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1: 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.

2: 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.

3: St Helena: Dissolution of Legislative Council - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 21.04.2013

The dissolution of Council in 2013 will be the first since the commencement of the 2009 Constitution. This note flags the principal consequences of dissolution; it is intended for distribution to outgoing Members of Legislative Council, Managers in the Public Service (to be cascaded down), and all candidates in the election. Copies will be issued to the Media. The text has been seen and approved by HE The Governor and by the Chief Secretary.

4: Commissioner makes the Marine Protected Areas Announcement - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 21.04.2013

South Georgia Commissioner, Nigel Haywood, has announced a new Fisheries Regime for the South Atlantic Islands of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

5: Shackleton Team Visits South Georgia - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 21.04.2013

Thanks to the South Georgia newsletter we have footage of the Shackleton team visiting South Georgia prior to returning back to the UK

6: South Georgia Heritage Trust Helicopters Arrival at King Edward Point - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 21.04.2013

This time-lapsed item shows the South Georgia heritage Trust's helicopters arriving at King Edward Point.

7: FALKLANDS SAY FAREWELL TO IRON LADY - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.04.2013

A memorial service to commemorate the life of Margaret Hilda Roberts Thatcher, Baroness and former prime Minister of the United Kingdom was held at Christ Church Cathedral at 1400hrs on Wednesday, 17 April 2013. Photo:(c) J. Brock (FINN)

8: 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.

9: 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.

10: 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.

11: FOGL Announces Operations Update - 3D Seismic Acquisition - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.04.2013

FOGL has completed a 3D seismic survey over the Diomedea Fan.

12: FOGL Announces Operations Update - 3D Seismic Acquisition - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.04.2013

FOGL has completed a 3D seismic survey over the Diomedea Fan.

13: 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.

14: 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

15: 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.

16: 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.

17: Falklands MLA Describes South American Visit - Falklands (Education) - 14.04.2013

As reported in the South American and Spanish press, Falklands MLA Gavin Short has visited several countries in South American countries this past week.

18: Falklands: RESTORATIVE PROJECT FOR ST MARY’S - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.04.2013

Odd Angle: The steeple of St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church finally lies on the ground awaiting restoration. Photo © J. Brock (FINN)

19: Falklands: WE CONCLUDE MONDAY’S BUSINESS - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.04.2013

There are already promises that the Vatican will not intervene in Falklands’ affairs. Next year the word “Argentine” could be dropped from the Pope’s title – Pontiff and not regional rhetoric spouting Cardinal.

20: Falklands: Argos Announces PL 001 Licence Extension - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.04.2013

The Falkland Islands Government has extended the second term of PL001 Licence of Argos Resources Limited by one year, to 25 November 2016, with no additional work commitments.

21: Falklands: Borders & Southern completes 3D Seismic Acquisition - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.04.2013

Borders & Southern has provided an update on its activities in the South Falkland Basin. The Company announces that the PGS vessel Ramform Challenger has completed the Company's 3D seismic programme in the South Falkland Basin offshore the Falkland Islands.

22: Independent review by Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program says Put Tooth-fish on Your Table - Falklands (Fisheries) - 13.04.2013

A number of tooth-fish fisheries are now rated as either ‘Best Choice’ or ‘Good alternative’, up from its previous ratings of ‘Avoid’ by an Independent review of the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program.

23: Falklands: Argos Announces PL 001 Licence Extension - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.04.2013

The Falkland Islands Government has extended the second term of PL001 Licence of Argos Resources Limited by one year, to 25 November 2016, with no additional work commitments.

24: FALKLANDS NOTE PEACEFUL PASSING FOR THE IRON LADY - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.04.2013

News of Margaret Thatcher’s passing reached the Falklands just before 0800hrs on Monday morning and with it a sense of loss for a Falklands heroine.

25: Falklands: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY REAFFIRMS REFERENDUM STANCE - Falklands (Heritage) - 07.04.2013

The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has responded to the 26 March 2013 visit to the United Nations by the Argentine foreign Minister, Mr Hector Timerman.

26: DIRECTOR OVERSEAS TERRITORIES VISITS THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.04.2013

Peter Hayes, Director, Overseas Territories is visiting the Falklands on a familiarisation visit.

27: Epic Expedition Repeats Shackleton’s Amazing Feat - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 07.04.2013

The first successful attempt to recreate Shackleton’s boat journey and crossing of the Island was completed by members of the ‘Shackleton Epic Expedition’ on February 10th. © South Georgia Newsletter

28: FIRS GOES ONE TO ONE WITH MIKE SUMMERS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.04.2013

On the programme this Tuesday Stacy Bragger talked with the Hon Mr Mike Summers MLA. He reported on discussions held in the USA and the Caribbean to highlight the referendum result. Mr Summers feels it was a productive trip. A Report for FIRS by Stacy Bragger

29: Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum Synopsis of Forum meeting - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.04.2013

The forth meeting of the Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum took place on 7th March in the Chamber of Commerce. The Forum comprises representatives of the oil industry, By Phyl Rendell

30: 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.

31: Falklands’ Executive Council March 2013 Summary - Falklands (Legal) - 07.04.2013

Executive council met a day early this month on March 26, to allow two days preliminary work on the 2013/14 budget on the following two days.

32: 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.

33: St Helena CONSTITUTIONAL POLL – RESULTS - St Helena (Legal) - 07.04.2013

On Saturday 23 March 2013, a Poll was held on St Helena, on the question of a Chief Councillor, raised in the recent discussion paper ‘Improving Democracy and Accountability’

34: FIRST EVER ASCENSION ISLAND FLAG TO FLY - St Helena (Heritage) - 07.04.2013

His Excellency Mark Capes, Governor of St Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha, has warmly welcomed Royal approval of the design of the first ever flag of Ascension Island, saying:

35: A NATIONAL AGRICULTURE POLICY FOR ST HELENA - St Helena (Agriculture) - 07.04.2013

St Helena’s Sustainable Economic Development Plan highlights that whilst tourism will be the largest activity driving development of our economy, it will not be the only activity.

36: QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY PARTY 2013 - St Helena (Heritage) - 07.04.2013

This year the Queen’s Birthday Party (QBP) at Plantation House will be held on Friday 19 April. Although HM The Queen’s actual birthday is on 21 April, in St Helena there will a public holiday to mark the occasion on Monday 17 June 2013.

37: Falklands describe Timerman’s UN Visit as Diplomacy of Desperation - Falklands (Geological Events) - 26.03.2013

Argentine Foreign Minister Héctor Timerman has met with UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Ecuador’s Ambassador to the United States,

38: 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:

39: Falklands PUBLIC MEETING MONDAY, 18 MARCH 2013 - Falklands (Health) - 23.03.2013

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town hall on Monday, 18 March 2013 at 1700hrs. Present were MLAs Short (Chair) Edwards, Elsby, Cheek and Sawle. MLAs Summers, Halford and Hansen are away.

40: SOUTH GEORGIA REINDEER ERADICATION Stage 1 Complete - S.Georgia (Environment) - 23.03.2013

The Government of South Georgia and the south Sandwich Islands has announced the completion of the first phase of the eradication of reindeer from the island of South Georgia. Running throughout January and February 2013, the first phase of the project, saw the removal of over 1900 animals from the Busen area (one of two peninsulas on South Georgia that were inhabited by reindeer).

41: NINTH STANLEY MARATHON: SUNNY, BREEZY AND SHEER JOY - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.03.2013

The ninth annual Standard Chartered Bank Stanley Marathon was staged on St Patrick’s Day – Sunday, 17 March 2013. This year 46 individual runners, consisting of 39 men and 7 women and 26 relay teams took part in the world’s most southerly certified marathon.

42: Rockhopper Appoints Technical Director - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.03.2013

Rockhopper Exploration plc has announced that Fiona Margaret MacAulay, currently Geology & Geophysics Manager, has been appointed to the board in the position of Technical Director.

43: NEW POPE FROM ARGENTINA: HAND OFGOD MAY HAVE CHOSEN THE LEADER BUT THE OFFICE MAKES THE MAN - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.03.2013

Roman Catholic Cardinals have chosen as their new pope a man Argentina the first non-European to be elected for almost 1,300 years and the first-ever member of the Jesuit order. The archbishop of Buenos Aires, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, took as his papal name Francis

44: US $160Million for FOGL’s Falkland Oil - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.03.2013

Over the next two years FOGL plans to invest US$160mn in exploration offshore the Falkland Islands and will invest it to acquire over 10,000km2 3D seismic in the period.

45: Commonwealth Day Message 2013 - All (Heritage) - 23.03.2013

This year’s Commonwealth theme, ‘Opportunity through Enterprise’, is a celebration of our achievements, particularly those that may have seemed challenging, daunting or even impossible, which have helped to build strength, resilience and pride in our young people, in our communities and in our nations.

46: COMMONWEALTH DAY 2013 ‘OPPORTUNITY THROUGH ENTERPRISE’ - St Helena (Heritage) - 23.03.2013

This year’s Commonwealth Day (held each year on the second Monday in March) celebrated economic innovation throughout the Commonwealth and a shared commitment towards youth, social and sustainable enterprise.

47: St Helena: CONSTITUTIONAL POLL – REMINDERS - St Helena (Legal) - 23.03.2013

The Constitution consultation document, ‘Improving Democracy and Accountability’ (which can be viewed on the SHG website on the homepage www.sainthelena.gov.sh), explains that experience of operating the current Council system has encountered practical problems. The problems described in the document can be partially resolved by restoring the direct lines of accountability between Committee Chairmen and Executive Council, reverting to the situation which existed before 2009.

48: ST. HELENA: CONSTITUTIONAL POLL - St Helena (Legal) - 23.03.2013

The Constitution consultation document, ‘Improving Democracy and Accountability’ (which can be viewed on the SHG website on the homepage www.sainthelena.gov.sh), explains that experience of operating the current Council system has encountered practical problems. The problems described in the document can be partially resolved by restoring the direct lines of accountability between Committee Chairmen and Executive Council, reverting to the situation which existed before 2009.

49: 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.

50: 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.

51: Falklands Referendum: 92% Turn-out - Falklands (Legal) - 12.03.2013

Despite cold, blowy and sometimes snowy weather, 92% of the registered voters in the Falkland Islands cast a ballot in the Referendum.

52: Falklands Vote 98.8% Yes - Falklands (Legal) - 12.03.2013

Of the 1519 votes cast 1513 votes were yes and 3 votes no

53: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY THE HON MRS JAN CHEEK - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I think the Honourable Gavin Short has achieved a personal best at this meeting in terms of length and content of his speech.

54: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Ian Hansen - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

I am going to mention first of all the recent BICMR CPA held here last week. I have been to three of these regionals before including the one here in 2004 but I think this one was quite exceptional and very good. I think probably because of the combination of extremely good subject matter and some excellent lead speakers and, of course, the exemplary organisation from Claudette and Cherie.

55: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Dick Sawle - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I would just like to echo my Honourable Colleague Ian Hansen’s remarks about the CPABIMR meeting.

56: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, In rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I will start by raising the CPA visit of last week. I thought it went off superbly well. It was very well organised. And thank-you to our Clerk, Claudette, ably assisted by Cherie.

57: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Gavin Short - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members I am just trying to get in early perhaps to give people a target or two to shoot back at.

58: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Mike Summers - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I would very much like to associate myself with the remarks made about the IMR Conference recently. And I won’t repeat all those thanks again but they are nevertheless heartfelt.

59: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY THE HON DR BARRY ELSBY - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to speak to the Motion I, too, would like to echo the comments made already by my Honourable Colleagues in relation to the success of the recent CPA Conference here and also the thanks that has been extended to Brigadier Aldridge and his family as they leave the Islands.

60: MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT SPEECH BY THE HON MRS SHARON HALFORD - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.03.2013

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment, I would like to touch on a few issues.

61: 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.

62: 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).

63: 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.

64: 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.

65: 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

66: 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).

67: NEW PROGRAMME FOR THE SOUTH ATLANTIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE - All (Environment) - 09.03.2013

The South Atlantic Environmental Research Institute (SAERI) is Developing a Falkland Islands and wider South Atlantic Information Management System and GIS Centre.

68: 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.

69: 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.

70: 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

71: LECTURE BY MICHAEL KEATING to Regional CPA Conference in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.03.2013

Though I am not from here I feel at home because the landscape and the hospitality of the people but the landscape here reminds me so much of the western isles of Scotland and the west of Ireland particularly today with the wind coming off the Atlantic. So it’s a great pleasure to be here and to talk about this very difficult and very complex issue of self-determination.

72: SPEECH BY THE RT HON THE BARONESS SCOTLAND OF ASTHAL QC REGION ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Tuesday, 12 February 2013 - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.03.2013

Thank you very much for inviting me to come and do this speech. Can I say what a real pleasure it is to be back in the Falkland Islands and what a privilege it is to be asked to speak on a subject of such topical and definite importance to the Commonwealth and to the Falkland Islands in particular at this time?

73: Legislative Assembly February Meeting: Legislation - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.03.2013

KP: Mr Speaker, Honourable members, this is a short Bill which will provide a new legal base for the collection and publication of Agricultural statistics.

74: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY THURSDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2013 Questions for Oral Answer - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.03.2013

A meeting of legislative Assembly took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 0930hrs on Thursday, 21 February 2013. Present were MLAs Cheek, Edwards, Elsby, Halford, Hansen, Sawle, Short and Summers. The Chief Executive, the Hon Mr Keith Padgett, Financial Secretary, the Hon Ms Nicola Granger, Speaker, the Hon Mr Keith Biles, Clerk of Assembly Mrs Claudette Anderson-Prior, MBE and the Chief of Staff at MPA, GP Captain Stephen Ward, MBE.

75: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY THURSDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2013 MOTIONS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.03.2013

That, pursuant to section 10 of the Stanley Common Ordinance (Title 34.5), this House resolves to approve the making of the Mullet Creek Track Regulations 2013.

76: 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.

77: (BIMR) Annual Conference Ends with Self-Determination the Central Theme - Falklands (Education) - 22.02.2013

Described as both fascinating and thought provoking, the 43rd British Islands and Mediterranean Region (BIMR) Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), held in the Falkland Islands has ended.

78: Hon. Ian Hansen Assumes Responsibility for the Minerals Portfolio - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.02.2013

Following the announcement in the Legislative Assembly meeting of 21st February 2013, The Hon. Barry Elsby has relinquished responsibility for the Minerals portfolio due to a conflict of interest.

79: Falklands: Executive Council Report 20th February 2013 - Falklands (Legal) - 22.02.2013

The Hon Jan Cheek, the Hon Ian Hansen and I attended Exco on the 20th February. The agenda was a fairly light one this month. Under matters arising from the previous meeting, we noted that the second legislative drafter was expected to arrive in the Falklands in early Match

80: 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.

81: 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.

82: 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).

83: 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.

84: ‘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.

85: 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.

86: 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

87: 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.

88: St Helena KERISHA STEVENS TO UK FOR WHITEHALL ATTACHMENTS - St Helena (Education) - 16.02.2013

SHG Public Relations Officer, Kerisha Stevens, this week travels to the UK to undertake a six-week programme of work experience attached to UK Government Press Offices, funded under the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s (FCO’s) Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Fund.

89: 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.

90: 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.

91: 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,”

92: 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.

93: Oliva lifeboat has washed ashore in Australia - Tristan (Tourism/Travel) - 06.02.2013

Now almost two years later it has been found washed ashore at Coorong in South Australia

94: 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.

95: CONGRESSMAN THOMAS PETRI IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 03.02.2013

Congressman Thomas Petri, representing Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District is serving his 17th term in the U.S. House of Representatives has been visiting the Falklands since Monday

96: FIRS TACKLES LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND MLA DICK SAWLE - Falklands (Legal) - 03.02.2013

On Wednesday, 29 January 2013 Stacy Bragger discussed problems that have been identified with the laws of the Falklands.

97: 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’.

98: “ASPIRE TO RESTORE THE SPIRE!”ST JAMES’ CHURCH STEEPLE RESTORATION APPEAL - St Helena (Heritage) - 03.02.2013

An Appeal has been launched to restore the spire of St James’ Church, the oldest Anglican Church in the Southern Hemisphere, led by appeal organisers, Ivy Ellick, OBE and Cathy Hopkins, MBE.

99: IMPROVEMENTS IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL WELFARE - St Helena (Health) - 03.02.2013

The Health and Social Welfare Directorate has recently seen the return of three medical staff and a new addition to their medical team.

100: St Helena: ETHEL CELEBRATES HER CENTURY - St Helena (Heritage) - 03.02.2013

On Monday 28 January, a tea party was held at Plantation House to celebrate the 100th birthday of Mrs Ethel Sim, the eldest resident on the Island. Hosted by HE the Governor and Mrs Capes, the party began at 3pm with family and friends in attendance.

101: 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.

102: 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.

103: 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.

104: “Not without Falklands Representation,” Hague Tells Timmerman - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.01.2013

Argentine Foreign Minister, Mr Hector Timerman will visit London next week and has requested a meeting with the UK Foreign Secretary William Hague.

105: Falklands Prepare for CPA Regional Conference - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.01.2013

The 43rd British Islands and Mediterranean Region (BIMR) Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) will be hosted in the Falkland Islands. Venue dates are 11th - 15th February 2013.

106: Falklands Executive Council Report 23 January 2013 - Falklands (Legal) - 26.01.2013

To begin with, the task status report for this month was noted, then approval was given in principle for the minting and issue of a commemorative coin in anticipation of the Centenary of the First World War.

107: Former Colonial Secretary Aubrey Denton-Thompson Dies at 92 - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.01.2013

Well liked, he presented a Children’s Programme over the radio. He will be missed by those who knew him both in the Falklands and elsewhere world-wide.

108: 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.

109: Falklands: AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES PRESENTED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Education) - 26.01.2013

Twenty-three people received awards and certificates at Government House on Thursday. Acting Governor, Ms Sandra Tyler-Haywood, presented the certificates

110: WEEKLY FALKLANDS HYDROCARBONS NEWS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.01.2013

Rockhopper Exploration plc announces that Dave Bodecott, Exploration Director, is retiring from the Board of Directors and will be leaving the Company on 31 January 2013

111: 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.

112: 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.

113: 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.

114: 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.

115: COUNCILLOR RAYMOND WILLIAMS DEPARTS FOR FALKLANDS CONFERENCE - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 26.01.2013

Councillor Raymond Williams departs the Island today Friday 25 January, to attend the 43rd British Island and Mediterranean Region (BIMR) Conference on the Falkland Islands from 11-15 February 2013.

116: South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands Add New Spatial and Temporal Closed Areas to Marine Protected Area - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 21.01.2013

Scientific advice and a stakeholder consultation have resulted in the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) announcing the addition of extra spatial and temporal protection to the existing South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands Marine Protected Area (SGSSI MPA).

117: Falklands Discuss Future Impact of the Oil & Gas Sector on the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.01.2013

FIG has commissioned Regeneris Consulting to lead a study exploring the possible impacts of the oil and gas sector on the economy and society of the Islands over the next 20 years.

118: QUARK LOSES FISHERY LICENCE REVIEW - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.01.2013

The four principle grounds for supporting the contention by Quark Fishing Limited that the decision by the Director of Fisheries for the South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands Government not to grant a fishing licence for the South Georgia Fishery to the Company for the 2012 season had been unlawful has been rejected in a judgment by Lord Chief Justice Christopher Gardner QC delivered this morning.

119: 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.

120: All set for the South Georgia Hazard Forecasting Project - Falklands (Environment) - 19.01.2013

In early January 2013 Ralph Burton, Barbara Brooks, Alan Gadian and James Groves are heading to the island of South Georgia via the Falklands.

121: RESULTS OF THE RECENT DOG HYDATID SURVEY - Falklands (Agriculture) - 19.01.2013

By Steve Pointing (Wool Press)

122: 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.

123: 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).

124: ST HELENA MOORINGS ‘WORLD CLASS’ - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 19.01.2013

St Helena Island now boasts ‘World Class’ moorings. Eight months of hard work and commitment have resulted in a high quality and robust mooring field for visiting yachts. Situated on the Western side of James’ Bay, the new moorings were completed in time for the finish of the 2012 Governor’s Cup Yacht Race and have received fantastic comments from race participants.

125: St Helena CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM: A CHIEF COUNCILLOR? - St Helena (Legal) - 19.01.2013

In 2009 a new Constitution was adopted for St Helena (and for Ascension and Tristan da Cunha). It brought many changes, which seem generally to be thought to have been improvements upon the previous systems, which dated from 1988.

126: Tristan: Public Notice published on Friday 18th January - Tristan (Heritage) - 19.01.2013

We are pleased to announce that Her Majesty the Queen has awarded an honorary MBE to Captain Clarence October, Captain of the MV Edinburgh for his services to the community of Tristan da Cunha.

127: Dates and Question set for the Referendum on Falkland Islands Political Status, 2013 - Falklands (Legal) - 19.01.2013

On Tuesday 12th June 2012 the Falkland Islands Government announced its intention to hold a referendum, in order to enable Falkland Islanders to express their view on the political status of the Falkland Islands. The Falkland Islands Government can now confirm the dates of the referendum, and the final wording of the question.

128: P&O Cruises Scrap Argentine Ports - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 13.01.2013

Cruise-liners Arcadia and Adonia will not dock in Argentina because of pressure with the country over the Falklands.

129: ARGENTINE BULLIES PROTEST AGAINST FALKLANDS BOUND CRUISE SHIPS - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 12.01.2013

Britain last night condemned the bullying by Argentine activists after flag burning crowds at the gate to the dock in Buenos Aires

130: ROCKHOPPER ANNOUNCES EXPLORATION DRILLING FOR 2014 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.01.2013

Rockhopper Exploration has announced that significant upside potential remains and a further exploration drilling campaign for its acreage in the North Falkland Basin; and is planned for 2014.

131: 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

132: EDUCATIONAL PROGRESS FOR THE FALKLAND ISLANDS - Falklands (Education) - 12.01.2013

Congratulations to Alan Daniels at the Falkland Islands Community School (FICS) who has now been appointed as the Lead Teacher of Mathematics.

133: 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.

134: MEET THE NEW TOURISM DIRECTOR – CATHY ALBERTS - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 12.01.2013

New Director of St Helena Tourism, Cathy Alberts - responsible for the development and promotion of a sustainable tourism industry for St Helena for the benefit of the Saint community, tourism sector and investors - arrived on the Island on 28 December 2012 and takes over from previous Tourism Development Executive, Mike Dean.

135: 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.

136: St Helena: CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM & UTILITIES DIVESTMENT - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 12.01.2013

In the month of January, public information sessions will be held on proposed Constitutional changes as well as offering the provision of information on Utilities Divestment (water and energy).

137: St Helena: EXCO REPORT - meeting of 8 January 2013 - St Helena (Legal) - 12.01.2013

I’m very pleased to be back on St Helena and just in time to meet and congratulate the teams who competed so well in the exciting Governor’s Cup Yacht Race.

138: 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.

139: 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.

140: 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.

141: 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.

142: 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.

143: 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.

144: 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.

145: 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.

146: 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.

147: 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)

148: 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.

149: Prime Minister's Christmas Message for the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.12.2012

2012 has been a memorable year for all of us. It’s been a year of happy celebrations but a year of more sober commemorations too. In London and Stanley, we celebrated the Diamond Jubilee, marking the sixtieth year of Her Majesty the Queen’s reign. The genuine and deep affection for Her Majesty both here and in the Falklands reminded us of the ties that bind us together.

150: 98th BATTLE OF THE FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY REPORT - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.12.2012

A day of celebration arranged to commemorate the 98th anniversary of the Battle of the Falklands was held on Saturday, 08 December 2012 in various locations to remember the six British sailors and 2,260 German sailors who lost their lives during the naval engagements on 08 December 1914.

151: 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.

152: ALL SET FOR THE ANNUAL STANLEY RAFT RACE 2013 - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.12.2012

The Annual Stanley Raft Race will be held on 1st January 2013, from ‘B’ Slip to the Narrows Beach (adjacent to the Narrows Bar). Rafts should be at ‘B’ Slip ready for inspection at 1130 ready for a midday start. Entry Fee is £10.00 per raft, and classes of Traditional and Super raft will be allocated to each raft by the organisers.

153: 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.

154: 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.

155: Colin Roberts, CVO Appointed as Falklands Governor Designate - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 22.12.2012

The Falkland Islands Government were today delighted to hear news of the appointment of Mr Colin Roberts CVO as the next Governor of the Falkland Islands.

156: Falklands Executive Council Report 19 December 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 22.12.2012

All three elected members and all ex officio members were present for this, the last meeting of the year. As always in December we had a shorter agenda as it should be urgent items only.

157: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 20 DECEMBER 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 22.12.2012

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Thursday, 20 December 2012 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall. Present were the Speaker, the Hon Mr Keith Biles, the Clerk of Council, Mrs Claudette Anderson-Prior, The Financial Secretary Mrs Nicola Granger, the Chief Executive, Mr Keith Padgett, the Commander British Forces South Atlantic Islands Brig Bill Aldridge and MLAs Short, Cheek, Hansen, Edwards, Halford and Sawle.

158: OVERSEAS TERRITORIES (OTS) JOINT MINISTERIAL COUNCIL REPORT - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.12.2012

‘I attended the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council at Lancaster House, London, from 3 to 5 December.

159: CLOSURE OF SAINT FM - St Helena (Heritage) - 22.12.2012

The UK Government and SHG value the diversity of media and opinion in St Helena, just as in other Overseas Territories, and we recognise Saint FM’s contribution to informing the public and stimulating public debate, as well as its entertainment value.

160: 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.

161: St HELENA EXCO MEETING of 18 DECEMBER 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 22.12.2012

Before I discuss today’s ExCo, I would like to report on the special ExCo we had a fortnight ago on Divestment of Energy and Water Utilities. We considered the proposed regulatory framework for Divestment which had been postponed from the previous meeting to allow Councillors a chance to discuss further specific proposals contained within the paper.

162: 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?

163: 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.

164: 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.

165: 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’.

166: 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.

167: St Helena: GOVERNOR’S CHRISTMAS MESSAGE - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 22.12.2012

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ and as another year draws to an end, many people will pause to reflect on the events of the past year. I see it as a year of progress and adjustment.

168: St Helena: 1000TH DIVE FOR DARWIN PROJECT MANAGER - St Helena (Environment) - 22.12.2012

The Environmental Management Directorate’s Darwin Project Manager, Dr Judith Brown, last week completed her 1000th dive in the sub-tropical waters of St Helena Island.

169: 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.

170: 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:

171: 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

172: FOGL COMPLETES DRILLING OPERATIONS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.12.2012

Falkland Islands Oil and Gas Ltd has announced the completion of the 2012 drilling programme by stating that the Scotia well (F31/12-01) has been successfully plugged and abandoned,

173: 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

174: NEW/OLD FALKLANDS’ DEPARTMENT’ RETURNS TO FCO - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2012

Peter Hayes, Director of the Overseas Territories, has announced the reestablishment of a Falklands Department at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

175: 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.

176: Cheek and Halford attend UK and Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2012

The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek and the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford are attending the Joint Ministerial Council, which met for the first time today, bringing together political leaders from the Overseas Territories and UK Ministers to work together on several issues including strengthening economies and the environment.

177: Match against Isolation Cavaliers - Falklands (Snippets) - 09.12.2012

The standard of cricket in Barbados is absolutely awesome. Cricket is the national sport and the facilities are first class.

178: Communiqué Issued by Joint Ministerial Council - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2012

The Joint Ministerial Council has closed with the agreement of a joint communiqué which sets out priority issues and a comprehensive action plan for joint work in the coming year.

179: SHAYLA ELLICK AWARDED UNIVERISTY PRIZE FOR HIGHEST MARKS - St Helena (Education) - 09.12.2012

St Helenian student, Shayla Ellick (of Cow Path), has graduated from the University of Hertfordshire with a 1st Class Honours Degree in Environmental Management and a University Prize for receiving the highest marks for her course.

180: REAPPOINTMENT OF ST HELENA SHERIFF - St Helena (Legal) - 09.12.2012

Greta Pat Musk MBE JP has been reappointed today as Sheriff of St Helena by Acting Governor Owen O’Sullivan, in the Governor’s Office at the Castle (pictured). This reappointment will take effect from 1 January 2013. The Sheriff’s Prescribed Oaths were taken before the Acting Governor.

181: St Helena DIVESTMENT OF UTILITIES - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2012

At a special meeting of ExCo today (4 December 2012), Council agreed final plans for the Divestment of Energy and Water utilities on St Helena.

182: 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.

183: 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 -

184: 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.

185: Falklands Oil and Gas Development Group Meeting Report - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 30.11.2012

All three draft reports from the legislation and oil readiness reviews have been received by FIG and will be considered in the coming months before recommendations are submitted to ExCo early in the new year for approval.

186: St Helena VISIT OF THE RRS ERNEST SHACKLETON - St Helena (Education) - 30.11.2012

The RRS Ernest Shackleton, a Royal Research Ship operated by the British Antarctic Survey, stopped at St Helena yesterday en-route from the UK to Cape Town.

187: St Helena GOVERNOR CAPES RECEIVES GOVERNOR’S CUP TROPHY - St Helena (Education) - 30.11.2012

His Excellency Governor Capes yesterday received the Governor’s Cup itself, which he will present to the winning yacht of this year’s Governor’s Cup Yacht Race.

188: ARGENTINE BULLIES BLAMED FOR CRUISE SHIP CANCELLATIONS - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 28.11.2012

The Hon Mr Mike Summers, MLA has held a press conference at Gilbert House at 1000hrs on Monday, 26 November 2012.

189: 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

190: Falklands: POOR SHOW FOR SCOTIA WELL - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.11.2012

FOGL has announced that results of the Scotia exploration Well 31/12-01 was drilled to a depth of 5,555m and that the well penetrated the mid Cretaceous aged reservoir objective on prognosis. The Scotia objective had been identified on the basis of its seismic amplitude response. Strong gas shows (C1 to C51)were encountered whilst drilling the target section.

191: 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.

192: St Helena: FINANCE DIRECTORATE RESTRUCTURING - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 28.11.2012

As announced last week, St Helena Government (SHG) is currently modernising and restructuring. As part of these changes, the Finance Directorate will, from 1 January 2013, form part of Corporate Services.

193: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 27 November 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 28.11.2012

EXCO sat this morning to consider a number of agenda items. Before we entered into the main substance of the meeting, we had a discussion about the recent re-structuring of SHG. I made it clear that the plans provided to ExCo last week were to inform Elected Members, as we already have a clear mandate under the MoU to take this work forward. Further information will be provided both internally in SHG and to the public as the re-structuring progresses.

194: GOVERNOR PROMOTES ST HELENA IN CAPE TOWN - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 28.11.2012

HE the Governor, Mark Capes, arrived in Cape Town from the UK last night (Sunday), to begin a busy three-day programme representing St Helena, including meetings with the British Consul, the Western Cape Government, organisers of the Governor’s Cup Yacht Race,

195: 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.

196: 5th ANNIVERSARY FOR HIS LORDSHIP AND FORMAL OPENING OF ST HELENA SUPREME COURT - St Helena (Legal) - 24.11.2012

The formal opening of St Helena Supreme Court took place today with a special parade to mark the five year anniversary since the appointment of His Lordship, the Chief Justice, Charles Ekins Esq.

197: Pazmiño Remarks – Falklands Issue Point by Point Rebuttal - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 24.11.2012

The Falkland Islands Government has reacted to the 8th October 2012 interview that Diego Morejón Pazmiño, Chairman of the United Nations Committee of 24, carried out with the Argentine national newspaper, Tiempo Argentino.

198: 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.

199: GEORGIA SEAFOOD LTD ATTENDS CHINA SEAFOOD SHOW 2012 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 22.11.2012

Georgia Seafoods, a Falkland’s fishing company, joined Scottish and English seafood producers to exhibit as part of the UK pavilion at the China Fisheries & Seafood Exposition held in Dalian, China last week.

200: Flags half-mast for Gerard “Fred” Robson - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.11.2012

Gerard “Fred” Robson, who served over 35 years with the Falkland Islands Government, has died at the age of 59.

201: 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.

202: 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.

203: Jonathan Grun, Vice President of the Society of Editors Welcomes Lord Hunt - Falklands (Education) - 22.11.2012

Good evening ladies and gentleman. First I would like to thank on your behalf the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Gavin Robinson and Belfast City Council for the warm welcome they have given us and for allowing us to use this splendid and historic hall.

204: SOCIETY OF EDITORS LECTURE BY LORD HUNT OF WIRRAL - Falklands (Education) - 22.11.2012

Delivering the Society of Editors lecture at the annual conference in Belfast on Sunday 11 November 2012, the Rt Hon Lord Hunt of Wirral MBE, chairman of the Press Complaints Commission, said:

205: St Helena: LAUNCH OF SOLID WASTE STRATEGY - St Helena (Environment) - 22.11.2012

St Helena’s new strategy for Solid Waste Management was officially launched on Tuesday 20 November 2012 with a Press Briefing at the Millennium Forest and site visit to the Horse Point Landfill.

206: FCO’S HANNAH CHADWICK DEPARTS ST HELENA - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.11.2012

After a busy week on St Helena, FCO’s Desk Officer for St Helena and Ascension, Hannah Chadwick leaves the Island tomorrow to return to London.

207: 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.

208: 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.

209: 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).

210: FINAL DIAMOND JUBILEE MEDAL PRESENTED - St Helena (Heritage) - 22.11.2012

Tania Augustus of the St Helena Prison Service was presented with her Diamond Jubilee Medal on Thursday 8 November by HE Governor Capes at his Office in the Castle.

211: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 13 November 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 22.11.2012

Before I begin my report on our meeting of EXCO today I want to say a few words about the sad loss of our friend and former Councillor Michael Benjamin, affectionately known as ‘Newpence’, who passed away on Friday last week

212: 25 YEARS ON ST HELENA - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 22.11.2012

On Saturday 10 November, at a Garden Party hosted by French Consul Mons. Michel Dancoisne-Martineau at the Briars Pavilion on St Helena, one hundred invited guests gathered to celebrate his 25 years as guardian of the Napoleonic heritage on St Helena.

213: RMS ST HELENA - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 22.11.2012

SHG reported yesterday that the RMS St Helena has suffered a technical problem with the turbo-charger on her portside engine, meaning that the ship can currently travel on one engine instead of two, and necessitating a major repair.

214: FRENCH TEACHING RETURNS TO PRINCE ANDREW SCHOOL - St Helena (Education) - 22.11.2012

Since September 2012 students at Prince Andrew School have had the opportunity to study French once again.

215: COME AND SEE HOW SOLID WASTE WILL BE MANAGED IN THE FUTURE - St Helena (Environment) - 22.11.2012

The official launch of the St Helena Solid Waste Management Strategy will take place on Tuesday 20 November 2012 at 1.30pm at the Millennium Forest.

216: St Helena LAUNCHING – THE FUTURE OF SOLID WASTE - St Helena (Environment) - 22.11.2012

Tomorrow is the official launch of the St Helena Solid Waste Management Strategy – committed to managing solid waste in a more sustainable way in future years

217: UPDATE ON THE INFRASTRUCTURE, UTILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMME QUARTERLY – ISSUE NO. 2 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.11.2012

The main purpose of the project is to provide expanded sheltered accommodation at Cape Villa, Plantation, to meet projected increases in the Island’s ageing population, with six new units. A contractor has been identified and work will start shortly.

218: SHG RESTRUCTURING - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.11.2012

The signing of the airport contract in November last year represents a game-changing moment for St Helena and signalled a major transformation for the Island. Both the public and private sectors are adapting to the opportunities and challenges this presents, within the overall theme of economic growth and raised productivity and increased efficiency in the public sector.

219: 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?’

220: 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.

221: 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

222: ATTORNEY GENERAL BACK ON St Helena - St Helena (Legal) - 22.11.2012

Attorney General Ken Baddon has returned to the Island having attending the annual Conference of the Attorneys General of the British Overseas Territories (OTs) held in Bermuda.

223: 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.

224: 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.

225: 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.

226: Falklands Mark the Passing of Sir Rex Hunt CMG - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.11.2012

It is with great sadness that the people of the Falkland Islands heard of the passing of one remarkable Governor – Sir Rex Hunt. He was much loved by Falkland Islanders who saw him as a beacon of light during the dark days of 1982.

227: Falklands LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 25 OCTOBER 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

A session of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Thursday, 25 October 2012 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

228: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Ian Hansen: - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment; I think two things in particular seem to be the reason for phone calls recently.

229: Falklands Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, indeed I do have something to follow on from my colleague, Ian Hansen about the roads – in fact, tracks

230: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I, too, would like to welcome the new Chief of Staff and as always we thank the Forces for providing the deterrent defence of our Islands.

231: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Mike Summers - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I, too, would like to welcome the Chief of Staff to this House and to welcome him and hopefully his family to the Falklands. And I take the opportunity as well to thank all Members of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces for providing the defence deterrent that they do

232: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Gavin Short - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to speak to the Motion, I would like to touch on a few points. Perhaps I will take something my Honourable Colleague to my right touched on when he spoke of a two tier earning system here in the Islands.

233: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to add my support what the Honourable Roger Edwards said about the need for accommodation for FIMCO workers but with that, I believe we need accommodation for other workers also.

234: Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum Report - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.10.2012

The third meeting of the Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum took place on 5th October in the Chamber of Commerce.

235: Falklands’ Summary of Executive Council Meeting 24 October 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2012

The meeting of Executive Council held on the 24th October 2012 was attended by the Hon Jan Cheek, the Hon Sharon Halford and the Hon Dick Sawle.

236: 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.

237: FOGL COMPLETES NOBLE FARM-OUT - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.10.2012

FOGL, has announced the completion of the farm-out agreement with Noble Energy Falklands Limited ("Noble"), an affiliate of Noble Energy, Inc. and the signing of agreements with Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS) for the acquisition and processing of two new 3D seismic surveys. The Company is also providing an update on the Scotia well.

238: 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.

239: Stanley Man Incurs Heavy Fine for Driving While Using Mobile Phone - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2012

Stanley Court has heavily fined a local man, Dylan Stephenson, who pleaded Guilty by post to the offence of Using a Mobile Telephone whilst Driving.

240: 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.

241: Lawyers’ Directory Launched in the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2012

Carl Gumsley, the Senior Magistrate, has been looking at other ways to promote a greater understanding of what role the Courts have in society and to promote greater access to the justice system.

242: Argos Announces Result of Annual General Meeting - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.10.2012

Argos Resources Limited has announced that at the Annual General Meeting of the Company held in the Falkland Islands on 19 October 2012, all resolutions were duly passed by shareholders.

243: 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.

244: 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.

245: 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.

246: FALKLANDS HYDROCARBONS WEEK (22-26 Oct 12) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.10.2012

FOGL, has announced the completion of the farm-out agreement with Noble Energy Falklands Limited ("Noble"), an affiliate of Noble Energy, Inc. and the signing of agreements with Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS) for the acquisition and processing of two new 3D seismic surveys. The Company is also providing an update on the Scotia well.

247: 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.

248: 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.

249: 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.

250: 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.

251: 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.

252: 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,

253: 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.

254: 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.

255: 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.

256: ST HELENA FISHING INDUSTRY MOVING FORWARD - St Helena (Fisheries) - 20.10.2012

On Monday evening Chris Bagnall, visiting Business Advisor met with the Fishermen’s Association. This gave Chris a good opportunity to familiarise himself with the work of the Association and to learn about any concerns that they might have.

257: 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.

258: NEW DIRECTOR FOR OVERSEAS TERRITORIES - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 20.10.2012

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has announced that the new Director for the Overseas Territories is Peter Hayes, who took up office on 15 October 2012, replacing Colin Roberts, who is taking up another Diplomatic Service posting.

259: St Helena MEDIA STANDARDS ORDINANCE NOW IN FORCE - St Helena (Legal) - 20.10.2012

The Executive Council Meeting of 2 October 2012 approved the Media Standards (Commencement) Order, 2012 which brought into force on 9 October the Media Standards Ordinance 2011 and consequently the Media Standards Commission Regulations, 2012.

260: COUNCILLOR GREEN REPORTS ON COMMONWEALTH CONFERENCE - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 20.10.2012

Councillor Tony Green returned to the Island last week, having attended the 58th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Sri Lanka and the EU-OCT forum in Greenland

261: 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.

262: DUKE OF KENT TO VISIT THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.10.2012

Government House has announced the dates for the visit to the Falkland Islands by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent in November 2012.

263: 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.

264: DARWIN PLUS ANNOUNCED - S.Atlantic (Environment) - 20.10.2012

A creation of a new UK Government fund which will help preserve the rich environmental assets in the Overseas Territories (OTs) has been announced.

265: FALKLANDS HYDROCARBONS WEEK 10/20/12 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.10.2012

We look at hydrocarbons news about the Falklands during the week of 14-20 October 2012

266: SHIPS’ NAMES ON CAMBER RE-PAINTED - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.10.2012

A team of eleven from the RFA Gold Rover along with children from the youth groups and their representatives have painted the stones on the Camber.

267: Foreign Secretary William Hague's speech at the Conservative Party Conference - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 14.10.2012

“Thank you also to my outstanding team in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office: Sayeeda Warsi, David Lidington, Hugo Swire, Alistair Burt, Mark Simmonds, Stephen Green and my PPS Keith Simpson. Give them all a round of applause.

268: 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.

269: ROCKHOPPER AND PLEXUS PRESENT SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT ASSESSMENT - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.10.2012

Rockhopper Exploration and Plexus Energy presented a socio economic Assessment in a unique location – the Narrows Bar – on Wednesday, 10 October 2012.

270: 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.

271: HMS PROTECTOR VISITS ST HELENA - St Helena (Heritage) - 14.10.2012

“HMS Protector was taken into service last year to replace HMS Endurance which has been a visitor to St Helena in the past.

272: OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF ST HELENA’S NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN - St Helena (Environment) - 14.10.2012

St Helena’s National Environmental Management Plan (NEMP) which sets out a blueprint for delivery of National Goal 3, ‘Effective Management of the Environment’ was officially launched at the Consulate Ballroom on Tuesday 9 October 2012.

273: 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.

274: FALKLANDS HYDROCARBONS WEEK - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.10.2012

Rockhopper Exploration plc has updated its farm-out agreement with Premier Oil plc Rockhopper announced that it has received formal agreement from the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) and both relevant licensees to the farm-out agreement with Premier Oil plc.

