

1108: St. Helena's Vital Life-Line - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 25.08.2004

Andrew Weir Shipping are launching the new RMS St. Helena services. BBC World Service's Graham Bound tells us more. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) - the St. Helena in James Bay.

1109: We Need Your Help: Access Questionaires - St Helena (Business News) - 23.08.2004

Air Access questionnaires were issued as inserts with last weeks St Helena Herald as part of a survey to aid Atkins Management Consultants in identifying the best method of access for St Helena.

1110: St. Helena News Stories for 20 August 2004 - St Helena (Business News) - 21.08.2004

The last visit of the RMS St Helena saw the arrival of Ray Mace – Teacher/Student Placement Coordinator for the Education Department

1111: Safe and Skilled Driving Competition Report - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 20.08.2004

The Commander British Forces hosted a Winter Safe and Skilled Driving Competition on Saturday 8 August 2004 to promote road safety and to test drivers’ skills on a wide range of vehicles and challenges. Photo(c) Crown Copyright Manoeuvering a Quad Bike

1112: St. Helena News For 13 \August 2004 - St Helena (Business News) - 16.08.2004

A week is a long time in politics`, said Harold Wilson when he was Prime Minister in the 1960s. That may be true. But, from my point of view, a year as a Minister in the Department for International Development (or DFID as we are known) can seem like a very short time indeed! Photo (c) St. Helena Media - G. Thomas

1113: St. Helena News Stories (06 August 2004) - St Helena (Business News) - 07.08.2004

On the 29th June 2004, Governor Hollamby and the Ascension Island Administrator, Andrew Kettlewell, were notified by the Transport Security Directorate (TRANSEC) that the Port Facility Security Plan for Georgetown and Jamestown had been approved. Photo (c) St. Helena Media - Three people who received Certificates.

1114: Falkland Islands Holdings Plc Announcement - Falklands (Business News) - 05.08.2004

At today's Annual General Meeting of Falkland Islands Holdings plc, the Chairman David Hudd will make the following statement:

1115: Weekly St. Helena News Stories - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 30.07.2004

St Helenian Scholar Leeanne Peters has completed her third year of study at London Metropolitan University. Leeanne is enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts Combined Honours Accounting and Business scholarship. Photo (c) St. Helena Media - Scholar Leeanne Peters

1116: Gordon Forbes Victory in Contract Dispute with FIG - Falklands (Business News) - 28.07.2004

Gordon Forbes Construction, who built the Falkland Islands Community School and portions of the East Stanley Development has won a substantial settlement from the Falkland Islands Government in respect of a long standing contractual dispute. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Gordon Forbes during the construction of the Falkland Islands Community School.

1117: Falklands: No Reduction in Troop Numbers says Chief of Staff - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 23.07.2004

Sue Gyford from FIBS tells us more.

1118: Weekly St. Helena News Stories - St Helena (Business News) - 16.07.2004

Find out what's been happening on St. Helena this week! Photo (c) St. Helena Media - Queen Victoria's book casket.

1119: This Week's St. Helena News Stories - St Helena (Business News) - 10.07.2004

St Helenian Nurse, Shara Robinson, has nearly completed her three-year nursing degree course at the School of Nursing Queens University, Belfast, and is currently awaiting her results. Photo (c) St. Helena Public Information Office - Shara Robinson

1120: Recent Falklands News Stories - Falklands (Business News) - 30.06.2004

Here are a few bits and pieces for you. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Graham France invites Winter Fair Participants to "Splat the Rat."

1121: A Selection of St. Helena News - St Helena (Business News) - 25.06.2004

Find out what has been happening on the South Atlantic Island of St. Helena. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Half Tree Hollow from High Knoll.

1122: Falkland Islands Holdings Plc - Falklands (Business News) - 23.06.2004

Preliminary Results for the year ended 31 March 2004

1123: New Oil Exploration Company Created - Falklands (Business News) - 23.06.2004

Falkland Islands Holdings is an AIM listed company with a range of interests in the Falkland Islands. It today announces the formation of a new oil exploration company.

1124: A Selection of St. Helena News - St Helena (Business News) - 04.06.2004

Garron Yon writes from St. Helena.

1125: SAMA 82 and St. Helenian Charity Split £140 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 03.06.2004

SAMA’82 and the St. Helenian Emergency Relief Fund have benefited from a raffle that was held at the AGM of the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce. £140.00 was split between the charities. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1126: Survey Plane Crashes at Stanley Airport - Falklands (Business News) - 31.05.2004

The aircraft used to survey the Falklands for minerals has crashed at Stanley Airport.

1127: Governor Rubbishes Argentine Flight Reports - Falklands (Business News) - 31.05.2004

H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce today rubbished the idea of an Argentine airline with no airframes establishing regular flights to the Falkland Islands.

1128: Falkland Islands Holdings is Buying into the Ferry Business - Falklands (Business News) - 29.05.2004

You may have heard on FIBS that Falkland Islands Holdings, the company, which owns the West Store and the Upland Goose Hotel, among other businesses, has branched out, acquiring a major stake in a British Ferry Company. Graham Bound Reports for BBC World Service.

1129: Investment in Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 19.05.2004

The board of Falkland Islands Holdings PLC (“FIH”) is pleased to announce the purchase of 21.6% of the issued share capital of Portsmouth Harbour Ferry Company public limited company (“PHFC”) as a long term investment.

1130: A Selection of St. Helena News - St Helena (Business News) - 07.05.2004

Garron Yon sends news articles from St. Helena. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA - SH) A view of Sandy Bay.