275: EU - OCT FORUM, 26- 27 SEPTEMBER, ILULISSAT, GREENLAND: UK STATEMENT - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 07.10.2012

Deputy Director General, Premier Kleist, Minister, Premiers, Heads of Delegations and other distinguished guests, the Minister for the British Overseas Territories, Mark Simmonds, can’t be here today as, like the Commissioner, he has travelled to New York for the General Assembly. He has asked me to read the following message:

276: 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.

277: 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.

278: Wanted: outstanding overseas conservationists JNCC launches the 2012 Blue Turtle Award - St Helena (Environment) - 06.10.2012

There are many examples of incredible work being done to conserve biodiversity in the Overseas Territories

279: 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.

280: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 2 October 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 06.10.2012

Today we assembled to consider one information paper and three papers seeking a decision. The information paper was simply an update on the progress of the report to Legislative Council by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of its formal session held on 13 January 2012.

281: 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.

282: 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.

283: Falklands Welcome New Director of Health and Social Services - Falklands (Health) - 06.10.2012

David Jenkins, currently Director of Health and Education for the Falkland Islands Government has been appointed to the post of Director of Health and Social Services. He will take up his new role with effect from January 2013 following a restructure which will see Education form a separate Directorate.

284: Earwig Control Considered at Environmental Committee Meeting - Falklands (Agriculture) - 06.10.2012

The Environmental Officer has reported that the paper on Earwig Control had gone to the August meeting of Executive Council (EXCO) where it received a lukewarm reception because EXCO’s members expressed concern about the introduction of biological control agents.

285: WILD MUSHROOM POISONING REPORTED IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Health) - 06.10.2012

A local woman has recently been poisoned by wild mushrooms she found while rambling in Camp.

286: BORDERS & SOUTHERN ANNOUNCE INTERIM RESULTS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.09.2012

Borders & Southern have announced its interim financial results for the six month period ending 30 June 2012. The announcement indicates that the company

287: 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.

288: 58th COMMONWEALTH PARLIAMENTARY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE REPORT - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.09.2012

The Hon Mr Gavin Short MLA and the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA attended the week-long conference that brought together some 800 parliamentarians and parliamentary officers from 175 branches of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association.

289: HMS Edinburgh leaves Portsmouth on last deployment - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.09.2012

HMS Edinburgh is scheduled to work on counter-drug trafficking measures off West Africa before visiting the Caribbean and the US, returning to Portsmouth in March 2013.

290: Dauntless hosts key summit on visit to Colombia - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.09.2012

HMS Dauntless served as the setting for inaugural annual defence talks between Britain and Colombia when she visited Cartagena. The new Type 45 destroyer once again served as a floating venue for events promoting the best of British on the latest leg of her Auriga 12 deployment to the North and South Atlantic.

291: Conservation Ball Raises £23,000 - Falklands (Environment) - 30.09.2012

Those who did not attend the Conservation Ball missed a lot of food, fun and atmosphere.

292: 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.

293: 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.

294: 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.

295: St Helena Announces Prohibited Exports - St Helena (Legal) - 30.09.2012

HM Customs and Revenue wishes to alert the Public and Trade to the provisions of the Customs (Export and Import Control) Regulation- Section 41 Second Schedule –

296: 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.

297: 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.

298: MORE AIRBRIDGE SEATS FOR ST HELENA AND ASCENSION ISLAND - All (Tourism/Travel) - 30.09.2012

The St Helena and Ascension Island Government are pleased to announce an increase in the number of Airbridge seats between Ascension and Brize Norton available for sale to members of the public for flights connecting with sailings of the RMS St Helena.

299: 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.

300: FALKLANDS CELEBRATE CHILEAN INDEPENDENCE DAY - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.09.2012

Chileans in the Falklands have celebrated the 202nd anniversary of their independence with a reception at Government House on Tuesday, 18 September 2012.

301: 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.

302: 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

303: Falklands: Gas Discovery for Loligo (42/07-01) Well - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.09.2012

FOGL has announced that the Loligo exploration well is a gas discovery, with the Loligo well proving a working hydrocarbon system in the northern part of the East Falkland basin and demonstrating that Loligo is a viable stratigraphic trap

304: DESIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES INTERIM RESULTS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.09.2012

Desire Petroleum plc (AIM:DES) has announced its Interim Results for the six months ended 30 June 2012. The announcement features a Competent Person's Report ('CPR') on the 14/15-4a well results give net to Desire contingent resources of 85 MMstb oil and 178 bcf gas.

305: 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).

306: 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.

307: 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.

308: 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.

309: 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.

310: 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.

311: 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.

312: New faces for South Atlantic British Overseas Territories after Cabinet Reshuffle - All (Gen - Government) - 15.09.2012

THE Foreign and Commonwealth Office has released details of Mark Simmonds’ new role in the Government. The Boston and Skegness MP has been appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State as part of David Cameron’s reshuffle.

313: 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.

314: 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,

315: Speculation and Price Movement forces FOGL Drilling update - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.09.2012

Falkland Islands Oil & Gas (FOGL) has provided update on drilling operations at the Loligo prospect following recent market speculation.

316: 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

317: FIG Announces Appointment of Financial Secretary - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.09.2012

Nicola Granger, the Deputy Financial Secretary, has been appointed Financial Secretary, the Falkland Islands’ Government announced on Tuesday.

318: 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.

319: 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.

320: St Helena: VISIT BY FCO OFFICIAL - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 15.09.2012

Arriving on the Island on Thursday, 4 October 2012 will be Dr Martin Longden, Deputy Director of the Overseas Territories Directorate in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. This will be a familiarisation visit and during his stay of approximately one week he will be meeting with

321: 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.

322: 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.

323: 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

324: SUCCESSFUL OPEN DAY FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT CONSULTATION - St Helena (Education) - 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.

325: St Helena ALL CLEAR FOR RUPERTS WATER SUPPLY - St Helena (Health) - 15.09.2012

Following the press release issued last Thursday afternoon regarding low levels of e-coli being found in the water supply to the Ruperts area, further water samples were collected

326: PERSONAL SAFETY TRAINING FOR ST HELENA POLICE SERVICE - St Helena (Education) - 15.09.2012

After three weeks of successful training, 35 operational staff from the St Helena Police and Prison Service are now accredited

327: 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.

328: St Helena: PROCLAMATION ANNOUNCING DATE OF BY-ELECTION ISSUED - St Helena (Legal) - 09.09.2012

In a Proclamation issued today, 7 September 2012, Governor Mark Capes has announced that a By-Election to fill the vacant seat on Legislative Council, following the recent resignation of Tara Thomas on 31 August, will take place on Wednesday 17 October 2012.

329: 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.

330: St Helena SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY OUT FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION - St Helena (Health) - 09.09.2012

The Environmental Management Directorate has developed a Solid Waste Management Strategy for St Helena which is now out for public consultation. Technical input into the strategy was provided by Grant Pearson from SLR Consulting.

331: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM ENHANCEMENT WORKS UNDERWAY AT LEMON VALLEY - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 09.09.2012

Work is underway at Lemon Valley as part of the next phase of the enhancements to this area.

332: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly Members visit Guatemala - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.09.2012

Two Legislative Assembly Members from the Falklands the Hon Dr Barry Elsby MLA and the Hon Mr Dick Sawle MLA made an official trip to Guatemala on 4 September.

333: 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.

334: Counterfeit £50 notes presented to Standard Chartered Bank in Stanley - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.09.2012

On Tuesday 28th August, Standard Chartered bank alerted Royal Falkland Islands Police to an incident where 4 x £50 notes were presented to the bank and these notes were believed to be counterfeit.

335: Two Falklands MLAs at ParlAmericas Conference - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.09.2012

THE Hon Dr Barry Elsby, MLA and the Hon Mr Dick Sawle, MLA attended the ParlAmericas IX General Assembly in Panama that took place from 30 August to 01 September 2012.

336: FISHING VESSELS HARASSED BY ARGENTINE FRIGATE - Falklands (Fisheries) - 08.09.2012

The Fisheries Department reports that an Argentine warship has harassed the fishing fleet from within its own economic zone.

337: 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.

338: 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.

339: 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.

340: St Helena ExCo meeting of 4 September 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 08.09.2012

This morning I welcomed Councillors Cranfield and Buckley to ExCo, they having kindly agreed to cover the absence overseas of Councillor Thomas and Councillor Green. I also welcomed our new Financial Secretary, Colin Owen.

341: SECOND MATHEMATICS ADVISORY TEACHER FOR PRINCE ANDREW SCHOOL - St Helena (Education) - 08.09.2012

The Education and Employment Director Colin Moore is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Alex Gross Wilkinson as Advisory teacher for Mathematics

342: 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.

343: 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.

344: Pater Ludorum Geoffrey Corlett dies at 86 - Falklands (Heritage) - 02.09.2012

The Pater Ludorum (The Father of the Games), Geoffrey Corlett died on Wednesday 22nd August 2012 at the age of 86.

345: 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.

346: Falklands Executive Council Meeting 29 August 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 31.08.2012

At the meeting of Executive Council on 29 August 2012 the Honourable Gavin Short was stand in for the Honourable Dick Sawle who is overseas with the Honourable Barry Elsby on Assembly business.

347: 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.

348: 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.

349: 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.

350: 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.

351: 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.

352: 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.

353: 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.

354: 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.

355: TREVOR THOMAS STANDS DOWN AS CHAIRMAN OF THE ST HELENA FISHERMAN’S ASSOCIATION - St Helena (Fisheries) - 31.08.2012

Many will by the time know that I have stood down from the chair for the Fisherman’s Association and also that the Executive Committee is now comprised of an entirely new composite.

356: FALKLANDS IN 2017: WHAT THE DIFFERENCES IN CAMP COULD BE - Falklands (Agriculture) - 25.08.2012

Members of Legislative Assembly had a dedicated meeting about what to expect should there be significant developments in the Hydrocarbons industry. Much of the emphasis was what would happen in and around Stanley: Infrastructure, Social Issues, coping with increased numbers of people – immigrant families as well as single people, etc.

357: 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.

358: COOLER SEA TEMPERATURES SEEN AS A CONTRIBUTING FACTOR IN THIS YEAR’S ST HELENA FISHERIES DECLINE - Falklands (Fisheries) - 25.08.2012

May I share some thoughts on the current situation regarding our local Fishing Industry? Last year the local fishing industry experienced the most productive period for some time, which even resulted in the reintroduction of the dreaded imposition of catch quotas due to lack of storage space at the cold store in Rupert’s.

359: Falklands Tooth-fish enters MSC assessment Aug 21, 2012 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 25.08.2012

Consolidated Fisheries Ltd announced on Tuesday, 21 August 2012 that the Falkland Islands long-line Patagonian Tooth-fish (Dissostichus eleginoides) fishery entered full assessment for Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification.

360: Falkland Oil and Gas Announces Interim Results for Previous six Months - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.08.2012

Falkland Islands Oil & Gas (FOGL) had announced its Interim Results for the six months ended 30 June 2012,

361: TEAM TRANQUIL HOLDS COOKERY WORKSHOP - Falklands (Health) - 25.08.2012

On Wednesday 22 August Team Tranquil sponsored a cooking workshop run by Anita Browning at the Falkland Islands Community School. The workshop was attended by 10 people of all ages and ability.

362: 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.

363: 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).

364: 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.

365: 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.

366: 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.

367: St Helena: COUNCILLOR TARA THOMAS BACK ON-ISLAND - St Helena (Education) - 25.08.2012

Councillor Tara Thomas arrived back on St Helena on 11 August, following her time in the UK - where she attended the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations and the Olympics Opening Ceremony on behalf of St Helena, along with other representatives of the UK OTs. She also visited Shropshire, to meet with colleagues involved in our Education Sector Support Programme.

368: 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:

369: 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.

370: 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.

371: 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.

372: Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour to Mrs Marjorie Hayward - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.08.2012

His Excellency the Governor, acting on the advice of Executive Council, is pleased to announce the 2012 award of the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour

373: 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.

374: 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.

375: Falklands Youth to Represent Islands at 5th Commonwealth Youth Parliament - Falklands (Education) - 18.08.2012

Stacy Bragger and Krysteen Ormond, two youth from the Falklands have been nominated by the Legislative Assembly to represent the Falkland Islands at the 5th Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP) in London between 4th to the 8th December 2012.

376: St Helena: FURTHER CONSTITUENCY MEETINGS - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 18.08.2012

Elected Members are keen to listen to the concerns of their constituents, and are planning a further series of Constituency Meetings around the Island during September.

377: PROPOSED CHANGES TO DOGS & CATS AND AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT LAWS - St Helena (Agriculture) - 18.08.2012

The Natural Resources Development and Environment Committee (NRDEC) has made a recommendation to Executive Council to amend the Dogs & Cats Ordinance 2012 and the Agriculture & Livestock Improvement Ordinance 2012 – in preparation for the three-yearly Animal Census on St Helena

378: 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.

379: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM - TELLING ST HELENA STORIES - St Helena (Heritage) - 18.08.2012

As part of its ongoing work to promote St Helena internationally, Enterprise St Helena and St Helena Tourism, in conjunction with Keene – our public relations agency in the UK – organised a series of radio interviews with Julian Morris, Chief Executive for Economic Development.

380: St Helena: ASSISTANT PUBLIC SOLICITOR ON ISLAND - St Helena (Legal) - 18.08.2012

The Public Solicitor's Office is pleased to announce the arrival of Miss Faryma Bahrami, Assistant Public Solicitor. Faryma will be on Island for a year, whilst Aldhelm Garner is in the UK studying for his Legal Practice Course.

381: 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.

382: FALKLANDS COULD EXPLOIT OIL BY 2017 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.08.2012

Simon Lockett, Chief Executive Officer for Premier Oil and Sam Moody, Chief Executive of Rockhopper Exploration are visiting the Falkland Islands.

383: FOGL/Noble Energy Farm-in Agreement Welcomed by FIG - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.08.2012

The Falkland Islands Government has welcomed news of a farm-in agreement between Falkland Oil and Gas Ltd and Noble Energy and that Noble Energy are acquiring a 35% stake in FOGL’s interests in the Falkland Islands under a farm-in deal that will assist in financing the development of FOGL’s future exploration programme.

384: Director’s report for the Education Board meeting 9th August 2012 - Falklands (Education) - 11.08.2012

The temporary Classroom for Pre-School is still progressing. The main structure is complete yet the outside grounds work still needs to be finished and the electrics installed. PWD advises that it should be ready to move in to (if not completely finished,) by the 7th August 2012.

385: Falklands’ Mineral Resources Committee Report (08/10/12) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.08.2012

The Leiv Eiriksson rig has completed its two-well drilling campaign for Borders & Southern Petroleum with the completion of the Stebbing-3 well. B&S announced a gas condensate discovery in the Darwin East-1 well in April 2012

386: NEW RMS SCHEDULE IMPROVES ACCESS TO ST HELENA - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 11.08.2012

The new schedule for the Royal Mail Ship (RMS) St Helena, 2012-15, is published today (at Annex A). Despite the current low demand in the cruise and general travel market, the new programme represents a remarkable vote of confidence in St Helena as a destination.

387: 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.

388: 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.

389: 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.

390: St Helena: FIVE STUDENTS DEPARTING FOR UNIVERSITY - St Helena (Education) - 11.08.2012

Leaving before the end of August and bound for the UK are five former students of Prince Andrew School.

391: NEW EVIDENCE FOUND IN ARGENTINE CEMETERY VANDALISM CASE - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.08.2012

The Royal Falkland Islands Police have released further information about the vandalism occurring at the Argentine Cemetery at Darwin. The second photograph shows the inscription on the first page of the bible and the plastic wrap. Photo © Crown Copyright (RFIP)

392: HMS Dauntless first visit to Tristan 2012 - Falklands (Health) - 06.08.2012

In the early hours of Friday the 3rd August, HMS Dauntless arrived at Tristan, she was carrying a replacement doctor for the island, as the current doctor had been unwell.

393: FOGL ANNOUNCES SECOND FARM-OUT DEAL - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.08.2012

Falkland Oil & Gas (LON:FOGL) has announced a second farm-out agreement for its 40,000 sq km licence in the south and east of the Falkland Basins.

394: PDVSA AND YPF TO EXPLORE FOR HYDROCARBONS NEAR FALKLANDS’ WATERS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.08.2012

Several South American news agencies report that Venezuela’s PDVSA is negotiating with Argentine state-owned oil company YPF to explore for oil and gas in waters adjacent to the Falkland Islands.

395: GOVERNMENT HOUSE HOSTS APPRENTICE CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA PRESENTATION - Falklands (Education) - 04.08.2012

Twenty six people received certificates and/or rewards at a reception held at Government House on Thursday, 26 July 2012. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

396: Falklands: Vandals Damage Glass Screen at Argentine Cemetery - Falklands (Heritage) - 04.08.2012

A concerned member of the public reported that damage had been done to the Argentine cemetery at Darwin. Photo (c) Crown Copyright (RFIP)

397: 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.

398: 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.

399: Falklands: SECURITY SOLUTIONS SOUGHT FOR KEMH - Falklands (Health) - 04.08.2012

Following the incident where a patient at the KEMH went missing, the Health and Medical Services Committee received a paper reviewing security measures at the hospital.

400: St Helena: ALFREDA YON GAINS DIPLOMA IN PROJECT AND PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT - St Helena (Education) - 04.08.2012

Alfreda Yon, Manager (Projects & Corporate Procurement) in the Corporate Procurement Unit, has been awarded a Level 5 Diploma (equivalent to a First Degree) in Project and Programme Management with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Her course was funded by SHG via Distance Learning.

401: KING AND QUEEN’S POSTBOX WALK “LAST CHANCE” WALK ON SATURDAY, 4 AUGUST - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 04.08.2012

As the airport project is progressing, major construction works are about to start on Prosperous Bay Plain to create the flat platform for the airport itself. This will mean that access to Prosperous Bay Plain will be restricted from Monday, 6 August, until further notice.

402: 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.

403: 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.

404: St Helena: COUNCILLOR TARA THOMAS WINS CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIP - St Helena (Education) - 04.08.2012

St Helena Councillor Tara Thomas has provisionally secured a prestigious Foreign and Commonwealth Office Chevening Scholarship, and will now undertake a year-long MBA at the London School of Business & Finance, under its Global MBA and ACCA programme, commencing January 2013.

405: 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

406: 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).

407: The Hon Mr Gavin Short: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, we might as well get the two long ones out of the way first this morning although I must say I think my son probably has achieved what a few of you and the public wish you could have – much shorter than normal adjournment speech.

408: The Hon Mr Ian Hansen: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, we shall now go from quantity and quality to the exact opposite. I only have a few brief comments today.

409: The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I was somewhat stunned by the suggestion that some of us might need a stair lift. Some of us can run up the stairs depending on the occasion.

410: The Hon Mr Roger Edwards: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, It seems everyone wishes to be the last to speak. In rising to support the motion I will start by letting the listeners know that has been 3 weeks since I returned from my travels to the United Nations? Firstly I went to Ecuador for the pre-C-24 meeting.

411: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to speak to the Motion, I would first like to belatedly offer my congratulations to the FIDF on their achievements at Bisley. Although part time they are a dedicated group of people who continue to do the Islands proud.

412: The Hon Dr Barry Elsby: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to speak to the Motion I might as well be rather brief as many points have already been raised by other Honourable Members.

413: Chief of Staff MPC: Motion for Adjournment Speech 23 July 2012 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I just want to say a couple of words and to emphasise what an honour and privilege it was for all of us at MPC to share with the Falkland Islands’ Community the events surrounding the 30th Anniversary

414: Falklands: Fortuna Limited Launches New Website - Falklands (Fisheries) - 28.07.2012

Fortuna Limited has launched a new website aimed at seafood marketing. The new website will expand the company’s marketing network and emphasize the improvements to product quality and logistics.

415: 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.

416: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING THURSDAY, 26 July 2012 Part 1: - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.07.2012

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Thursday, 26 July 2012 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall. Present were the Speaker, Mr Keith Biles, the Clerk of Assembly, Ms Claudette Anderson-Prior, the Chief Executive, Mr Keith Padgett, the acting Financial Secretary Ms Nicola Granger, MLAs Cheek, Edwards, Elsby, Hansen, Halford, Short and Sawle

417: 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.

418: St Helena ADDITIONAL RUNWAY WORKS TO ALLOW FOR FUTURE EXPANSION - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 28.07.2012

SHG announced today that the first Variation Order under the Airport Project has been signed. The Variation Order sets out changes to the runway design that will give the Island the flexibility in the future to easily extend the runway to cater for larger aircraft, such as the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus 320.

419: 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.

420: 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.

421: St Helena: KEY STAGE 2 SATs 2011-12 - St Helena (Education) - 28.07.2012

The first results of this year’s SATs have now been made available. These are the standard assessment tests that children take at the end of Primary Education in English, Mathematics and Science.

422: 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.

423: ST HELENA REPORTS ON OPEN GOVERNMENT - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 28.07.2012

In his report of yesterday’s meeting of ExCo, HE Governor Capes signalled the public release of various pieces of business as follows:

424: Report of Executive Council Meeting held on Wednesday 25 July 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 28.07.2012

Executive Councillors attending were The Hon Jan Cheek, The Hon Sharon Halford and the Hon Dick Sawle.

425: The Hon Mr Dick Sawle MLA Motion for Adjournment Speeche - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.07.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to touch on a few points that I hope will be of interest to those listening.

426: Breeding Black-browed Albatrosses breeding in the Falkland Islands show a healthy increase - Falklands (Environment) - 28.07.2012

Dr Anton Wolfaardt of ACAP (Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels) for the UK South Atlantic Overseas Territories and Joint Nature Conservation Committee indicates, in a new repoert, that the numbers of Black-browed Albatrosses breeding in the Falkland Islands have increased.

427: ALFREDA YON GAINS DIPLOMA IN PROJECT AND PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT - St Helena (Education) - 28.07.2012

Alfreda Yon, Manager (Projects & Corporate Procurement) in the Corporate Procurement Unit, has been awarded a Level 5 Diploma (equivalent to a First Degree) in Project and Programme Management with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Her course was funded by SHG via Distance Learning.

428: 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.

429: YOUTH PARLIAMENTARIANS NEEDED FOR THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Education) - 21.07.2012

Two people are being sought by the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly to represent the Falkland Islands at the 5th Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP) in London, United Kingdom, 4-8 December 2012.

430: 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.

431: Potential BAS Merger With National Oceanography Centre - S.Georgia (Environment) - 21.07.2012

A possible merger of the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) with the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) was announced on June 7th by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), the umbrella organisation for both organisations.

432: 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.

433: St Helena - NEW MATHS TEACHER FOR PRINCE ANDREW SCHOOL - St Helena (Education) - 21.07.2012

The Education and Employment Directorate is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Hema Soni as Advisory Teacher for Mathematics at Prince Andrew School.

434: SCHOOLS’ ANTI- SMOKING POSTER COMPETITION - St Helena (Health) - 21.07.2012

Winners of the Schools’ Anti- Smoking Poster Competition have today been announced. The competition, which took place throughout the schools during the month of June, is part of the extensive information campaign in the lead up to the new Tobacco Control Ordinance which comes into force on 1 September 2012.

435: NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN – WE’D LIKE YOUR VIEWS - St Helena (Environment) - 21.07.2012

A draft National Environmental Management Plan (NEMP) which falls under Goal Three of St Helena’s Sustainable Development Plan – Effective Management of the Environment - is now out for public consultation.

436: 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.

437: BORDERS & SOUTHERN – RADICAL DISAPPOINTMENT ISN’T WORTH CURRENT RESULTS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.07.2012

In less than a month Borders & Southern Shares headed into the deep-south at an alarming rate but nothing in the South Falkland Basin has changed since exploration has started. What has changed is our knowledge of a tiny section of it.

438: Falklands: Stebbing well ‘very disappointing’ says Borders & Southern - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.07.2012

Borders & Southern Petroleum plc has announced that Well 61/25-1 was drilled to a total measured depth of 3060m (true vertical depth of 3011m).

439: Falklands BECKSIDE FARM COULD HAVE AN EDUCATIONAL FUTURE - Falklands (Agriculture) - 14.07.2012

If Marcus Morrison has his way Beckside Farm could be the ideal site to further expand the Training Centre’s range of training and qualification for apprentices, school students and the General Public.

440: 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.

441: 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.

442: St Helena Questions for Written Answer - St Helena (Legal) - 14.07.2012

ESH FUNDING - Answer by Financial Secretary Paul Blessington at LEGCO of 6 July 2012 to the Question: How is the recently created ESH being funded?

443: 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.

444: 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.

445: St Helena: Questions for Written Answer - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 14.07.2012

Over recent months, public debate has shown a lack of understanding about how and why Enterprise St Helena is being funded.

446: 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.

447: FIG Optimistic about Rockhopper/Premier Oil Farm-in Agreement - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.07.2012

The Falkland Islands Government os optimistic about news of a farm-in agreement between Rockhopper Exploration plc and Premier Oil plc.

448: 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.

449: St Helena FINANCIAL SECRETARY ON MEDICAL LEAVE - St Helena (Health) - 14.07.2012

The Financial Secretary, Paul Blessington, has been advised to seek urgent medical attention – and will be leaving St Helena for South Africa this afternoon.

450: Conditional £Billion for Falklands’ oil - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.07.2012

Rockhopper Exploration has announced that it has entered into a conditional farm-out agreement with Premier Oil plc

451: 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.

452: 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.

453: 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.

454: Report of Executive Council Meeting held on Wednesday 27 June 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 07.07.2012

Present were MLAs Sharon Halford, Ian Hansen and myself. I was standing in for MLA Jan Cheek who is presently outside the Islands and Ian was standing in for MLA Dick Sawle.

455: 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.

456: WORLD WATER DAY FALKLANDS FARMERS’ WEEK THEME - Falklands (Agriculture) - 07.07.2012

The annual Falkland Farmers’ Week was based at the Town Hall from Monday, 02 to Friday, 06 July 2012 beginning with a Rural Expo organised by the Rural Business Association.

457: 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

458: 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

459: 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

460: 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.

461: 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.

462: 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.

463: 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.

464: 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.

465: GARETH DRABBLE AND KIMBERLEY YON-ROBERTS BOTH AWARDED 1ST CLASS HONOURS DEGREES - St Helena (Education) - 30.06.2012

Students, Gareth Drabble (of Levelwood) and Kimberley Yon-Roberts (of Cow Path) were both this week awarded 1st Class Honours Degrees in the UK. Both study at the University of Bedfordshire.

466: St Helena: EXCO meeting of 26 June 2012 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 30.06.2012

Today our EXCO agenda covered quite a wide range of issues. Our first agenda item concerned the management of solid waste on St Helena. Those of you who have reviewed the Sustainable Development Plan will know that a vital goal for SHG is to ensure effective management of the environment. Linked to that is the objective of improving and maintaining environmental conditions through better management of solid waste.

467: St Helena: CHIEF MAGISTRATE ARRIVING ON FRIDAY - St Helena (Legal) - 30.06.2012

A new Magistrates’ Court Ordinance was enacted in November of 2011 and one of the changes made to the law surrounding the Court, was the appointment of a legally qualified Magistrate as the Chief Magistrate.

468: St Helena: BRITISH LIBRARY TO PILOT ST HELENA ARCHIVES DIGITISATION - St Helena (Education) - 30.06.2012

The British Library has agreed to fund a pilot digitisation project for the internationally-significant St Helena Archives. This project will audit the collection as a whole, digitise the earliest records (beginning with ‘Goodwins Abstracts’, 1673-1707), provide training for local staff and lay the foundations for a potential major project grant.

469: 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.

470: Falklands: FOGL NAMES FARM-OUT PARTNER - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.06.2012

On 20 March 2012, the Board of FOGL announced that it had granted an option to enter into a Farm Out Agreement (FOA) to an industry counterparty. While talks were going on FOGL chose not to say who that partner was but today FOGL announced that the counterparty was Edison which was unable to conclude the farm out agreement at that time as it was undertaking a corporate reorganisation which led to EDF becoming a controlling shareholder.

471: FALKLANDS: ONE VETERAN’S WORDS OF HOPE - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.06.2012

Kenny Ward served in 12 Regiment, Royal Artillery was invited to say a few words during the Liberation Songs of Praise Service at Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday by the Rev Dr Richard Hines.

472: 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.

473: 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.

474: 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.

475: St Helena: Queen's Birthday Honours 2012 - Edith Timm Awarded MBE - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 24.06.2012

“I am delighted that Edith Timm has been honoured with an MBE in The Queen’s Birthday Honours announced on 16 June.

476: St Helena CHANGES TO MEDICAL CHARGES FROM 1 JULY 2012 - St Helena (Health) - 24.06.2012

The Health and Social Welfare Directorate has recently completed a review of medical fees and charges

477: St Helena: TRIMMING OF TREES AND SHRUBS OVERHANGING THE HIGHWAY - St Helena (Environment) - 24.06.2012

At a recent meeting of the Highway Authority it was noted that overhanging trees and shrubs were a problem across the Island.

478: St Helena: ROCKFALL PROTECTION DOES ITS JOB - St Helena (Environment) - 24.06.2012

On Monday, the Roads Section was told that a large rock had been spotted in a Rockfall Fence above upper Jamestown.

479: 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.

480: A HELLO AND GOOD-BYE TO FR GODFREY - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

During late May and early June the Rev Fr Godfrey Joseph Naika SMA from Kenya has been visiting the Falklands to see what parish work is like and to meet the people. He lived at the Priest’s House and visited parishioners as well as others in the Community. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

481: PICKLES FLIES FALKLANDS FLAG TO MARK ‘LIBERATION DAY’ - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

Communities Secretary Eric Pickles raised the flag of the Falkland Islands today outside the Department for Communities and Local Government in Whitehall, London, to mark the Island’s Liberation Day and the start of a new flag flying programme by the Department in this Jubilee year.

482: ALL SET FOR MIDWINTER SWIM 2012 - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

If you fancy a bit of winter madness then try a midwinter swim at Surf Bay on Saturday, 23 June beginning at 1400hrs LMT.

483: 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.

484: 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.

485: St Helena EXCO meeting of 12 June 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 16.06.2012

I’m sure many of you will have happy memories of the Jubilee weekend, whether you were joining in the excellent celebrations here in Jamestown in such glorious weather, or watching on television the various events in London including the extraordinary pageant on the River Thames. My thanks to Councillor Derek Thomas and his team for ensuring that the Jubilee weekend here was such a success.

486: 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.

487: 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.

488: 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.

489: 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.

490: JUBILEE MEDAL ROLL-CALL COMPLETED - St Helena (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

Two members of the Emergency Services who were unavoidably unavailable last Monday during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations, today received their Diamond Jubilee Medals from His Excellency, Governor Capes.

491: 60 ENDEMICS PLANTED AT PLANTATION TO MARK QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE - St Helena (Agriculture) - 16.06.2012

60 endemic Gumwood trees were planted in the Gardens of Plantation House, HE The Governor’s Residence, on Tuesday, 5th June 2012, to commemorate 60 years of the Queen’s reign.

492: Falklands War bombing of Sir Galahad and Sir Tristram remembered in Christ Church Cathedral - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

A Service to commemorate the 30th anniversary of one of the bleakest days of the Falklands War when Welsh Guards on the Sir Galahad and Sir Tristram were subjected to a deadly Argentine bombing raid was held in Christ Church Cathedral at 1000hrs on 08 June 2012. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) voa FITV

493: War Exhibition opened in St Mary’s Parish Hall - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2012

H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood has opened the Stanley Museum’s war exhibition in St Mary’s parish hall on Wednesday, 06 June 2012 Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) via FITV)

494: 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.

495: 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.

496: 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:

497: ARGENTINA REFUSES TALKS WITH FALKLANDS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.06.2012

Argentine President Christina Fernandez de Kirchner has refused an invitation from the Falkland Islands Government to sit down and talk about issues that matter to both sides. In turn the Falkland Islands Government expressed incredible disappointment that despite claims of only wanting to sit down and discuss the Falkland Islands, President Kirchner has refused to accept an invitation Falkland Islands Government to do just that.

498: WIND AND SNOW GREET FALKLANDS’ LIBERATION DAY - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.06.2012

People in the Falkland Islands marked the 30th anniversary of Falklands Liberation with a service at Christ Church Cathedral led by the Rev Dr Richard Hines. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) via FITV

499: JEREMY BROWNE MP – A MESSAGE TO THE FALKLAND ISLANDERS - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.06.2012

It is a huge honour to address you here in Stanley on what is a particularly poignant Liberation Day. As ever this day carries mixed emotions. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) via FITV

500: FALKLAND ISLANDERS TO HOLD REFERENDUM ON SOVEREIGNTY - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.06.2012

The Falkland Islands Government has announced today that a referendum on Falklands’ sovereignty will be held during the first half of 2013. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) From Left to right: MLA Jan Cheek, H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood, MLA Barry Elsby, MLA Ian Hansen, MLA Sharon Halford, Mr Jeremy Browne, MP, Minister of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and MLA Gavin Short

501: HM THE QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE – A LOOK BACK - Falklands (Heritage) - 06.06.2012

The Infant/Junior School PTA and Argos Limited sponsored a “Queen’s Night Dance on Saturday, 02 June, featuring fancy dress as well as a 3 course meal from Malvina House Hotel.

502: The Count and the Cherry Girl - Falklands (Education) - 05.06.2012

If you think you have seen this before - you haven't. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

503: ‘LEGAL HIGHS’ BANNED IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Health) - 02.06.2012

Following concerns from the Medical Department and members of the public, Executive Council this week approved an Order that prohibits the import of psychoactive substances (known as legal highs) with immediate effect.

504: NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR FALKLAND ISLANDS QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR 2012 - Falklands (Heritage) - 02.06.2012

Nominations from members of the community are sought for the 2012 Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour.

505: PROPOSALS FOR THE FALKLANDS’ 2012 BUDGET - Falklands (Legal) - 02.06.2012

Whilst this will be the fifth FIG budget I have been involved in preparing this is the first time I have presented a budget to the Assembly. Hopefully this process will have run as smoothly as it has for my predecessors. This is also the first year that the Budget Select Committee has begun its deliberations earlier in the year. By establishing this Committee in February the process has been streamlined and Honourable Members have been able to make decisions in a number of meetings over a three month period rather than the informal process previously in place.

506: Report of Executive Council Meeting held on Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 02.06.2012

The Meeting was attended by Hon Jan Cheek, Hon Sharon Halford and Hon Mike Summers OBE standing in for Hon Dick Sawle, plus the officials who were all present.

507: 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.

508: 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

509: Falklands Proposed Finance Bill 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 02.06.2012

The purpose of this Bill is to give effect to the increases in various allowances, benefits, charges, contributions, fees and penalties provided for under the laws of the Falkland Islands. It also makes new provisions in relation to certain fees and charges. These changes relate to the proposals in my budget speech and can be summarised as follows:

510: 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.

511: 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.

512: 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.

513: 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.

514: 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.

515: 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.

516: 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.

517: 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.

518: 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.

519: 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.

520: 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.

521: 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.

522: 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.

523: 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.

524: 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.

525: 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.

526: Government House Reception to Honour Richard Cockwell - Falklands (Heritage) - 02.06.2012

A reception to Honour Richard Cockwell, OBE was held at Government House on Friday, 01 June 2011.

527: FALKLANDS GOVERNOR'S ADDRESS TO THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY - Falklands (Legal) - 26.05.2012

Mr Speaker, the past year has been interesting and challenging for the Falkland Islands. There are a number of reasons for this, some of which I will outline in this address. I will also set out how the Government responded to those challenges and I will outline its future aims and aspirations.

528: FIRST FALKLAND ISLANDER AWARDED CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIP - Falklands (Education) - 19.05.2012

Sam Cockwell, son of Richard and Grizelda Cockwell of Fox Bay Village has been awarded a Chevening Scholarship.

529: Fishing Master and Company Fined in the Falklands for False Catch Reports - Falklands (Legal) - 19.05.2012

On 14th May 2012 the Magistrate’s Court heard the prosecutions of the Hae In Fisheries Company, the owners of the Korean jigger, 21 Hae In, and it’s Master, Kim Whi Gon.

530: 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.

531: SECOND MESSY CHURCH AT THE TOWN HALL - Falklands (Heritage) - 19.05.2012

The second Messy Church event in the Falklands was held in the Town Hall on Sunday 13 May from 4 to 6pm.

532: BARN DANCE REPORT FROM CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL - Falklands (Heritage) - 19.05.2012

Christ Church Cathedral held another very successful Barn Dance in the Parish Hall on the evening of Friday 11 May.

533: FALKLANDS: RURAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY GROUP MEETING REPORT - S.Atlantic (Agriculture) - 19.05.2012

David Jenkins, Director of Health and Education and Tom Hill, Head of the Infant Junior School and Camp Education accompanied the Rural Development Strategy group to Fox Bay Village on May 7th. They discussed possible improvements for education and training in Camp.

534: 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.

535: ST HELENA SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA AND TRANSPHOBIA - St Helena (Education) - 19.05.2012

An International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) is held annually on 17th May and aims to gather international support for the respect of lesbians, bisexual and transgender people worldwide.

536: ST HELENA: PROVISIONAL REGISTER OF ELECTORS PUBLISHED - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 19.05.2012

The 2012 Provisional Registers of Electors for the East and West Constituencies have now been published and the public are reminded that they now have eight days left to make applications to amend the register.

537: Roddy’s Chicken Farm Set to End Egg Importation on St Helena - St Helena (Agriculture) - 19.05.2012

‘Cluck cluck cluck cluck’ means a chicken is around right? Well, 525 Lohmann Brown chickens actually, clucking all at once at Roddy’s Chicken Farm, Farm Buildings.

538: 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.

539: 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.

540: LOCAL Man in BUCS Outdoor Athletics Championships - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.05.2012

Local man, Zoran Zuvic has competed in the New Olympic Stadium in the UK

541: Cruise Ship Stranded at Grytviken for Two Weeks - S.Georgia (Tourism/Travel) - 12.05.2012

Sarah Lurcock from the South Georgia Website tells us more.

542: FALKLANDS REMEMBER NICK TAYLOR - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.05.2012

A memorial service to remember Nick Taylor RN, who tragically died when he was shot down at Goose Green in May 1982, took place on Sunday, 06 May 2012.

543: Proposed 25% Stake in FOGL Could Mean Onshore LNG Plant for the Falklands - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.05.2012

Business Standard, India’s leading financial publication, has reported that– ONGC Videsh Ltd (OVL) the overseas branch of Indian state-owned oil and natural gas company - The Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) is negotiating to buy a 25% stake in Falkland Oil and Gas Ltd (FOGL) in two exploration blocks, lying approximately 350 miles off the Southern tip of Argentina.

544: Falklands: Stebbing Prospect - 61/25-1 Well Spudded - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.05.2012

Borders & Southern (AIM: BOR) has announced that exploration well 61/25-1 was spudded on 11 May 2012. The well is located approximately 170 km south of the Falkland Islands.

545: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON FIFCA - Falklands (Fisheries) - 12.05.2012

Members of the Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association recently appeared at the Vigo Seafood Show held in Belgium.

546: 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.

547: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM (9 May 2012) - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 12.05.2012

The final cruise ship visit of the current season proved to be a great success on Monday, when the MV Athena visited the island. This was the first time the Athena had called at the island.

548: 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.

549: ‘Jo Acer’ Arrives in St Helena - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 12.05.2012

The Tanker ‘Jo Acer’ arrived on Tuesday, 8th May 2012

550: 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).

551: Falklands’ Officials Disappointed at Argentine Olympic Advert - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.05.2012

The Hon Mr Ian Hansen, MLA has stated that Members of Legislative Assembly very disappointed to see the advert from the Argentine Presidential Office, attempting to politicise the Olympics in service of their territorial ambitions.

552: 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.

553: Falklands: THREE HUMAN RIGHTS PROJECTS LAUNCHED AT COMMUNITY LIBRARY - Falklands (Legal) - 05.05.2012

Three Human Rights Projects were launched at the Community Library on Tuesday evening. The first was a book and pamphlet project sponsored by the Falkland Islands Human Rights Group, bringing together in one place local and international Human Rights publications on special shelving at the Library.

554: Queens Diamond Jubilee Celebrations for the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.05.2012

The only other British Monarch to have celebrated a Diamond Jubilee was Queen Victoria in 1897 but 2012 marks the 60th year of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s reign.

555: 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.

556: Falklands: Summary of Executive Council Meeting 25 April 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 05.05.2012

Many of the April papers are budget related so will not be reported in detail as they are referred to Budget Select Committee. These included options and priorities for road maintenance and an update on Budget policy thus far.

557: Falklands Mineral Resources Committee Director’s Report - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.05.2012

A meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee took place at 0930hrs on Monday, 30 April 2012. At that meeting the Director of the Mineral Resources Department presented his report

558: 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.

559: 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.

560: 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.

561: ST HELENA: NAPOLEON’S DEATH TO BE COMMEMORATED - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 05.05.2012

Saturday, 5 May, will mark the date on which Napoleon died at Longwood House. In partnership with the Honorary French Consul, St Helena Tourism is again coordinating a commemoration of this event.

562: St Helena: Cruise ship numbers increase - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 05.05.2012

St Helena Tourism has been targeting cruise ship operators at trade shows and via direct contact, to include the island in their itineraries, as part of its work developing tourism.

563: 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.

564: Falklands: CATHEDRAL HOSTS SUCCESSFUL SCAVENGER HUNT - Falklands (Heritage) - 28.04.2012

Six teams braved the wintery weather on Sunday afternoon as they set out on a Scavenger Hunt organised by members of Christ Church Cathedral.

565: 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:

566: 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

567: 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.

568: 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.

569: 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.

570: 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.

571: PIERS MORGAN INTERVIEWS SEAN PENN ABOUT THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Education) - 25.04.2012

Piers Morgan (PM): Let’s turn to the Falkland Islands because you inspired a lot of anger in my own country with some pretty strong views about the “Malvinas” as you call them – taking the Argentine side and being very critical of Prince William being deployed there in the British Military. Tell me why you did that and what your reaction was to the uproar it caused back in Britain.

572: FALKLANDS SAY SHAME ON YOU SEAN PENN - Falklands (Education) - 25.04.2012

Expressing his opinion that he had a major bone to pick with Mr Penn about his remarks about the Falkland Islands, Mr Morgan quizzed Sean Penn about them.

573: Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.04.2012

The Forum comprises representatives of the oil industry, environmental organisations and relevant Falkland Islands Government departments.

574: 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.

575: St Helena Official Launch of new Environmental Management Directorate - St Helena (Environment) - 22.04.2012

This Monday, 16th April, saw the official launch of St Helena’s very first Environmental Management Directorate.

576: 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.

577: St Helena Nominations Requested for Certificate and Badge of Honour, and Acts of Bravery Awards - St Helena (Heritage) - 22.04.2012

Nominees are currently being sought for the Certificate and Badge of Honour Awards.

578: St Helena Sandy Bay Clinic Information - St Helena (Health) - 22.04.2012

The public will be aware from a press release issued on 8 March 2012, that St Helena Government took the decision to close the Head O’Wain and Sandy Bay Clinics with effect from 1 April 2012,

579: Vessel Cap Jackson Collects Medevac from Tristan - Tristan (Tourism/Travel) - 22.04.2012

The container carrier Cap Jackson arrived at Tristan on the evening of 20th April, to collect one of the zodiac drivers (Stephanie) from the NG Explorer

580: FORMER CBF RECALLS HIS TIME ON THE BLACK PIG - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.04.2012

We remember her as the Black Pig – garbage scow extraordinaire and know of her past history.

581: 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)

582: Dangerous Dogs Complaint Rectified in the Falklands - Falklands (Agriculture) - 07.04.2012

Summary of the proceedings and decision in the case of Royal Falkland Islands Police v Dianne Freeman under the Dogs Ordinance.

583: UN C-24 Committee refuses Falklands' invitation - Falklands (Education) - 07.04.2012

C24 Decline Invitation to hold Regional Seminar in the Falkland Islands

584: Falklands Executive Council Meeting for March 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 07.04.2012

Summary of Executive Council Meeting 28 March 2012 by the Honourable Dick Sawle

585: Nobel Laureates' Letter Deeply Disappointing to Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 07.04.2012

An Open Letter to Adolfo Perez Esquivel, Mairead Corrigan Maguire, Rigoberta Menchu Tum, Desmond Tutu, Jody Williams, Shirin Ebadi and Leymah Gbowee.

586: St Helena: Rockfall Protection - St Helena (Environment) - 07.04.2012

Following a routine inspection of the Rockfall Protection Fences above Jamestown, the Roads Section discovered a section of fencing which had had some shackles removed, and others tampered with.

587: 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.

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

CLOSURE OF THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER - THE FACTS

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

Here is the Truth and not parts of it

590: St Helena: Upcoming Constituency Meetings - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 07.04.2012

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

591: 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.

592: St Helena: Grant of British Overseas Territories Citizenship - St Helena (Heritage) - 07.04.2012

Mr Sunit Kumar has been granted British Overseas Territories Citizenship and undertook the Oath and Pledge of Allegiance in the presence of His Excellency, Governor Capes on Thursday 22nd March 2012.

593: 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.

594: HUMAN RIGHTS RESOURCES ON ST HELENA - St Helena (Education) - 07.04.2012

His Excellency Governor Capes last week hosted a reception at Plantation House to recognise the important work of the St Helena Human Rights Capacity Building Committee (HRCBC), chaired by Speaker Cathy Hopkins MBE, and to mark a milestone in the Committee’s endeavours - the launch of a set of Human Rights resources designed to inform the public and stimulate debate.

595: 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.

596: 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.

597: FALKLAND ISLANDS DEFENCE FORCE MARK INVASION PLUS 30 - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.04.2012

On Sunday afternoon eighteen former Members of the Falkland Islands Defence Force who were on duty the night of 01 April 1982 formed up on John Street where the former FIDF Hall was located and marched to the Liberation Monument on Ross Road. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

598: 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.

599: 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)

600: FIODA’S “A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS” - Loverly, Loverly, Loverly - Falklands (Heritage) - 31.03.2012

If all you need is a room somewhere safe from the wind and the cold night air, then why not share it with at least 150 others and make it the town hall? Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

601: 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.

602: St Helena: Farewell and Hello Changes in Education and Employment Directorate - St Helena (Education) - 31.03.2012

Leaving the Island on 4th April 2012, will be John Sullivan, a well-known face within St Helena’s Education system.

603: St Helena NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 31.03.2012

A reminder that there will be another community market this Saturday, 31 March, this time in the gardens of the Consulate Hotel. There will be a range of crafts and local produce available. The market will run from 10.00am to 2.00pm. Everyone is most welcome.

604: 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.

605: St Helena EXCO meeting of 29 March 2012 - St Helena (Legal) - 31.03.2012

We held an extra EXCO this morning mainly to consider a few papers that we needed to deal with before the end of this month.

606: 192.com helps Falklands Veterans Reunite - Falklands (Education) - 29.03.2012

The online directory has 700 million UK public records, including over 35 million residential names and addresses from the edited electoral roll.

607: Mark Lyall Grant Rebutts Timerman’s Accusations - Falklands (Education) - 21.03.2012

In accordance with instructions received from the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, I have the honour to refer to the letter dated 10 February 2012

608: STANDARD CHARTERED BANK STANLEY MARATHON: Results - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.03.2012

The 8th annual Standard Chartered Bank Stanley marathon took place on Sunday, 18 March 2012 in increasingly windy conditions. Though the race began in bright sunshine and warm near gale force breezes the weather deteriorated and it ended with horizontal rain and the finish-line blowing away.

609: Standard Chartered Stanley Marathon - You Have to See It to Believe It - Falklands (Health) - 18.03.2012

The 8th Annual Standard Chartered Bank 's Stanley Marathon in aid of the Charity "Seeing is Believing," has begun in Stanley, Falkland Islands at 1000hrs on Sunday, 18 March 2012. Photo (c) J. Brock ( FINN) They're off

610: WORLD HAVE YOUR SAY FOCUSES ON FALKLAND ISLANDERS AND ARGENTINES - Falklands (Education) - 17.03.2012

The popular BBC World Service programme, “World Have Your Say” has come to Stanley and Buenos Aires and thanks to TV Presenter, Ros Atkins Falkland Islanders and Argentines spoke with each other over a TV link.

611: Leif’s Appalachian Trek for Charity - Falklands (Education) - 17.03.2012

Leif Middleton will be attempting the Appalachian trail, an estimated 2,175 mile trek through the wilderness of the eastern United States.

612: 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.

613: VARIED VIEWS TOWARDS THE FALKLAND ISLANDS DISPUTE FROM YOUNG ARGENTINES LIVERPOOL - Falklands (Education) - 17.03.2012

Researchers at the University of Liverpool have found that that the opinions of young people in Argentina towards the Falklands/Malvinas Islands are varied and influenced by a number of factors

614: 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

615: 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

616: St Helena OUTPATIENT CLINIC CHANGES - St Helena (Health) - 17.03.2012

With effect from 1 April this year, Head O’Wain and Sandy Bay clinics will no longer operate. The decision to close the clinics has been made as a result of low attendance and consequent inefficient use of medical and nursing staff time at these locations.

617: St Helena PROGRESS ON MAIN STREET, JAMESTOWN - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 17.03.2012

St Helena Tourism has become aware that some concerns have been expressed about the work taking place regarding the pavements in Main Street.

618: St Helena Prepares for Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations - St Helena (Heritage) - 17.03.2012

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne on 6th February 1952 and this year, 2012, marks The Diamond Jubilee - 60 years of the Queen’s Reign.

619: COMMONWEALTH DAY MESSAGE FROM H. M. T HE QUEEN - All (Heritage) - 17.03.2012

One of the great benefits of today’s technology-based world is the range of opportunities it offers to understand and appreciate how others live: we can see, hear and enter into the experience of people in communities and circumstances far removed from our own.

620: HMS Montrose visits Tristan. - Tristan (Fisheries) - 06.03.2012

On the afternoon of the 1st March the HMS Montrose called at Tristan on her way to the Falkland Islands. The weather was overcast and there was a swell running through the harbour and at the anchorage. Photo (c) James Glass - HMS Montrose at anchor at Tristan da Cunha

621: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Dr Barry Elsby: - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, in rising to support the Motion I would like to join with the Honourable Jan Cheek in expressing my personal sympathies towards the dead and the gravely injured in Argentina following the train crash yesterday.

622: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Ian Hansen: - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, since this Assembly last convened; I think it is fair to say that there has been a considerable flurry of activity on the political front, with Argentina making even more objectionable and ridiculous statements and requests at several international organisations, including the UN.

623: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford: - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to touch on a few issues.

624: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Gavin Short: - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to speak to the Motion for Adjournment, I would like to keep my comments briefer than normal because I know at least one Member wishes to take his son out to lunch.

625: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Mike Summers - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I would like to provide my very warm welcome to Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner.

626: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Dick Sawle - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, thank you very much, indeed. I was given a severe warning by my Honourable Colleague to my left that I have to be very short today so normally I don’t pay too much attention but today I thought I would make an exception.

627: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Colleagues, in rising last to support the Motion for Adjournment is always difficult because things have probably been covered before but I would like to start by congratulating. I have three areas where I think people need congratulating.

628: Motion for Adjournment speech by Commander British Forces Brigadier Bill Aldridge - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in a period of increased rhetoric and misinformation both in the UK and elsewhere, I thought it might be appropriate to add a bit of Military prospective.

629: Motion for Adjournment Speech by Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner: - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2012

Mr Speaker, thank you for your indulgence in inviting me to address the Assembly. It is an honour that we could not give to you or to any other Members in the United States House of Representatives as our rules prevent that.

630: 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).

631: Summary of Executive Council Meeting 29 February 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.02.2012

he meeting of Executive Council held on the 22nd February 2012 was attended by the Hon Jan Cheek, the Hon Sharon Halford and the Hon Dick Sawle and no stand-ins attended on this occasion.

632: St Helena OVERSEAS MEDICAL REFERRALS - St Helena (Health) - 29.02.2012

The Health and Social Welfare Directorate has entered into a Service Level Agreement with Tygerberg hospital in the Western Cape Province for referral of patients requiring treatment that cannot be provided on island. On average, roughly 2% of the St Helena population are referred for overseas treatment each year.

633: St Helena “A PLACE TO RIVAL EDEN” - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 29.02.2012

This was just one of the comments made by visitors from the MV Melody, which called at the island on Saturday afternoon. There was a range of very positive comments and feedback from the visitors and crew who came ashore and enjoyed the countryside and Jamestown itself. Jamestown itself was busy with the community market reporting a good level of interest, and with shops and eating places also very busy.

634: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 23 FEBRUARY 2012 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.02.2012

Part 1: Questions for Oral Answer, Motions and Legislation

635: South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Marine Protected Area One of the the World’s Largest - S.Georgia (Environment) - 27.02.2012

The Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) has established a large sustainable Marine Protected Area (MPA) covering over 1 million km2 of the South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) Maritime Zone by signing relevant legislation on Monday afternoon at 1400hrs. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

636: A Tribute from former Governors to Mary “Nanny” Fullerton - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.02.2012

On behalf of the previous Governors of the Falkland Islands and their families from the 1960s onwards we should like to express our sadness at the death of Nanny Fullerton and to send our sincere condolences to all her family and friends. We also wish to express our great appreciation of all that she did for us and all that she meant to us.

637: 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)

638: 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.

639: 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.

640: FALKLANDS ARCHERY NEWS - Falklands (Heritage) - 19.02.2012

A well-earned achievement for James Tyrrell who this month was awarded the Argos Junior Trophy, this is an award presented to under 18’s who the committee believe had shown the most improvement in score, attendance and character.

641: Falklands' Historical Telex For Sale - Falklands (Heritage) - 19.02.2012

A copy of the original Falklands War Surrender Telex, announcing the laying down of arms by the Argentine Forces under General de Brigada Mario Menendez in June 1982, is to be sold at Bonhams Marine Sale on 3 April 2012

642: 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.

643: 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.

644: St Helena Formal LegCo Meeting to take place next week - St Helena (Legal) - 19.02.2012

Legislative Council will meet Friday, 24th February, at 10am in the Court House, Jamestown. Their meeting is expected to be for one day and will be broadcast live via Radio St Helena.

645: 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.

646: SEVEN VIETNAMESE CREW SAFE AFTER JUMPING SHIP IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Fisheries) - 12.02.2012

At approximately 0242 hrs on Sunday, 12 February 2012 seven Vietnamese crewmen off the Taiwanese Jigger, Sing Jung Yu No 8, anchored in Stanley harbour were reported missing to Authorities in the Falkland Islands.

647: DANNY - Falklands (Education) - 11.02.2012

Give this man a Pulitzer Prize!

648: 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.

649: 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.

650: 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.

651: 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.

652: 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.

653: 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.

654: 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.

655: 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.

656: 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

657: 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.

658: 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.

659: 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,”

660: HRH the Duke of Cambridge Takes Sea King Flight in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.02.2012

The Ministry of Defence has releaced footage of HRH the Duke of Cambridge (AKA Flt Lt Wales) taking an initial flight in a Sea King Search and Rescue Helicopter in the Falkland Islands

661: 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.

662: Falklands' Executive Council Report 31/01/12 - Falklands (Legal) - 31.01.2012

Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 25 January 2012 by the Honourable Jan Cheek

663: 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.

664: 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.

665: 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).

666: 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.

667: 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.

668: 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...

669: 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...

670: 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.

671: 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.

672: MARCUS PORTER: Home from Home - Falklands (Education) - 22.01.2012

FINN remembers when Marcus Porter (MP) was born and enjoying music whilst in his pram; but you should see him now aaaaaand hear his music.

673: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON RICHARD FOGERTY - Falklands (Education) - 20.01.2012

Stacey Bragger (FIRS) interviewed Richard Fogerty (RF), Assistant Director of Education about a proposed review of the Education ordinance. He asked Mr Fogerty why he felt the ordinance should be updated.

674: SOUTH GEORGIA POSSESSION DAY MARKED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.01.2012

A reception to mark the 237th anniversary of Captain James Cook’s discovery and possession of South Georgia took place at Government House on Tuesday, 17 January 2012.

675: “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.

676: CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED TO ELIGIBLE FALKLAND ISLANDERS - Falklands (Education) - 20.01.2012

According to a press release from Government House Islanders interested in postgraduate study in the UK are invited to apply for a Chevening Scholarship Award.

677: “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.

678: 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.

679: 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.

680: St Helena: Get Afloat...and enjoy the sunshine! - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 20.01.2012

The Tourist Office is organising some trips afloat. Take the opportunity to see the island from the sea, and try out a new experience...

681: Norovirus Causes Ship Cancellation in the Falklands - Falklands (Health) - 17.01.2012

The following was received in MS Excel format and had to be retyped.

682: 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

683: 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.

684: 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.

685: 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.

686: 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.

687: ARGOS LTD MEDALS PRESENTED FOR ARCHERY COMPETITION - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.01.2012

The first ever Argos Limited Medal Archery Competition was held on Friday, 06 January 2012 at the leisure centre, with Medals presented by the Executive Chairman, Mr Ian Thompson, OBE, at Argos House on H. Jones Road.

688: 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.

689: Dagmar Koptein to give organ recital at Stanley Cathedral - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.01.2012

Dagmar Koptein, a musician aboard the Phoenix Ship, MV ARTIANA, will be giving a free 30 minute organ recital in Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday, 22 January 2012 at 1700hrs.

690: 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:

691: 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.

692: 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.

693: Prime Minister's Christmas Message to the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.12.2011

There is a real sense of a renewed partnership between us, which we will celebrate and consolidate in a White Paper to be published early next year.

694: 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.

695: 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.

696: 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.

697: 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.

698: GOVERNOR HONOURS ONE OF FALKLANDS’ FINEST - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.12.2011

A special reception was given at Government House in honour of Andy Brownlee, who was awarded an MBE at Buckingham Palace this spring (UK autumn).

699: 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

700: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING ON FRIDAY, 16 DECEMBER 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 21.12.2011

(Part 1: Swearing-in on Barry Elsby and Ian Hansen, Papers and Legislation)

701: 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.

702: 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.

703: 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.

704: 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.

705: 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.

706: 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.

707: 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.

708: 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.

709: 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.

710: 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.

711: 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.

712: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 14 December 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 16.12.2011

December is usually a month where papers of high importance or of an urgent nature are presented and only some twenty papers came before Exco.

713: 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.

714: 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.

715: 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.

716: FIFCA Predicts a Hard-Working Year Ahead - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.12.2011

The Falkland Islands’ Fishing Companies Association has recently held an annual general meeting at which Cheryl Roberts has been elected chairman for 2011/2012.

717: 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.

718: Inshore South Georgia What's Down There? - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 10.12.2011

The Shallow Marine Survey Group (SMSG) has published the most comprehensive record of species richness from the shallow sublittoral zone of the north coast of South Georgia.

719: 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.

720: 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.

721: 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.

722: 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.

723: 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.

724: 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.

725: PUMA Ocean Racing yacht is dismastrd NW of Tristan - S.Atlantic (Tourism/Travel) - 29.11.2011

On 21st November, the Tristan da Cunha Authorities were alerted, that the American yacht Puma had lost her mast approximately 700 nm NW of Tristan da Cunha.

726: St Helena Basil Read Team – Progression with Airport Developments - S.Atlantic (Tourism/Travel) - 26.11.2011

The first representatives of Basil Read Ltd, Island Director, Deon De Jager, Project Human Resources Manager, Charles Schwarz, and Financial Manager, Vanessa Sturgiss were welcomed to the island on Saturday 19th November 2011.

727: St Helena WORK AT LEMON VALLEY - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 26.11.2011

St Helena Tourism would like to advise the public that work is underway to finalise the landing area at Lemon Valley ready for the installation of the new landing stage.

728: Convictions Quoshed in New MacDonald Court Case - Falklands (Legal) - 26.11.2011

On 16 November Colin MacDonald was convicted in the Supreme Court of two charges of rape and one charge of making a threat to kill. Mr MacDonald was found as a matter of fact to have committed the offences, which date back to 1975.

729: Falklands: Society of Editors' Transcripts Part 3 - Falklands (Legal) - 25.11.2011

We have another distinguished name to add to the Society of Editors Lecture. You will have noted that the relationship between the BBC and the Daily Mail, are remarkably good at least within the society since your next president, who has been working very closely with me is Francesca Unsworth, Head of Newsgathering at the BBC.

730: 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.

731: Falklands: Society of Editors Transcripts (Pt 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 19.11.2011

Before introducing our keynote speaker I am very grateful for the opportunity that Robin (Esser) has given me to just very briefly to draw your attention to

732: Falklands: Society of Editors Transcripts (Pt 2) - Falklands (Legal) - 19.11.2011

Thank you very much for that welcome Ladies and Gentlemen and thank you very much for having me here at the Annual Conference which you are covering a lot of areas for which my department’s responsible, which you said. – areas where I have been active in my period of office which you said so far.

733: Falklands -Summary of Executive Council Meeting 16 November 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 18.11.2011

This was the first meeting of the newly elected Executive Council comprising of the Hon Jan Cheek, the Hon Dick Sawle and the Hon Sharon Halford.

734: Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association Has New Offices - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 18.11.2011

The office of the Association is now at: Room 11, Stanley Services, By-Pass Road, Stanley. The postal address is PO Box 664.

735: ST HELENA PROGRESS ON TOURISM PROJECTS - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 18.11.2011

Recent weeks have seen strong progress on many of the tourism projects, particularly in respect of Lemon Valley and Main Street Jamestown.

736: 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,

737: 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.

738: HRH THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE OFF TO THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.11.2011

According to an announcement by the MOD, HRH the Duke of Cambridge will be deployed to the Falklands early in the New Year. He will be deployed in the South Atlantic for six weeks.

739: AWARD FOR CAPTAIN CLARENCE OCTOBER AND THE CREW OF THE EDINBURGH - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 09.11.2011

I am delighted, as I know you all will be, with the announcement that Captain Clarence October and the crew of the Edinburgh have received an award for their work with the Oliva earlier this year.

740: Governor Crapes' Inaugural Speech - Tristan (Heritage) - 09.11.2011

I know that they are both keen to visit Tristan as soon as they can but as you know the logistics are challenging and we are currently looking at a number of options.

741: 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

742: St Helena EXCO meeting of 2 November 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 09.11.2011

This morning I Chaired my first EXCO meeting on St Helena. I was impressed by the collegiate atmosphere and excellent contributions from all members. It was clear too that EXCO enjoys first class support from the Clerk to EXCO and from the Deputy Chief Secretary.

743: St Helena The Immigration Points Based System - St Helena (Legal) - 09.11.2011

The Points Based System is open for public consultation between 7th November and 21st November. The Points Based System is open for public consultation between 7th November and 21st November.

744: Mark Capes sworn in as Governor of St Helena - St Helena (Heritage) - 09.11.2011

Amidst clear skies, with the RMS St Helena in the harbour and the steady hum of people gathering to watch the Inauguration Ceremony in Jamestown, Mark Capes was sworn in as the Governor of St Helena on Saturday 29th October 2011.

745: 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

746: Third Falklands Assembly Member Resigns - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.11.2011

The Governor has accepted, with regret, the resignation of Bill Luxton from the Legislative Assembly on 4 November.

747: Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 26 October 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 09.11.2011

The meeting commenced at 9am with the Governor, Mr Nigel Haywood chairing. Present were the Attorney General, Chief Executive, Financial Secretary and Group Captain Jim Klein who was deputising for the commander British Forces plus MLAs Cheek, Halford and Short.

748: 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.

749: 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.

750: 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.

751: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING THURSDAY, 27 OCTOBER 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2011

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Thursday, 27 October 2011 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

752: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mr Dick Sawle - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable colleagues, there are always many topics that one could mention in speaking to the Motion for Adjournment and I would like to keep my topics short and focused today for which some colleagues of mine will be most grateful.

753: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to touch on the issue of the dissemination of information

754: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mr Mike Summers - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I will be relatively brief, I think, this morning. (I would) just talk about a couple areas of responsibility.

755: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mr Gavin Short - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would just like to say a few brief words on a couple of subjects.

756: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, first I would like to associate myself with the good wishes to Emma.

757: Legislative Assembly Speech by The Hon Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.10.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I will start by the single constituency. There was a phone-in last evening on FIRS at which my Colleague, Mike Summers, and I sat for an hour and answered many questions that came in from members of the public.

758: HMS CLYDE VISITS TRISTAN - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 31.10.2011

On Friday the 28th October, the HMS Clyde called in at Tristan on her way to South Africa, from the Falklands. She arrived at 0830 and departed at 1800.

759: THE HON EMMA EDWARDS, MLA RESIGNS TO FACILITATE NEW LIFE IN UK - Falklands (Legal) - 29.10.2011

Government House has announced that the Governor has accepted, with regret, the resignation of Emma Edwards from the Legislative Assembly.

760: PUBLIC MEETING MONDAY, 24 OCTOBER 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.10.2011

A public meeting was held in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 24 October 2011. Present when the meeting started were the Hon Mr Dick Sawle, the Hon Mr Roger Edwards (Chair) the Hon Mr Gavin Short, the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford, the Hon Mr Mike Summers and the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek. For unspecified reasons, Mrs Halford left the meeting shortly after it began.

761: 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.

762: 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.

763: 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.

764: 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.

765: 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.

766: TEAM TRANQUIL VOLUNTEERS AID IN CEMETERY PROJECT - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.10.2011

Team Tranquil have been busy raising money for a gazebo and benches in the Stanley Cemetery.

767: JOHN AND EILEEN SMITH CELEBRATE 50 YEARS TOGETHER - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.10.2011

John and Eileen Smith will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Friday, 21 October 2011.

768: 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.

769: FALKLANDS SEE BEN’S ART AT ITS BEST - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.10.2011

Ever since I can remember, Ben Cockwell has been drawing and painting to a high standard for his age group.

770: 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.

771: Statement Re. Ocean Guardian Drilling Rig - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.10.2011

Rockhopper Exploration plc confirms that a loss of power occurred on the Ocean Guardian drilling rig on 16

772: QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR AWARDED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.10.2011

At a reception held in Government House on the evening of Wednesday, 19 October 2011, Miss Vivienne Perkins and Mrs Jan Miller received the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour from H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood.

773: 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.

774: 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!

775: 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.

776: 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.

777: Here to be heard, represented, and supported! Prince Andrew School Student Council 2011 - St Helena (Education) - 22.10.2011

“A bright light for the future of St Helena’s democracy” were the words of Acting Governor, Ken Baddon as he spoke of the 2011 Student Council at a specially hosted lunch at Plantation House on Wednesday.

778: RECORD NUMBER OF TICKETS SOLD IN FALKLANDS CONSERVATION’S RAFFLE - Falklands (Environment) - 16.10.2011

A record number of 604 raffle tickets were sold in aid of Falklands Conservation and on Wednesday night they were drawn to the delight of many who purchased them.

779: Falklands - MAN’S BEST FRIENDS NEED BEDDING, TOO - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.10.2011

When you snuggle under warm duvets during cold winter and spring months, give a thought to mans’ best friends at Mount Pleasant Complex.

780: MPS TO VISIT FALKLANDS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.10.2011

Four MPs accompanied by FIG's Representative in London will be visiting the Falklands next month.

781: MOTORCYCLE/CAR COLLISION SENDS ONE TO HOSPITAL - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.10.2011

According to the Royal Falkland Islands Police a motorcycle/car collision took place at the corner of Philomel Hill and Fitzroy Road at lunchtime on Wednesday, 12 October 2011.

782: 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.

783: 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.

784: 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.

785: 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.

786: 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.

787: The CPA celebrates 100 years - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 15.10.2011

To commemorate 100 years of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), the St Helena Branch will be celebrating with a focus on the inaugural meeting of the St Helena Youth Parliament on Monday 24th October 2011.

788: 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.

789: 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.

790: 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.

791: Tristan Remembers Volcano + 50 - Tristan (Heritage) - 08.10.2011

The BBC reports that Fifty years ago a village in Hampshire forged an unlikely link with one of the most isolated communities on earth.

792: UN REPORT ON FALKLANDS’ DECOLONISATION - Falklands (Legal) - 08.10.2011

Report of the Special Committee on the Situation with regard to the Implementation of the Declaration on the Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples for 2011 General Assembly Official Records Sixty-sixth Session Supplement No. 23

793: FALKLANDS EMERGENCY SERVICES “CAN DO” DURING ANNUAL EXERCISE - Falklands (Education) - 08.10.2011

An annual exercise to hone skills of the emergency services of both the Military and the Civilian population were put to the test on Friday when a difficult scenario unfolded at 0845hrs on the day.

794: COOL LAUNCH FOR ARCHERY IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.10.2011

The Falklands Archery Association was officially launched at the Narrows Bar on Saturday, 01 October 2011 by the first President, Mr Paul Ellis and the Association’s patron, H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood.

795: 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.

796: MEXICAN JOURNALIST VISITS THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Education) - 08.10.2011

Mexican journalist Pascal Beltran del Rio, Managing Editor of Nuevo Excelsior is in the Falklands to do a series of articles about Falklands’ history, politics and culture.

797: 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.

798: Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum Holds Successful First Meeting - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.10.2011

The Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum held their first meeting on 27th September in the Chamber of Commerce.

799: £36,000.00 for FVF and SAMA’82 - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.10.2011

Liberty Lodge and the Arboretum in the UK will benefit from money donated by Red Lion Foods and SAMA’82. At a reception for Veterans held at Government House a very grateful Smoky Coles from the Falklands Families Association received both cheques.

800: Falklands EXCO Meeting for September 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 08.10.2011

The Hon. Emma Edwards stood in at the meeting so she and the Hon Gavin Short could consider the first paper, a Planning appeal which I was unable to do because I sat on the Planning and Building meeting at which the original decision was made. The appeal was not upheld.

801: DEPARTMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.10.2011

At September’s meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee Mrs Phyll Rendell, the Director of Mineral Resources, Gave her monthly report. She began by outlining the progress with the Offshore Drilling Programme.

802: 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

803: New FCO Website for Falklands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.09.2011

Government House in the Falklands has a new website designed to coincide with the launch of the FCO’s Overseas Territories Consultation “Have Your Say”.

804: 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.

805: 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."

806: South Georgia: 2014 Marine Species and Counting - S.Atlantic (Environment) - 30.09.2011

The high biodiversity of South Georgia waters is proving a hot topic. There are several current projects working on this and new species are being identified from samples collected in recent years, with more work planned.

807: ST HELENA GOVERNOR’S FAREWELL - St Helena (Heritage) - 30.09.2011

Being your Governor for the past four years has been not only an honour, but it has also been a pleasure. That pleasure comes from a genuine belief in the people and the future of St.Helena and the fact that I have had the privilege of working with so many of you, in both sectors, who share that belief.

808: St Helena Governor Gurr’s four years on St Helena - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 30.09.2011

Governor Andrew Gurr left the island on Friday 23rd September on completion of his term of office. During the four years he has been on the Island, having arrived on 11th November 2007, the Island has faced many changes which were predicted by the Governor when he said in his inaugural speech:

809: St Helena Ex-Co Report - 27 Sept 11 - Tristan (Legal) - 30.09.2011

Welcome to my first ExCo Report – which deals with a short but productive meeting. The five elected members were all present,

810: BRITAIN REPLIES TO ARGENTINE THREATS OVER THE FALKLAND ISLANDS - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 23.09.2011

A day after Argentine President, Christina Fernandez de Kirchner threatened Britain with thwarting the Lan Flight, the delegation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland has issued a statement in exercise of the right of reply to the remarks made by the President of the Argentine Republic in the general debate on 21 September 2011.

811: Former Falklands’ Chief Medical Officer Accepts Shetland Post - Falklands (Health) - 23.09.2011

Dr Roger Diggle, former Chief Medical Officer for the Falkland Islands has traded one end of the earth for another. NHS Shetland announced the appointment on Monday.

812: FIRS Shines the Spotlight on Mark Lewis - Falklands (Legal) - 23.09.2011

FINN has published a message concerning the new Jury Amendment Bill. Stacey Bragger of FIRS has interviewed the Attorney General the Hon Mr Mark Lewis QC (ML), who explained what the changes to this Bill mean to you and me.

813: Chilean National Day Recognised at Government House - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.09.2011

A reception in honour of Chilean Independence Day was held at Government House at 1800hrs on Wednesday, 21 September 2011.

814: Important Speech to be Delivered During Minister's Vitit to Bermuda - All (Gen - Government) - 23.09.2011

Government House has announced that Henry Bellingham MP, Minister for the Overseas Territories, is visiting Bermuda next week. This will be the Minister’s first visit to Bermuda.

815: Director of Emergency Services Visits MPC - Falklands (Education) - 23.09.2011

Director of Emergency Services, Chief Superintendent Barry Marsden made the trip to MPC this week as a prelude to the exercising of the Major Incident Response Plan by the Falkland Islands Emergency Services later this month.

816: Own Goal for Argentina Over Flights - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.09.2011

Jorge Argüello, Argentina’s permanent representative to the United Nations, has confirmed President Cristinea Fernandez de Kirchner’s threat to stop the once a week flight between the Falkland Islands and Argentina.

817: 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

818: St Helena: A Bill for an Ordinance to regulate media services - St Helena (Legal) - 23.09.2011

This Bill initially came out for public consultation between May and July 2010. The Home & International Committee were pleased with the level of interest but delayed any further work pending the outcome of the recent review of the islands Media Services. The revised Bill has been amended to take account of the feedback received during 2010.

819: St Helena: EXCO REPORT 83 – 20th September 2011 - Tristan (Legal) - 23.09.2011

This is my 83rd EXCO report and I think that anyone who has heard all 83 probably deserves an award.

820: Foreign and Commonwealth Office Responds to the Petition - St Helena (Heritage) - 23.09.2011

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister for the Overseas Territories, Henry Bellingham MP, has today sent letters

821: 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.

822: 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.

823: Tristan da Cunha – Fishing and Shipping News - Tristan (Fisheries) - 18.09.2011

The MV Edinburgh departed Cape Town at the end of August on her first fishing trip of the lobster season. Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

824: New Future for UK Overseas Territories - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 17.09.2011

UK Overseas Territories in the South Atlantic include Ascension Island, St Helena, Tristan da Cunha, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, the Falkland Islands and British Antarctic Territory.

825: OUTSTANDING STANDARDS REWARDED AT FALKLANDS’ CRAFT FAIR - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.09.2011

Outstanding qualities of craft were presented at the annual Falklands Craft Fair which was held over the weekend of 10 and 11 September 2011.

826: PRE-LAMB SHEARING – THE WELFARE IMPLICATIONS - Falklands (Agriculture) - 16.09.2011

By Steve Pointing (As published in the Wool Press for September 2011) All sheep need to be shorn from time to time and in most countries and in most sheep breeds this occurs once a year.

827: 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.

828: FIRS INTERVIEW WITH BGS CONSULTANT DR PHIL RICHARDS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.09.2011

Recently Dr Phil Richards (PR), the Falkland Islands’ Mineral Resources Consultant from British Geological Survey, paid a routine visit to the Falklands and attend a series of meetings with the Department of Mineral Resources, met with MLAs and the Chief Executive, sharing with them oil data interpretations.

829: MLAs HEAD NORTH FOR PARTY CONFERENCES - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 16.09.2011

The Honourable Sharon Halford, MLA and Roger Edwards, MLA left the Falklands on Tuesday to attend the annual Party Conferences in the United Kingdom. They will be joined in the UK by the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) London Representative Sukey Cameron MBE.

830: Minerals Department Reacts to Rockhopper Discovery - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.09.2011

From a report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB) 14/09/11 On Wednesday FINN included Rockhopper Exploration’s announcement of an oil discovery as well as the news that they could be in production by 2016.

831: Falklands: Sawle Rebuts Edwards' Criticism - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 16.09.2011

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB) 14/09/11 Councillor Dick Sawle has responded to the comments made yesterday (Tuesday) on Falklands Radio by Councillor Roger Edwards about the removal of Councillor Emma Edwards as holder of the tourism portfolio.

832: 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.

833: St Helena EXCO REPORT 82 – 13th September 2011 - Tristan (Gen - Government) - 16.09.2011

This was a full-blooded EXCO with good debate and a wide range of issues. The agenda revealed 14 items, which is well above average.

834: St Helena Marks Governor Gurr’s Departure - St Helena (Heritage) - 16.09.2011

His Excellency, Governor Gurr will depart the Island on Friday 23rd September 2011 on completion of his term of office.

835: 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.

836: Meeting of the Ascension Island Council on Friday 2nd September 2011 - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 10.09.2011

The Ascension Island Council met in formal session on Friday 2nd September at 2pm in the Council Chamber. Councillors Bendall, Cranfield and Lawrence were present. The Governor and Attorney General joined in by the customary telephone link. Councillors George and Thomas were not present.

837: Falklands' Demining Project Delayed - Falklands (Environment) - 09.09.2011

Earlier this year during GPC Round-up it was announced that the de-miners would be back, this time to make safe Stanley Common and do clearance around the Stone Corral.

838: 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

839: £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.

840: MISS EMMA EDWARDS MLA RELINQUISHES TOURISM PORTFOLIO - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 09.09.2011

Six Members of the Legislative Assembly have discussed current difficulties within the FITB portfolio and the Falkland Islands Government has agreed a Tourism Development Strategy.

841: Local Falklands Man Achieves Top Agriculture Job - Falklands (Agriculture) - 09.09.2011

Local man, Andrew Pollard, has been promoted to Senior Agricultural Advisor and will take up his duties in November when the present post holder, Mack MacArthur, completes his contract. As well as his advisor’s role, Mr Pollard will be Head of Service for the Agricultural Unit.

842: Darren Christie Appointed Falklands' Public Relations and Media Manager - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.09.2011

Darren Christie has been appointed to the post of Public Relations and Media manager for the Falkland Islands Government.

843: THE HON MISS EMMA EDWARDS MLA RESPONDS TO COLLEAGUES’ ACTIONS - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 09.09.2011

The Hon Miss Emma Edwards, MLA has responded to the withdrawal of the Tourism portfolio from her as a meeting held at Gilbert House on Friday the 2nd September 2011.

844: New Falklands' Magistrate Appointed - Falklands (Legal) - 09.09.2011

Government House announced on Thursday, 08 September 2011 the appointment of Mr Carl Gumsley as Senior Magistrate for the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands and the British Antarctic Territory.

845: 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.

846: 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.

847: St Helena - New Chief Secretary arrives next week - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.09.2011

Arriving on Thursday 15th September will be the new Chief Secretary, Owen O’Sullivan accompanied by his wife and young family.

848: Councillor Thomas returns from CPA Conference - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.09.2011

Having attended the 57th Annual Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference 2011 in London, Councillor Derek Thomas recently returned to the Island.

849: Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 25 August 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 31.08.2011

This month’s agenda was relatively short with a number of the papers just requiring formal approval by Executive Council.

850: 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.

851: 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

852: St Helena: EXCO REPORT 81 – 30th August 2011 - Tristan (Legal) - 31.08.2011

This EXCO was not one of our longer meetings as most of the issues were routine. However under Matters Arising from the minutes of the last two meetings some useful issues touched on were:

853: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Miss Emma Edwards MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I love spring and it really is an absolutely beautiful spring when morning with its smells in the air.

854: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Gavin Short MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion I would like to make a couple of points if I may, please?

855: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Roger Edwards MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment I would like to go back a few weeks to Farmers’ Week here in Stanley.

856: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mr Mike Summers MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I have a few things to touch on briefly. I was not really part of putting together the Referendum Bill and I have not spoken about it publically in the past. I am pleased to see it here.

857: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it seems to be that time of year again where madness takes over and common sense goes out the window.

858: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING ON FRIDAY, 26 AUGUST 2011 (Part 2) - Falklands (Legal) - 29.08.2011

Motions 6 and 7 and Legislation

859: The Hon Dick Sawle's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 29.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment today I firstly – as I missed the last Assembly meeting – I would like to welcome the Honourable Mike Summers to this Assembly and I look forward to working closely with you and all my colleagues on many issues and making good progress.

860: 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.

861: St Helena Appoints Acting Governor - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 29.08.2011

Governor Gurr today announced that the Attorney General, Ken Baddon, will be Acting Governor during the coming interregnum following his departure on 23rd September and prior to the arrival of Mark Capes on 29th October

862: Motion for Adjournment Speech by the Hon Mrs Jan Cheek MLA - Falklands (Legal) - 29.08.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I will be brief. I would like firstly to associate myself with the remarks made by the Honourable Dick Sawle regarding the Military and our defence of the Islands in its broadest sense

863: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING ON FRIDAY, 26 AUGUST 2011 (Part 1-a) - Falklands (Legal) - 28.08.2011

(Part 1-A: Information for Motion 5)

864: TRIBUTES TO SHARON WAINWRIGHT - St Helena (Heritage) - 28.08.2011

Sharon’s last email to me on 11th August began with the words “No problem...”. How typical that was of her approach to her job.

865: St Helena Special meeting of Legislative Council - St Helena (Legal) - 28.08.2011

A formal meeting of Legislative Council will take place on Friday 2nd September at 10am, at the Court House in Jamestown, and will be broadcast live via Radio St Helena.

866: St Helena Congratulates CPL J PETERS RLC - St Helena (Heritage) - 28.08.2011

Cpl Peters is employed as an AAPTI responsible for delivering physical training, testing and the administration of up to 44 Soldiers (JS). He is also responsible for delivering Adventurous Training (AT) instruction during Personal & Team Development.

867: 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.

868: 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.

869: Decline of Blue Whiting Stocks in the South West Atlantic - Falklands (Fisheries) - 27.08.2011

Over the past few years stocks of Southern Blue Whiting have declined in the South West Atlantic. Most notably stocks have nose-dived since the Argentines pulled out of the South Atlantic Fisheries Commission (SAFC) in 2007, yet continued to catch in excess of the Total Allowable Catch Limit (TAC) recommended by the Commission. Mark Spruce asked John Barton (JB) about this.

870: 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.

871: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING ON FRIDAY, 26 AUGUST 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 27.08.2011

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Friday, 26 August 2011.

872: 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

873: 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

874: SHARON WAYNWRIGHT: A SAD LOSS FOR ST HELENA - St Helena (Heritage) - 19.08.2011

It was with the deep and sincere regret that people in the Falklands heard of the sudden death in London of Sharon Wainwright.

875: 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.

876: RURAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD SCHEME ANNOUNCED - Falklands (Agriculture) - 19.08.2011

Government House announced on Thursday the approval of three small programme fund awards to help with Rural Development in the Islands.

877: Desire Speculation Note Sheer Nonsense - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.08.2011

Often during the day companies post news on the London Stock Exchange RNS service. Desire’s press release has been posted not only on its section but also by Rockhopper Exploration’s RNS news.

878: QUALIFICATION CERTIFICATES PRESENTED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Education) - 13.08.2011

Professional qualification certificates were handed out at a Government House reception on Monday evening.

879: Rockhopper announces encouraging 14/10-6 Appraisal well update - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.08.2011

Rockhopper Exploration, has provided an update on the 14/10-6 appraisal well -the third appraisal well on the Sea Lion feature.

880: 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.

881: Frank Wild is to be buried next to Shackleton in the Grytviken cemetery - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 13.08.2011

Frank Wild was one of the most experienced polar explorers of the heroic era.

882: Raising the flag to celebrate the return of the sun - Br.Ant.Territory (Heritage) - 13.08.2011

Staff at British Antarctic Survey’s Rothera Research Station recently raised the Union flag to mark the first sighting of the sun again after several weeks of continual darkness.

883: Report Concludes The Whaling Stations Are Dangerous - S.Georgia (Health) - 13.08.2011

After a major clean-up operation costing millions, Grytviken is the only former whaling station accessible to visitors to South Georgia.

884: ST HELENA EXCO REPORT 77 – 9th August 2011 - Tristan (Legal) - 13.08.2011

This session of Executive Council turned out to be a long one as we had two very important matters on our agenda – a video conference with the UK concerning the airport, and a discussion regarding untargeted subsidies.

885: St Helena Visiting Gynaecologist for Health & Social Welfare Directorate - St Helena (Health) - 13.08.2011

Currently working in the Health & Social Welfare Directorate is Dr Mary Packer. She will be on Island until 12 August 2011 as a visiting Gynaecologist.

886: St Helena Medical Officer for Health & Social Welfare Directorate - St Helena (Health) - 13.08.2011

Dr Solomon Lebese has recently been appointed as Medical Officer - Anaesthetics to work within the Health & Social Welfare Directorate on a two year contract

887: ST HELENA TOURISM AGAIN WELCOMES JANET SHANKLAND - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 13.08.2011

St Helena Tourism will again be welcoming to the island its Sales and Marketing Executive, Janet Shankland, when the RMS arrives this week. Janet is visiting the island to bring herself fully up to date with progress and developments, and to meet key stakeholders.

888: 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:

889: 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).

890: 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.

891: 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.

892: 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.

893: 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.

894: 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.

895: 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.

896: 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.

897: 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.

898: 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?

899: 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

900: 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.

901: 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.

902: 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.