1131: Freshco and FIC Reach Meat Supply Agreement - Falklands (Business News) - 05.05.2004

Freshco and the Falkland Islands Company have reached an agreement to supply meat to the West Store.

1132: Islanders Bid Adieu to Tony and Olive Green - Ascension (Business News) - 27.04.2004

A farewell reception was held at the Saints Club in Georgetown Ascension Island for Tony, Olive and Sinead Green at 8:00 pm on Friday, 16 April 2004. Photo (c) Jonathan Green Tony, Olive and one of their children.

1133: Rebates on Fishing Licenses Confirmed at Chamber Meeting - Falklands (Business News) - 23.04.2004

There will be substantial rebates for those fishing companies that caught little to nothing this season.

1134: Public Transport Meeting - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2004

The Public Transport System is now in its third month of operation having been launched in November last year by the St Helena Government.

1135: Wage Subsidy for Farmers - St Helena (Business News) - 11.02.2004

The new wage subsidy programme for farmers has been in operation for about four months, having been launched by the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department in October of last year.

1136: Careers Fair 2004 - St Helena (Business News) - 30.01.2004

St Helena will be treated to another Careers Fair this year.

1137: Update on Long Term Unemployment Policy - St Helena (Business News) - 23.01.2004

Since launching the Long Term Unemployment Policy last October, the Employment and Social Security Department has been working closely with the unemployed to identify their training needs. Some people have also embarked on training programmes.

1138: Garth ap Rees meets Legislative Council - St Helena (Business News) - 21.01.2004

UNDP Consultant Garth ap Rees met with Legislative Council on Wednesday of last week to discuss his visit to St Helena.

1139: Road Projects Progressing - St Helena (Business News) - 10.01.2004

A number of road projects are taking place on the Island, and some are nearing completion. Since the Public Works and Services Department is now using a new method in resurfacing roads, they are expecting better value for money on future projects

1140: Developments at Sandy Bay Beach - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 08.01.2004

Works continue at Sandy Bay Beach with the Lime Kiln being restored by a team of workers from the private sector.

1141: Air Access Update No. 9 - St Helena (Business News) - 17.12.2003

Atkins has confirmed it is to deliver its report on the evaluation of air access expressions of interest to SHG and DFID on 17 December 2003.

1142: Overseas Territories Consultative Council News - St Helena (Business News) - 14.12.2003

Earlier this week, the Overseas Territories Minister, Bill Rammell, welcomed Chief Ministers and Senior Politicians from the Territories to London for their annual meeting. And, for the first time ever, the Territories Governors were in attendance.

1143: Falkland Islands Holdings PLC Report - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 10.12.2003

Falkland Islands Holdings PLC, a UK quoted company operating in the Falkland Islands in general trading activities, announces interim results for the six months ended 30 September 2003.

1144: Business Plans and Strategic Objectives - St Helena (Business News) - 18.11.2003

Garron Yon has submitted this very important Business Article from St. Helena

1145: Assorted Financial Items - St Helena (Business News) - 18.11.2003

Reference has been made in the Media that unless Legislation is changed taxation of up to 27% would be applied to interest on depositors funds in the Bank of St Helena.

1146: Public Transport News - St Helena (Business News) - 18.11.2003

The St Helena Government Tender Board has met to review the tenders that were received to operate a Public Transport System.

1147: Sorry we were off line - Ascension (Business News) - 09.10.2003

We apologise for our recent break in service. The following has been received from our service provider:

1148: Business Plans and Strategic Objectives - St Helena (Business News) - 02.10.2003

Government Departments are in the process of preparing their business plans for the next three years.

1149: Banking Consultant to Return - St Helena (Business News) - 02.10.2003

Banking Consultant Alan Savery will be returning to St Helena on 22 September to work on matters relating to the Bank. He will remain on Island until 7 October. During the time he is here, he will be training bank staff.

1150: New site for The Islander - Ascension (Business News) - 01.10.2003

Welcome to the new-look The Islander (online) site. Please be patient as we try hard to iron-out the remaining bugs with the system.

1151: New Grocery Store for Ascension - Ascension (Business News) - 21.09.2003

Now there is another place to buy Groceries inb Georgetown. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) Open for business - Cedrick and Sylvia Henry have opened a grocery store near Long Beach on Ascension.

1152: Stanley Services Take Over Malvina House Hotel - Falklands (Business News) - 05.09.2003

One of the Falklands' well known hotels will be taken over by Stanley Services Ltd.

1153: A Public Transport System for St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 28.08.2003

The St. Helena Government is hoping that a public transport system will be up and running by September.

1154: Mothers and Carers Toddle for Rug-Rats Nursery - Falklands (Business News) - 17.08.2003

Childcare has been a problem for working parents in the Falklands. Rug-Rats Nursery is trying to help. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Mothers and carers on their way to Narrows Bar - where they cater for children as well as adults.

1155: St. Helena: Road Maintenance - St Helena (Business News) - 25.07.2003

The road from St. James Church to the canister in Jamestown and Napoleon Street is being resurfaced.

1156: FIH: Preliminary Results for Year Ended 31 March - Falklands (Business News) - 25.06.2003

Falkland Islands Holdings lets us in on how they have been doing over the past year.

1157: Russ Jarvis Opens New Charity Shop - Falklands (Business News) - 18.06.2003

The new charity shop on Fitzroy Road, known as Bargains Galore, is open for business. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) Russ Jarvis snips the donated scarf.