903: NEWS FROM ST HELENA TOURISM SAINTS FLOCK TO LONGWOOD HOUSE - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 30.07.2011

Over 200 people took advantage of a gloriously sunny day to visit Longwood House on Saturday, when it was open all day to the public. The gardens and the House itself were at their best, and visitors were able to see and appreciate the many different aspects of Napoleon’s legacy that attracts many tourists to St Helena. Several Saints had never visited the House before, and many had not been since they were children at school.

904: INFORMATION FROM ST HELENA TOURISM CONSULTATIONS ON QUALITY STANDARDS - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 30.07.2011

With the approach of air access, increasing numbers of tourists, and especially increasing demands for high quality service for visitors and residents alike, it is important that agreed standards are developed for tourism services on St Helena.

905: 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.

906: St Helena NEW MANAGEMENT FOR THE EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORATE - St Helena (Education) - 30.07.2011

“The public are advised that with effect from 21 July 2011 the Education & Employment Directorate will be jointly managed by Mrs Beverly Francis,

907: SG Sets Good Example to Damaging Long-line Fisheries - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 30.07.2011

More than 333,000 seabirds a year are still being killed as a result of global long-line fishing according to a study by the RSPB and Bird Life International.

908: FLH GENERAL MANAGER REPORTS YEARLY PROFITS FOR THREE FARMS - Falklands (Agriculture) - 30.07.2011

In his monthly report, Owen summers, General Manager of Falkland Landholdings Corp. has reported healthy yearly profits compared to last year

909: FIRS GOES ONE TO ONE WITH DICK SAWLE (29.07.11) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2011

The 57th annual Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference was held recently in London with Councillor Dick Sawle representing the Falklands’ Legislative Assembly. On today’s programme Councillor Sawle (DS) will be explaining what issues were discussed during the week and he began by describing the format of the conference.

910: Falklands General Purposes Committee Report for 27 July 2011 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2011

Report on the General Purposes Committee held on the 27th July. All members were present with the exception of the Hons W Luxton, Jan Cheek and Dick Sawle who are all overseas at the moment.

911: FALKLAND ISLANDS HUMAN RIGHTS AWARENESS TRAINING BEGINS WITH A REFRESHER LECTURE - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.07.2011

Lindi Coetzee, Selina Goulbourne and Rosanna Mesquita, three Human Rights Trainers, have arrived in the Falklands and will conduct Human Rights training during the week of 19 to 25 July 2011.

912: HUMAN RIGHTS CAPACITY LECTURES WELL ATTENDED - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.07.2011

Three Human Rights Trainers, Lindi Coetzee, Selina Goulbourne and Rosanna Mesquita have arrived in the Falklands and will conduct Human Rights training during the week of 19 to 25 July 2011.

913: Hydatids: Trial Results and Implications for the future treatment of dogs - Falklands (Agriculture) - 23.07.2011

In the morning session of Farmers’ Week on Wednesday, 06 July 2011 Mr Steve Pointing, Senior Veterinary officer presented trial results from last year’s Hydatid tests carried out on the faeces of all dogs in the Falklands.

914: 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.

915: 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.

916: St Helena EXCO REPORT 75 – 19th July 2011 - Tristan (Legal) - 23.07.2011

We began by having sight of the draft Order Paper for the next Legislative Council Meeting which begins this coming Friday - 22nd July.

917: 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.

918: 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.

919: Sustainable seafood on the Waterfront: Shoreline Café and Tristan da Cunha rock lobster fishery secure MSC certification - Tristan (Fisheries) - 20.07.2011

Cape Town’s Two Oceans Aquarium today hosted a special celebration as its Shoreline Café, destination for thousands of hungry visitors each year, became the first restaurant in Africa to be certified to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)[1] Chain of Custody standard for seafood traceability. Photo (c) Tristan Times

920: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING, THURSDAY, 14 JULY 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0830hrs on Thursday, 14 July 2011 at the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

921: Legislative Assembly Motion for Adjournment Speeches: The Hon Miss Emma Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in rising to support the Motion I would like to address the House very briefly. Firstly I would like to welcome Brigadier Bill Aldridge. I hope you enjoy your stay here in the Islands. Do get out and take all those Penguin photographs. I am sure you will have an absolutely great time.

922: Motion for Adjournment Speech: The Honourable Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I will be very brief in respect my statement to welcomes and visits. I, too, would like to welcome Mike Summers and congratulate him on winning the by-election in Stanley.

923: Motion for Adjournment Speech: The Honourable Gavin Short - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, In rising to speak to the Motion for Adjournment it is my intention not to deprive the listening public for FIRS too much of their morning programme.

924: Motion for Adjournment Speech: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, Now that we have eventually been able to make this meeting of Legislative Assembly after waiting for the Island Games to finish and then the weather to clear to allow flying, I must say that never before have I had to get up in the middle of the night to attend such a meeting..

925: Motion for Adjournment Speech:The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I would like to join in the welcomes given to Commander British Forces.

926: Motion for Adjournment Speech: The Hon Mr Mike Summers - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, it’s not my normal practice to comment on what other Members have said in the Motion for Adjournment.

927: Motion for Adjournment Speech: Brigadier Aldridge CBSAI - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 19.07.2011

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I thank you all for your kind words of welcome. I didn’t join the Army to join a Government. And so it is a huge and serious Honour for me to have this position and this opportunity to serve this community and this country.

928: Farmers' Week Coverage: Veterinary Clinical Scenario - Falklands (Agriculture) - 17.07.2011

On Thursday afternoon an outstanding group discussion took place, using various veterinary scenarios as a guide.

929: PRESENTATION TO SEAMANS MISSION BY SEA CADETS - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.07.2011

The Sea Cadets presented a Cheque for £435.00p to the Seaman’s Mission on Wednesday the 6th July.

930: JSEOD CONDUCTS STANLEY SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS - Falklands (Education) - 17.07.2011

In a display of their continuing support to the Falkland Islands community, two members of the JSEOD team based at MPC conducted mine awareness training to the local school children of Stanley on Wednesday 6th July.

931: DEPARTMENT OF MINERAL RESOURCES REPORT FOR JUNE/JULY 2011 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.07.2011

Since the last report for the meeting held on 3 May 2011 Rockhopper Exploration has drilled and flow tested another appraisal well (14/10-5) on the Sea Lion field situated 400 metres from the discovery well (14/10-2). Press Releases from Rockhopper Exploration published the results from the well, and the flow test, where stabilised flow rates were recorded at 5,508 barrels per day.

932: MIKE SUMMERS MLA SWORN INTO OFFICE - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 17.07.2011

The Hon Mr Mike Summers has taken his oath of office at a reception in Government House on Monday, 11 July 2011.

933: RINDERPEST ERADICATED - S.Atlantic (Agriculture) - 17.07.2011

By Steve Pointing As Published in July’s Wool Press At a recent meeting of the World Organisation for Animal health (OIE) in Paris in May it was declared that Rinderpest, one of the deadliest diseases of cattle and several other animal species, is now eradicated from the surface of the earth.

934: JSPSUDOG SECTION LET THE DOGS LOOSE FOR CHARITY - S.Atlantic (Education) - 17.07.2011

Following the highly successful Big Salute charity auction held by BFBS in June, the Falkland Islands Company came away with the highly valued prize of ‘bite your boss’ by donating £240 to the cause.

935: NEXT ST HELENA GOVERNOR NAMED - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 17.07.2011

The next Governor of Saint Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha is to be Mark Andrew Capes, a member of Her Majesty’s Diplomatic Service. He will be accompanied by his wife, Tamara.

936: BRITISH ANTARCTIC SURVEY: UNDER-SEA VOLCANOES NEAR THE SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS - S.Georgia (Environment) - 17.07.2011

Scientists from British Antarctic Survey (BAS) have discovered previously unknown volcanoes in the ocean waters around the remote South Sandwich Islands.

937: 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.

938: Farmers' Week Begins With Excellent Expo - Falklands (Agriculture) - 10.07.2011

An exhibition of businesses, products and services that are associated with the Falklands’ farming industry opened at the Town hall on Monday, 04 July 2011.

939: The effect of soil acidity and liming on forage productivity - Falklands (Agriculture) - 10.07.2011

Mr Pollard explained that high water tables stops the rapid breakdown of dead plant material resulting in peat soils having more than 20% organic carbon in the topsoil, being equivalent to 35% organic matter. He went on to say that undeveloped peat is mostly organic matter and a small amount of minerals.

940: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 30 June 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 10.07.2011

We commenced at 9am and the agenda wasn’t that long this time. Of the 18 or so items on the agenda I can report on those that did not contain items of a personal or commercially confidential nature etc.

941: St Helena EXCO REPORT 74 – 5th July 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 10.07.2011

There were 9 items on our agenda and we began with the Undertakings Given and Resolutions Made at the recent Legislative Council Meeting. These are now captured on a tracker document so we can see what has, and hasn’t been done.

942: 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.

943: 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.

944: Falklands Jelly Tots Results - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.07.2011

Jelly Tots held their Mid-Winter Fancy Dress Party on Sunday, 03 July 2011. In an atmosphere of mid-winter fun and party food the contestants enjoyed romping with friends and family as well as the competition.

945: 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.

946: 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.

947: 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.

948: ST HELENA EXCO REPORT for 21 June 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 01.07.2011

Today is our shortest day and midsummer in the UK, but it is also another Tuesday - and another EXCO. You may remember the time when we were able to hold Governor’s Groups every other Tuesday. The work load continues unabated and so we remain in a weekly EXCO pattern.

949: 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.

950: 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.

951: 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.

952: FR PETER CELEBRATES 10 YEARS AS A PRIEST - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.06.2011

Fr. Peter Norris has celebrated 10 years as a Priest at St Mary’s Rectory on Monday, 20 June 2011. Approximately 25 well-wishers attended a reception to mark the occasion.

953: 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.

954: Understanding Human Rights - Falklands (Legal) - 30.06.2011

By the Rev Dr Richard Hines: During the period 19th to 25th July an important opportunity exists for anyone interested to learn more about and participate in some introductory training in basic Human Rights. The project is an initiative sponsored by the UK’s Commonwealth Human Rights Institute and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and being made available to all the UK Overseas Territories. It follows on from a previous round of human rights training which took place in March 2010.

955: 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.

956: 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.

957: 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.

958: 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.

959: St Helena Clinical Nurse Manager for Health and Social Welfare - St Helena (Health) - 30.06.2011

A Clinical Nurse- Manager has recently been appointed to work to work within the Health and Social Welfare Directorate

960: St Helena Governor Gurr’s 100 Ascent of Jacob’s ladder - St Helena (Heritage) - 30.06.2011

For the 100th time Governor Gurr has defeated Jacob’s ladder; this hundredth ascent all in the name of charity.

961: 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.

962: Mike Summers Returned to Assembly in Falklands By-election - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 24.06.2011

Michael Victor Summers has been returned to the Falklands Legislative Assembly in the 23 June 2011 by-election. He won with a comfortable 259 votes.

963: 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.

964: Falklands Legislator Asks UN to Stand By Self Determination Principle - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.06.2011

Chapter 1 Article 1.2 enshrines the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples.

965: Falklands Vibrant Despite Argentine Sanctions - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.06.2011

all of that has now changed with Argentina pulling out of these agreements unilaterally. Presidential Decree 256 illegally demands that vessels transiting to the Falkland Islands through Argentine waters must gain signed permission from Argentina.

966: Regional Hydronews110620 - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 20.06.2011

The Falkland Islands Offshore Hydrocarbons Environmental Forum needs a person with the right stuff to chair it, to lead and oversee the administration of meetings, including setting agenda topics, agreeing items for discussion and finalising minutes.

967: The Tristan Song Project - Tristan (Education) - 18.06.2011

A collaborative song-writing project has started to bring rewards to the children of Tristan da Cunha.

968: ISLAND GAMES TEAM TO DEPART FOR ISLE OF WIGHT - Falklands (Education) - 17.06.2011

“It’s a really great occasion having so many people heading off to the Island Games – a team of 30 plus with officials as well. I think it’s outstanding that we have managed to put teams together in five separate sporting activities....

969: Andy Brownlee Awarded MBE in Queen’s Birthday Honours List - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.06.2011

Capt Andrew Samuel Brownlee, JP, Director, Lifestyles Ltd. for services to the community in the Falkland Islands has been listed on it.

970: HE MAY HAVE STOLEN CHRISTMAS BUT NOT FALKLANDS’ LIBERATION DAY - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.06.2011

Nothing that UK and US press reports could throw at the Falklands could dampen Islanders’ spirits today – Tuesday, 14 June 2011. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

971: 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.

972: 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.

973: 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.

974: 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.

975: 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.

976: 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.

977: REGIONAL HYDRONEWS 110610 - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 10.06.2011

This is an experimental compilation meant as a market test. If enough people hit on this there will be a regular series of REGIONAL HYDRONEWS on this website.

978: 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.

979: 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.

980: 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.

981: 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.

982: 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.

983: 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.

984: 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.

985: Legislative Assembly 25 May 2011: Papers, Amendments and Questions for Oral Answer - Falklands (Legal) - 05.06.2011

After the Motion for Thanks speeches were completed H E the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood left the chamber. Mr Keith Biles then presented two new Members with their Legislative Assembly ties.

986: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING IN THE COURT AND LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY CHAMBER, TOWN HALL, FRIDAY 27TH MAY 2011 AT 1415 HRS - Falklands (Legal) - 05.06.2011

Previously attached was the Report of the Select committee on the Appropriation Bill and the Finance Bill. Debate on this part of the meeting will be printed in this section of the transcript.

987: Roger Edwards Defends Self Funded Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.06.2011

We are entirely self funded and self governing with the exception of Foreign Affairs and defence – a defence only necessary because of the continual aggression shown by our closest neighbour.

988: ALL SET FOR THE MIDWINTER SWIM 2011 - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.06.2011

Falklands’ cold-water enthusiasts are preparing themselves for the Annual Midwinter swim that will be held this year at SURF BAY on the 18th June this year.

989: GOUGH ISLAND RESEARCHERS PRESENT FINDINGS AT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Tristan (Environment) - 03.06.2011

Graham Parker and Kalinka Rexer-Huber at the Chamber of Commerce Function Room on Thursday night. Photo © J. Brock (Tristan Times)

990: 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.

991: 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.

992: South Georgia Commissioner Signs Ordinance to Safeguard the Island�fs Wildlife and Protected Areas - S.Georgia (Legal) - 01.06.2011

His Honour the Civil Commissioner of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands signs an ordinance to safeguard the Islands' wildlife and protected areas as Darren Christie, Environment Officer on Invasive Species looks on. Photo (c) J. Brock (sartma)

993: St Helena EXCO REPORT 70 – 31st May 2011 - Tristan (Legal) - 01.06.2011

Our open agenda today had just one item – the Tobacco Control Bill. This Bill has been the subject of a great deal of consultation and discussion for many years and it has the purpose of protecting non-smokers from the dangers of passive inhalation whilst trying to assure smokers of a degree of freedom

994: 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.

995: ACTIVITIES FOR 29th ANNIVERSARY OF LIBERATION DAY ANNOUNCED - Falklands (Heritage) - 31.05.2011

Activities to mark the 29th anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland Islands from Argentine occupation in 1982, have been arranged for Tuesday14 June 2011.

996: EVANS’ WARRAH MAKES MUSEUM HISTORY - Falklands (Heritage) - 29.05.2011

Remarkable though it may be, the Evans Warrah has just become even more significant with radiocarbon dating indicating that one of the bones is approximately 1,000 years old –

997: Friday 27th May 2011- A bad one for Rats - Tristan (Agriculture) - 29.05.2011

Ratting Day this year was held on Friday 27th May.

998: FALKLANDS’ GIRL GUIDES BAZAAR REPORT - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 28.05.2011

The Falkland Islands Guide Association would like to thank all who supported the Association’s Annual Bazaar held on Saturday 28 May.

999: Falklands Legislative Assembly Motion of Thanks Speeches - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.05.2011

As we have heard, we cannot escape some of the financial ills of most of the world but activities like the improved Illex season and continuing oil exploration are assisting us in balancing the budget. Nevertheless rising costs are a challenge at every level.

1000: 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.

1001: FINAL CALL FOR FALKLAND ISLANDS QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR NOMINATIONS - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.05.2011

The purpose of such awards is to allow the Falkland Islands Government to recognise persons having connections with the Falkland Islands who have, by their loyalty and meritorious conduct, provided services of exceptional benefit to the people of the Falkland Islands.

1002: Falklands' Governor Addresses Legislative Assembly - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.05.2011

Mr Speaker, the past year has presented both domestic and international challenges to the Falkland Islands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H E the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood

1003: Falklands' General Purposes Committee Report for May 2011 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.05.2011

GPC was held on Tuesday 24th May this month and was considerably shorter than normal, taking up the morning only, as this being budget week there is much to consider in relation to the budget and only matters of some urgency were raised.

1004: 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.

1005: 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.

1006: Falklands Sea Cadets Receive £1,000 from Oil Ship - Falklands (Heritage) - 25.05.2011

Stanley Sea and Marine Cadets have received a cheque for £1,000.00 from the crew of M/V Polarcus. Stephan Reese , Vessel Manager for the supply ship, Polarcus and Ken Newton Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1007: Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 24 May 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 25.05.2011

This budget week meeting was for urgent items only so much shorter than usual.

1008: Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 24 May 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 24.05.2011

The Honourable Dick Sawle stood in for the Honourable Gavin Short for items in which the latter had declared an interest

1009: Beth John Falklands' May Queen 2011 - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.05.2011

Beth John has been crowned May Queen 2011 at Stanley Town Hall on Friday, May 20. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1010: Falklands Explorer Presents Environmental Impact Assessment - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.05.2011

Argos Resources Ltd has presented its Environmental Impact Assessment to an audience of approximately 35 people at the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, 18 May 2011. They assessed prospects in PL001 situated in the North Falkland Basin. Argos is the sole licensee of PL001 holding 100% equity.

1011: 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.

1012: Falklands Ask What Financial Resources? - Falklands (Environment) - 18.05.2011

Whoever wrote the article for UPI entitled “Falklands mines a running drain of funds” obviously has not attended any public meetings or GPC briefs where the up and coming demining/ assessment ...

1013: UNFAIR DISMISSAL SUIT UPHELD IN STANLEY COURT - Falklands (Legal) - 18.05.2011

A Report for FIRS by Samantha Addison

1014: ST HELENA EXCO MEETING, 10 MAY 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 16.05.2011

Our previous EXCO meeting was three weeks’ ago, but in spite of that we had a small agenda in front of us. All Elected Members were present and Gilly Francis stood in as Acting Chief Secretary whilst Frank Wastell acted as Attorney General. We began by confirming the minutes of two meetings – 5th and 19th April.

1015: SENSATIONAL REPORTING ABOUT TRISTAN - YOU CAN ALWAYS SAY SORRY - Tristan (Health) - 16.05.2011

An exchange of letters below begun by Gillian Francis, St Helena’s Acting Chief Secretary, prompted me to agree with her

1016: NEW RECORD FOR NATWEST ISLAND GAMES - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.05.2011

Almost 3.500 participants will take part in the Games and this does not include the hundreds of volunteers from Isle of Wight that are needed to run the competition.

1017: Memorial remembers Britons lost in Antarctica - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 14.05.2011

Two memorials dedicated to Britons who lost their lives in the service of science in Antarctica are unveiled this week. Since 1948, a total of 29 people have died in British Antarctic Territory, one of the most extreme, inhospitable and uncharted places on Earth.

1018: FOXTROT 4 CREW REMEMBERED BY HMS FEARLESS VETERANS - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.05.2011

A visit by veterans of HMS Fearless was highlighted by the dedication of a memorial moved from Lively Island on Tuesday, 10 May 2011.

1019: FISHING VESSEL HARASSED BY UNKNOWN ARGENTINES - Falklands (Fisheries) - 14.05.2011

A Report for FIRS by Samantha Addison 11/05/11

1020: A BRIEF NOTE ABOUT COLIN AND IRINE MACDONNALD - Falklands (Legal) - 14.05.2011

FINN will publish official information about this up and coming Supreme Court case.

1021: 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.

1022: FALKLANDS’ BY-ELECTION ANNOUNCED - Falklands (Legal) - 14.05.2011

His Honour the Acting Governor Richard Nye has signed a Proclamation notifying a by-election in the Stanley Constituency for the election of one member of the Legislative Assembly

1023: St Helena Discussions take place on Education - St Helena (Education) - 14.05.2011

Last year, the Department for International Development injected additional money into the Education Service.

1024: 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,

1025: 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.

1026: St Helena’s Provisional Register of Electors published! - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2011

The provisional Register of Electors has been published and the public are reminded that they now have 11 days to make applications for the register to be amended.

1027: EXPENSES FOR SPEAKER, DEPUTY SPEAKER AND COUNCILLORS - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2011

Last week the Secretariat published a summary of individual expenses that were incurred by the Honourable Speaker, Deputy Speaker and Members of the Legislative Council for the seventeen month period 4 November 2009 to 31 March 2011.

1028: St Helena’s Provisional Register of Electors with Assistant Registration Officers - St Helena (Legal) - 14.05.2011

The St Helena Government has published the Provisional Register of Electors and copies are now with the Assistant Registration Officers.

1029: 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.

1030: FALKLANDS’ EXECUTIVE COUNCIL REPORT FOR APRIL 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 07.05.2011

By the Hon Mr Roger Edwards, MLA

1031: SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY RESCUE INJURED CREWMEN FROM TRISTAN - Tristan (Fisheries) - 07.05.2011

Thanks to the sterling efforts of the South African Navy, injured crewmen off the Chinese fishing vessel, Lai Ching, have been transported to Cape Town for further medical treatment and repatriation. The SAS Isandlwana, which left Simonstown at 2100 on Tuesday night arrived off Tristan at first light on Saturday 7 May. Photos (c) Tristan Government

1032: HMS FEARLESS VETERANS RETURN TO THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 06.05.2011

Falklands War Veterans from HMS Fearless will be visiting FI next week on pilgrimage and to share memories of their participation in the 1982 Conflict with Argentina.

1033: 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.

1034: OUTSIDE FACTORS CAUSE LOCAL HEATING FUEL RISES - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.05.2011

A recent rise in heating fuel costs, just before the winter season, has caused concern in the local community. On Monday morning people became aware of the following:

1035: GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE BRIEF (05/02/11) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 06.05.2011

A meeting of Executive Council took place on Wednesday, 27 April 2011. On Monday, 02 May 2011 the Hon Miss Emma Edwards briefed the Media on what happened.

1036: Royal Wedding Report - Falklands (Heritage) - 06.05.2011

The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford writes that London appears strange to me at the moment. Sitting in traffic in a taxi on our arrival the driver informed us that London was quiet/dead - didn't seem like that to me as the clock was happily adding up the pennies.

1037: MPC EXPLOSIVES TEAM DEALS WITH FIRST CALL-OUT - Falklands (Environment) - 06.05.2011

On 26th April the JSEOD team were informed by Royal Falkland Islands Police that a large quantity of small arms ammunition had been found on Mt Tumbledown.

1038: 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.

1039: 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.

1040: 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.

1041: FALKLANDS CELEBRATE WEDDING OF DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE - Falklands (Heritage) - 29.04.2011

Falkland Islanders were glued to their television sets to witness live the wedding of H.R.H. Prince William to Miss Catherine Middleton at 1100 London time on Friday, 29 April 2011. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Courtesy of CNN Kate and Will give "Kiss Number 1" for huge numbers outside Buckingham Palace on their wedding day.

1042: BUSY DAY JOB FORCES MLA RESIGNATION - Falklands (Legal) - 27.04.2011

Giving the complex and busy nature of his day job as power station manager, Mr Glenn Ross, MLA has tendered his resignation from Legislative Assembly after two years in post. The official announcement was made with regret.

1043: 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.

1044: 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?

1045: ANZAC DAY COMMEMORATED IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 25.04.2011

A small gathering of Australians, New Zealanders and others commemorated ANZAC Day in the Falklands at Dawn on Monday, 25 April 2011. The commemorations were joined by H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood.

1046: REPOSITORY INSTITUTE PROPOSED AT BIO-DIVERSITY CONFERENCE - Falklands (Environment) - 22.04.2011

An environmental repository and institute for the Falkland Islands was proposed by H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood at the FI Bio Security Conference held last week at the Chamber of Commerce Function Room.

1047: MERCIAN REGIMENT BAND VENUES CANCELLED - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.04.2011

Thanks to the non-arrival of band instruments and equipment on the Air-bridge, the Mercian Regimental Band has suffered a wasted trip to the Falklands.

1048: NEW ATTORNEY GENREAL LOOKING FORWARD TO CHALLENGES - Falklands (Legal) - 21.04.2011

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB) 04/19/11

1049: NO ONE DOES IT BETTER – EVEN IN WIND AND SMOKE - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.04.2011

HMS CLYDE anchored in Stanley harbour as a parade to mark the 85th birthday of H. M. the Queen took place at Victory Green on the morning of 21 April 2011. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1050: DESIRE’S NINKY WELL TO BE PLUGGED AND ABANDONED - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.04.2011

Desire’s Ninky, 14/15-3 well, is to be plugged and abandoned with oil shows.

1051: Spanish Prisoners Deported After 2.5 Years in Falklands’ Custody - Falklands (Legal) - 18.04.2011

Two Spanish Seamen, both serving sentences of imprisonment in Stanley Prison for Importing a Controlled Drug and one of them, a further sentence for Burglary

1052: Hard Work Pays Off for Falklands Production of Dick Whittington - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.04.2011

If you forgot about FIODA’s rendition of Dick Whittington, performed on the 7th, 8th and 9th of April, you missed a lot Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1053: Falklands' Queen's Certificate Nominations Sought - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.04.2011

Government has announced it is seeking nominations for the Queen’s certificate and Badge of Honour.

1054: Falklands' New Zealand Earthquake Account Closed - Falklands (Environment) - 16.04.2011

Sponsors of the local New Zealand Earthquake Appeal have advised that the total amount collected is £1,200; and this sum has now been sent to the New Zealand Red Cross to support their work after the disaster.

1055: 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.

1056: SHACKLETON SCHOLAR EXHIBITS PHOTOGRAPHIC PROJECT - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.04.2011

An outstanding exhibition of photos has been hosted by Adam Howe, a Shackleton Scholar, who completed his project on the South Atlantic Island of South Georgia. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1057: Falklands' Representatives to Attend Royal Wedding - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.04.2011

It has been announced that the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford MLA and her husband, John, will be attending the Royal Wedding on 29 April 2011.

1058: FIRS Throws the Spotlight on David Jenkins - Falklands (Education) - 16.04.2011

It was recently confirmed that the Head Teacher of the Community School and Assistant Director of Education posts are to be combined. I asked David Jenkins (DJ) why this decision has been taken.

1059: St Helena - EXCO REPORT 67 – 12th April 2011 - Ascension (Legal) - 16.04.2011

It is an undeniable economic fact, that has been proved by numerous studies over many years, that by far the best option for the development and maintenance of a self sustaining economy on this island

1060: 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.

1061: New Public Solicitor on St Helena - St Helena (Legal) - 16.04.2011

The Saint Helena Government is pleased to announce the arrival on the Island on 11th April of a new Public Solicitor, Deborah Wahle to succeed the previous Public Solicitor, Neil Davidson.

1062: 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.

1063: Councillor Mervyn Yon returns form EU-OCT Forum - St Helena (Education) - 16.04.2011

Returning on 3rd April 2011 was Councillor Mervyn Yon. Councillor Yon returns to the Island after having attended the European Union’s Overseas Countries and Territories Forum (EU-OCT) in New Caledonia.

1064: 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

1065: Meet Susan O’Bey, Director of Strategic Policy and Planning - St Helena (Education) - 16.04.2011

The Strategic Policy and Planning Unit (SPPU) is a newly established function within SHG. The SPPU has an overarching role.

1066: St Helena's New Director of Infrastructure and Utilities Introduced - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 16.04.2011

Currently on island is David Thomson, the new Director of Infrastructure and Utilities, formerly the Public Works & Services Department.

1067: St Helena Register of Electors - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 16.04.2011

Registration Officer, Gillian Francis, would like to remind people that they can apply at almost any time during the year, to have their names included on the Register of Electors.

1068: St Helena GOVERNOR TO VISIT ASCENSION ISLAND - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.04.2011

The Governor will be making a short visit to Ascension Island this week in order to meet the new Council and discuss with them a range of important issues surrounding the future of the island. He will leave on the RMS on Wednesday 6th April and return the following Monday.

1069: St Helena Economist to arrive shortly - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.04.2011

An Economist for the St Helena Government will be arriving shortly. Owen James accompanied by his partner will arrive on 11th April and will be based at the Strategic Planning and Policy Unit (SPPU), the Castle.

1070: St Helena Has New Head of Governor’s Office - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.04.2011

The present Head of the Governor’s Office, Ernie Manley will leave St Helena on completion of his posting on 12th April 2011.

1071: St Helena - Update from the Fisheries Section - St Helena (Fisheries) - 09.04.2011

Leaving the Island today was Dr Nikki Chapman from the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC).

1072: St Helena's Alice Greentree retires from the Education Department - St Helena (Education) - 09.04.2011

Former Education Officer (Primary), Alice Greentree, has retired from the Education Department after forty one years.

1073: WOW FACTOR RATINGS FOR FITV - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.04.2011

Weeks of training and hours of hard work have paid off for FITV, a new joint venture with KTV Limited and Stanley Services Ltd. The first news programme aired at 1900 HRS of Friday, 01 April 2011.

1074: 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.

1075: FIG Announces Appointment of Director of Mineral Resources - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.04.2011

The Falkland Islands’ Government has announced that Stephen Luxton has been offered the post of Director of Mineral Resources following interviews conducted recently.

1076: Falklands - Interim Chief Police Officer Appointed - Falklands (Legal) - 09.04.2011

Chief Superintendent Barry Marsden of Devon and Cornwall Police has been appointed as interim Chief Police Officer and Director of Emergency Services in the Falkland Islands for a period of 6 months starting at the beginning of May.

1077: South Georgia's Magnetic Observatory Up And Running - S.Georgia (Environment) - 09.04.2011

British Geological Survey (BGS) scientists completed the installation of the South Georgia Magnetic Observatory at the end of February. Christopher Turbitt submitted his article to the South Georgia Website.

1078: Tristan - First Batch of Penguins is released - Tristan (Environment) - 09.04.2011

After weeks in captivity, the first batch of oiled penguins was released back to sea Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

1079: TRUMPET’S FALKLANDS ARTICLE RESONATES BADLY FOR THE BIBLE - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.04.2011

If Brad Macdonald got his way Deuteronomy 28:52 would answer all of Argentina’s problems in the South – West Atlantic.

1080: St Helena - New Customs Tariff – Transitional Concessions - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.04.2011

The new Customs Tariff will come into effect from 1 April 2011. For importers, this means that goods delivered on the next RMS visit on 3 April will be subject to the new rates.

1081: St Helena - The Millennium Forest Project wins Blue Turtle Award - St Helena (Agriculture) - 04.04.2011

The Millennium Forest initiative has won St Helena the JNCC, Blue Turtle Award. This was celebrated at a reception at Plantation House on Tuesday evening 29th March 2011.

1082: 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,

1083: St Helena Government Complaints Procedure - St Helena (Legal) - 04.04.2011

The St Helena Government has published a complaints procedure which gives guidelines on how to bring your formal complaints against SHG.

1084: 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.

1085: St Helena EXCO REPORT 66 – 29th March 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 04.04.2011

The weekly EXCO meeting has now become quite a feature of our political landscape. This increased frequency is due to the end of the financial year and the additional MOU related work, but whatever the reason, it is certainly ensuring that both officers and Councillors are under significant pressure.

1086: 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.

1087: Company vessel collects crew of Oliva from Tristan - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 04.04.2011

The twenty-two crew of the wreck vessel Oliva, which ran around at Nightingale on the 16th March were collect by one of their passing vessel the Samatan on her way to Brazil.

1088: Company vessel collects crew of Oliva from Tristan - Tristan (Environment) - 04.04.2011

The twenty-two crew of the wreck vessel Oliva, which ran around at Nightingale on the 16th March were collect by one of their passing vessel the Samatan on her way to Brazil.

1089: Falklands not to Fall Back in April - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.04.2011

cwill not go back this winter. This means that the Falkland Islands will remain on “summer time” throughout the whole of 2011. Normally clocks revert back to mean time on the 3rd Sunday in April.

1090: FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH OFFICE: CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2011/2012 - Falklands (Education) - 01.04.2011

Government House invites Islanders interested in postgraduate study in the UK to apply for a Chevening Scholarship Award.

1091: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 24 March 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.04.2011

The first was a planning appeal, so the Honourable Sharon Halford and I, as members of the Planning and Building Committee

1092: SEAMEN’S MISSION RECEIVES NEW VEHICLE - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.03.2011

Thanks to the efforts of Debbie and Maurice Lake, previous Seamen’s Mission managers, the Stanley Seamen's Mission has recently been the recipient of a £17,400 grant from the International Transport Federation Seafarer's Trust.

1093: SEARCH FOR MISSING SEAMEN CALLED OFF - Falklands (Environment) - 28.03.2011

Three fishermen are presumed to have died after being reported missing from their vessel on Saturday evening.

1094: FALKLANDS FARMERS’ MARKET A HUGE SUCCESS - Falklands (Agriculture) - 28.03.2011

The Farmers’ Market organised and sponsored by the Rural Business Association has been a huge success with many items selling out within minutes of opening at 1400hrs on Saturday, 26 March 2011.

1095: A FALKLANDS STORY OF SUCCESS – 10 YEARS ON - Falklands (Heritage) - 28.03.2011

It was in November 2000, that the idea of a Charity Shop in the Falklands was muted. The three churches, Christ Church Cathedral, the Tabernacle and St. Mary’s, began making plans for a joint project.

1096: Falklands GPC BRIEF FOR MARCH 2011 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.03.2011

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 March 2011 and on Thursday, 24 March 2011 The Hon Mr Roger Edwards, MLA briefed the media about what happened during this important committee meeting.

1097: UK penguins in rehab after devastating oil spill - Tristan (Environment) - 26.03.2011

Hundreds of oil-soaked rockhopper penguins in the South Atlantic have now been put into ‘rehab’ by Tristan Islanders facing a race against the clock to help save the endangered species. See images attached.

1098: 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.

1099: Tristan da Cunha asks Jill Lawless to Please Take Note! - S.Atlantic (Environment) - 22.03.2011

If you cared to look at the name of the bulk carrier that ran aground at Nightingale Island, it is M/V OLIVA, and not OLIVIA as you have plastered all over this story. Photo (c) MV Prince Albert II Photographer Kristine Hannon

1100: The Oliva disaster worsens as oiled Penguins are reported at World Heritage Site - Tristan (Environment) - 21.03.2011

The Captain of the Edinburgh Clarence October reported early Friday morning (18th March) that the Oliva had broken in two, the bow and six holds were in one part and the stern and number seven hold was in the other and that oil was starting to leak from the vessel. Photo (c) Clarence October

1101: Manuel Mendez Wins Stanley Marathon - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.03.2011

Manuel Mendez, 40, from Buenos Aires, Argentina has won the Stanley marathon in just over 3 hours. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1102: STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR’S OFFICE: THE WRECK OF THE MS OLIVA - Tristan (Environment) - 18.03.2011

Since this incident occurred, the authorities in Tristan have been working round the clock, first to co-ordinate the rescue of the sailors on board the stricken vessel, and now to assess the implications for the environment and wildlife. Photo (c) MV Prince Albert II Photographer Kristine Hannon

1103: OIL SLICK THREATENS PROTECTED WILDLIFE AREA NEAR TRISTAN DA CUNHA - Tristan (Environment) - 17.03.2011

An oil slick from the Bulk Carrier, OLIVA is threatening the fragile ecosystem around Nightingale Island. Photo (c) MV Prince Albert II Photographer Kristine Hannon

1104: Tristan: Vessel Aground on Nightingale Island - Tristan (Environment) - 16.03.2011

On the early hours of Wednesday the 16th March, a message was received at Tristan from Cape Town that the bulk carrier Oliva had ran aground at Spinners Point, Nightingale Island.

1105: 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.

1106: Bishop Stephen returns - wearing Two Mitres! - Falklands (Education) - 14.03.2011

This weekend, Christians based both at the Cathedral and at MPA will be among many others who’ll give a warm welcome to Bishop Stephen Venner, whose fourth visit to the Falkland Islands promises to be a busy one.

1107: URUGUAYAN JOURNALISTS VISIT THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Education) - 13.03.2011

Three Uruguayan Journalists and a member of Staff from the British Embassy in Montevideo, are visiting the Falklands from 5 to 12 March 2011 on a familiarisation visit.

1108: POLICE COMMENDATIONS AWARDED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Education) - 13.03.2011

An award of Police Commendations took place at Government House on Monday, 08 March 2011. H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood and his wife, Louise welcomed Police Officers and their family and friends to the ceremony as well as FITV, the new media outlet for the Falklands.

1109: Falklands GPC BRIEF 08 MARCH 2011 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 13.03.2011

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 February 2011. Due to time constraints involving a meeting of Legislative Assembly the brief did not happen until Tuesday, 08 March 2011.

1110: 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.

1111: 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.

1112: St Helena Medical Services’ Review - St Helena (Health) - 10.03.2011

Leaving the Island on 23rd February 2011 was Derek Muhl who undertook a review of the medical services provided by the Public Health and Social Services Department (PHSSD).

1113: 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.

1114: OUTSTANDING EVENING OF CHORAL MUSIC AT THE CATHEDRAL - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.03.2011

An outstanding evening of choral music took place at Christ Church Cathedral on Tuesday, 22 February 2011.

1115: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 24 February 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2011

Sitting on Executive Council in February were the Hon Sharon Halford, Hon Jan Cheek and the Hon Glenn Ross. This was Attorney General David Pickup’s final EXCO.

1116: Falklands Question for Written Answer No 01/2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2011

Could the Honourable Glenn Ross please advise me with regards to grazing of horses on Stanley Common the following:-

1117: GOVERNOR HAYWOOD HONOURS NVQ RECIPIENTS AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Education) - 05.03.2011

H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood has hosted a reception at Government House for students at the training centre who received a variety of certificates.

1118: 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.

1119: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING HELD ON FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2011 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 0930hrs on Friday, 25 February 2011. Present were Councillors Sawle, (DS), Cheek, (JC), Short, (GS), Ross, (GR), Halford, (SH) and Luxton. Absent were Councillors Edwards, E (EE) and Edwards, R (RE). Also present were the Speaker, the Hon Mr Keith Biles, (KB), the Clerk of Council, Ms Claudette Prior MBE, (CP), the Attorney General, Mr David Pickup, QC, (DP) the acting Financial Secretary, Mr Simon Wilkie, (SW) and the Chief Executive, Mr Tim Thorogood, (TT). Prayers were said by the Reverend Richard Hines of Christ Church Cathedral.

1120: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING HELD ON FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2011 (Part 1a) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Also under Clause 4 there is an update to the constitutional reference. Clause 4 would update the definition of ‘Falkland Islander’

1121: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2011 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Motion for Adjournment Speeches:

1122: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2011 a - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Part 2: Motion for Adjournment Speeches: The Hon Mr Bill Luxton:

1123: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING FRIDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2011 b - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Part 2: Motion for Adjournment Speeches: The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek:

1124: Legislative Assembly Friday, 25 February 2011c - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Part 2: Motion for Adjournment Speeches: The Hon Chief Executive Mr Tim Thorogood:

1125: Legislative Assembly Friday, 25 February 2011d - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2011

Part 2: Motion for Adjournment Speeches: The Attorney General Mr David Pickup, QC:

1126: Foot & Mouth Disease in South Africa - St Helena (Agriculture) - 04.03.2011

On the 25th February the Department of Agriculture in South Africa submitted a notification to the World Organisation for Animal Health, the OIE, of a foot and mouth outbreak in Kwazulu Natal. The initial outbreak was first noted on the 1st of February and to date there have been 12 outbreaks within a closely confined area affecting 250 out of 500 cattle.

1127: 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.

1128: 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).

1129: South Georgia Station to Monitor World Magnetic Reversal - S.Georgia (Environment) - 24.02.2011

A magnetic observatory is being re-established on South Georgia to provide vital data on the 'South Atlantic Anomaly' as scientists monitor a possible reversal of the earth's magnetic field. Sarah Lurcock from the South Georgia website tells us more.

1130: St Helena EXCO REPORT 61 – 22nd February 2011 - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 23.02.2011

Not long ago I suggested that we would only need one EXCO per month and now, largely as a result of the pressure created by the MOU, we find that we have to have one every week.

1131: HMS GLAMORGAN ’82 WAR DEAD REMEMBERED - Falklands (Heritage) - 19.02.2011

Fourteen crew members aboard HMS Glamorgan who died in the 1982 Conflict with Argentina were remembered with the unveilling of a memorial rock of polished Welsh Granite at Hookers’ Point in the Falklands.

1132: THE BIRTH OF VETERINARY EDUCATION IN THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT PART 1 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 19.02.2011

2011 is going to be celebrated as “World Veterinary Year” because it is 250 years since the founding of the first veterinary school in Lyon, France in 1761.

1133: St Helena announces Closing Date Approaches for Commenting on Various Bills - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 19.02.2011

The closing date for submitting comments on various tax and customs related Bills is approaching. The Bills in question include the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, the Service Tax Bill, the Hotel Accommodation Tax (Repeal) Bill, and the Customs (Amendment) Bill. These have been issued as part of the wider Tax Reform proposal which is currently out for public consultation.

1134: St Helena EXCO REPORT 69 – 15th February 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 19.02.2011

Executive Councils are flowing thick and fast at present. Much of the reason for that is of course the MOU and the timed targets to which we are working. However today’s meeting was quite a short one with only two items but worth holding none the less as we anticipate a far longer one next week.

1135: 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.

1136: Illex Season Begins in the Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.02.2011

The annual migration of jiggers from Korea, Japan, Taiwan and the People’s Republic of China began in earnest over the weekend of 12 – 13 February 2011 with most coming on Monday, 14 February and Tuesday, 15 February 2011.

1137: 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).

1138: 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.

1139: Ascension Island Election Information - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 19.02.2011

His Excellency the Acting Governor has given notice that a General Election shall be held on Friday 25th February 2011.

1140: Community Safety and Chief Police Officer to Leave Falklands Post in March - Falklands (Legal) - 18.02.2011

In a press release from the Falkland Islands Government, the Community safety and Chief Police Officer, Chief Superintendent Gary Flinchett, after very careful consideration, has decided to leave his post at the end of March. The Press release went on to say that it was due to personal family reasons which required him to return to the UK on a permanent basis as soon as practicable.

1141: PHASE 2 OF LANDMINE CLEARANCE PROJECT TO BEGIN IN NOVEMBER 2011 - Falklands (Environment) - 11.02.2011

Alistair Craib of BARIC Consultants Ltd, Richard Lindsay Deputy Head of International Security and Arms Control/ Nuclear and Missile Defence at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Lt Col Peter Sonnex International Humanitarian law Policy, are in the Falklands to pave the way for phase 2 of a pilot mine clearing project begun in the Austral summer of 2009/2010.

1142: Second Round of Human Rights Training in the Falklands Proposed - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.02.2011

The Commonwealth Foundation proposes that the training in Human Rights Capacity takes place in the Falklands during the week commencing 25th April 2011.

1143: 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.

1144: 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.

1145: St Helena EXCO REPORT 59 – 8th February 2011 - St Helena (Legal) - 11.02.2011

We were able to welcome Councillor Brian Isaac as a substitute for Councillor Mervyn Yon, who is leaving on the RMS to represent us at the EU-OCT Forum in New Caledonia.

1146: St Helena Welcomes Locum Medical Officer - St Helena (Health) - 11.02.2011

Arriving on the RMS today was a Medical Officer, who had been recruited to work on St Helena for a short period of time until the arrival of the new resident surgeon, who experienced last minute travel difficulties and was unable to connect with the RMS in Cape Town on 25 January as planned.

1147: Meet the VSOs for St Helena - St Helena (Heritage) - 11.02.2011

Following representations from the Department for International Development (DfID), Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO) agreed in 2010 to help with the recruitment of personnel for St Helena. This programme is funded by DfID and as a result of this three volunteers are currently on the Island working with SHG and Civil Society.

1148: St Helena Bills Published for Consultation - St Helena (Legal) - 11.02.2011

The St Helena Government formally announced today that four Bills will be published for public consultation. These are to include the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, the Service Tax Bill, the Hotel Accommodation Tax (Repeal) Bill, and the Customs (Amendment) Bill. These Bills are being issued as part of the wider Tax Reform proposal currently out for public consultation.

1149: New Public Solicitor Recruited for St Helena - St Helena (Legal) - 11.02.2011

A new Public Solicitor has been recruited for St Helena and is due to arrive in April of this year.

1150: ROCKHOPPER EXPLORATION DISCOVERS GOOD YET UNCOMMERCIAL RESERVOIR - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.02.2011

Rockhopper Exploration has announced the Results of 14/10-3 Exploration Well, stating that 64m good quality gross reservoir was encountered with 7.3m net pay with low oil saturation. Though live oil was recovered to surface from MDT, the well, on a stand-alone basis, considered to be un-commercial. However, the results are considered technically encouraging for reservoir development within the Sea Lion prospect.

1151: St Helena's Councillor Yon to attend Overseas Forum - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 11.02.2011

Councillor Mervyn Yon departed the Island on Tuesday 8th February to attend the annual European Union Overseas Countries and Territories Forum in New Caledonia.

1152: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting Held on 27 January 2011 - Falklands (Legal) - 07.02.2011

Sitting on Executive Council in January were Hon Sharon Halford, Hon Jan Cheek and Hon Glenn Ross but for the planning appeal paper the Hon Roger Edwards and the Hon Bill Luxton stood in for Sharon and Jan as they are members of the Planning and Building Committee and could therefore not take that particular paper.

1153: St Helena ExCo Report 59 – 1st February 2011 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 03.02.2011

At the start of today’s meeting, I welcomed Mrs Gillian Francis, whom I had earlier once more sworn in as an ex officio Councillor whilst Acting Chief Secretary.

1154: 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.

1155: CHILEAN RED WINS ‘BEST OF SHOW’ AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE WINE TASTING - Falklands (Agriculture) - 30.01.2011

A wine tasting with 40 guests took place at Government House on Thursday evening. Ralph Jones’ idea of a good method of choosing wine for the venue paid off, with a Chilean red wine, Montes Folly 2006 being the best liked at 4.4 points.

1156: TWO FROM CHARTRES IN DEADLY ROAD ACCIDENT - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.01.2011

At 8pm on Saturday 22nd January 2011, the Royal Falkland Islands Police (RFIP) received a report of a one vehicle road traffic collision involving a Land Rover 110 motor vehicle on the Hill Cove Road, West Falkland.

1157: DIRECTOR OF MINERAL RESOURCES REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2010: - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.01.2011

At a meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee the Director of Mineral Resources gave her report.

1158: 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.

1159: 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.

1160: DOGS V CATS: WHICH IS MORE INTELLIGENT? - Falklands (Agriculture) - 23.01.2011

Falklands Vet, Steve Pointing poses an elemental question that concerns pet lovers throughout the Falklands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1161: SOUTH GEORGIA POSSESSION DAY OBSERVED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.01.2011

The possession of South Georgia for King George and his heirs by Captain James Cook 236 years ago was noted by a reception at Government House on Wednesday night.

1162: Falklands Preparations Continue for Isle of Wight - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.01.2011

Preparations for the NatWest Island Games XIV on the Isle of Wight in June are moving forward in a number of areas. Mike Summers tells us more.

1163: Falklands Smoking Ban starts at 6am on 1 February 2011 - Falklands (Health) - 23.01.2011

The Smoking (Prohibition) Ordinance comes into force at 6am on 1 February 2011.

1164: Matthew John Newton Gets 3 Years in Jail - Falklands (Legal) - 23.01.2011

Matthew John NEWTON, 24 years, has today been sentenced at the Supreme Court to a total of 3 years imprisonment after previously pleading guilty to three offences of sexual activity with children aged 13, 14 and 15 years committed between 2005 and 2008.

1165: “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.

1166: MORE FALKLANDS MINES TO BE REMOVED - Falklands (Geological Events) - 16.01.2011

According to a press release from Government House further mines in the Falklands will be removed during the summer of 2011/2012, thanks to the Foreign and Commonwealth securing funding to undertake a further small project.

1167: COLIN MacDONALD JAILED FOR 13 YEARS - Falklands (Legal) - 16.01.2011

Seventy year-old Colin George MacDonald has been found guilty, following a three day trial at the Supreme Court of the Falkland Islands, of three counts of rape, an attempted rape and two indecent assaults, committed against children under the age of 13 spanning a number of years from 1967 to 1977.

1168: SAAS FUTURE UNCERTAIN - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 16.01.2011

Following the announcement that the SAAS shipping link to South America will cease at the end of the July charter, the company has announced that it is seeking alternatives for future shipping links to the continent.

1169: 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.

1170: Falklands Say Good-bye to the Red Pulmb - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.01.2011

The Royal Navy has put an end to speculation about the flood damaged HMS Endurance by announcing that her replacement will be named HMS Protector.

1171: 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.

1172: ARGENTINA COULD PULL COMPLETELY OUT OF THE 1999 AGREEMENT - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.01.2011

According to the Latin American Press a change in attitude and focus has caused both Kirchner Governments in Argentina to abandon the tenants of the 1999 agreement between Argentina and the United Kingdom regarding the Falkland Islands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1173: 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.

1174: POLICE HAIL DRINK DRIVE CAMPAIGN A SUCCESS - Falklands (Legal) - 08.01.2011

Hailed a success, the drink drive campaign run by the Royal Falkland Islands Police (RFIP) over Christmas and New Year is a sentinel for future policing in the Falklands.

1175: 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.

1176: Fresh Intelligence Sparks Renewed Addis Search - Falklands (Legal) - 26.12.2010

Earlier in December FINN received information about renewed interest in the Alan Addis disappearance. Phone calls and one on one submissions indicated that a team of police were at North Arm investigating the 30-year old disappearance of Allan Addis.

1177: PRIME MINISTER REASSURES FALKLAND ISLANDERS ABOUT CONTINUED BRITISH SOVEREIGNTY - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.12.2010

The Prime Minister, the Rt Hon David Cameron MP has reassured Falkland Islanders about continued British sovereignty over the Falklands.

1178: 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.

1179: 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.

1180: FALKLANDS REMEMBER BRIAN HANRAHAN - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.12.2010

Brian Hanrahan, 61, the quintessential BBC correspondent, has passed away on 20 December 2010 from cancer

1181: Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association Re-Elects Stuart Wallace Chairman - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.12.2010

Stuart Wallace has been re-elected as Chairman of the Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association at the annual general meeting held on Wednesday, 15 December 2010. Vice Chairman is Tom Blake, with Lewis Clifton, Mike Summers and Drew Irvine as Committee members.

1182: 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.

1183: 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.

1184: Chairman, United Nations Special Committee on Decolonisation Invited to the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 12.12.2010

In a recent Press release from Gilbert House The Hon Mr Gavin Short MLA said that “the question of the Falkland Islands is discussed annually at the United Nations at a meeting of the Special Committee on Decolonisation.

1185: FIRS THROWS THE SPOTLIGHT ON DICK SAWLE, MLA - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 12.12.2010

A Report for FIRS by Stacey Bragger (SB)

1186: Falklands Red Cross recognises Henry Dunant - Falklands (Health) - 12.12.2010

The sign of the “Red Cross” is probably the most widely recognized symbol in the world, acts as protection for wounded military personnel;

1187: 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.

1188: Falklands Police Warning – DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE - Falklands (Health) - 12.12.2010

The Royal Falkland Islands Police are running a drink drive campaign over Christmas and the New Year. The campaign will run from Monday 13th December to Tuesday 4th January.

1189: 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:

1190: 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.

1191: ST HELENA EXECUTIVE COUNCIL REPORT - St Helena (Legal) - 12.12.2010

This Executive Council had a particularly substantial agenda that included items covering immigration, investment, land disposal, tax reform, the draft budget for the next three years, the MOU between ourselves and DFID with regard to the airport, and TV broadcasting after 31st December. The substantial amount of work put in by both members and Officers at Council Committee level in creating and understanding the Papers that were before us meant that we were able to finish our meeting by 2.20 pm.

1192: New Falklands Attorney General Appointed - Falklands (Legal) - 03.12.2010

According to a press release from the Falkland Islands Government H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood has appointed Mr Mark Lewis as the new Attorney General of the Falkland Islands, following interviews last week in London.

1193: Falklands Summary of Executive Council 25 November 2010 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 03.12.2010

With the absence of the Governor overseas the meeting was chaired by His Honour the Acting Governor Ric Nye. MLA’s Jan Cheek, Roger Edwards and Dick Sawle were all present but both Jan and Roger had to declare an ‘interest’ in the second paper which dealt with shipping links to South America

1194: 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.

1195: 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.

1196: 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.

1197: 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.

1198: Disaster Management exercise at Levelwood - St Helena (Health) - 01.12.2010

Designed as a real case scenario, a Disaster Management exercise, involving the Fire and Rescue Service and the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department (ANRD), took place on Wednesday 17th November at Pleasant Valley, Levelwood.

1199: 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;

1200: VITAL LIFELINE TO TRISTAN DA CUNHA TO BE REPAIRED AGAIN - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 20.11.2010

Calshot Harbour at Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, Tristan Da Cunha is to undergo emergency repairs in an effort to prevent the island from being cut off from its only access to outside supplies and help and for its residents regular visits of supply boats. Photos By James Glass (Tristan Times)

1201: 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.

1202: 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.

1203: ELECTIONS ON ASCENSION ISLAND - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 10.11.2010

ELECTIONS ON ASCENSION ISLAND On 20th October I promised to issue another statement following the suspension of the Island Council due to the lack of sufficient candidates coming forward in time for an election to be held. I have consulted at length with the Administrator and I know that he has in turn spoken with many people on the island. The choices we have had to make concern an early election or one delayed until after the Christmas holiday, and whether we should create some kind of consultative group, so that we have access to at least some form of advice, albeit falling far short of true democracy. We have decided that the wisest course of action is to plan for a fresh election after February. This will allow some of the recent dust to settle as well as accommodating those who will be away from the island over Christmas. It will also be well within the six months gap that is allowable under the constitution. As far as a consultative group is concerned, there are fairly strong arguments in both directions. On the one hand I do not wish to preside without any advice coming from the population and yet a consultative group, however constituted, would have no real validity and experience shows that it could well attract justified criticism. It seems hardly worth it for the sake of a few months. So over the next few months we will carry on governing the island in the light of previous recommendations. That includes taking forward the view of the previous Council that a Facilitator should work on trying to resolve some of the outstanding problems relating to the financing of the Island with the objective of creating a workable long-term solution. I must stress that this interim period will be one in which both the Administrator and myself will be very willing to listen to any representations that anyone on the Island wishes to make. This is a fledgling democracy that requires very careful management and we will listen attentively to all those who wish to express a view with regard to the future. Andrew Gurr Governor 9 November 2010

1204: St Helena EXCO REPORT 54 – 9th November 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 10.11.2010

It is increasingly noticeable to me how much more efficient our Executive Council has become recently.

1205: St Helena Legislative Council to Meet - St Helena (Legal) - 10.11.2010

The first sitting of the fifth meeting of Legislative Council will take place on Monday 15th November at the Court House in Jamestown

1206: 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.

1207: Overseas Territories Environmental Programme fund launched - All (Education) - 03.11.2010

Government House in the Falklands has announced the launch of the latest Overseas Territories Environmental Programme. This is a joint fund - run by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Department for International Development - which supports the implementation of Environment Charters and Environmental Management in the Overseas Territories.

1208: Falklands Summary of Executive Council 21 October 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.11.2010

We agreed a paper on budgetary procedures which will mean that the process will start a little later than in recent years. Other financial papers included the Supplementary Appropriation Bill remitted to the next day’s Assembly meeting.

1209: The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 29.10.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I, too would like to welcome. H. E. and his wife to the Islands. Hopefully we will be able to work well together for the continued betterment of the Islands.

1210: Mr Bill Luxton's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 28.10.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I would like to join my colleagues in welcoming our new Governor Hayward and his wife, Louise to the Islands. I hope they have a long and happy time here.

1211: Emma Edwards' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 28.10.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I actually had a long closing speech on the smoking ban and how we are all going to be happy to support it etc., etc.

1212: Falklands GPC Brief 25/10/10 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.10.2010

General Purposes Committee met on Wednesday, 20 October 2010 and on Monday, 25 October the Honourable Gavin Short gave the media a brief about what happened at the meeting.

1213: St Helena EXCO Report 26 October 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 28.10.2010

This EXCO followed hard on the heels of Monday’s LEGCO. Such a proximity of high level meetings is unusual, but it is a reminder that the legislature and the executive are working in harmony as the driving forces in our government.

1214: St Helena Complaints Procedure for the Hospital and Outpatient Services - St Helena (Health) - 28.10.2010

The Public Health and Social Services Department issued an interim complaints procedure for the hospital and outpatient services in a press release dated 16 September 2010.

1215: 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.

1216: Roger Edwards' Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I, too, welcome Governor Nigel Hayward and his wife, Louise to the Falklands and wish him an enjoyable and productive time while he’s here.

1217: Jan Cheek's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I was deferring to the Honourable Sharon Halford but she obviously prefers me to speak first.

1218: Dick Sawle's Motion for Adjournment Speech - Falklands (Legal) - 27.10.2010

Mr Speaker, firstly I would like to change the subject completely if I may to brighter matters and I would like to welcome our new Governor, Nigel Haywood and his wife, Louise to the Falkland Islands and I would like to say to them that we are an interesting lot and we have a very lively but small community here in the Falklands, which I am sure they will enjoy being amongst.

1219: Death of a Human Being no Cause for Joy in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.10.2010

Former Argentine President, Nestor Kirchner (60), husband of current Argentine President Christina Fernandez De Kirchner has died of a heart attack in Argentina. According to CNN the former president died at approximately 0930hrs on Wednesday, 27 October 2010 in hospital at Calafate in the Patagonia region of Argentina.

1220: 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.

1221: St Helena Legislative Council to Meet - St Helena (Legal) - 25.10.2010

Legislative Council is to meet formally on Friday 22 October to discuss a range of issues affecting the Island. This is expected to be a two-day meeting which will be aired live, via Radio St Helena.

1222: Elections Announced for Ascension Islands - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 25.10.2010

Yesterday, 19th October, was the closing date for nominations for election to the Ascension Island Council. The minimum number of nominations required for a Council of five is six.

1223: Falklands Legislative Assembly Meeting 22/10/10 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 25.10.2010

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1030hrs on Friday, 22 October 2010.

1224: Falklands Legislative Assembly Meeting 22/10/10 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 25.10.2010

The bill has been published in the Gazette so a second reading was required. The Chief Executive read out an explanation of the Bill prior to the second reading.

1225: Falklands Welcome New Governor - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 17.10.2010

Ceremony, parade and party greeted H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood on his first day as Governor of the Falkland Islands. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Nigel Haywood takes the oath of office and the attorney General, Mr David Pickup looks on.

1226: St Helena EXCO Report – 12th October 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 17.10.2010

I was pleased to be able to Chair an EXCO so soon after my return from the UK as it enabled me to catch up on what has happened in my absence as well as giving me the chance to give Hon. Members more detailed information about my meetings in London.

1227: 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.

1228: 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.

1229: Falklands Team Commonwealth Games Report 14/10/10) - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 17.10.2010

MS: Quite a lot of athletes have already left of course and gone away but there’s probably about two and a half thousand/three thousand athletes I guess who have just now paraded into the main stadium to a huge cacophony of noise.

1230: Falklands Team Commonwealth Games Report (13/10/10) - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.10.2010

It’s the last day of competition for the Falkland Islands at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Team manager, Mike Summers, describes how the team have been doing today.

1231: Falklands Team Commonwealth Games Report (12/10/10) - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.10.2010

Falklands Full Bore shooters have been in action today at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Full Boar team manager, Derek Pettersson (DP) reports on how Gareth Goodwin and Derek Goodwin performed.

1232: Falklands Team Commonwealth Games Report (11/10/10) - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.10.2010

The Falklands team at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi have had a busy weekend of competition. Team Manager, Mike Summers (MS) reports on how Badminton players fared on Saturday.

1233: 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

1234: Falklands Team Commonwealth Games Report (10/10/10) - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.10.2010

The Falklands shooting team have begun competing at the Delhi Commonwealth Games. Team Manager, Mike Summers, reports on how the pistol shooters have fared.

1235: 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.

1236: FIRS COMMONWEALTH GAMES REPORT - Falklands (Education) - 09.10.2010

The Falkland Islands team at the Commonwealth Games have secured another win. Following their victory earlier this week against Samoa, the Falklands’ lawn bowlers won another match today.

1237: Tourism Information Release: Governor’s Cup Yacht Race 2010 - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 08.10.2010

In the last five years yachtsmen have represented 11% of the Island’s total arrivals. Alongside the biennial Governor’s Cup, the yacht market is one that offers opportunity for growth and development in the tourism sector.

1238: 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.

1239: 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.

1240: St Helena Arrival of Public Sector Modernisation Adviser - St Helena (Education) - 08.10.2010

Public sector modernisation continues within the St Helena Government and on Sunday 10 October, Robin Swaisland will arrive to advise SHG on next steps with the programme. In addition he will help to implement necessary changes to the way Government works.

1241: 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.

1242: St Helena's Councillors to Attend Meetings Overseas - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 08.10.2010

Councillor Tara Thomas, Chair of the Economy and Finance Committee and Councillor Tony Green, Chair of the Education and Employment Committee, have been nominated by Elected Members to represent St Helena at overseas meetings this year.

1243: North Freo raid nabs islands thief - Falklands (Agriculture) - 08.10.2010

A Busselton man faces three years’ jail and a $36,000 fine after pleading guilty to stealing $63,000 of dairy equipment from the Falkland Islands.

1244: A CPA Brief With Dick Sawle MPA - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.10.2010

The Hon Mr Dick Sawle has returned from a CPA conference in Kenya and on Friday, 01 October 2010 he briefed the media on what went on at the conference. He mentioned there was a small countries conference followed by a plenary conference.

1245: COMMONWEALTH GAMES REPORT FOR WEDNESDAY, 06 OCTOBER 2010: - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.10.2010

Mike Summers says that he now has been able to establish that the ill person is from Northern Ireland and that the report in the HT was in error.

1246: HMS GLOUCESTER visits Stanley - Falklands (Education) - 08.10.2010

HMS Gloucester is visiting Port Stanley 5-6 October for the first time during her tenure as the Atlantic Patrol Task (South) ship.

1247: Falklands Programme for New Governor - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.10.2010

The Swearing In Ceremony for the Governor Designate, Mr Nigel Haywood CVO will take place in the Court and Assembly Chamber, Town Hall on Saturday 16 October 2010 commencing at 1500 hrs. Because of limited space invited guests only are able to attend this ceremony.

1248: ALL SYSTEMS “GO” ON HMS GLOUCESTER - Falklands (Education) - 08.10.2010

Members of Legislative Assembly, Media, government departments and the private sector were invited to lunch and a tour of HMS Gloucester on Wednesday, 06 October 2010.

1249: Commonwealth Games Bowls Report - Falklands (Health) - 08.10.2010

Mike Summers tells us what's happening at the Commonwealth Games.

1250: St Helena: ExCo Report 54 - St Helena (Legal) - 30.09.2010

Yesterday’s ExCo meeting covered a wide range of important issues, and the discussion lasted well into the afternoon. It is for this reason that I am giving my normal broadcast the following morning.

1251: Reverend Andrew Jolly dies - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.09.2010

The Reverend Andrew Jolly, who served two stints as Armed Forces Chaplain in the Falkland Islands, has died at the age of 54.

1252: RAF Search and Rescue Team Rescues Fisherman off the Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 30.09.2010

At approximately 1123hrs on Saturday, 25 september 2010 FINN Observed an RAF Sea King land at the football pitch.

1253: 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.

1254: Team Falklands and Delhi 2010 - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 30.09.2010

FIOGA Chairman, Mike Summers has now arrived in Delhi along with one member of the Falklands Team. The vast majority of the team are set to arrive on 28th September with others to follow soon after.

1255: 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.

1256: 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.

1257: 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.

1258: FALKLANDS GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE BRIEF 16/09/10 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.09.2010

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 15 September 2010. On Thursday, 16 September 2010 the Hon Mrs Sharon Halford briefed the media on what happened at that important meeting.

1259: FCO ISSUE COMMONWEALTH GAMES TRAVEL INFORMATION AND BOOKLETS - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 30.09.2010

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has issued information for visitors to this year's Commonwealth Games to be held in New Delhi from 3-14 October. This is in addition to their regular travel advice for India, which is updated almost daily.

1260: 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.

1261: Falklands Summary of Executive Council 16th September 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 22.09.2010

This meeting of Executive Council had a change of faces around the table. In the absence of the Hon Dick Sawle and Roger Edwards who are currently overseas, the Hon Glenn Ross and Sharon Halford were the nominated stand ins.

1262: URUGUAYAN OFFICIALS DENY ENTRY FOR HMS GLOUCHESTER - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 21.09.2010

Both the South American press and the UK Press have reported that Uruguay has denied entry to a British warship bound for the Falklands. Spokespersons from both Uruguay and the Royal Navy confirmed this on Monday.

1263: the Governor’s taxi in the Falkland Islands is formally retired - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.09.2010

The red Austin taxi (chassis no: FL2 DR 28644, car no: H26653) came into service on 20 January 1976 during the time of Governor French. The tradition of having a London taxi as the Crown car in the Falklands was already well-established: at least two black taxis had preceded her. The taxi was considered more practical than other cars on ceremonial occasions because the higher roof and greater space in the rear of the taxi made it easier for a Governor, in full dress uniform with plumes and sword, and his elegantly behatted wife to sit in comfort (and alight with more dignity).

1264: FURTHER CHANGES TO STRUCTURE OF ST HELENA GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION - St Helena (Legal) - 16.09.2010

As part of the ongoing process of public sector modernisation, the St Helena Government (SHG) has been looking proactively at its current administrative structure.

1265: 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.

1266: Falklands: 4 RIFLES ASSUME RIC RESPONSIBILITY - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.09.2010

R Company, 4th Battalion, the Rifles officially took over from Number 3 Company, 1st Battalion Welsh Guards on 5th August. Returning from Afghanistan at the end of 2009 the Company was deployed to set the conditions for the presidential elections and worked closely with the Welsh Guards.

1267: MPC Charities Raise £2400 for Stanley Charity - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.09.2010

Recently raised money from MPC’s new Thrift Shop, charity busks, a cinema event and local collections have combined to make a massive donation to the local charity Cancer Support and Awareness Trust (CSAAT).

1268: Falklands: WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY DANCE - Falklands (Health) - 16.09.2010

The mental Health Strategy Group (Team Tranquil) will be holding a supper dance on Saturday, 09 October 2010 at the FIDF Hall.

1269: ALL SET FOR THE 2010 FALKLAND CRAFT FAIR - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.09.2010

The annual Falkland Craft Fair was held at the Community School over the weekend of 11 and 12 September 2010.

1270: 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.

1271: 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.

1272: 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.

1273: Black Pig to be Re-Re-Named - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 16.09.2010

The South American Press has published an article about Argentine militants painting graffiti on the hull and superstructure of the Panama flagged Audax II, presently docked in Buenos Aires.

1274: 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.

1275: GUILTY PLEA IN REYNOLDS DAIRY THEFT CASE - Falklands (Agriculture) - 08.09.2010

Kevin Reynolds, former manager of Stanley Dairy Ltd, has pled guilty in a Fremantle, Australia court for the theft of £38,000.00 worth of dairy equipment from the Falkland Islands Development Corporation.

1276: Rockhopper Announces Flow Test Update - Sea Lion 14/10-2 discovery well - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.09.2010

Rockhopper Exploration plc (AIM: RKH), the North Falkland Basin oil and gas exploration company, has announced that the Ocean Guardian drilling rig is at the location of the Sea Lion 14/10-2 discovery well and that operations to carry out a flow test on the Sea Lion main and lower fans are underway.

1277: DIRECTOR OF MINERAL RESOURCES REPORT FOR FRIDAY, 27 AUGUST 2010: - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.09.2010

BHP Billiton (BHPB) have completed their Toroa well (61/05-1) in the South Falkland Basin and the rig has been re-located in the North Falkland Basin to drill further wells for Rockhopper Exploration and Desire Petroleum.

1278: St Helena - Public Health (Amendment) Bill, 2010 - St Helena (Health) - 05.09.2010

A Draft Public Health (Amendment) Bill 2010 is being published today Wednesday, 1 September 2010, for public consultation before considering its introduction into law.

1279: St Helena - Training for Official Fish Inspectors - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 05.09.2010

In May/June this year, Andre Herne and Kevin Youde from the Environmental Health Section of the Public Health and Social Services Department travelled to Cape Town to participate in a 17-day training course to develop their skills as Fish Inspectors for the fishery sector Competent Authority on St Helena.

1280: Falklands Say Farewell to His Excellency the Governor Mr Alan Huckle and Mrs Huckle - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.09.2010

His Excellency the Governor and Mrs Huckle will leave the Falkland Islands on Saturday 18th September 2010 at the end of the Governor’s tour of duty.

1281: St Helena - ExCo Report No. 52 – 24th August 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 30.08.2010

This was my first meeting of ExCo since returning to Island nearly two weeks ago and having the honour to be sworn in as Acting Governor.

1282: St Helena - Appointment of Acting Attorney General and Locum Crown Counsel - St Helena (Legal) - 30.08.2010

Following the departure of the Attorney General, Mr Ken Baddon on overseas leave and, in accordance with sections 95 and 118(3) of the St Helena, Ascension and Tristan Da Cunha Constitution, Mr Francis Joseph Wastell, Crown Counsel, has been appointed to the position of Acting Attorney General with effect from 26 August 2010.

1283: St Helena - Derek Henry Joins OCS Team - St Helena (Education) - 30.08.2010

Derek Henry has joined the Office of the Chief Secretary’s (OCS) team as Manager of Central Administration with effect from today, 23 August 2010.

1284: Falklands - Summary of Executive Council Meeting 19 August 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 30.08.2010

MLA’s Jan Cheek, Roger Edwards and myself attended this Executive Council which was fairly lengthy, lasting around four hours.

1285: 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.

1286: Join in the Falklands Facebook conversation! - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 30.08.2010

The Falkland Islands officially joined the social network phenomena Facebook in October 2009 and we’re delighted to announce that the dedicated tourist board page

1287: 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.

1288: 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.

1289: WILLIE BOWLES AWARDED QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.08.2010

Mr Willie Bowles has received the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour at a Government House reception held for him on Tuesday evening. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1290: St Helenian Petrina Williams Qualifies as Doctor of Medicine - St Helena (Education) - 22.08.2010

“It was an intense six years but worth it in the end” says Doctor Petrina Williams, St Helena’s first known female doctor of medicine.

1291: Workboat Services Update on ‘Concordia Bay’ Situation: - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 22.08.2010

According to an updated press release from Workboat Services, ‘Concordia Bay’ is still in dry dock in Montevideo.

1292: 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.

1293: 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.

1294: 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.

1295: Dry Hole for Rockhopper - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.08.2010

Initial logs confirm that no hydrocarbons have been encountered at the well location and that the well is a dry hole.

1296: FALKLANDS QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR RECIPIENTS NAMED - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.08.2010

Falkland Islanders who have given outstanding service to the community have this year been awarded of the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour.

1297: St Helena EXCO REPORT – 10th August 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 13.08.2010

This meeting of EXCO was attended by all the substantive Members with the exception of the Chief Secretary who returns to the island tomorrow. Mrs. Gilly Francis deputised as Acting Chief Secretary as she has done so ably during Andrew Wells’s absence.

1298: 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”.

1299: St Helena's Governor Gurr departs on Business and Overseas Leave - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 13.08.2010

Following the return of Chief Secretary, Mr Andrew Wells and Mrs Wells on 11 August from overseas leave, His Excellency Governor Gurr and Mrs Gurr will depart St Helena on board the RMS St Helena when she leaves for Cape Town later that day.

1300: 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.

1301: BFBS TV Service Answers Customer Questions in the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 13.08.2010

Digital TV and Radio - Fact file @ August 2010

1302: 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.

1303: 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.

1304: RIC patrol builds bridges with Shallow Harbour House - Falklands (Education) - 13.08.2010

Number 3 Company, 1st Battalion, the Welsh Guards, continue to patrol the settlements of the Falkland Islands as part of their responsibility as the Roulement Infantry Company.

1305: Mount Pleasant Complex gets an inter-Service education - S.Atlantic (Education) - 13.08.2010

On Saturday, 24th July, the Expeditionary Air Wing HQ gave 30 personnel from all ranks and Services the opportunity to visit the Wing and have a look around the different types of aircraft that mount operations in the Falkland Islands. The tour included talks on the Sea King, the VC10 & C130J Hercules* as well the Typhoons, the fast-jet fighter aircraft.

1306: MEETING OF THE ASCENSION ISLAND COUNCIL, 30 JULY 2010 - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 12.08.2010

The Ascension Island Council held a formal meeting on Friday 30 July at 2pm in the Council Chamber.

1307: “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.

1308: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY FRIDAY, 30 JULY 2010 Motion for Adjournment Speeches - Falklands (Legal) - 09.08.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, I wish to begin with tall poppies and Mexican Crabs. Tall poppies are something you will be familiar with.

1309: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 29th July 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 08.08.2010

Executive Council on the 29th July considered a total of 26 papers. MLA’s Jan Cheek and Roger Edwards attended along with Glenn Ross who was standing in for Dick Sawle who was absent overseas.

1310: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MEETING 30 JULY 2010 Part 1: Questions for Oral Answer - Falklands (Legal) - 08.08.2010

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 1030hrs on Friday, 30 July 2010 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall. Present were Councillors Cheek, Short, Ross, Sawle, Halford, Edwards, R and Edwards, E. Cllr Luxton is absent from the Islands.

1311: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY FRIDAY, 30 JULY 2010 Part 2 - Legislation - Falklands (Legal) - 08.08.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, this Bill reflects a proposal from the budget process to reduce the maximum age for entitlement to receive Family Allowance.

1312: 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.

1313: St Helena EXCO REPORT 50 – 27th July 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 29.07.2010

This was the 50th EXCO that I have had the privilege of chairing. Whatever you may feel about the value of committees, EXCO is a particularly important one for all of us living here and it has been a very fulfilling experience to be involved in so much helpful and informed discussion.

1314: Mrs Hilda Clingham 100 and Feeling “Great” - St Helena (Heritage) - 29.07.2010

“ I feel great” are the words of an amazing lady, Mrs Hilda Clingham who, on Friday, 23rd July 2010, celebrated her 100th Birthday.

1315: Appointment of Tourism Development Executive and Sales Marketing Executive - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 29.07.2010

The Tourism Department will soon have two very experienced personnel joining their team to provide specialist international expertise to help SHG develop its tourism industry.

1316: St Helena Certificate And Badge Of Honour To Mr Robert Macmillan Robertson - St Helena (Heritage) - 29.07.2010

At approximately 1.30pm this afternoon, at the General Hospital, His Excellency Governor Andrew Gurr presented an Award of the Certificate and Badge of Honour to Mr Robert Macmillian Robertson,

1317: St Helena Companies Ordinance, 2004 - St Helena (Legal) - 29.07.2010

The Companies Ordinance, 2004, established a Companies Registry in St. Helena. The Registry is (in accordance with section 212 of the Ordinance) administered by the Registrar of Companies under the general supervision of the Attorney General.

1318: St Helena Legislative Council to meet Formally on 2 August 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 29.07.2010

A Formal Session of the Legislative Council will be held in the Court House in Jamestown on Monday, 2 August 2010 at 10 am.

1319: Tristan's Latest Fishing News - Tristan (Fisheries) - 28.07.2010

After waiting for several days for suitable fishing weather, the dong rang on Monday the 26th for the first day of the fishing season,

1320: Tristan's Latest Shipping News - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 28.07.2010

The M.V. Edinburgh arrived at Tristan on the morning of the 22nd July

1321: Argentine Walkout of IAP Could be an Own Goal - Falklands (Legal) - 26.07.2010

Argentine representatives have walked out of their membership of the International Association of Prosecutors, IAP because the UN has given the Government of the Falkland Islands full membership

1322: 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.

1323: REPAIR AND REFURBISHMENT OF THE CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL CLOCK - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 25.07.2010

Good progress is being made with the project to repair and refurbish the 106 year old clock of Christ Church Cathedral.

1324: 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.

1325: 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.

1326: Falklands' Exercise Purple Strike - Falklands (Education) - 25.07.2010

During the previous week British Forces South Atlantic Islands (BFSAI) completed an arduous all-encompassing exercise in the depths of the Falkland Islands winter.

1327: 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.

1328: St Helena’s Annual Fishing Competition 2010 - St Helena (Fisheries) - 25.07.2010

In surprisingly mild weather conditions, the annual 2010 Fishing Competition, organized in conjunction with The Fisherman's Association and Argos Atlantic Cold Stores took place at the wharf on Saturday 10th July.

1329: 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.

1330: Lobster Total Allowable Catches (TAC’s) for the 2010/11 season approved - Tristan (Fisheries) - 22.07.2010

The following Total Allowable Catches (TAC’s) for the 2010/2011 season, as recommended by the Fisheries Department and approved by the Island Council at their meeting last week, are as follows;

1331: 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.

1332: 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.

1333: 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.

1334: 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,

1335: St Helena Legislative Council (Remuneration and Allowances) (Amendment) Bill, 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 19.07.2010

A report by the Independent Commission to review the recommendations for remuneration of Councillors, Speaker and Deputy Speaker has been published as a Sessional Paper, for the next formal meeting of Legislative Council to be held on 2 August 2010.

1336: 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.

1337: St Helena's Acts of Bravery Recognised - St Helena (Heritage) - 19.07.2010

On an isolated island such as St Helena, any unusual incident or tragedy affects most, if not all, of the community and there are some who go to great lengths to ensure rescue/closure for many.

1338: 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.

1339: St Helena EXCO REPORT – 13th July 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 19.07.2010

All Members were present at today’s meeting and Gilly Francis stood in once again as Acting Chief Secretary.

1340: 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.

1341: Meet Tristan da Cunha's New Councillors - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 10.07.2010

Photo of Tristan da Cunha’s new council: back row from left – Robin Repetto (councillor) Ian Lavarello (Chief Islander) Beverley Repetto (councillor) James Glass (Deputy President) Marion Green (councillor) Lorraine Repetto (councillor) Conrad Glass (councillor) Dereck Rogers (councillor) - Front row sitting from left, Anne Green (councillor) Dawn Repetto (councillor) David Morley (Administrator) Iris Green (councillor) Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times

1342: Julian Yon Wins Spinning Wheel Trophy - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.07.2010

Julian Yon has won the Spinning Wheel Trophy at the Susan Whitley Annual Exhibition held at the Infant/ Junior School and the Community School on the weekend of 03 and 04 July 2010. The Ex was also open on Monday. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1343: EDS VISION AND MISSION EXPLAINED AT FALKLANDS' FARMERS WEEK - Falklands (Agriculture) - 10.07.2010

Falklands’ farmers listened intently to a presentation of the Economic Development Strategy by Michael Poole at 1100hrs on Tuesday, 06 July 2010.

1344: JURY OUT ON FALKLANDS' RAPTOR SHOOTING - Falklands (Agriculture) - 10.07.2010

A lively presentation and discussion about RAPTOR shooting took place on Thursday morning at the annual Farmers’ Week meetings in the Town Hall.

1345: Economic Development Strategy Launched in the Falklands - Falklands (Agriculture) - 10.07.2010

The Falkland Islands Government had for public consultation the ‘Economic Development Strategy’ for the Falkland Islands. The public consultation period will end on Friday 10th September 2010.

1346: 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.

1347: Storm Damages Tristan Da Cunha's Calshot Harbour - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 02.07.2010

On the night of Friday 19th June 2010 a bad storm hit Calshot Harbour, causing severe damage to the west breakwater

1348: 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.

1349: Falkland Islands Tourist Board Predicts First Cruises for Stanley 2010/11 - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 02.07.2010

Cruise ship companies have given the Falkland Islands Tourist Board the first indications on potential numbers of visits during the up and coming season of 2010/11.

1350: St Helena EXCO REPORT – 29th June 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 30.06.2010

All Elected members were present at this meeting of EXCO. Gilly Francis attended as Acting Chief Secretary and in the light of the absence of the Financial Secretary I invited Tony Kilner to attend in order to advise us on matters financial.

1351: St Helena Celebrates Armed Forces Day - St Helena (Heritage) - 30.06.2010

In spite of the overcast weather conditions, approximately 85 people attended the “Raising the Flag for our Armed Forces” ceremony which was held in front of the Court House in Jamestown on Saturday, 26th June.

1352: Falklands' Summary of Executive Council Meeting 24 June 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.06.2010

The June meeting had a long agenda of more than 30 papers. The first summarised the review of the Partnering Agreement with Morrisons.

1353: Falklands' General Purposes Committee Report 06.25.10 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.06.2010

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee was held on Wednesday, 23 June 2010. On Friday, 25 June 2010 The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek MLA spoke to the media about what happened during that important committee meeting.

1354: Director General Defence & Intelligence Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.06.2010

Robert Hannigan, Director General Defence & Intelligence for HMG has paid a flying visit to the Falklands. He arrived on Thursday, 24 June and left on Saturday, 26 June 2010 in order to carry out a familiarisation visit. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1355: Mount Pleasant Airfield Runway Resurfacing Update 16 June 2010 - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 29.06.2010

As the runway at Mount Pleasant Airfield (MPA) is now 25yrs old it needs to be resurfaced. The main runway and some taxiways at MPA will be resurfaced by the engineering company COLAS between September 2010 and early 2011.

1356: FIG Sets New Rules for Family Allowance - Falklands (Legal) - 27.06.2010

At its monthly meeting, Executive Council confirmed a decision that Family Allowance should no longer be paid for children who have reached their 16th birthday.

1357: Falklands Viewers Welcome BFBS Digital in Stanley - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.06.2010

Viewers may have noticed that a test service of the new BFBS digital system from Sapper Hill is now being broadcast in Stanley.

1358: Falklands Jelly Tots Celebrate 21st Anniversary - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.06.2010

Jelly Tots have celebrated their 21st Anniversary with a birthday party held at the Town Hall in Stanley on Sunday, 20 June 2010.

1359: 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

1360: 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.

1361: Panel Established to Report on the Stillbirth of Alex Malcolm Thomas - St Helena (Legal) - 27.06.2010

In my press release of 17th June I indicated that I would be seeking a complete written account into the circumstances surrounding the stillbirth of Alex Malcolm Thomas.

1362: St Helena - Presentation by French Consul on the French Properties - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 27.06.2010

On Friday, 18 June 2010, the French Consul, Michel Dancoisne-Martineau, gave a very interesting and informative presentation on the French properties on St Helena, to Members of the Legislative Council, Tourism Commission, senior Government officials and other invited guests.

1363: St Helena - Maths Trainer Arrives on 24 June - St Helena (Education) - 27.06.2010

Education is one of the most important factors in the development of any country and, here on St Helena, against a backdrop of dwindling resources and skills, the Education Department continues to strive to provide quality learning opportunities for all.

1364: The Hon Emma Edwards' Speech Before the UN C-24 Committee - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.06.2010

Thank you for giving me an opportunity to present the case of the Falkland Islands to the Committee of 24, in New York.

1365: The Hon Gavin Short's C-24 Speech - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.06.2010

Following on from my colleague, I too would like to say that it is an honour to be able to help present our case to the C24.

1366: Falklands Celebrate 60th Anniversary of Stanley Badminton Club - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.06.2010

Stanley Badminton Club (SBC) was first founded, with the approval of the Stanley Town Council, on 28 June 1950 under the chairmanship of Bert Livermore and was played in the old gymnasium on Ross Road.

1367: Falklands Police Chief reviews first 5 months in the job - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 23.06.2010

It is now five months since Gary Finchett took up post as Chief Police Officer, Director of Community Safety, with responsibility for the overall direction of the Royal Falkland Islands Police, the Customs & Immigration Service, the Fire & Rescue Service and the Falkland Islands Defence Force.

1368: Falklands - New Contract for Tim Thorogood - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 23.06.2010

Dr Tim Thotogood will be renewing his contract as Chief Executive of the Falkland Islands Government when his present contract completes in 2011.

1369: Shackleton Scholarships Announced - Falklands (Education) - 23.06.2010

Shackleton Scholarships have been announced for quality of life scholars studying in the Falklands and South Georgia.

1370: Stanley Retail Price Index Review to Begin on 01 September - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 23.06.2010

A review of the Stanley Retail Price Index is planned to begin on 1 September 2010 and run until the end of August 2011.

1371: Development Project Facilitator gains Diploma in Project Management with Distinction - St Helena (Education) - 23.06.2010

In October 2008, Tessa Roberts was successful in securing a place to study a 2 year Distance Learning Course in Project Management with Oxford College

1372: Rockhopper Copper to Receive MBE - Tristan (Heritage) - 18.06.2010

Conrad Glass or Connie as he is more affectionately known, has for many years provided loyal and dedicated service to the Tristanian community as a policeman, politician and on occasion Acting Administrator.

1373: Address by the Representative, Sukey Cameron MBE, at the Falkland Islands Government Annual Reception on Wednesday 16th June 2010 - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.06.2010

As always, I begin by welcoming you to our Annual Reception and thanking you for your support. In times of change and uncertainty, it is good to have so many friends. We are very grateful

1374: Chilean Earthquake Appeal Earns Nearly 27,000 for Chilean Town - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.06.2010

A small town in Chile is to benefit from the £26,600.19 that was raised after an 8.8 earthquake hit that country in February.

1375: Falklands Commemorate Liberation Day - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.06.2010

The Falklands have marked the 28th anniversary of liberation with a service at Christ Church Cathedral officiated by the Rev Richard Hines who welcomed visiting veterans as well as H. E. the Governor Mr Alan and Mrs Helen Huckle, Commander British Forces, Commodore Philip Thicknesse and Mrs Thicknesse, Members of Legislative Assembly, and the general public.

1376: 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

1377: St Helena EXCO REPORT – 15th June 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 17.06.2010

The only agenda item was about the revision of fuel prices. It was an Information Paper that arose from the decision at the previous EXCO to flex fuel prices to reflect importation costs. In the light of that earlier paper, prices had changed on 4th June to 80p per litre for diesel (6p up) and £1.30 per litre for petrol, (6p down).

1378: St Helena's New Provisional Tourism Commission Appointed - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 17.06.2010

Tourism is a key target area in developing St Helena’s economy. To this end, a new Provisional Tourism Commission has been appointed whose task will be to oversee the future development of our tourist industry.

1379: St Helena Film Crew to Update Promotional Tourism Video - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 17.06.2010

A film crew of two will be visiting St Helena between 24 June and 02 July 2010.

1380: Liberation Day in the Falklands Commemorated - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.06.2010

The skies cried on Liberation Day but this didn't stop us from remembering thiose who gave their lives for our freedom. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1381: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 MAY 2010 The Honourable Miss Emma Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 08.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it has been a tough budget with a lot of increases. However, I do believe that it was a wise budget; not depending on oil revenues and revenues from various fishing stocks.

1382: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 MAY 2010 The Hon Mrs Jan Cheek: - Falklands (Legal) - 08.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it has been a tough budget with a lot of increases. However, I do believe that it was a wise budget; not depending on oil revenues and revenues from various fishing stocks.

1383: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 MAY 2010 The Hon Mr Gavin Short: - Falklands (Legal) - 08.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, in rising to support the Motion for Adjournment, (I have) just a couple of brief ramblings.

1384: 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.

1385: 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.

1386: 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.

1387: 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.

1388: 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

1389: 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.

1390: 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.

1391: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 May 2010 The Hon Mr Roger Edwards - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2010

Mr Speaker, first I would like to start by thanking the Treasury staff, my Colleagues around the table, the Treasury department and all those who have been involved in order to achieve this £1Million operating budget deficit as planned in the revised Medium Term Financial Plan. Presently things are on course for a balanced budget next year.

1392: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 May 2010 The Hon Mr Dick Sawle - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, before I forget my manners, I must add my personal thanks also to most of my colleagues earlier on this week in previous Legislative Assembly for the assistance and work on behalf of the Falklands given by the Governor, Alan Huckle and his wife, Helen.

1393: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 May 2010 The Hon Mr Glenn Ross - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I realise now that my two pages of prepared ramblings are somewhat inadequate. I thank the Honourable Dick Sawle for that.

1394: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 May 2010 The Hon Mrs Sharon Halford - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, although this budget round is the first for this Assembly. It is not the first that I have been involved in – it is the ninth. This time, however, differs from previous occasions.

1395: LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 28 May 2010 The Hon Mr Bill Luxton - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I think it is probably a relief to everyone – Officials and Elected Members alike – that this marathon budget session is concluded. And I think we all owe a vote of thanks to Treasury staff in particular and the Financial Secretary, as I prefer to think of him.

1396: Falklands Budget Session Motion of Thanks Speeches - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2010

Your Excellency, Mr Speaker, Honourable members, I am happy to propose the motion of thanks to Governor Huckle for his speech. I like the new format. I like the fact that it represents the plans and wishes of this new Assembly, of which I am proud to be part.

1397: Falklands Budget Session Business and Legislation - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2010

After H. E. the Governor Mr Huckle left the chamber Assembly business began with the confirmation of the record of the meeting of Legislative Assembly held on the 26th of February 2010. The Speaker signed it as a true record.

1398: Falklands Legislative Assembly End Session 28 May 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2010

The final budget session of Legislative Assembly began with Motion No. 1/2010 - Customs duties payable in respect of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Products.

1399: Hon Sharon Halford MLA reports on C P A Regional Conference - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.05.2010

The annual conference of the British Islands and Mediterranean Region of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association held on the Isle of Man from 10 to 14 May was attended by the Honourable Sharon Halford, MLA.

1400: 2010 Shackleton Awards Announced - Falklands (Education) - 26.05.2010

David Tatham, Former Falklands' Governor, announces the 2010 academic awards of the Shackleton Scholarship Fund .

1401: New Training Facility for the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Education) - 26.05.2010

Vast resources for training and qualifications are available for the Falkland Islands’ population at the modern new premises of the Falkland Islands Government’s Training Centre.

1402: Falklands join International Association of Prosecutors - Falklands (Legal) - 26.05.2010

FIG has announced the grant organisational membership of the International Association of Prosecutors (IAP) to its legal department.

1403: Falklands Governor Addresses Legislative Assembly for Last Time - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.05.2010

Over the last two years, the format of the Governor’s address has been changed so that it reflects the views and policies of elected representatives rather than the Governor’s own.

1404: 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.

1405: Falklands' Finance Director Highlights 2010 budget - Falklands (Business News) - 26.05.2010

Keith Padgett explains the highlights of the 2010/11 budget proposals

1406: FALKLANDS OIL: The Argentines should be talking to us - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.05.2010

British Ambassador in Buenos Aires Shan Morgan has been given an ultimatum to deliver a formal reply to the complaint that recently appointed British Prime Minister David Cameron had made over the strict control and restrictions imposed by the government of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner on all cargo navigating between Argentina and Malvinas Islands by 12pm on Monday, 24 May 2010.

1407: 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

1408: Falklands Sea and marine Cadets Pass Inspection With Flying Colours - Falklands (Education) - 25.05.2010

The Sea and Marine Cadets held their annual inspection on Sunday evening at Cadet HQ. Family members and friends attended the ceremonial inspection as well as evolutions. Evolutions included dancing the “Hornpipe” and setting up a “Basha” including the cooking of com rations – without the benefit of a fire. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1409: Mari-Ann Clarke Falklands May Queen 2010 - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.05.2010

The picture shows left to rightt, Prince Charming, Dominic Jaffray,May Queen, Mari-Ann Clarke, H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle, May Princess Nina Humphreys and Prince Charming Runner-up, Kyran Evans. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1410: 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.

1411: St Helena Government Wants Temporary Accommodation for Councillors during Supreme Court Sessions - St Helena (Legal) - 21.05.2010

During the Supreme Court sessions, commencing Friday, 21 May, Councillors will no longer have use of the Councillors Common Room or Small Court, adjacent to the Court House.

1412: RFA Black Rover Trip around St Helena - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 21.05.2010

We are very happy to announce the names of the people who have taken up the Black Rover’s offer of a trip around the Island on the 23rd May. They are:

1413: Civilian Chaplains to the Military visit British Forces South Atlantic Islands - All (Heritage) - 21.05.2010

Mount Pleasant and the local community proudly joined together last week to welcome the five MOD-employed chaplains of different faiths on their first visit to an operational theatre.

1414: Britain Refutes Argentine Shipping Decree about the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 21.05.2010

The United Kingdom has firmly rejected the issuing and promulgation of Presidential Decree 256/2010 and Disposition 14/2010, pertaining to authorisation requirements placed on shipping to and from Argentina, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands and considers that Presidential Decree 256/2010 and Disposition 14/2010 are not compliant with international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

1415: Falkland Islands Government writes to new Minister of State - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.05.2010

The Falkland Islands Government has sent a letter of congratulations to the new Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth, Jeremy Browne MP, who has responsibility for South America and the Overseas Territories.

1416: FIRS Throws the Spotlight on Stuart Wallace - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.05.2010

Stacey Bragger (FIRS) announces that on today’s programme I will be talking to the Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Stuart Wallace (SW). We discussed the future direction of the Committee and a recent familiarisation visit to the UK. To begin with Stuart Wallace gave a summary of the Committee’s history to date.

1417: Prince William’s Falklands Tour Take 2 - Falklands (Snippets) - 17.05.2010

The Sun carries an article by James Clench saying that search-and-rescue pilot HRH Prince William, 27, is set to stay at RAF Mount Pleasant while his squadron provides cover for the Islands.

1418: Falkland Islands Exposed on display at Jetty Visitor Centre - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 17.05.2010

The winners of the Falklands Exposed photography competition have been selected from 1,300 images and along with more than 120 finalist's pictures are now on display at the Jetty Visitors Centre.

1419: Liberty Lodge and KEMH Benefit from Boxer Bridge Yomp - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.05.2010

A charity walk to Boxer Bridge in April helped to raise £2,000.00 for Liberty Lodge and £1300.00 for the KEMH.

1420: Falkland Islands Government writes to British ministers - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2010

The Falkland Islands Government has sent letters of congratulation to British Prime Minister David Cameron, Foreign Secretary William Hague and Defence Secretary Liam Fox on their appointments.

1421: 40 YEARS WITHOUT THE SS GREAT BRITAIN REMEBERED AT MUSEUM - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.05.2010

A reception to commemorate 40 years since the Brunel’s SS Great Britain’s removal to the UK was held at the Museum on Thursday, 13 May 2010. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1422: St Helena ExCo Report 46 – 11th May 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 13.05.2010

Today’s ExCo meeting was again quite lengthy, with a lot of useful discussion of practical issues. Councillor Brian Isaac continued to stand in for Councillor Tara Thomas.

1423: 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!

1424: MPA Falklands Celebrates 25 Years of Service - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.05.2010

In mid1983 a decision was taken by HMG to purchase land in the Falklands for £29.00 an acre from the Falkland Islands Company at Mount Pleasant and build an international airport on the property.

1425: Falkland Islands represented at London Festival of Stamps - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.05.2010

Postmaster Moira Eccles is attending the 2010 International Stamp Exhibition, which is being held from 8th to 15th May.

1426: St Helena Prepared for Rift Valley Fever in South Africa - St Helena (Health) - 12.05.2010

The UK Health Protection Agency Focal Point has issued a warning to travellers to South Africa to the effect that South Africa is experiencing an outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) and that a number of animal and human deaths have occurred.

1427: HMS Clyde in Search and Rescue Mission - Br.Ant.Territory (Tourism/Travel) - 11.05.2010

At 1900 (South Georgia time) on 7 May 10, HMS CLYDE was urgently re-tasked to launch a search and rescue mission in support of a stricken yacht.

1428: Emma Edwards MLA to Attend UN C-24 Meeting in New Caledonia - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.05.2010

The Hon Emma Edwards MLA is to visit Noumea in New Caledonia to attend a seminar organised by the United Nations ‘Special Committee of 24’.

1429: Policy on Exemption of Import Duty, Wharfage and Freight Charges - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 11.05.2010

In October of last year, a new policy on Exemption of Import Duty, Wharfage and Freight Charges was agreed by the Governor in Council.

1430: Entry Visas for South Africa - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 11.05.2010

Recently there has been some concern from the public with regard to visas for South Africa.

1431: Rockhopper Drilling Reveals High Quality Reservoir - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.05.2010

A further update on the Sea Lion Prospect revealed a high quality reservoir interval with very good porosity and permeability

1432: HMS Clyde Rescues Lomas Family Near South Georgia - Falklands (Health) - 10.05.2010

A Derbyshire family whose yacht hit an iceberg in the South Atlantic, has been rescued by the HMS Clyde, the Falklands protection warship, after their distress call was picked up 8,000 miles away by the Falmouth coastguard

1433: 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.

1434: 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.

1435: 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.

1436: 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

1437: Falklands Update on Cancer Support and Awareness Trust Activities - Falklands (Health) - 08.05.2010

The recent inaugural Mammography Screening visit was very well received by everyone involved.

1438: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 29 April 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 08.05.2010

A total of 31 papers came to this month’s Executive Council held at Government House on 29th April 2010. Members attending were Jan Cheek, Dick Sawle and Roger Edwards.

1439: Sharon Halford to Attend CPA Conference - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.05.2010

The Hon Sharon Halford MLA is to attend the annual British Islands and Mediterranean Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, which is being held in the Isle of Man from 10 to 14 May 2010.

1440: Rockhopper Shares Spike as Sealion Prospect Drill strikes Oil - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.05.2010

Rockhopper Exploration shares are ratcheting upwards as a significant oil discovery is announced in the Company’s Sea Lion Prospect.

1441: BNP Slaps South Atlantic Self Determination in the Face - S.Atlantic (Environment) - 04.05.2010

People in the South Atlantic Remote Territories – British Overseas Territories – woke on Tuesday morning to discover that the British National Party has designs on one of us.

1442: Falklands Public Meeting on Mines Held in FIDF Club - Falklands (Environment) - 01.05.2010

Approximately 50 members of the public attended an informative public meeting at the FIDF Club at 1900hrs on Tuesday, 27 April 2010 held by the BACTEC demining team. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1443: South Georgia Reception Held at Government House - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 01.05.2010

A reception for the 28th anniversary of the liberation of South Georgia was held at Government House on Monday, 26 April 2010. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1444: 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.

1445: Rockhopper Exploration Presentation at Chamber of Commerce - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.05.2010

Rockhopper Exploration gave an informative presentation at the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce Function Room on Wednesday, 28 April 2010. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1446: Falklands Military Walk for Local Charities - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.05.2010

Last weekend, thirteen personnel serving with the Catering and Rations Squadron battled it out with the weather to raise money for Stanley Hospital and Liberty Lodge. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

1447: Bravo Company assists local farm - Falklands (Agriculture) - 01.05.2010

The recently arrived Bravo Company from the King’s Royal Hussars have already started to make an impact on island, assisting Mr and Mrs Woodward with a variety of tasks around Little Chartres. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

1448: Falklands Reindeer Question at Public Meeting - Falklands (Agriculture) - 01.05.2010

A public meeting was held at 1700 hrs on Tuesday, 27 April 2010 in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall.

1449: 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.

1450: 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.

1451: 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.

1452: No Rain on Queen’s Birthday Parade in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.04.2010

A parade to celebrate the 84th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen was held at Victory Green on Wednesday 21st April 2010. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1453: 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

1454: 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.

1455: 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.

1456: St Helena RMS More Work to be Done - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 22.04.2010

Following the visit of DfID Director Sue Wardell to St.Helena, work has begun to see if the twin ideas of giving tourism priority and doing away with the monopoly on freight to the Island could provide a pathway towards the improvement of the Island’s economy.

1457: Falklands Military Comments on Impact of Volcanic Ash on the Airbridge - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 21.04.2010

A Military spokesperson in the Falklands has said that the volcanic eruption in Iceland continues to generate a plume of ash, which presents a threat to aviation. The ash is currently spreading across the UK and Northern Europe. Restrictions on aircraft entering UK airspace will remain in force at least until midnight tonight (Mon/Tues).

1458: 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.

1459: Chief Medical Officer Reports on MRSA - Falklands (Health) - 21.04.2010

Healthy People can get MRSA. MRSA skin infections are showing up more frequently in healthy people, with none of the usual risks factors. This type of MRSA - called community-associated MRSA (CA MRSA) - has been reported among athletes, prisoners, and military recruits. Outbreaks have been seen at schools, gyms, day care centres and other places where people are in close proximity.

1460: Falklands Reindeer Round-up - Falklands (Agriculture) - 21.04.2010

In the middle of February 2010 a further attempt was made to have a complete muster of the reindeer herd situated at Albemarle.

1461: 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.

1462: A Report on Ascension Island's Budget - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 21.04.2010

The budget for the financial year 2010/11has now been approved by the Governor rand we received notification on 31 March that the Appropriation Ordinance 2010 has been published in the St Helena Government Gazette giving this effect.

1463: 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.

1464: Falklands ready for Round 2 as Rockhopper Spuds Sea Lion 14/10-B Exploration Well - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.04.2010

Rockhopper Exploration plc, a North Falkland Basin oil and gas exploration company, has announced that the Sea Lion 14/10-B Exploration well was spudded at 0050hrs BST on 16 April 2010.

1465: Tourist Arrivals in the Falklands Could Increase by 17% in 2010 - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 10.04.2010

The Falkland Islands Tourist Board has reported that with the global tourism outlook improving, overall tourist arrivals in the Falklands are forecast to increase by 17% in 2010.

1466: 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.

1467: 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

1468: FITZROY FARM TO HOST RBA SHEEP SHOW - S.Atlantic (Agriculture) - 10.04.2010

The Rural Business Association will be hosting a sheep show at Fitzroy Farm on Saturday, 10 April 2010 beginning at 1000hrs with all sheep being penned by 1030hrs.

1469: Planning and Building Committee Report (01 April 2010) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 10.04.2010

This month’s meeting of the Planning and Building Committee began with words of welcome to new lay member Jacky Cotter from the Chair, Cllr Sharon Halford.

1470: 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.

1471: Desire Petroleum Announces a Gas Discovery - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.04.2010

Desire Petroleum has announced that the Liz well 14/19-1, drilled by Desire Petroleum plc, in the North Falkland Basin, has reached a total depth of 3,667 metres and that final logging has been completed. The well is now being plugged and abandoned as a gas discovery.

1472: 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

1473: Falklands: Summary of Executive Council Meeting 25 March 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 03.04.2010

Executive Council this time round had a change of faces around the table. In the absence of the Hon Dick Sawle and Roger Edwards who are currently overseas, the Hon Emma Edwards and Sharon Halford were the nominated stand ins.

1474: Falklands: Message from the Falkland Islands Government on the 28th Anniversary of the invasion by Argentina - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.04.2010

Today we remember the events of 2 April 1982 which led to the deaths of over nine hundred people in the Falkland Islands over a period of 74 days.

1475: Public Now Confident about Sapper Hill Minefield - Falklands (Environment) - 03.04.2010

About 30 members of the demining team from BACTEC and 100 members of the public attended a demonstration on Sapper Hill on Thursday to show public confidence that the minefield that had been established since 1982 had been completely cleared.

1476: Falklands Governor's Flag Display in Penang - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.04.2010

Mr Clay Moss, (left) from the Dalat International School in Penang Malaysia is pictured with his Vexillology class - the study of flags.

1477: Human rights Capacity Training Given in the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 03.04.2010

Seminars on Building Human rights capacity in the Falkland Islands have been held in Stanley during this past week.

1478: Falklands Education Department Reports on March Activities - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 03.04.2010

A meeting of the Education Board took place on Monday, 22 march 2010. There were many items on the agenda but most relevant is the Director’s report.

1479: 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.

1480: Westminster Seminar ‘Interesting and Informative’ says Falklands Assembly Member - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 03.04.2010

The Hon Dick Sawle, Member of Legislative Assembly, is due to return to the Falkland Islands today after attending the Westminster Seminar on Parliamentary Practices and Procedures, which he has described as ‘interesting and informative’.

1481: Corporal Sets New Course Record in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.04.2010

Corporal Frear recently participated in the Stanley Marathon, not only winning the event outright but also setting a new course record.

1482: Earth Hour Celebrated in the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.04.2010

The Falkland Islands became the 125th territory to participate in the global ‘Earth Hour’ event on Saturday March 27, 2010.

1483: 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'.

1484: It's All GO for Falklands' Team Tranquil - Falklands (Education) - 03.04.2010

Though Team Tranquil operates in the background, members have been busy on a variety of projects beginning with two training sessions for the listening line. One more person has joined volunteer listeners who are available for confidential service.

1485: St Helena's Tortoises at Plantation House - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 01.04.2010

He could be the oldest living creature in the world and he lives on the lawn in front of Plantation House

1486: Dissappointing Show for Falklands' Liz Prospect - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.03.2010

Subsequent logging operations show that oil may be present in thin intervals but that reservoir quality is poor.

1487: Media Reports Falklands' Liz Prospect Unviable - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.03.2010

Over the weekend readers were greeted with press reports from the Sunday Times and Reuters that the Liz Prospect – an exploratory well drilled by Desire Petroleum – was unviable.

1488: 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

1489: Falklands Oil - The Source Rock is Key - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.03.2010

It’s been nearly a month since Ocean Guardian spudded its exploratory well for Desire Petroleum in the Liz Prospect.

1490: Falklands: Public Confidence Demo on Sapper Hill - Falklands (Geological Events) - 21.03.2010

A public confidence demonstration will be taking place at the Sapper Hill Minefield site next Thursday at 1545hrs. BACTEC and the Demining Project office staff will walk across the cleared area to demonstrate their confidence in the clearance process. They encourage as many people as possible to come and watch.

1491: St Helena Report Released on Remuneration, Allowances and Expenses - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 21.03.2010

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.

1492: St Helena Upcoming, Historic Meeting of Legislative Council - St Helena (Legal) - 21.03.2010

The new Legislative Council is to meet formally tomorrow, 19 March, at the Court House in Jamestown, at 10am.

1493: St Helena EXCO REPORT 45 – 16th March 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 21.03.2010

At today’s EXCO Cllr .Isaac and Cllr .Cranfield stood in for Cllrs. Tara Thomas and Mervyn Yon who are both away on government business.

1494: Falklands RAF Movers Remember the Fallen - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.03.2010

On a blustery 10 Feb 10, 8000 miles from home, 9 members of the Air Movements Flight, British Forces South Atlantic Islands, travelled to the capital of the Falkland Islands, Port Stanley, to pay respect to two Royal Marines killed in action during the 1982 conflict, Sgt Roger Enefer & Sgt Bob Leeming.

1495: New General Manager at Falkland Islands Tourist Board Announced - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 21.03.2010

Paul Trowell, a New Zealander, has been appointed as the new General Manager of the Falkland Islands Tourist Board.

1496: PORTSMOUTH BASED DESTROYER ASSISTS IN AIR/SEA RESCUE IN THE SOUTH ATLANTIC - Falklands (Fisheries) - 17.03.2010

HMS York, a Portsmouth-based Type 42 Destroyer, was one of 3 units involved in a rescue mission 300 miles south east of the Falkland Islands earlier today.

1497: New Record for Most Southerly Marathon - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.03.2010

Appalling weather can bring out the worst in many runners but for Stephen Frear, RAF, stationed at Mount Pleasant, it brought out the best.

1498: 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.

1499: South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands -Cephalopods - S.Georgia (Education) - 13.03.2010

Dr Martin Collins writes about Cephalopods depicted on stamps.

1500: 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

1501: 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.

1502: 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.

1503: 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.

1504: Cathedral Clock Removed for Repair and Renovation - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.03.2010

An operation to bring down the clock at Christ Church Cathedral took place on Monday, 08 March 2010 beginning at 0830hrs

1505: Martin Collins to Run Stanley Marathon - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 13.03.2010

Martin Collins, Senior Executive and Director of Fisheries is to run the Stanley Marathon on Sunday the 14th of March.

1506: A message from Her Majesty The Queen, Head of the Commonwealth - All (Heritage) - 13.03.2010

Today’s societies are constantly seeking ways to improve their quality of life, and science and technology play a vital part in that search.

1507: Falklands Director of Mineral Resources Report (March 2010) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.03.2010

A meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee took place on Thursday, 11 March 2010. Following is the Director’s Report by Phyl Rendell.

1508: 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.

1509: Constitutional Advisor Passes on - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 07.03.2010

Michael Bradley, CMG, QC, former Cayman Islands Attorney General, passed away in the UK on Monday, 22 February, at the age of 76.

1510: Falklands Assembly Member to Attend Westminster Seminar - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.03.2010

Mr Dick Sawle MLA has left for the UK to attend the Westminster Seminar. The Westminster Seminar is held on an annual basis and is described as a perfect learning ground for recently elected politicians.

1511: £11,000.00 for Haiti Earthquake Appeal - Falklands (Geological Events) - 07.03.2010

Mr Keith Biles, sponsor of the Haiti Earthquake Appeal, Falkland Islands, reports that the balance on the Haiti Earthquake Appeal account today is £11,000,

1512: Chile Earthquake Committee Formed - Falklands (Geological Events) - 07.03.2010

A committee to begin fundraising for victims of the 8.8 earthquake in Chile has been set up

1513: Falklands Send Letter of Condolence to Chile - Falklands (Geological Events) - 07.03.2010

On 2 March 2010 Members of Legislative Assembly sent a letter of condolence to the Chilean people.

1514: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 25 February 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2010

The first Executive Council items this month were one of the drilling company’s oil spill contingency plans and a safety case for the rig to drill in deeper water. These are part of the regulatory approvals and systems that have to be in place before each company’s exploratory drilling commences.

1515: Falklands Legislative Assembly Meeting 26 February 2010 Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2010

A meeting of Legislative Assembly was held at 1030hrs on Friday, 26 February 2010 in the Court and Assembly chamber of the Town Hall

1516: Falklands Legislative Assembly 26 February 2010 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2010

Mr Speaker, Honourable members, in continuing the theme of trying to start the Motion for Adjournment on happy news rather than sad news or criticism, I would like to bring to the attention of people the actual generosity of the Falkland Islanders and indeed those servicemen and women serving here in the Falklands to the amount of money actually raised for charitable purposes.

1517: 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.”

1518: St Helena Mourns Former Governor - St Helena (Heritage) - 25.02.2010

The St Helena Government has received news of the sad passing of former Governor, Michael Clancy, who served on St Helena as Chief Secretary from 1997 to 2000 and later as Governor and Commander in Chief of St Helena and its Dependencies from 2004 to 2007.

1519: 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.

1520: 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.”

1521: ARGY BARGY – THIS TIME WE AIN’T GONNA EAT IT - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.02.2010

Islanders are reading with disbelief the daily media offerings touting Argy blockades and an impending task force cutting its way towards the Falklands.

1522: 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.

1523: 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.

1524: Falklands' Cape Pembroke Results - Falklands (Heritage) - 17.02.2010

Stephen Frear RAF, won the Cape Pembroke Half Marathon in a record time of 1:14:05 despite head-on and sideways winds and sleet. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - Winners in the Cape Pembroke Half Marathon

1525: St Helena EXCO REPORT 43 – 10th February 2010 - St Helena (Legal) - 17.02.2010

This is the first time in 43 attempts that my EXCO report has been a day late and for that I apologise. The fact is that our meeting finished later than any of the other 42 and the pressure of other issues meant that I simply ran out of time.

1526: 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

1527: BRIGADIER IMPRESSED WITH FALKLANDS’ TRAINING FACILITIES - Falklands (Education) - 11.02.2010

Brigadier Justin Maciejewski of 3 Yorks Alma Company, 12th Mechanised Brigade based at Warminster, Buford near Salisbury has spent the past week in the Falklands visiting training facilities.

1528: FALKLAND ISLANDS QUEEN’S CERTIFICATE AND BADGE OF HONOUR - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 11.02.2010

As already announced following January’s Executive Council Meeting, Her Majesty The Queen has been pleased to agree that the Queen’s Certificate and accompanying Badge of Honour may be awarded in the Falkland Islands.

1529: 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

1530: Shall Falkland Islanders be Embattled Oil Barons? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.02.2010

Articles touting untold riches for the Falklands when crude is discovered in commercial quantities are of late abounding.

1531: Monsignor McPartland has Private Audience with Pope - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 06.02.2010

Photo (c) L'Osservatore Romano - Monsignor Mc Partland explains about the Apostolic Prefecture in the South Atlantic.

1532: Report of an Executive Council meeting held on 3 February 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 06.02.2010

An extra-ordinary meeting of Executive Council was held on Wednesday, 3 February to address some urgent oil exploration matters.

1533: PHYL RENDELL’S REPORT ABOUT THE WED, 03 FEBRUARY 2010 EXCO MEETING - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.02.2010

There was an extraordinary meeting of Executive Council on Wednesday, 03 February to address some matters that really couldn’t wait until the next scheduled EXCO.

1534: DIRECTOR OF MINERAL RESOURCES REACTION TO ARGENTINE PROTEST ABOUT OIL EXPLORATION - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.02.2010

The Argentine Government has this week protested about the up-coming drilling campaign in Falklands’ waters. Director of Minerals, Phyl Rendell (PR), doesn’t believe that this is concerning the Falklands’ oil industry.

1535: PLANNING & BUILDING COMMITTEE 06/02/10 - Falklands (Business News) - 06.02.2010

Graham France updates us on the latest planning and building committee activity.

1536: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 28 January 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 06.02.2010

The Task status report (legislative drafting) was discussed briefly. Members felt that the Road Traffic Bill (which commenced in January 2006) needed to have further periods of public consultation and debate given that it had been dormant for some time now.

1537: Falklands General Purposes Committee Brief 01.02.2010 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 06.02.2010

The General Purposes Committee met at 0800hrs on Wednesday, 27 January 2010 and the meeting lasted all day.

1538: St Helena Education Discussions Continue... - St Helena (Education) - 06.02.2010

Discussions continue within the Education Department on what can be achieved over the next three years, through the Education Sector Support Programme. Consideration is also being given to how this support can continue to bear fruits after 2013.

1539: ENTHUSIASM FOR FALKLANDS OIL OUTWEIGHS ARGENTINE PROTEST - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.02.2010

On Tuesday Argentine Foreign Minister Jorge Taiana protested to the Acting British Ambassador over offshore oil exploration in waters surrounding the Falkland Islands.

1540: TONY BANKS GREETED WITH ENTHUSIASM AT 1982 MEMORIAL - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.01.2010

Unlike his experience on a terraced street in Liverpool, Tony Banks was greeted with warm enthusiasm when he completed his yomp from San Carlos to Stanley via Goose Green.

1541: CDR DONDE TO DEPART FALKLANDS ON MONDAY - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.01.2010

Commander Dilip Donde, a naval officer seeking to become the first Indian to sail solo around the world, will be departing from the FIC jetty at 1000hrs on Monday, 01 February 2010. Photo (c) Photo Section MPA HMS York Shadows commander Donde's yacht

1542: 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.

1543: 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.

1544: THE REV PAUL EVANS RETURNS TO HELP OUT AT THE TAB - Falklands (Heritage) - 30.01.2010

The Rev Paul Evans, who paid a pastoral visit to the Tabernacle Church during June and July last year travelled back to Malawi in November and is currently in Zimbabwe, his plans are that he will return to the UK in late February and already has plans for a return visit to the Falkland Islands.

1545: Falkland Islands Tourist Board Facebook page reaches 1,600 fans - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 30.01.2010

The official Facebook page for the Falkland Islands has attracted over 1,600 fans in its first five months.

1546: St Helena Meetings Commence with Education Advisors - St Helena (Education) - 30.01.2010

The visiting Education Advisors are meeting with Councillors from the new Education and Employment Committee and staff from the Education Department to discuss education priorities for the next three years and beyond.

1547: Argentine Territorial Claim Gets Short Sharp Shrift - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 24.01.2010

The Argentine law, Argentine Legislation (Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands and the Britis passed in early December from an argentine point of view defines the borders of the southernmost Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and the Southern Atlantic Islands, including within the region's borders the Falkland Islands, known as Las Malvinas in Spanish, and part of Antarctica.

1548: HAITI APPEAL FUND SET UP AT STANDARD CHARTERED BANK - Falklands (Geological Events) - 24.01.2010

Mr Keith Biles has helped to set up an appeal fund at Standard Chartered Bank for Haiti earthquake relief. Last week that Caribbean Island was struck by a 7.0 earthquake that has killed well over 100,000 people especially in the area of Puerto Au Prince

1549: Education Department Plans for Next Three Years - St Helena (Education) - 24.01.2010

The Education Department is making plans to further improve the standard of education on the Island.

1550: 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.

1551: BRITISH FORCES SOUTH ATLANTIC ISLANDS’ THISTLE PULL - Falklands (Environment) - 24.01.2010

Personnel serving at the Mount Pleasant Complex have been out battling thistles at Mare Harbour and Bertha’s Beach in support of the Falklands Conservation Society’s programme.

1552: FALKLANDS ARE “GO” FOR OIL EXPLORATION - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.01.2010

Desire Chairman, Stephen Phipps has confirmed that the exploration rig, Ocean Guardian, is progressing well and scheduled to arrive in Falklands waters early in February, weather and sea conditions depending.

1553: Commodore Bannerjee and Commander Donde visit HMS YORK & HMS CLYDE - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.01.2010

Commodore Bannerjee and Commander Donde took the time out of a hectic repair schedule to visit their naval counterparts, HMS YORK and HMS CLYDE.

1554: NVQs AND CERTIFICATES PRESENTED AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE - Falklands (Education) - 24.01.2010

Certificates and NVQs were presented to candidates at a Government House reception on Tuesday evening by Mr Rhys Hughes, External Verifier from City & Guilds and Mr Paul Martinez, the Acting Governor.

1555: Summary of Extraordinary Executive Council Meeting 18 January 2010 - Falklands (Legal) - 24.01.2010

An extraordinary meeting of Executive Council took place Monday 18 January to consider oil industry related papers. The first was to recommend to the Governor the forwarding to the Secretary of State for approval a Consent to Drill application from Rockhopper Exploration.

1556: British Forces welcome Commander Donde to Stanley - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.01.2010

The Falkland Islands, the United Kingdom and British Forces South Atlantic Islands were delighted to welcome Commander Donde to Stanley as he reached the half point in his epic and potentially record breaking journey around the globe.

1557: Falklands’ Oil Department Activities Heat Up - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.01.2010

The Falklands’ Oil Department along with Dr Phil Richards of British Geological Survey (BGS) continue to work feverishly on the final legal paperwork allowing operators to drill.

1558: HISTORY MAKING YACHTSMAN ARRIVES IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.01.2010

Commander Dilip Donde, a naval officer seeking to become the first Indian to sail solo around the world, has arrived at FIPASS in Stanley, Falkland Islands at approximately 1100hrs LMT on Saturday 16 January 2010 aboard his yaht, 'Mhandei'. His yacht was met by a flotilla of launches and yachts at the mouth of Port William and the entourage made its way past the Cape Pembroke Lighthouse and through the narrows. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1559: 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.

1560: EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT POST UNCERTAIN - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.01.2010

The post of Head of Executive Management for the Falkland Islands Government will now not be filled and may be reconsidered by Assembly Members

1561: 25 ENGINEER REGIMENT ARRIVE FOR EXERCISE KELP EAGLE - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 15.01.2010

25 Engineer Regiment is one of two Air Support Engineer Regiments who provide direct support to the RAF, under command of 12 (Air Support) Engineer Group.

1562: Legislative Assembly Report - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 15.01.2010

Jan Cheek tells us what happened during this month.

1563: JANE CAMERON REMEMBERED - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.01.2010

Jane was a child of these Islands, born 60 years ago tomorrow less than a mile from this Cathedral – the daughter and granddaughter of sheep farmers on her father’s side and the granddaughter of a former Colonial Secretary and Governor on her mother’s. (As Read out by Donald Cameron on Monday, 11 January 2010)

1564: FIOGA Certificates Presented at Government House - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.01.2010

A presentation of FIOGA Certificates for the Falklands’ Golf Team took place at Government House at 1800hrs on Wednesday, 06 January 2010. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Left - Kevin Clapp, Centre, Steve Vincent, Rig, Rod Tuckwood

1565: Festive lunch for de-miners held at seamen’s mission - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.01.2010

Alison Ward tells us more! Photo (c) Alison Ward

1566: 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.

1567: Falklands - Book Launch for Dave Eynon - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.01.2010

Dave Eynon signs copies of his book entitled “Beneath Falkland Island Waters” at the Boathouse Café on Friday, 11 December 2009. Photo (c) Leeann Eynon

1568: Albatross presentation at Chamber of Commerce - Falklands (Environment) - 13.01.2010

Anton Wolfaardt presented aspects of his work with Albatrosses and Petrels on Tristan da Cunha and Gough Islands during an evening at the Chamber of Commerce Function Room. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1569: 'Ascot Ladies' Raise Money for Charity - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.01.2010

Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The photo at the top shows the Ladies – Alison Ward, Cathy Jacobsen, Tanzi Jacobsen, Julie Courtney and Theresa Lang and the Juniors – left to right – Louise Williams, Tiegan Curtis and Tanisha Courtney with the Cancer Support and Awareness cheque

1570: 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.

1571: Elizabeth Medal for Ann Reid - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.01.2010

At a reception at Government House on Tuesday, 05 January 2010 Mrs Ann Reid became the first person in the Falkland Islands to receive the Elizabeth Medal and Memorial Scroll. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) It was a family loss that meant so much to the Falklands.

1572: Falklands Legislative Assembly Meeting (18/12/09) Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 05.01.2010

A meeting of Legislative Assembly took place at 1030hrs on Friday, 18 December 2009.

1573: Legislative Assembly 18/12/09 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 05.01.2010

Motion for Adjournment speeches

1574: Prime Minister Reinforces Self Determination for the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.01.2010

2009 has been another year of significant change for the Falkland Islands. Your democracy was further strengthened by your new Constitution and by the elections which took place in November when an unprecedented and high voter turn-out resulted in a totally new Legislative Assembly. I wish the new Assembly Members well for their terms in office.

1575: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 17 December 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 21.12.2009

Being the last meeting of the year and only three weeks since the last Exco, there was not an overly onerous agenda with only 14 papers on the agenda.

1576: Tristan Science - Research and conservation activities at Inaccessible Island - Tristan (Education) - 19.12.2009

Peter Ryan & Rob Ronconi tell us about valuable research on Inaccessible Island.

1577: 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.

1578: St Helena BAILEY BRIDGE and SHARP UPDATE - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 19.12.2009

The Bailey bridge forms a key part of the St Helena Access Ramp Project (SHARP for short). By use of a pontoon moored beyond the worst of the swell movement, with a hinged bridge to the wharf, it is intended to enable passengers on cruise ships to come ashore in swells that are deemed by the ships’ captains too great to use the landing steps.

1579: 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.

1580: St Helena - EXCO REPORT 41 – 15 December 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 19.12.2009

As Councillor Gunnell has not been able to return yet from the OTCC Conference, Brian Isaac continued to deputise for him. The other four EXCO Councillors – Tara Thomas, Rodney Buckley, Tony Green and Mervyn Yon were present. Also attending was Desmond Wade who is Acting as Financial Secretary following Ginny Grace’s departure.

1581: Falklands Public Meeting Report (15/12/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 17.12.2009

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall on Tuesday, 15 December 2009.

1582: 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.

1583: St Helena Nurses' Situation Improving - St Helena (Health) - 16.12.2009

Following a recruitment campaign to attract registered nurses from abroad to work within the General Hospital on St Helena, two nurses from Zimbabwe have recently joined the team. Ms Anna Colletta Chiduku and Mrs Blessing Phiri have been engaged as Staff Nurses on one year contracts. Both ladies have extensive experience in general nursing and have worked in large hospitals in Zimbabwe prior to travelling to St Helena.

1584: DFID Donates Medical Equipment to St Helena - St Helena (Health) - 16.12.2009

Over the past 5 years equipment worth £235,444 has been procured under the DfID funded HealthLink 2 project.

1585: St Helena Initiates Criminal Law Project - St Helena (Legal) - 16.12.2009

Kenneth I Baddon Explains the St Helena Criminal Law Project to the general public.

1586: All Set for the Stanley 2010 Raft Race - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.12.2009

The Falklands’ rafting community, said to be a cross-societal group, will be partaking in the annual ‘Stanley Raft Race’ on 1 Jan 2010. Festivities start at 1230hrs.

1587: 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.

1588: Volcanologist Visits Tristan da Cunha - Tristan (Environment) - 05.12.2009

Tristan da Cunha is an active volcano and a future eruption is inevitable. Knowing when, where and how large the next eruption will be is the aspiration of any volcanologist and is important for those living close to active volcanoes. Unfortunately, the complexities of nature often triumph over scientific knowledge, so volcanologists can only gather clues and use their training, modern scientific techniques and equipment to make a best estimate.

1589: Falklands' Oil - Time to Defuse the Bomb - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.12.2009

Oil boom, boom, boom has been touted throughout the media world since the transfer of the Ocean Guardian to the Falklands was announced. Like in 1997/8 stories abound about Falklands' oil bonanza and lots of money being earned by 3,000 Islanders. It’s a nice pipe dream but no thanks.

1590: St Helena - Surgeries for 2020 Fishery - St Helena (Fisheries) - 01.12.2009

Dick Beales is currently on the island for three weeks assisting the Government of St Helena with an analysis of the current status of the fishing industry and the preparation of a strategic vision for the fisheries sector to the year 2020.

1591: Statement from the Administrator Ascension Island 16th November 2009 - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 01.12.2009

I would like to say a few words to put into perspective what is going on regarding job losses in government on Ascension Island.

1592: Pulic Meeting Report 24 November 2009 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 01.12.2009

A public meeting took place in the Court and Assembly Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 24 November 2009. Present were The Hon Bill Luxton (BL), The Hon Gavin Short (GS), The Hon Dick Sawle (DS), The Hon Roger Edwards (RE), The Hon Jan Cheek (JC), The Hon Sharon Halford (SH), The Hon Emma Edwards (EE), and The Hon Glenn Ross.

1593: Falkland Islands Chief Police Officer Paul Elliott makes way for new Director of Community Safety - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 01.12.2009

Superintendent Paul Elliott leaves the Islands on Friday 27th November having been made redundant just two years into his original three year contract as part of the Chief Executives Review of Government.

1594: St Helena's New Council Settles into Office - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.11.2009

The Council is settling into office and has held four informal meetings over the last seven days. During the meetings the new Council was briefed on the key areas Government is working on and updated on the work that has been suggested for the coming months.

1595: BHP BILLITON PETROLEUM AND RPS ENERGY PRESENT EIS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.11.2009

BHP Billiton and RPS Energy presented findings and a brief overview of the Environmental Impact Statement they will be presenting to FIG in February/March for approval.

1596: 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.

1597: St Helena EXCO Report (09/11/21) - St Helena (Legal) - 21.11.2009

The first meeting of the new Executive Council was held on Tuesday afternoon as the opening of the Court took place in the morning. That is why this summary is being done on the Wednesday.

1598: Falklands - no Cause for Concern over Airbridge - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 21.11.2009

Flyglobspan, the Scottish airline which operates the airbridge service to the Falklands is believed to have staved off a collapse with a last-ditch cash injection. The Independent reported over the weekend that administrators were lined up to handle the airline’s collapse but directors at Globespan Group managed to secure new funding at the 11th hour.

1599: New Chief of Police to Arrive Shortly - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 21.11.2009

The St Helena Government has selected Peter Coll, out of 10 applicants, to be the new Chief of Police for St Helena.

1600: New Chairman for the South Georgia Association - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 21.11.2009

The South Georgia Association has announced the name of its new chairman. He is Professor David J. Drewry, a former director of the Scott Polar Research Institute and of the British Antarctic Survey and Director General of the British Council, who has recently retired as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hull.

1601: All Set for the Saladero Open Day - Falklands (Agriculture) - 21.11.2009

The general public is invited to an open day at Saladero on Saturday, 21 November 2009 to see the National Beef Herd on display and to find out about grazing management. There will also be a display of the National Stud Flock.

1602: Falklands fire Engine Pull for Charity - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.11.2009

The annual Falkland Islands Fire & Rescue Service Fire Engine Pull will take place on Saturday 28th November2009. Starting from Government house at 14.00 hrs, the fire engine will be pulled down Ross Road to the Public Jetty.

1603: South Georgia Experience Leads To Dame Ellen Retirement - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 13.11.2009

Sarah Lurcock tells us of the affect South Georgia's magic had on Dame Ellen Macarthur.

1604: Legislative Assembly Meeting Tuesday, 10 November 2009 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.11.2009

Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)Left to right (Back): Mrs Jan Cheek, Mr Bill Luxton, Mr Gavin Short, Mr Glenn Ross and Mr Roger Edwards Left to right (Bottom): Miss Emma Edwards, Mr Dick Sawle, And Mrs Sharon Halford

1605: Tristan Fishing News 11.11.09 - Tristan (Fisheries) - 11.11.2009

The 2009/10 fishing season has not started very well due to excessivebad weather.

1606: Governor's Caveat as Members Sworn in at Government House - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 10.11.2009

Four years will prove the pudding. Left to right (Back): Mrs Jan Cheek, Mr Bill Luxton, Mr Gavin Short, Mr Glenn Ross and Mr Roger Edwards Left to right (Bottom): Miss Emma Edwards, Mr Dick Sawle, Mrs Sharon Halford

1607: Keith Biles Elected as Falklands' Legislative Assembly Speaker - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 10.11.2009

Anton Livermore has also been elected as Deputy Speaker.

1608: Falklands' Executive Council Members Elected - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 10.11.2009

Members of Executive Council have been elected during the Legislative Council Meeting held on Tuesdaay, 10 November 2009.

1609: Tristan Notes Remembrance Sunday 2009 - Tristan (Heritage) - 09.11.2009

This year a combined service for Remembrance Day was held in St Joseph Catholic Church at 9am by Dereck Rogers, supported by Anne and James the Catholic Lay Ministers. The following is brief of what was said on behalf of those who died serving their country.

1610: Falklands' Camp Constituency Final Tally - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 06.11.2009

The People Have Spoken in the Camp Constituency. Stanley votes are still being counted.

1611: St Helena Announces Election Results - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 06.11.2009

Returning Officer, Gillian Francis, has announced the results of Polling Day and has accordingly declared that the following candidates have been duly elected to serve as Members of the St Helena Legislative Council:

1612: Falklands Election - Stanley Constituency Upset - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 06.11.2009

A major upset took place in the Stanley Constituency with new faces all around.

1613: The Election Manifesto of Clive Wilkinson - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.11.2009

Clive Wilkinson has thrown his hat in the ring for Thursday's election in the Falklands.

1614: Election Manifesto of Andrea Clausen (04/11/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.11.2009

I grew up in camp at Goose Green and on Sea Lion Island.

1615: St Helena Names Election Candidates - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 02.11.2009

Returning Officer, Gillian Francis, announced the names of the 25 candidates who are standing for election. The candidates are as follows:

1616: 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.

1617: Falklands Receive Communications Report - Falklands (Business News) - 02.11.2009

The Report is not expected to be made public soon.

1618: All Set for Stanley Cricket Association - Falklands (Heritage) - 02.11.2009

The new Cricket Season will begin in November, thought the forst games have not been scheduled.

1619: St Helena EXCO Report 38 – 27th October 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 02.11.2009

With the General Election now only just over a week away, this was the last Executive Council of the present Council.

1620: Building Human Rights Capacity in the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Education) - 02.11.2009

The Human Rights Capacity Building Project for the UK Overseas Territories is proposing a schedule for human rights awareness training in the week beginning 30 November. It is proposed that the training would take place after similar classes in Ascension so their sessions would be completed before the first week of December.

1621: Breast Cancer Screening Team to Visit Falklands in March 2010 - Falklands (Health) - 02.11.2009

The first trial visit by the Breast Cancer Screening Team from Clinica Alamada will be taking place around March 2010.

1622: Saints and Sailors Ex Opens at Christ Church Cathedral - Falklands (Heritage) - 02.11.2009

An exhibition called “Saints and Sailors Faith and Courage in the South Atlantic” has opened in Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday, 01 November 2009. A special showing took place at 1600hrs on Saturday, 31 October. Photo J. Brock (FINN) - photo of a drawing from the records of the voyage of HMS Beagle

1623: The Election Manifesto of Jan Cheek (28/10/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.10.2009

Jan Cheek tells us why she wants to be elected to Falklands' Assembly.

1624: The Election Manifesto of Richard Stevens (28/10/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.10.2009

Richard Stevens puts his points forward in the Falklands Election 2009.

1625: The Election Manifesto of John Birmingham (28/10/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.10.2009

John Birmingham explains why he wants to be elected to Falklands' Assembly.

1626: Up to the Hub of Utopia – Climbing Tristan da Cunha's Queen Mary's Peak - Tristan (Environment) - 26.10.2009

In 1516 Thomas Morus published his “Utopia”, the design of an ideal community. Vulnerable as he sensed it to be, he placed it on an imaginary island. Photos (c) Wolfgang Schaub

1627: Falklands’ election manifestos - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.10.2009

Election manifestos not received electronically are put into PDF format and posted on http://www.falklandnews.com.

1628: Manifesto of Norman Clark - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.10.2009

Norman Clark tells it like it is. Photos (c) Norman Clark

1629: 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.

1630: The Election Manifesto of Bill Luxton - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 22.10.2009

You may wonder why I have decided to throw my hat into the election ring again after eight years out of it - and not getting any younger.

1631: Satellite Account is a Falklands' First - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 22.10.2009

The Falklands’ first ‘Tourism Satellite Account’ (TSA), a United Nations endorsed international standard for measuring the true economic impact of tourism, has been launched by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board.

1632: The Election Manifesto of Sharon Halford - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2009

Candidates for the November election have their say about matters relevant in the Falklands

1633: The Election Manifesto of Jaqueline Cotter - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2009

Jaqueline Cotter speaks about relevant Falklands issues.

1634: The Election Manifesto of Gavin Short - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2009

Gavin Short tells us his views about relevant matters in the Falklands

1635: The Election Manifesto of Dick Sawle - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2009

Dick Sawle tells us why he wants to be elected to Legislative Assembly

1636: Minister Congratulates All on Successful Next of Kin Visits - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.10.2009

The Minister responsible for the Falklands has congratulated all who were involved in organising the NOK visits on 03 and 10 October. Photo: J. Brock - Submitted by kind permission of Fr Peter Norris

1637: Eighteen Stand for Falklands' Elections - Falklands (Legal) - 16.10.2009

Eighteen people have put theiir names forward for elections to Legislative Assembly in Falklands’ Stanley and Camp Constituencies.

1638: Falklands Penguin Egging Licences Issued - Falklands (Environment) - 16.10.2009

Four Penguin Egging Licences have been issued by the Falkland Islands Government for the 2009 season.

1639: Four Years of St Helena Council Celebrated - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 16.10.2009

I felt that it would be wholly appropriate to come together this evening to celebrate the four years' of this Council. In doing that, I will try to summarise the major achievements of this administration.

1640: 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.

1641: TEAM TRANQUIL RAISES APPROXIMATELY £3,500.00 - Falklands (Health) - 16.10.2009

A successful Supper Dance was held at the FIDF Hall on Saturday, 10 October 2009 in aid of Team Tranquil. October 10th is mental Health day and as promised the listening and support service was launched on the day as well.

1642: St Helena EXCO REPORT 37 – 13th October 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 16.10.2009

This Executive Council had some fairly weighty issues to deal with in spite of the proximity of the forthcoming election. Of the ten items, nine were closed to the public and I can almost hear the response that such a division hardly looks as though we enjoy “Open Government”.

1643: Falklands are "Go" for Demining - Falklands (Environment) - 13.10.2009

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) ihas announced that BACTEC International Limited has been chosen to carry out the Falkland Islands de-mining project.

1644: 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.

1645: 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.

1646: Meaningful and Dignified Next of Kin Visit to the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.10.2009

President Christina Fernandez de Kirchner, this time in Buenos Aires, wished the 183 people on pilgrimage to Darwin Cemetery in the Falklands well before they set off for their journey.

1647: 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.

1648: 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.

1649: APPARENT LEAKED DOCUMENT LEADS TO ARREST OF ST HELENA NEWSPAPERMAN - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 08.10.2009

In a justified operation the St Helena Police have done what is comparable to going after a fly with a 0.22 rifle.

1650: SOMBRE NEXT OF KIN VISIT HELD AT DARWIN CERETERY - Falklands (Heritage) - 04.10.2009

One hundred and seventy Argentine Next of Kin landed at Mount Pleasant complex after being seen off at Rio Gallegos by President Christina Fernandez de Kirchner. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1651: St Helena Register to be Updated for 2009 General Elections - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.10.2009

Returning Officer, Gillian Francis, said that there were no objections from the public and all of the applicants have now been informed that their names will be on the 2009 Register of Electors.

1652: 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.

1653: FIRS Goes One to One with John Barton - Falklands (Fisheries) - 04.10.2009

Stascey Bragger asks the important questions about the state of Falklands' fisheries.

1654: FALKLANDS ARE “GO“FOR ORGANIC FARMING - Falklands (Agriculture) - 04.10.2009

Dr Andrew Monk, Biological Farmers of Australia Director and Standards Committee Convenor, is visiting the Falklands to help farmers to bring their products up to organic standard.

1655: St Helena EXCO Report for 29 September 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 04.10.2009

We began this Executive Council by reviewing the undertakings given and resolutions made at the last Legislative Council meeting held on 24th August. Hon. Members were satisfied that action had been taken or was in progress on the two undertakings and five resolutions.

1656: Could a tight rig market delay Falklands drilling programme in 2010? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.09.2009

A buzz word – rig - permeates the Falklands exploration industry but it would be a tight rig market that could postpone Falklands exploratory drilling in the South and East Falkland Basins.

1657: Ascension Island Council Meeting 08/09/09 - Ascension (Legal) - 28.09.2009

The Island Council met on Tuesday September 8th at 0930 in the Council Chamber. The Governor, who was back on Ascension on his way back to St Helena, was present.

1658: 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.

1659: Legislative Assembly Friday, 18 September 2009 Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.09.2009

A meeting of Legislative Assembly – the last for this session’s Legislative Assembly – took place on Friday, 18 September 2009 at 1030hrs.

1660: Legislative Assembly 09/18/09 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.09.2009

We continue with the legislation passed in the Assembly on 18 September.

1661: Legislative Assembly Meeting Friday, 18 September 2009 Part 3 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.09.2009

Motion for Adjournment Speeches

1662: Legislative Assembly Meeting Friday 18 September 2009 Part 4 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.09.2009

The final part of Legislative Assembly for this session.

1663: 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.

1664: Governor Gurr Announces Date for 2009 General Election - St Helena (Legal) - 27.09.2009

St Helena is due to go to the polls on Wednesday 4 November 2009 to elect a new Legislative Council.

1665: Director of Mineral Resources August/September Report - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.09.2009

Desire Petroleum has announced that the company has signed a letter of intent with Diamond Offshore Drilling (UK) Ltd for the drilling unit the Ocean Guardian to undertake a drilling campaign in their acreage in the North Falkland Basin.

1666: St Helena Executive Council and Committees Continue with Meetings - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 27.09.2009

Legislative Council was dissolved on 11 September and Polling Day has been set for 4 November 2009. This makes way for the election of a new Legislative Council for St Helena and its people.

1667: Economic Impact Analysis of FIMCo - Falklands (Agriculture) - 27.09.2009

This review consists of two stages: (a) an economic impact analysis, and (b) a business case analysis (turnaround modelling).

1668: 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.

1669: Giselle Richards Qualifies with Masters Degree - St Helena (Education) - 27.09.2009

Giselle Richards has qualified with a Masters Degree in Educational Improvement, Development and Change. Giselle graduated with Merit and passed all modules in her course.

1670: Successful Falklands Craft Fair Well Attended - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.09.2009

The annual Falkland Craft Fair has completed in Stanley with an increasing number of high-quality entrants.

1671: Summary of Executive Council Meeting 17th September 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 23.09.2009

The first paper Members considered at this month’s meeting of Executive Council was a report from the Vulnerable Peoples Scoping Group.

1672: 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.

1673: 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.

1674: 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.

1675: South Georgia toothfish recertified with flying colours - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 18.09.2009

Following its five-yearly Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) re-assessment, the South Georgia toothfish fishery has been re-certified as a sustainable and well-managed fishery. Originally certified in 2004, the fishery received an average score of 93 % in its reassessment, making it the third highest scoring of the 52 current MSC certified fisheries.

1676: Governor Gurr Announces Date for 2009 General Election - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 18.09.2009

St Helena is due to go to the polls on Wednesday 4 November 2009 to elect a new Legislative Council.

1677: St Helena EXCO REPORT 35 – 15th September 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 18.09.2009

Today’s Exco had only one substantive item on the agenda and that was my report to Executive Councillors following my recent visit to the UK. However in view of my absence it also provided a forum for Councillors to bring me up to date on what is happening here; so we had a very useful two-way discussion on a number of topics.

1678: Last AAC Meeting for Phyl Rendell - Falklands (Agriculture) - 18.09.2009

Phyl Rendell has chaired her last Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting that took place on Wednesday, 09 September 2009.

1679: Hydatids Disease - The Way Forward - Falklands (Agriculture) - 18.09.2009

Proposal to carry out faeces sampling of all farm dogs in the Falkland Islands and subject them to the copro – ELISA and copro – PCR tests for hydatid infection.

1680: The First World Summit on Fishing Sustainability Used for Childish Protest - Falklands (Fisheries) - 16.09.2009

According to Cllr Mike Summers, who spoke to the media at 1600hrs LMT on Wednesday, 16 September 2009, Cllr Richard Cockwell and Chief Fisheries Scientist Sasha Arkhipkin, who are attending the First World Summit on Fishing Sustainability is taking place in Baiona, Pontevedra in Spain, have been blocked from participating on day two of the event.

1681: 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.

1682: South Georgia Expected Visitor Numbers Dip During the Recession - S.Georgia (Tourism/Travel) - 12.09.2009

Early indications are that 63 tour ships are due to visit South Georgia in the coming season, seven visits down on last season.

1683: South Georgia Fishing and Shipping News - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 12.09.2009

Ten long-liners were fishing for tooth-fish at the beginning of the month. The tooth-fish season closed at midnight on August 31st.

1684: Sheep Welfare Issues in the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Agriculture) - 12.09.2009

Steve Pointing concludes his article on sheep welfare issues in the Falkland Islands

1685: Falklands Mark Lord Buxton's Passing - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.09.2009

The photo shows his arrival on one of the first flights to land at Mount Pleasant on 12 May 1985. Sir Rex Hunt greeted the Secretary of State for Defence, Mr Michael Heseltine. Lord Buxton is seen on the steps and is located 4th from the bottom. Photo © Crown Copyright – Photo Section Mount Pleasant

1686: SHG Launches Training Programme in Management - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 05.09.2009

The St Helena Government launched its Management Development Programme on 26 August 2009. This forms part of public service modernisation which is all about improving performance and efficiency in SHG.

1687: St Helena Celebrates Success within the Media - St Helena (Education) - 05.09.2009

The St Helena News Media Services is pleased to advise that our Editor Miss Kerisha Stevens has obtained a Distinction in Journalism and News-writing.

1688: St Helena's New Elections Law - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 05.09.2009

The Elections Bill was approved at Legislative Council on 24 August and the new law will take effect from 1 September 2009.

1689: St Helena in Focus (28.08.09) - St Helena (Business News) - 05.09.2009

Gyril Gunnell updates us on how SHG is functioning.

1690: 22 Honoured at Government House Presentation - Falklands (Education) - 05.09.2009

A vocational presentation evening was held at Government House on Tuesday, 01 September 2009, where a group of 5 young apprentices, 12 15 to 25 year olds and 5 adults received Key Skills, IVQ and NVQ certificates.

1691: All Set For the Falkland Craft Fair - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.09.2009

The annual Falkland Craft Fair will be held at the Community School on the weekend of 12 and 13 September 2009.

1692: St Helena EXCO REPORT 38: 1ST SEPTEMBER 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 05.09.2009

This morning’s meeting of the Executive Council dealt with the usual wide range of issues. The first item on the agenda, introduced by the Acting Chief Secretary, concerned the renewal of the contracts for Public Transport Operators, following a study by the Government Economist and discussions by elected members of the Legislative Council.

1693: StHelena's New Constitution in Force - St Helena (Legal) - 05.09.2009

1 September 2009 was an historic day for St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha since the new Constitution came into force. This follows many months of discussion and a number of public consultation meetings.

1694: 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.

1695: 93 Countries say "NO" to IUU Fishing - Falklands (Fisheries) - 02.09.2009

The UN Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) announced today that 93 countries have agreed to the final text of a United Nations-brokered treaty aimed at combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

1696: Falklands' New Governor Named - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 01.09.2009

Government House has announced that Mr Nigel Haywood CVO has been appointed Governor of the Falkland Islands and Commissioner of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands in succession to Mr Alan Huckle.

1697: Argentine NOK Scoping Visit in Progress - Falklands (Heritage) - 29.08.2009

A scoping visit from the Argentine Families Commission has been taking place in the Falklands. During the visit there has been group visits to Darwin Cemetery as well as the British Cemetery at San Carlos. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Top Left to Right, Tomas Pico, Nestor Gustavo Aguirrre, Paul Martinez, Hector Cisneros Bottom Left to Right, Leandro de la Colina, Jorge Francisco Racca and Carlos Daniel Salazar.

1698: 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.

1699: Argentine Families' Commission in Falklands Scoping Visit - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.08.2009

Government House in the Falklands has announced that Members of the Argentine Families' Commission arrived in the Falkland Islands on 26 August to carry out a scoping visit in preparation for the main Next of Kin visits on 3 and 10 October 2009.

1700: 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.

1701: 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;

1702: M/V KELSO Has a New Name - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 27.08.2009

According to St Helena’s Chief Police Officer, Royce Hipgrave, The M/V Kelso sailed to St Helena on 10 August but by the time she reached that Island her name had changed to M/Y Titanic.

1703: Falklands Public Meeting Report (24 August 2009) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.08.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 24 August 2009. Chairing

1704: 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.

1705: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 20th August 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.08.2009

This month’s meeting of Executive Council commenced with the consideration of a number of legislative matters.

1706: Jamestown's Trees Assessed - St Helena (Agriculture) - 27.08.2009

As part of its responsibility to assess and avert potential danger from trees, ANRD has been assessing the condition of various trees in Jamestown in liaison with the Legal Lands and Planning Department.

1707: 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.

1708: Falklands Councillors Expres Disquiet After Regular Passengers Bumped off Argentine NOK Flights - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.08.2009

On Sunday, 23 August 2009 several people told FINN that they had been bumped off LAN flights due to take place on 03 and 10 October 2009 – the timing of Argentine Next of Kin flights to the Falklands.

1709: Police Committee Meeting Report (090814) - Falklands (Legal) - 22.08.2009

A meeting of the Police Committee took place at Government House at 1430hrs on Friday, 14 August 2009.

1710: 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.

1711: Falkland Islands Tourist Board launch marketing campaign in the UK - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 22.08.2009

Jake Downing tells us that the Falkland Islands Tourist Board has launched an innovative marketing campaign in the UK this week, to help protect the islands from the impact of the economic recession.

1712: St Helena ExCo Report 37: 18th August 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.08.2009

Much of today’s ExCo meeting was concerned with the detailed arrangements for bringing into effect our new Constitution, as well as for the forthcoming elections to the Legislative Council.

1713: RAF Brize Norton Begins Testing for Swine Flu - S.Atlantic (Tourism/Travel) - 22.08.2009

It has become mandatory for all passengers arriving at RAF Brize Norton Passenger Terminal for check-in to automatically have their temperature tested as a preventative measure for Swine Flu, this includes all civilian passengers travelling southbound to Ascension Island and the Falkland Islands. This new procedure is necessary in order to protect MOD operational capability,

1714: New Website for Falklands Philatelic Bureau - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.08.2009

The Falkland Islands Philatelic Bureau has announced their new website. “We're so impressed with it and have told our friends,” says the website.

1715: New St Helena Government Website - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.08.2009

The St Helena Government has launched a new website at www.sainthelena.gov.sh

1716: Argentine Next of Kin Visit Set for October - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.08.2009

FIRS' Stacey Bragger updates us on the Argentine Next of Kin visit to the Falklands

1717: 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.

1718: 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

1719: 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.

1720: 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:

1721: St Helena: Education Department Away Day - St Helena (Education) - 16.08.2009

The Education Department held its away day at Prince Andrew School, yesterday 10 August. The event was opened by Lilla Oliver, Chief Education Officer who welcomed everyone in attendance and gave an overview of the day.

1722: 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

1723: Injured Fisherman Rescued at Sea by Military Aircraft - Falklands (Fisheries) - 16.08.2009

A fisherman who sustained a head injury whilst at sea today was airlifted to safety by a military search and rescue team.

1724: 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.

1725: Members of 2 Para Complete TAB to Stanley - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.08.2009

Recreating the 1982 tab, members of 2 Para entered Stanley on Thursday afternoon. Braving weather that had been kind and sometimes unkind, the men braved the conditions and completed the task that colleagues did during Operation Corporate.

1726: 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.

1727: 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.

1728: Sheep Welfare Issues in the Falkland Islands (Part 1) - Falklands (Agriculture) - 09.08.2009

During the recent Farmers' Week presentations in the Town Hall I gave a talk on welfare issues with regard to the rearing of sheep in the Falkland Islands. rticle (c) Wool Press

1729: Fuel Spill at Mare Harbour - Falklands (Environment) - 09.08.2009

A spill of aviation fuel-water sullage occurred in the vicinity of Mare Harbour in the early hours of the 4th August.

1730: Falklands - The Infant/Junior School Has Talent - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.08.2009

Playing to a packed house on both nights, the students showed their expertise in singing, dancing and playing musical instruments. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The players and poets of the Infant Junior School

1731: 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.

1732: 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:

1733: 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

1734: St Helena ExCo Report 36: 4th August 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.08.2009

We had a constructive meeting of the Executive Council this morning, with a typically varied agenda.

1735: The Strategic SHG - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.08.2009

All Government departments are preparing their plans for the next three years. This exercise is not new to SHG but this year, things are somewhat different. Departments have adopted and are working to a new, strategic approach to planning what they do. This should allow St Helena to provide better plans and budget requests and to secure the money needed to maintain and develop crucial services for the Island.

1736: 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

1737: Cruise tourism brings £4.2 million to the Falkland Islands economy - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 31.07.2009

Results released today by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board reveal that cruise tourism brought almost £4.2 million revenue into the Falklands in the 2008-9 season. This figure includes spend on tours, shopping, food and beverage, as well as over £1.3 million in the form of government taxes and levies.

1738: St Helena Closure of Guinea Grass Outpatient Clinic - St Helena (Health) - 31.07.2009

The Public Health and Social Services Department wishes to advise that the Guinea Grass outpatient clinic will cease to operate from 31 August 2009.

1739: 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.

1740: New Role for Alex Saunders - Falklands (Heritage) - 29.07.2009

Alex Sanders was ordained deacon at a moving service in the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary in Chester on Sunday July 6th. Photos: Donated by The Rev Kathy Biles

1741: Sorting out the Falklands Moths - S.Atlantic (Education) - 29.07.2009

The Falkland Islands don’t have a lot of moths – it’s generally too windy; but what they have are really interesting.

1742: Summary of Falklands Executive Council Meeting 23rd July 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.07.2009

The agenda for this month’s meeting of Executive Council was considerably lighter than that of previous months. The agenda for this month’s meeting of Executive Council was considerably lighter than that of previous months.

1743: Administrator's Report on Ascension Island Council Meeting - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 29.07.2009

The Ascension Island Council held a formal meeting on Tuesday 14 July 2009. His Excellency the Governor, visiting Ascension for two days en route to the UK, was present. All members were present with the exception of Councillor Poultney who is off island. Councillor Peters joined the meeting by video link.

1744: 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).

1745: Legislative Assembly 24/07/09 Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.07.2009

JR: Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, there are just a few words about my own portfolio starting off with health.

1746: Falklands LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 24/07/2009 Part 3 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.07.2009

Motion for Adjournment Speeches RC: Mr Speaker, Honourable Members, it’s with mixed feelings that I rise for the last time in this Assembly, as I will be away on Assembly business when we meet for the last time before the election.

1747: 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,

1748: Tristan Government taking Precautions for Swine Flu - Tristan (Health) - 22.07.2009

Given the concern of some members of the community at the news from UK about Swine Flu, the Administrator Mr David Morley has issued a public notice, letting the community know what precautions are being put in place.

1749: St Helena - ExCo Report 35: 21st July 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 22.07.2009

Andrew Wells, the Acting Governor of St Helena, updates us on the latest Executive Council activity.

1750: St Helena - Visit of Crown Counsel for Ascension - St Helena (Legal) - 22.07.2009

The Attorney General, Ken Baddon, announced today that Crown Counsel for Ascension, Gabrielle McAvock, will make a business visit to St. Helena from 9 August to 6 September, 2009.

1751: St Helena - Andrew Wells Sworn in as Acting Governor - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.07.2009

Chief Secretary Andrew Wells was sworn in as Acting Governor for St Helena and its Dependencies. This is the second time Mr Wells has served as Acting Governor since his arrival in late 2008.

1752: Falklands Public Meeting Report 07/21/09 - Falklands (Education) - 22.07.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and council Chamber of the Town at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 21 July 2009. Present were Councillors Stevens, Cockwell, Hansen, Clausen, Robertson and Summers (Chair).

1753: Falklands Pray for HM Armed Forces in Afghanistan and Iraq - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.07.2009

Padre Andrew Wakeham-Dawson, Congregational Leader Jackie Earnshaw and the Rev Dr Richard Hines before participating in a prayer service for Renewal and Support for Members of HM Armed Forces. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1754: New Fish Factory Opened on Tristan - Tristan (Fisheries) - 20.07.2009

The Opening of Tristan’s new Fishing Factory seventeen months after being destroyed by fire. Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times) New Factory: Charl Project Manger of Apple Group: Left to Right - Charl Moolman (Project Manager) Eric Mackenzie and Alice Glass

1755: South Georgia 2009 - 20th Annual General IAATO Meeting, June 2009 - Br.Ant.Territory (Tourism/Travel) - 17.07.2009

Richard McKee of the Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands says that yet again the number of vessels visiting South Georgia increased last season with a total of 70 cruise ship and 25 yachts visits carrying 7,800 passengers. This is a 120% increase in passenger numbers over the last 5 years.

1756: Falklands Mineral Resources Committee Report (16/07/09) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.07.2009

A meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee took place in the conference room of the Mineral Resources Department on Ross Road at 1330hrs on Thursday, 16 July 2009. Present were Mrs Phyl Rendell, Director of Mineral Resources, Mr David Pickup, Attorney General, Mr Keith Padgett, Director of Finances, Mr Anthony Payne, Environmental Planning Officer, Mrs Pippa Christie, Department of Mineral Resources, Cllr Ian Hansen, Chair and Cllr Mike Rendell (Substituting for Cllr Mike Summers) and Mrs Katrina Stephenson (Minutes). Photo (c) Department of Mineral Resources

1757: Demining Officials Visit the Falklands - Falklands (Environment) - 15.07.2009

Officials from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office as well as representatives from demining companies have visited the Falklands to sit in on the Planning and Building Committee meeting held on Friday, 03 July 2009

1758: PAUL EVANS – A FOCUS ON TRAINING LOCAL PASTORS - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.07.2009

Rev Paul Evans normally has his ministry in Zimbabwe but is presently in the Falklands for a few months to preach and teach at the Tabernacle Free Church in Stanley. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) the Rev Paul Evans

1759: 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.

1760: Islanders Querry - Who's Ahead after 10 Years of the Agreement? - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.07.2009

It has been 10 years since the July 14th Agreement with Argentina that allowed LAN flights to continue flying to the Falklands. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) The strength of feeling about an agreement with Argentina in 1 999 was evident with two demonstrations. One was held on 11 July and the other when the first group of Argentines left at the end of August. In this photo Glenda and Ben Watson show their displeasure about the Agreement.

1761: UKOTs IMPORTANT FOR ALBATROSS AND PETRELS SAYS ACAP CO-ORDINATOR - Tristan (Environment) - 14.07.2009

Anton Wolfaardt is the ACAP coordinator for the UK South Atlantic OTs, based in the Falkland Islands, but working on behalf of the UKOTs of the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and SSI, British Antarctic Territory and Tristan da Cunha, as well as for the UK government. Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

1762: St Helena - Che Yon Qualifies as Pilot - St Helena (Education) - 10.07.2009

St Helenian Scholar, Che Yon, has graduated as a qualified pilot from the Cabair Flight Training School in the UK.

1763: St Helena - EXCO REPORT 34 – 7th July 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 10.07.2009

Today’s EXCO proved to be quite prolonged and the whole agenda consisted of items closed to the public.

1764: NEW CONSTITUTION FOR ST HELENA, ASCENSION AND TRISTAN DA CUNHA - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 10.07.2009

Foreign Office Minister, Chris Bryant, today welcomed the new St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Constitution Order 2009.

1765: Anglican Rector welcomes Bishop Stephen Venner’s continuing role for the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.07.2009

The Anglican Rector of the Falkland Islands, Dr Richard Hines has welcomed today’s announcement from Lambeth Palace UK that Bishop Stephen Venner is to continue as Anglican Bishop for the Falkland Islands.

1766: New Bishop to the Forces - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.07.2009

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has announced the appointment of the Rt Revd Dr Stephen Venner as Bishop to the Forces.

1767: Planning and Building Committee Report (26/06/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.07.2009

Graham France updates us on what happened during this vital committee meeting.

1768: Ship- born Virus Attack - Are the Falklands Prepared? - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 07.07.2009

A cruise ship familiar to Falklands’ waters, the M/S Marco Polo, has been quarantined due to an outbreak of norovirus – a nasty stomach bug that causes severe vomiting.

1769: Hydrocarbons Daily Record 03 to 06 July 2009 - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 06.07.2009

A daily run down of regional hydrocarbons news focused on the Falklands.

1770: 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.

1771: In Sung 22 sinks on route to Montevideo - All (Fisheries) - 03.07.2009

On Monday June 29th GSGSSI received notification that the fishing vessel In Sung 22 had sunk on Saturday June 27th at position 50° 57.4’ S, 37° 42.7’ W. The location was approximately 180 miles north of South Georgia over deep-water (> 4000 m).

1772: YOUTH MISSING FROM CUSTODY FOUND SAFE AND WELL - Falklands (Legal) - 03.07.2009

A youth that escaped custody earlier today, has been found safe and well. The Royal Falkland Islands Police issued an all points bulletin concerning the youth, who previously escaped police custody at approximately 1410hrs on Thursday, 02 July 2009.

1773: 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.

1774: HYDROCARBONS DAILY RECORD WEDNESDAY, 01 JULY 2009 - S.Atlantic (Business News) - 02.07.2009

We resume the daily record on a temporary basis.

1775: Summary of Executive Council (25 June 2009) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 01.07.2009

Executive Council has taken the decision to close Stanley Dairy

1776: Mid Winter Swim Attracts 350 - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2009

A day early but not lacking in chill, the Annual Mid Winter Swim was held at Surf Bay. Approximately 350 polar bathers took part in the swim with descriptions of the water ranging from numbing to exhilarating.

1777: 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.

1778: 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.

1779: 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.

1780: NEW ROLE FOR FORMER FALKLANDS CHIEF EXEC - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2009

Michael Blanch, a former Falklands Chief Executive, will be ordained a curate during a service at Ripon Cathedral on Sunday, 28 June 2009. He will serve as a curate in the Yorkshire Dales - Askrigg united with Stallingbusk.

1781: Preliminary List of Electors 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 01.07.2009

Last Opportunity to lodge Corrections and Objections

1782: Armed Forces Day Marked in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2009

Dry run – Geoffrey Stevens tries out the flag prior to the ceremony on Tuesday. Photo (c) Paul Martinez

1783: FLY-AWAY RAFFLE DRAWN IN STANLEY - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2009

At the weekend, the Guide Association held their annual flyaway and bumper raffle.

1784: 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.

1785: Falkland Islands Tourist Board carry out improvements to public jetty - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 01.07.2009

Stanley residents may have noticed work being carried out on the Public Jetty this month.

1786: 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.

1787: Mid Winter Fayre nets £2,413 - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2009

Christ Church Cathedral held a Mid Winter Fayre in aid or Church maintenance funds.

1788: Antarctic Band Remembers Michael Jackson - Br.Ant.Territory (Heritage) - 26.06.2009

Tony from Antarctica had his say but it's got us guessing about what British Antarctic Survey Base he's on. Photo (c) British Antarctic Survey

1789: 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.

1790: C-24 Passes Resolution for Falklands Talks - Falklands (Legal) - 19.06.2009

The official result of the C-24 debate regarding the Falklands is that there was a unanimous approval for sovereignty talks. Please see attached UN Document

1791: No Injuries in Insung 22 Fire - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 18.06.2009

A long-line vessel, Insung 22, licensed to fish in South Georgia waters has sustained a fire on Tuesday, 16 June 2009 at lunchtime and the Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) was notified at approximately 1400hrs LMT.

1792: Falklands are GO for the Island Games - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.06.2009

The team going to the Island Games were given a reception at Government House on Friday evening. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Members of the Falklands Team to the Island Games.

1793: Falklands Busk Raises £218 for Musequality - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.06.2009

Thanks to students from the Falkland Islands Community School, the Dog Handling Section at MPC, Police Chief Paul Elliott and the Band of the Royal Logistical Corps, the grand total of £218.00 was raised in aid of Musequality, a UK-based charity, funds communal music projects for some of the poorest children in the developing world. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - Falklands' Buskers earning money for a music charity.

1794: Young Falklands' Drivers Face Off Road Challenge - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.06.2009

Last week saw service personnel taking to the roads in their Landrovers and demonstrating some excellent driving at Mount Pleasant Complex (MPC) during a “Young Drivers’ Challenge”. The competition aimed to practice and enhance the driving skills of drivers in order to promote and improve road safety within the Falkland Islands especially those within the 17 – 25 year age group. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

1795: Falklands Police Chief Gives Urgent Advice about Road Safety - Falklands (Health) - 18.06.2009

According to the Royal Falkland Islands Police at 3.45pm Friday 12th June an accident occurred on Ross Road near to its junction with Villiers Street where Master Ashley Reeves aged 9 years, stepped off the footpath straight into the path of a RFIP Land Rover 90 being driven by Sgt Tom Whistler.

1796: Falklands to Celebrate Armed Forces Day - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.06.2009

Armed Forces Day in the Falklands will be celebrated by a flag raising ceremony to be held on Tuesday 23rd June at 15.30 at Government House.

1797: The Hon Janet Robertson's C-24 Speech - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 18.06.2009

Cllr Robertson addrresses the United Nations' C-24 Committee in New York

1798: the Hon Richard Stevens' C-24 Speech - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 18.06.2009

TheYork.Stevens addresses the United Nations' C-24 in New Hon Mr Richard

1799: St Helena - Derek Thomas, Chief of Police Emeritus - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 18.06.2009

Derek Thomas has taken early retirement after a career in policing which spans more than 30 years.

1800: St Helena - Elections Law - Time for a Change? - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 18.06.2009

The Elections Ordinance is the law that regulates how Councillors are elected. The last major review of this Ordinance took place over 30 years ago, though there have been some minor changes more recently. So, is it time to change?

1801: St Helena - New Chief of Police Arrives - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 18.06.2009

Royce Hipgrave has returned to St Helena to work as Chief of Police. He arrived on Sunday 14 June and has commenced work on a 6 month contract.

1802: St Helena - Commemorating Armed Forces Day - St Helena (Heritage) - 18.06.2009

St Helena has been invited to participate in the Armed Forces Day flag-raising ceremony entitled: Fly a Flag for Our Armed Forces. This is to take place on Monday 22 June 2009 in front of the Court House in Jamestown commencing at 10.15am.

1803: St Helena - Fish Landings on the increase - St Helena (Fisheries) - 18.06.2009

Fish landing weights appear to be on the increase. For the period 3rd to 10th June Argos received 13.2 tonnes of fish in total.

1804: St Helena - Shipping News - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 18.06.2009

On Monday night the Ukrainian Registered ROLL ON/ROLL OFF container ship the KAPITAN PASTUSHENKO (pronounced PAST-TU-SHENKO) passed the Island 32.9nm off at 22:36 hours making a speed of just 7.6 knots.

1805: St Helena Airport Consultation - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 18.06.2009

Rosemary Stevenson, who has been commissioned by DfID to lead the airport consultation process will visit the island from 14 - 22 June 2009.

1806: Fire on the fishing vessel In Sung 22 in South Georgia waters - Update - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 18.06.2009

Director of Fisheries for South Georgia, Martin Collins, updates us on what is happening with the insung 22 that caught fire on June 16th.

1807: Sunny Outcome for Falklands 27 - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2009

The 27th anniversary of liberation from Argentine occupation has been marked in Stanley. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle lays a wreath at the Liberation Monument on Sunday morning.

1808: Falklands - FIG Provide Sterling Service For Exercise Silver Teal - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 12.06.2009

FINN gives FIG sterling ratings for their participation in Exercise Silver Teal. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - A Search and Rescue Helicopter from 78 Squadron MPC

1809: Exercise Silver Teal Finished - Well Done to All! - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 12.06.2009

Full marks for a job well done during Exercise Silver Teal.

1810: Falklands Sea and marine Cadets Present CSAT with £1,000 Cheque - Falklands (Health) - 12.06.2009

We are that much closer to getting a fully funded breast cancer screening team to the Falklands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Andy Brownlee and Theresa Lang accepted the cheque from participants of the Yomp.

1811: Address by The Representative, Sukey Cameron MBE, at the Falkland Islands Government Annual Reception - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.06.2009

This has been a roller-coaster year for the global economy, so it might be appropriate for me to begin by asking “Do you want the good news or the bad news?”! Fortunately for the Falkland Islands, there is more good news than bad.

1812: Falklands' Students to Participate in World Busk - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.06.2009

According to Mrs Shirley Adams – Leach, MBE, the Students from the Falklands are going to participate in a World Busk on Sunday, 14 June 2009.

1813: Falklands - MPC versus HMS Manchester - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.06.2009

On Tuesday Mount Pleasant Complex (MPC) hosted a friendly rugby game against the crew of the departing HMS Manchester. The keenly contested game played in light, but chilly winds saw good camaraderie and game spirit by both sides. Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

1814: 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.

1815: St Helena Access Ramp Project - St Helena (Business News) - 07.06.2009

Funding has been approved for the St Helena Access Ramp Project.

1816: 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.

1817: Falklands - General Purposes Committee Report (27/05/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.06.2009

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 27 May 2009.

1818: Falklands - General Purposes Committee Report (27/05/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.06.2009

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 27 May 2009.

1819: St Helena EXCO REPORT 31 – 26th May 2009 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.06.2009

This was another fairly short agenda. Our first item was presented by the Chairman of the Education Committee, Councillor Benjamin. The issue before us was a bit unusual in that it is one of those decisions that is made under the Education Ordinance and is made through regulation by the Governor in Council.

1820: 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.

1821: Falklands - Mid Winter Swim Gets Closer - Falklands (Heritage) - 07.06.2009

According to a Military spokesman, it is that time of year again when normally sane and rational people in the Falkland Islands tear off their clothes and throw themselves into the South Atlantic in the name of a good cause!

1822: 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

1823: Goose Green Remembrance 27 years on - Falklands (Heritage) - 06.06.2009

On a fresh, but clear Friday morning the annual Remembrance Service took place to commemorate the anniversary of the day Argentine commanders at Goose Green agreed to surrender to British Forces Photo (c) Photo Section MPC

1824: 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

1825: Falklands - Summary of Executive Council Meeting 25th May 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2009

A number of papers considered at the May meeting of Executive Council were budget matters that were referred directly to the Legislative Assembly and the budget Select Committee. Such papers included the Draft Estimates and Finance Bill, a draft budget for FIMCo, as well as a review of the donations and subventions budget and proposals for increases to Registry and Immigration fees.

1826: Falklands - Land-based tourism worth £3.2 million Per Annum - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 03.06.2009

According to the Falkland Islands Tourist Board, overnight visitors spent an estimated £3.2 million in the Falkland Islands in 2008.

1827: Falklands -LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY MOTION OF THANKS SPEECHES (26/05/09) - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2009

Assembly Members thanked H. E. the Governor Mr Huckle for his Address to the Nation speech Commentary and transcription by J. Brock (FINN) for 100X Transcription Service

1828: Falklands - LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY 26/05/09 - Falklands (Business News) - 03.06.2009

Keith Padgett delivers his budget proposals

1829: 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.

1830: Falklands - Remaining Legislation and Motion for Adjournment Speeches - Falklands (Legal) - 03.06.2009

Commentary and Transcript by J. Brock (FINN) for 100X Transcription Service

1831: Governor's Address to the Opening Session of the Legislative Assembly: - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.05.2009

The long-awaited Next of Kin visit will take place via air.

1832: UK Embassy Confirms Argentine Next of Kin Visit - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.05.2009

In parallel with the Governor's address, the British Ambassador in Buenos Aires, Shan Morgan, made the following announcement at 10.30 (Falkland Islands time).

1833: Sally Heathman is May Queen 2009 - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.05.2009

Sally Heathman, resplendent in an aquamarine floor-length gown, has been crowned May Queen 2009 by H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle.

1834: Rockhopper Exploration Makes First Falklands Hydrocarbons Discovery - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.05.2009

As indicated at the EIA Assessment Presentation at the Chamber of Commerce by Dr Scott Mckelvie of RPS Energy, Rockhopper Exploration has now reclassified a previous exploration well, 14/5-1A, drilled by Shell in 1998, as a gas discovery resulting in a claim of the first discovery in the Falkland Islands.

1835: Falklands Public Health Scare Unfounded Says Chief Medical Officer - Falklands (Health) - 20.05.2009

Throughout the day phone calls to FINN indicated that a member of public had Swine Flu. Inquiries had been made by FINN and this was not confirmed.

1836: Falklands White Paper on Education Released - Falklands (Education) - 19.05.2009

A white paper on education has been released by the Education Department on Monday. The paper outlines several areas that were dealt with in the Green paper on Education that was sent out for comment earlier this year.

1837: Small growth in cruise tourism likely next year, despite economic downturn - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 19.05.2009

The affects of the current global economic downturn on cruise tourism is a subject being closely monitored by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board.

1838: Domestic Tourism worth over £1 million to the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 19.05.2009

New research published by the Falkland Islands Tourist Board this week puts an estimated value of £1,122,000 per year on domestic tourism.

1839: Gurkhas Build a bridge in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.05.2009

Always popular with Islanders, Gurkhas have built a bridge in the Falklands to help the community. Photo (c) Photographic Section MPC

1840: Chief of Joint Operations Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.05.2009

Last week, the newly appointed Chief of Joint Operations PJHQ (UK) Air Marshal Sir Stuart Peach KCB CBE arrived in the Falkland Islands to a packed schedule. Photo (C) Photo Section MPC

1841: Oil Operators Complete Their Falklands Visit - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.05.2009

Representatives from several oil exploration companies have spent a week in the Falklands presenting their Environmental Impact Assessment Reports as well as updating shareholders on progress towards exploratory drilling. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sam Moody, Managing Director of Desire Petroleum, Stephen Phipps, Director of Desire Petroleum and john Hogan, Chief Executive of Argos Resources at the Department of Mineral Resources.

1842: St Helena EXCO Report 12 May 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 16.05.2009

We began by looking at the summary of Undertakings Given and Resolutions Made at the Legislative Council that had been between 26th March and 1st April.

1843: Report on UKOT Workshop in London by Senior Fisheries Officer - St Helena (Fisheries) - 16.05.2009

By kind invitation of the Overseas Territories Directorate of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Gerald Benjamin, Senior Fisheries Officer within the Agricultural and Natural Resources Department attended a 2-day workshop in London to explore ways of enhancing assistance to Overseas Territories in realising their fisheries potential and obligations under the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).

1844: ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS IN THIS YEAR’S SHACKLETON AWARDS - Falklands (Education) - 15.05.2009

According to a press release from David Tatham, six scholars have been informed of their 2009 Shackleton scholarships. All applicants proposed to study environmental topics in the Falkland Islands.

1845: Public Meeting Report (05/06/09) Part 3 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2009

Part Three focuses on fiscal management.

1846: Public Meeting Report (05/06/09) Part 2 - Falklands (Business News) - 12.05.2009

We continue with the Island Plan Public Meeting.

1847: UK Submits Claims to Seabed in South Atlantic and Antarctic - Falklands (Geological Events) - 11.05.2009

On 11 May 2009, the UK has, for the fourth time, made a submission in respect of its extended continental shelf.

1848: FIRE SECTION AT MPC RAISE MONEY FOR MEMORIAL WOOD - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.05.2009

A cheque for £1275.00 and a commemorative plaque were handed over to Tim Miller of the Memorial Wood project at 1400 hrs on Friday afternoon. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sgt Sean Green of the Fire Section at MPC hands over a cheque for £1275.00 and a commemorative plaque to Tim Miller for use at the Memorial Wood.

1849: 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

1850: 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.

1851: Chief Education Officer Appointed - St Helena (Education) - 09.05.2009

Lilla Oliver has been appointed to the post of Chief Education Officer within the St Helena Government.

1852: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT (05/06/09) Part 1 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.05.2009

A public meeting on the draft island plan for 2009/14 was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall. Present were Councillors Cockwell (RC), Birmingham (JB), Robertson (JR), Stevens (RS), Summers (MS), Rendell (MR), Hansen (IH) and Clausen (AC).

1853: DESIRE PETROLEUM PRESENTS 2008 REPORT TO STANLEY SHAREHOLDERS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.05.2009

A shareholders’ meeting on behalf of Desire Petroleum was held at the Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, 05 May 2009. Stephen Phipps welcomed shareholders to the meeting and Ian Duncan presented the 2008 report. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Ian Duncan, Left and Stephen Phipps, Right presented 2008 results to shareholders.

1854: 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.

1855: ROCKHOPPER EXPLORATION PRESENT EIA FINDINGS - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.05.2009

A public meeting to present an environmental impact assessment by Rockhopper Exploration PLC took place at the Falkland Islands Chamber of Function Room at 1730hrs on Monday, 04 May 2009. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sam Moody, Mark Gillard, Scott McKelvie and Dave Brodecott at the chamber of Commerce on Monday

1856: RFIP Investigates Sudden Death - Falklands (Legal) - 05.05.2009

According to a press release from Police Chief Paul Elliott, the Royal Falkland Islands Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sudden death of Mr Melvyn Turner (aged 69years) of John Street Stanley.

1857: 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.

1858: Falklands Interim Director of Health Appointed - Falklands (Health) - 01.05.2009

The Chief Executive, Mr Tim Thorogood, has announced that Mr Derek Muhl has been appointed as Interim Director of Health.

1859: Falklands Executive Council Report (23/04/09) - Falklands (Legal) - 01.05.2009

This month’s meeting, like that in March, was relatively short in terms of items to report on as a number of papers dealt with funding matters which have now being referred to the Select Committee on the Budget.

1860: St Helena Exco Report No 29 - 28 April 2009 - St Helena (Legal) - 01.05.2009

There was only one substantive item on the agenda of today’s EXCO. We were looking once again at the issue of a revision to our Constitution.

1861: Swine Flu Guidelines Outlined by Chief Medical Officer - Falklands (Environment) - 28.04.2009

A basic set of guidelines has been set out for coping with the impending pandemic of swine flu by Falklands' Chief Medical Officer, Dr Roger Diggle

1862: General Purposes Committee Report (04/27/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.04.2009

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 22 April 2009. On Monday, 27 April 2009 Cllr Mike Summers briefed the media about what happened.

1863: SUNNY VENUE FOR QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY PARADE - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.04.2009

A parade to celebrate the birthday of Her Majesty the Queen was held at Victory Green on Tuesday. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) Photo (c

1864: TRAINING EXPRESS FULL OF TRAINING NEWS - Falklands (Education) - 25.04.2009

Issue 5 of the Training Express, a publication of the Training and Employment Centre on Airport Road .

1865: 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.

1866: Public Meeting Report (20/04/09) - Falklands (Health) - 22.04.2009

A public meeting was held in the court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Monday, 20 April 2009 at 1700hrs. Present were Cllrs Summers (Chair), Birmingham, Hansen, Clausen and Rendell. Also present were Keith Padgett, Financial Secretary, Mr Tim Thorogood, Chief Executive, Dr Roger Diggle, Chief Medical Officer and Sony Jose, FIG’s Financial Advisor.

1867: Clarence Roberts Appointed as JP - St Helena (Legal) - 21.04.2009

Governor Gurr has appointed Clarence Roberts to be a Justice of the Peace in and for the Island of St Helena.

1868: 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.

1869: 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.

1870: A week at Onion Range with 11 Platoon, Falkland Islands’ Roulement Infantry Company - Falklands (Environment) - 17.04.2009

11 Platoon G (TOBRUK) Company has been on Onion Range Camp conducting their first full week’s training since arriving in the Falklands. Onion Range is beautifully secluded allowing 11 Platoon to position their own camp and move unrestricted throughout the week, a freedom that is very rare when conducting Live Firing Tactical Training in the UK where space, freedom of movement and ammunition can be more restricted.

1871: Former Stanley Dairy Managers appear before Court in Western Australia - Falklands (Agriculture) - 17.04.2009

On Friday 3rd April 2009, the former managers of Stanley Dairy, Kevin and Leone Reynolds, appeared before a Fremantle Court in Western Australia charged with an offence of 'Bringing Stolen Goods into Western Australia'.

1872: Royal Artillery Conduct Live Firing - Falklands (Environment) - 17.04.2009

11 (Sphinx) Battery Royal Artillery has been conducting missile live firing near Port Harriet Farm. Exercise CASSIN FALCON is the Resident Rapier Battery’s bi-annual Missile Practice Camp (MPC) which is used to prove the equipments capability and provide continuation training to the soldiers of the Battery.

1873: HMS Manchester Conducts Capability Demonstration - Falklands (Environment) - 17.04.2009

HMS MANCHESTER conducted a maritime capability demonstration of her task unit’s diverse capabilities last Monday to local dignitaries and military personnel from the Army and the Royal Air Force.

1874: Copies of Perloined Map Given to Government House - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.04.2009

When Graham Caldwell left the Falklands in 1982 he took something with him. C) J. Brock (FINN)

1875: Memorial Service Marks 25thAnniversary of KEMH Fire - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.04.2009

A memorial service to mark the 25th anniversary of the KEMH fire was held in the Hospital garden on Friday, 10 April 2009.

1876: 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.

1877: The Continental Shelf and the UN process (08/04/2009) - Falklands (Environment) - 11.04.2009

Update on the UK Submissions for an Extended Continental Shelf under Article 76 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

1878: Falklands - Formal Reprimand for Chief Police Officer - Falklands (Legal) - 11.04.2009

A disciplinary enquiry in to the conduct of Superintendent Paul Elliott following the theft of cocaine from the Police station last year has ended.

1879: 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.

1880: St Helena - Governor sets for Government's budget - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.04.2009

St Helena has spent most of 2008/09, as it has spent the last seven or more years, preparing for the construction of an airport. Since December, the people of St Helena have been coming to terms with the news that the airport decision was on pause. Last week, we heard that a final decision has been put off until the end of the year.

1881: 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.

1882: HILL COVE ROOF REPAIR - Falklands (Heritage) - 04.04.2009

During their deployment to the Falkland Islands, 73 Armoured Engineer Squadron based in North Yorkshire, were presented with an opportunity to practice their roof repairing skills and assist the local community.

1883: Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award to Mr Zoran Zuvic - Falklands (Heritage) - 04.04.2009

HRH the Princess Royal presents the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award to Mr Zoran Zuvic. Right, Zoran Zuvic stands with Mr Daniel McGill who received a Chief Scout’s Gold Award and Julian Yon, who also received the Chief Scout’s Gold Award. Photos (C) Mario Zuvic (Photos (c) Mr Mario Zuvic

1884: Model of HMS Victory Presented to Stanley Museum - Falklands (Heritage) - 04.04.2009

Chief Engineer, Derek Forward of BAS hands over a model of HMS Victory made by Mr Bob Norton to Mrs Leona Roberts, Curator at the Stanley Museum on Friday afternoon. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1885: Ethel Yon OBE Retires from SHG - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.04.2009

Ethel Yon OBE, has retired from the St Helena Government after working in the Castle for just over 45 years.

1886: Illex Season Late This Year - Falklands (Fisheries) - 04.04.2009

There has been a late start to the current Illex season. Concern is also mounting at the prospects for licence revenue for the season. Director of Fisheries, John Barton (JB) reported on the latest on the Illex fishery.

1887: St Helena Executive Council Report for March 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.04.2009

Our first paper this morning was an Information Paper about how the police will be able to use a recording device when interviewing suspects.

1888: HMS Clyde Patrols South Georgia - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 30.03.2009

HMS CLYDE returned to East Cove Military Port today after completing her third patrol of South Georgia. The ship spent five days patrolling the island and renewing links with the government officials and British Antarctic Survey (BAS) scientists who live there. Photo (C) Media Ops MPC

1889: Princess Royal Begins Falklands Visit - Falklands (Heritage) - 25.03.2009

HRH the Princess Royal has completed day two of a three-day visit to the Falklands. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) - HRH and Mr Nick Barrett with Barbara Booth and Cllr Stevens.

1890: Summary of Executive Council Meeting 18th March 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 25.03.2009

This month’s meeting of Executive Council was relatively short in terms of items to report on as a number of papers dealt with funding matters which have now being referred to the Select Committee on the Budget.

1891: 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.

1892: 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

1893: General Purposes Committee Meeting Report (18/03/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.03.2009

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 18 March 2009. On Thursday, 19 March 2009 Cllr Mike Summers updated the media on what happened during this important committee meeting.

1894: 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

1895: 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.

1896: Falklands Public Meeting Report - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 18.03.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Monday, 16 March 2009 at 1700 hrs.

1897: MPA Based Winner for World's Most Southerly Marathon - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.03.2009

The Standard Chartered Stanley Marathon has taken place on Sunday, 15 March 2009. Fifty eight marathon runners – a new record for the event, as well as sixteen relay teams consisting of 64 runners brought the total number of participants to one hundred and twenty two.

1898: 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.

1899: 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.

1900: SOUTH ATLANTIC AIRBRIDGE: CHANGES UNDER THE NEW JOINT POLICY STATEMENT - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 15.03.2009

The MOD and FCO have recently agreed a new Joint Policy Statement (JPS) for the use of the Air-bridge between Brize Norton, Ascension Island and the Falkland Islands for Non-MoD passengers and freight.

1901: Whalebone Arch Undergoes a Face Lift - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.03.2009

Hugh Marsden and Steve Massem are in the process of sanding down the Whalebone Arch in preparation for some restorative work to the structure. The project is funded by the Museum and National Trust.

1902: Ram and Bull Sale to be Held at Saladero - Falklands (Agriculture) - 13.03.2009

The National Stud Flock Ram Sale and the National Beef Herd Bull Sale will be held at Saladero, Wednesday, 18 March 2009

1903: Argentine '82 Veteran Honoured at Darwin Cemetery - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.03.2009

The remains of 1st Lt. Jorge Casco were buried at Darwin cemetery on Saturday 7 March 2009 in the presence of family members who travelled to and from the Islands on a private civil aircraft.

1904: Falklands Legislative Assembly Meeting (27/02/09) - Falklands (Legal) - 05.03.2009

find out what happened at Falklands Legislative Assembly

1905: Falklands Executive Council Round-up (02/26/09) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.03.2009

Find out what happened during this vital committee meeting

1906: Brian Binley MP Responds to Argentine Critics - Falklands (Heritage) - 03.03.2009

Brian Binley MP has received several emails from upset Argentineans about his visit to the Falklands, please find below the response he has sent back to them:

1907: Bishop Stephen Announces Retirement Date - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.02.2009

The Rt Revd Dr Stephen Venner who has been Bishop of Dover and Bishop in Canterbury since 1999 has announced his intention to retire at the end of November this year.

1908: MBE PRESENTED TO SHIRLEY ADAMS-LEACH - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.02.2009

On Thursday, 26 march 2009 Mrs Shirley Adams-Leach received her MBE at Government House. Approximately 50 of her colleagues and friends attended the reception where H.E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle read the Royal Warrant and presented the MBE to Mrs Adams-Leach. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle presents the MBE to Mrs Adams-Leach

1909: DEMINING TEAM TO VISIT FALKLANDS - Falklands (Health) - 27.02.2009

A de-mining recognisance team will be travelling to the Falklands from 2-6 March.

1910: 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

1911: Hugh Marsden Wins Stanley Running Club Half Marathon - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.02.2009

The Stanley Running Club Half Marathon was completed shortly after noon on Sunday, 23 February 2009. Hugh Marsden, first man, clocked a time of 1 hour, 19 minutes and 31 seconds. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Hugh Marsden receives a first prize watercolour of the Cape Pembroke Lighthouse.

1912: Breast Cancer Screening Team Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Health) - 27.02.2009

On Saturday familiarisation visit being undertaken by a representative from the Clinica Alemana began with a meeting at the Chamber of Commerce Function Room with members of the Cancer Support and Awareness Trust.

1913: 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.

1914: SHOULD WE SELL OFF THE STANLEY DAIRY? - Falklands (Agriculture) - 27.02.2009

Negative publicity surrounding the funding of Stanley Dairy and the quiet departure of its former managers sparks many questions about future operations on the site.

1915: Keith Biles Elected Speaker of Falklands Assembly - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.02.2009

Keith Biles has been elected the new Speaker of the Falkland Islands Assembly. Anton Livermore has been elected Deputy Speaker.

1916: HRH THE PRINCESS ROYAL TO VISIT THE SOUTH ATLANTIC - Falklands (Heritage) - 26.02.2009

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal will be visiting the South Atlantic Islands of the Falklands and South Georgia from 23 March to 03 April 2009 at the invitation of the South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT).

1917: Happy 90th for Nanny Flo - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.02.2009

Several invited guests helped to celebrate the 90th birthday of Nanny Flo Fullerton during a tea party at Government House on Saturday, 31 January 2009. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1918: 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

1919: Home from Home Opened in Stanley - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.02.2009

On Thursday afternoon “Smoky” stood with Lt Col Tony Davies ,MBE, Russell Thompson, OBE, Royal British Legion Director of National Events and Fundraising and Anya Cofre, Lodge Manager in front of the Liberty Lodge Welcome Sign. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1920: 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.

1921: Third Falklands Visit for Bishop Venner - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.02.2009

Bishop Stephen Venner is visiting the Falklands on behalf of the Archbishop of Canterbury. This time he is accompanied by his wife, Mrs Judy Venner. The couple arrived on Monday, 16 February.

1922: Falklands Familiarisation Visit by Chilean Doctor - Falklands (Health) - 21.02.2009

Despite the disappointment of not having the breast cancer screening team in the Falklands this year, a familiarisation visit is being undertaken by a representative from the Clinica Alemana at the end of the month.

1923: 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.

1924: Falklands AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT FOR 16 FEBRUARY 2009 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 21.02.2009

A meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee took place in the Department of Agriculture library at 1400hrs on Monday, 16 February 2009.

1925: New CEO for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands - Br.Ant.Territory (Gen - Government) - 21.02.2009

The Government of South Georgia is delighted to announce that Dr Martin Collins has been appointed as the new Senior Executive Officer and Director of Fisheries in succession to Harriet Hall. Dr Collins will take up his appointment in May.

1926: St Helena Executive Council Report 17th February 2009 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 21.02.2009

You may remember that, in my Executive Council Report last week, I said that consideration of proposed increases to a number of fees and charges had been deferred to allow time for more information to be provided to Members. Today we therefore had a special meeting of the Council to discuss the proposals more fully.

1927: St Helena Rock-fall Protection Project - St Helena (Heritage) - 21.02.2009

The Project Manager, Bobby Essex, would like to compliment the supervisors and the local work force on the excellent progress made with the work so far on the Rock-fall Protection Project funded by FCO and DFID.

1928: St Helena - Possible Meningitis Reported - St Helena (Health) - 21.02.2009

A patient was admitted to the General Hospital on Friday, 13 February 2009 with possible Meningitis.

1929: Government House Gardens Open for Flowers, Veg and Liquid Sunshine - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 21.02.2009

Another superb Government House gardens open day was held between 1400 and 1600 on Saturday, 14 February 2009.

1930: 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.

1931: New Captain for HMS Clyde - Falklands (Fisheries) - 21.02.2009

On 11 February 2009, Lt Cdr Ian Clarke assumed command of HMS CLYDE from Lt Cdr Graham Lovatt at the ships base port of East Cove, Falkland Islands.

1932: St Helena Educates Public about MRSA - St Helena (Health) - 21.02.2009

The Public Health and Social Services Department has in the past issued press releases about MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) bacteria being present on the island.

1933: CLEARANCE OF LONG TERM CAR PARK AT RAF BRIZE NORTON - All (Environment) - 18.02.2009

Due to the ongoing infrastructure works associated with the redevelopment of RAF Brize Norton, there is a requirement to clear the current Long Term Car Park (LTCP) at the base.

1934: Falklands Workers' Shock as Dead Animals Discovered at Stanley Dairy - Falklands (Agriculture) - 13.02.2009

On Saturday 07 February 2009 The Falkland Islands News Network received several phone calls with reference dead animals found at the Stanley Dairy. Photos (c) - name withheld

1935: MPs St Helena Visit a Success - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 12.02.2009

The visit of three parliamentarians from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) UK Branch proved to be successful and useful for St Helena.

1936: 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.

1937: Record Day for Falkland Islands Tourism - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 11.02.2009

On Friday, 06 February 2009 the Falklands received a record number of visitors

1938: Falkland Islands - A Farewell to the QEII - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.02.2009

The Falklands have celebrated the life and work of the QEII with an issue of stamps.

1939: Planning and Building Committee Meeting (05.02.09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.02.2009

Graham France tells us what happened during this important committee meeting.

1940: Falklands EXCO Accepts Governmental Review - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.02.2009

The Review of Government presented by the Chief Executive in paper 233/08 has been broadly accepted by Executive Council

1941: St Helena EXCO Report (10.02.09) - St Helena (Legal) - 11.02.2009

Today’s meeting of ExCo started earlier than usual, at 8.30 am. This was to give Members an opportunity to take part in a teleconversation with Governor Gurr in London, before he started his daily round of key meetings.

1942: Falklands General Purposes Committee Report 020209 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 06.02.2009

Find out what happened during this vital committee meeting

1943: Falklands' Man Fined for Insider Trading - Falklands (Legal) - 04.02.2009

Falklands man Lewis Clifton has been fined for insider trading by the Financial Services Authority. (FSA). He has tendered his resignation as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Lewis Clifton inspecting wool at a recent farm tour

1944: Falklands Executive Council Report for January 2009 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.02.2009

The first three papers considered at the January meeting of Executive Council related to Fisheries matters and FIPASS. The first recommended that some amendments to the Fisheries (Conservation and Management) Ordinance 2005 and subsequent Fisheries (Aggregation Limits) Regulations 2005 be made.

1945: Speculation on Prince William's Falklands Posting Premature - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.02.2009

The Argentine press have picked up on speculative stories in the UK press about Prince William being stationed in the Falklands for three months upon completion of his training as an RAF Search and Rescue pilot.

1946: HMS Endurance Update - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.02.2009

Navy Command HQ took the decision on 16 January 2009 to return HMS ENDURANCE from the Falkland Islands to the UK and the current intention, subject to further assessment, is to repair her and return her to service.

1947: Refinery Strike - A Naive View - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 04.02.2009

A strike during these risky economic times seems to be an unfortunate mistake and yes, this could affect this serious situation even further.

1948: St Helena - Registration of Electors - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.02.2009

The registration period for the 2009 Register of Electors begins on 6 February and will end on Friday, 6 March 2009.

1949: Finance for One of Saint Helena’s Wonders - St Helena (Heritage) - 04.02.2009

The project, to produce a detailed assessment of High Knoll Fort, was recently given funding by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) Overseas Territories Programme Fund (OTPF).

1950: Jamestown Rockfall Protection Project Update - St Helena (Environment) - 04.02.2009

There have been further developments with regard to the Jamestown Rockfall Protection Project.

1951: Emmanuel Mensah Does NOT Need your Money - Falklands (Legal) - 02.02.2009

Anyone receiving a message like this needs to immediately consider it as fraud. I hope Emmanuel Mensah finds this out sooner rather than later.

1952: 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.

1953: Falklands Duty for Prince William - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.02.2009

The UK media have been carrying the story that Prince William will be coming to the Falklands in his first tour of duty after training as part of his RAF attachment as a search and rescue helicopter pilot. This has been picked up in the Argentine press. The facts are that, during a press facility given at RAF Shawbury about Prince William's SAR training, the point was made that, during his 3 year tour as an SAR pilot, one of the places to which he might be posted is the Falklands but he needs to complete his training first. The UK press seems to have converted the 'might' into 'will' and stated, without confirmation, that his first tour of duty would be the Falklands later this year. None of this is confirmed and MOD do not comment on individual postings. Alan Huckle Governor, Falklands

1954: TAMAR TO TAKE OVER FROM ST BRANDON AS MOD VESSEL SUPPORT - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 30.01.2009

On 17Sep08 the MOD issued a circular about expressions of interest for a new contract for an MOD Support Vessel in the Falklands.

1955: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT (27/01/09) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.01.2009

A public meeting was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 27 January 2009. Present were Cllrs Clausen, Birmingham, Cockwell, Hansen, Summers, Rendell, Robertson and Stevens.

1956: Logistics Help to Postpone Breast Cancer Screening - Falklands (Health) - 30.01.2009

a press release from the Cancer Support and Awareness Trust Mrs Theresa Lang said that it was with great disappointment that the charity had to inform everyone that due to unforeseen logistical and technical difficulties the planned Mammography Screening due to take place this February /March has had to be postponed.

1957: 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.

1958: St Helena - Andrew Wells Sworn in as Acting Governor - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 22.01.2009

For the first time, Andrew Wells was, on 21 January 2009, sworn in as Acting Governor and Commander in Chief of St Helena and its Dependencies.

1959: St Helena's Tracy Thomas Awarded Environmental Management Diploma - St Helena (Education) - 22.01.2009

Tracy Lee Thomas has been awarded an Environmental Management Diploma after studying, by distance learning, with Stonebridge Associated Colleges UK.

1960: St Helena Energy Manager Settles In - St Helena (Environment) - 22.01.2009

The St Helena Government has recruited an Energy Manager to work in the Public Works and Services Department on a two year contract.

1961: St Helena - John Thurlow Back on St Helena as AVES Manager - St Helena (Education) - 22.01.2009

John Thurlow has returned to St Helena once again to manage the Adult Vocational Education Service (AVES). John has previous experience in this role, having worked initially as AVES Adviser and then AVES Manager during 2007.

1962: St Helena - Planning for Rockfall Protection in Jamestown - St Helena (Environment) - 22.01.2009

With grateful thanks for the funding from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Department For International Development, plans are going ahead to carry out pilot, rockfall protection works in Jamestown.

1963: 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.

1964: FI Chamber of Commerce Visits Swan Inlet Farm - Falklands (Agriculture) - 20.01.2009

This is the first in what is hoped to be a series of reports about Chamber visits to businesses. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

1965: 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.

1966: RMS St Helena Delay - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 19.01.2009

The St Helena Government’s Shipping Office has received news this afternoon to say that the RMS St Helena is experiencing engine problems with its port engine. As a result, the RMS arrived three hours later than expected, at 3pm this afternoon.

1967: Cllr Mike Summers' Statement About HMS ENDURANCE - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.01.2009

Stacey Bragger of FIRS Quizzes Cllr Mike Summers about the fate of the HMS ENDURANCE.

1968: Falklands - "Lock it or Lose it," Says Sgt Roberts - Falklands (Legal) - 15.01.2009

Over the past few months, there has been an increase in opportunist thefts and criminal trespass into buildings.

1969: Falklands Mark Dr Colin Phipps' Passing - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.01.2009

Dr Colin Phipps, founding Chairman of Desire Petroleum plc, former Chairman of Falklands Conservation and former Member of Parliament, Westminster, died peacefully in hospital, with his family in attendance on Saturday night 10 January 2009.

1970: OPEC Could Price Itself Out of the Market - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.01.2009

Rumours are ripe that OPEC is beginning to talk about cutting production even though a reduction was agreed to in December. Then severe cuts were greater than declining demand and OPEC apparently wanted this move to increase prices.

1971: Falklands New Years Honours Announced - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.01.2009

Two people related to the Falkland Islands have been given New Year’s Honours by H. M. the Queen. Mrs Shirley Adams-Leach (MBE) and Brigadier Nick Davies MC (CBE) will receive their awards in due course. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Shirley Adams-Leach is involved in a variety of musical activities that involve the entire community.

1972: St Helena Governor to Visit London - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 10.01.2009

For some months now it has been my intention to visit Ascension Island, London, the Falklands and Tristan da Cunha during February and March. However two factors have emerged that make that now impossible.

1973: Brigadier Davies Awarded CBE - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 10.01.2009

In the Queens New Years honours list Brigadier Nicholas Roy Davies MBE MC, Late The Parachute Regiment, has been appointed to the Military Division of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire as a Commander.

1974: 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.

1975: Legislative Assembly Question for Written Answer (02/09) - Falklands (Legal) - 10.01.2009

The first written answer Question that was presented to the media for the Legislative Assembly.

1976: 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.

1977: St Helena Management of the Education Department - St Helena (Education) - 10.01.2009

John Cocks, Acting Chief Education Officer has left St Helena and the post of Chief Education Officer is still to be filled.

1978: St Helena Bronwen Yon Appointed Shipping Officer - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 10.01.2009

Bronwen Yon has taken up the post of Shipping Officer for the St Helena Government with immediate effect. She replaces Belinda Beard who will be leaving St Helena this month.

1979: 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.

1980: St Helena Executive Council Approves New Health Strategy - St Helena (Health) - 10.01.2009

Excellent news emerged from a recent meeting of the Executive Council with the approval of a new health and social services strategy for St Helena.

1981: 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.

1982: 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.

1983: New Falklands Constitution Celebrated at Government House - Falklands (Legal) - 06.01.2009

A reception to commemorate the new Falklands Constitution was held at Government House on Monday, 05 January 2009. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H E the Governor Mr Huckle holds a copy of the new constitution.

1984: $200 Crude is Not Upon Us - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.01.2009

It is understandable that people could think they are saving money at the pump nowadays and that savings could be played on the stock market or even put into a savings account. However, if fear mongers are to get their way people will be in the poor house instead of having fuel at reasonable prices.

1985: 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.

1986: Former Ascension Councillor Disappears - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 05.01.2009

Former Ascension Island Councillor, Mrs Iva Henry, wife of former Councillor Lawson Henry of Georgetown, has disappeared from her home early hours of Friday 19th December.

1987: Prime Minister Gives Falklands 100% Backing - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.01.2009

"AS ALWAYS, MAKE IT CLEAR IN ANY SUCH DISCUSSIONS THAT WE HAVE NO DOUBTS ABOUT THE UNITED KINGDOM’S SOVEREIGNTY OF THE FALKLAND ISLANDS. "

1988: Falklands Celebrate New Constitution - Falklands (Legal) - 01.01.2009

Today (1 January 2009) marks a important milestone in the history of the Falkland Islands as a new constitution takes effect, providing enhanced local democracy and internal self-government and enshrining the right of self-determination.

1989: Stanley Sports Association Christmas Meeting Day 2 - Falklands (Heritage) - 28.12.2008

People enjoyed a full day of races and foot events.

1990: H E The Governor's Christmas Message for 2008 - Falklands (Heritage) - 28.12.2008

The New Year will mark an important milestone in bringing in the new Constitution on 1 January.

1991: Stanley Sports Assiciation 96th Boxing Day Meeting - Falklands (Heritage) - 27.12.2008

The 96th annual Stanley Sports Association Christmas meeting is taking place at the Stanley Racecourse.

1992: Natural Gas - Will Declining Demand Bring Prices Down Further? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.12.2008

Various news agencies report that Russia's Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin, said on Tuesday that the world financial crisis and rising costs will result in increasing prices.

1993: Falklands General Purposes Committee Brief (19/12/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 23.12.2008

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place at Gilbert House on Wednesday, 17 December 2008 and on Friday, 19 December Cllr Mike Summers, OBE briefed the media on what happened at that meeting and about other meetings Councillors had during December.

1994: St Helena Bishop's Christmas Message - St Helena (Heritage) - 23.12.2008

Christmas is the time when we think of the Baby Jesus being born in a stable in Bethlehem. We all love a baby, so much so that we are often in danger of sentimentalising the Christmas story and missing the whole point of Christmas.

1995: 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.

1996: Falklands Executive Council Round-up - Falklands (Legal) - 23.12.2008

Find out what happened during this vital committee meeting

1997: 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.

1998: Successful Progress Review for FICS - Falklands (Education) - 20.12.2008

The progress review of the Falkland Islands Community School has concluded that overall the school has made satisfactory progress and that their capacity to improve further is judged as good.

1999: ENDURANCE Stranded in Majellan Straits - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 17.12.2008

Several websites and news agencies are reporting that the British polar vessel, ENDURANCE, is flooded and may have to be towed to Punta Arenas. Photo (c) Royal Navy - HNS Endurance

2000: 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.

2001: 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.

2002: St Helena EXCO Report for 16 December 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 16.12.2008

There were only three substantive items on today’s agenda and all of them were open to the public although none were in attendance. Desmond Wade deputised for the Financial Secretary who is on holiday.

2003: 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.

2004: Appointments made to the Immigration Control Board - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 13.12.2008

Governor Gurr has made various appointments to the Immigration Control Board. These appointments have been made under the new Immigration Control Ordinance.

2005: Killer Mice Ravage Gough Island's Albatross Population - Falklands (Environment) - 13.12.2008

The Tristan albatross, one of the world's most threatened birds, has suffered its worst nesting season ever, according to RSPB research. The number of chicks making it through to fledging has decreased rapidly and it is now five times lower than it should be because introduced predatory mice are eating the chicks alive on Gough island - the bird's only home and a South Atlantic territory of the United Kingdom.

2006: Prince Andrew School Discipline Problems Not Unique to St Helena Says Governor - St Helena (Education) - 10.12.2008

Last February I set up a Working Group in order to investigate rumours and reports of discipline problems at Prince Andrew School.

2007: Google, You Could be Fair - Falklands (Legal) - 10.12.2008

Google - fix your machine! I wouldn't want people to think it had a political fault! - By the way, the Falklands are not in Uruguay!

2008: Proclamation for New Constitution Signed by Governor - Falklands (Legal) - 10.12.2008

Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle signs the Proclamation making 01 January 2009 the date on which the new Falklands Constitution takes effect.

2009: Battle Day Commemorated in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 10.12.2008

A HOLIDAY TO COMMEMORATE THE 94TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE Battle of the Falklands has been held in Stanley on Monday, 08 December 2008.

2010: St Helena Government expresses deep dismay at postponement of “vital” airport decision - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 09.12.2008

His Excellency, Andrew Gurr, Governor of St Helena, has expressed the deep dismay of the people of St Helena at today’s announcement by the British Government that negotiations over the contract constructing an airport on the Island are to be delayed.

2011: St Helena Legislature Open Letter to DFID - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2008

We, the Elected Members of the St.Helena Legislative Council, wish to express our deep concern regarding the contents of today’s written statement from the Department for International Development. Our bitter disappointment stems from the repeated raising of expectations that have subsequently been dashed by delay or indecision.

2012: Three Safe After Minefield Incident - Falklands (Health) - 07.12.2008

Three crew members off the Belgium-flagged Yacht, VIA are safe and well tonight after wandering into a minefield near Kidney Island on East Falkland.

2013: Planning and Building Committee (04/12/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.12.2008

Graham France tells us what happened at this important committee meeting.

2014: St Helena EXCO REPORT 23 – 2nd December 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 07.12.2008

H. E. the Governor mr Andrew Gurr gives us a run-down on what happened during this vital Government Committee meeting.

2015: GARRON YON GAINS MASTERS DEGREE IN MASS COMMUNICATIONS - St Helena (Education) - 07.12.2008

The Deputy Chief Secretary has been advised that the Board of Examiners have recommended that Garron Yon, Public Relations/Information Officer in the Office of the Chief Secretary (OCS) be awarded the Masters Degree in Mass Communications with the University of Leicester.

2016: St Helena Proposed Amendment to the Mental Health Ordinance - St Helena (Health) - 07.12.2008

A Draft Bill has been published which proposes a small amendment to the Mental Health Ordinance.

2017: St Helena The Law on Employees’ Compensation Could Change - St Helena (Legal) - 07.12.2008

The law on employees’ compensation could change with the recent publication of a draft Bill.

2018: St Helena Councillors Attend HIV/AIDS Seminar - St Helena (Health) - 07.12.2008

Councillors attended an HIV/AIDS Seminar at the Consulate Hotel on Friday 28 November 2008.

2019: INTERNET NEWS RELEVANT TO THE FALKLANDS (07/12/08) - Falklands (Snippets) - 07.12.2008

We take a brief look at how other newspapers view what’s happening in the Falklands as well as news about people related to thw Islands in many ways.

2020: Falklands Chief Police Officer to be Investigated Following Drugs Theft - Falklands (Legal) - 02.12.2008

Falklands Chief Executive Mr Tim Thorogood has initiated a disciplinary investigation in to the conduct of Paul Elliot, Chief Police Officer, following the recent incident involving the missing Cocaine seizure at the Police Station.

2021: Falklands Drugs Theft Resolved - Falklands (Legal) - 29.11.2008

Government House in the Falklands have announced that following extensive enquiries by the Provost Marshall of the Joint Service Police and Security Unit (JSPSU) at Mount Pleasant Complex, Sr Rogelio Curras Pastoriza has been charged with an offence in relation to the loss of drugs from the police cell at Stanley Police Station.

2022: AMBASSADOR ANNOUNCES LIMITED FALKLANDS MINEFIELD CLEARANCE IN THE FALKLANDS - Falklands (Health) - 27.11.2008

A press release from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office states that Ambassador John Duncan made a statement to the Ninth meeting of States Parties to the convention on the prohibition of the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and their destruction.

2023: Cocaine Evidence Stolen from Double-locked Police Cell at Stanley Police Station - Falklands (Legal) - 26.11.2008

Government House has reported that the 29 packets of cocaine seized by Falkland Islands authorities from the fishing vessel Ventura on 30 October 2008 that were secured as evidence in a double- locked police cell at Stanley Police Station pending the court hearing have been tampered with and 23 of the packets were missing.

2024: Falklands: Should Mine Clearance be Prioritised? - Falklands (Health) - 25.11.2008

Media speculation is ripe with criticism of Britain’s failure to reach a target to clear landmines in the Falklands by early 2009.

2025: Horace (Su) Binnie Much Loved and Sadly Missed - Falklands (Heritage) - 23.11.2008

(An Obituary Presented by the Rev Dr Richard Hines) Photos supplied by Muriel Harvey Rose and Su playing records.

2026: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 13th November 2008 - Falklands (Legal) - 20.11.2008

There were several matters arising from the two previous meetings of Executive Council. Firstly it was reported that insurance issues in relation to Fox Bay jetty had been resolved and that work could now commence on the outstanding repairs.

2027: GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE BRIEF (18/11/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 19.11.2008

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 12 November 2008 and on Tuesday, 18 November 2008 Cllr Mike Summers updated the media on what took place during that meeting and at other points in the month when Councillors met together.

2028: 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.

2029: LEGCO 14/11/08 Part 3: Legislation and Motion for Adjournment Speeches - Falklands (Legal) - 18.11.2008

Mr Speaker, thank you. This Bill amends the Falkland Landholdings Corporation Ordinance. It provides for two Members of the public to be appointed to the board by the Governor. This replaces the existing provision under which two members of the Farming community are to be elected from amongst their members and then be appointed to the Board by the Governor.

2030: Falklands LEGCO Part 2: Motion 7/2008 Debate - Falklands (Legal) - 17.11.2008

“This House notes the concern the continuing world financial crisis and the inevitable affect it will have on the Falkland Islands. It commends the Government Green Paper on the Budget for 2009/2010 and invites all members of the public to join the debate on our future budget strategy.”

2031: Falklands Legislative Council 14/11/08 Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 16.11.2008

A meeting of Legislative Council took place at 1030hrs on Friday, 14 November 2008 in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall.

2032: RIFLE MAGAZINE AND ROUNDS FOUND IN STANLEY - Falklands (Environment) - 14.11.2008

On Wednesday afternoon Joint Service Explosives and Ordinance (JSEOD) unit in Stanley received a phone call from a member of the Public Works Department reporting what looked like a rifle magazines that had been seen lying amongst the undergrowth on the corner of Hebe St and Davis St.

2033: Artist-Adventurer to Embark on Two-Year Solo Expedition in Search of Rarely Photographed Wildlife - Br.Ant.Territory (Environment) - 14.11.2008

The Wild Image Project Secures Backing from Leading Outdoor Gear Manufacturers

2034: Falklands Elect New EXCO Members - Falklands (Legal) - 14.11.2008

At a legislative Council Meeting held on Friday, 14 November 2008 three new Members of Executive Council were elected.

2035: TENTH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL MEETING - All (Gen - Government) - 12.11.2008

Gillian Merron, Overseas Territories Minister, hosted the tenth meeting of the Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) on 28 and 29 October 2008 at the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform in London. Premiers, Chief Ministers, Councillors and other representatives from Britain's Overseas Territories attended. The Council is held annually in London and provides a forum for consultation with British Government Ministers. Photo (c) FCO - Delegates to the OTCC with the new Minister Gillian Merron

2036: 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.

2037: Councillor Drabble Returns from Meeting in London - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 12.11.2008

Councillor William Drabble has returned to St Helena after attending the tenth Overseas Territories Consultative Council in London. This is an annual meeting which has been taking place since 1999.

2038: 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.

2039: Remembrance Sunday Observed in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.11.2008

Sunday 9th November 2008, Remembrance Sunday, was breezy but sunny during the best part of the day. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle lays a wreath at the Cross of Sacrifice on Remembrance Sunday.

2040: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 06 November 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.11.2008

Crude prices declined today on the economy and rightful concern that demand will fall even further. Demand declines because people have either sought alternatives to hydrocarbons products or have been too poor to afford them.

2041: Argentina Grumbles at Falklands' Constitution - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.11.2008

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Buenos Aires has protested to the United Kingdom about the new Falklands Constitution.

2042: Strengthening of democracy and self-determination rights welcomed by FIG - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.11.2008

According to a press release the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) today welcomed the new Constitution for the Islands which provides enhanced local democracy and internal self-government and enshrines the right of self-determination.

2043: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 05 November 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.11.2008

On-going economic concerns have helped crude prices to decline today. Supplies of hydrocarbons products remain roughly the same as it was last week but this could or could not be the only indicator reflecting demand. Other indicators include price and people’s ability to pay that price.

2044: Minister Welcomes New Constitution for the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Legal) - 06.11.2008

The Falkland Islands Constitution Order 2008 was made on Wednesday by Her Majesty in the Privy Council.

2045: Carol George takes over as Head of Public Health and Social Services - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 05.11.2008

Carol George has been appointed Chief Administrative Health and Social Services Officer for the St Helena Government.

2046: St Helena Council Committees - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 05.11.2008

One of the benefits that a revision of the Constitution will give us is the opportunity to improve the present system of Council Committees. This existing system has been in use for many years and has a number of significant drawbacks:

2047: Constitutional Review Team to Visit St Helena - St Helena (Legal) - 05.11.2008

The Constitutional Review Team will arrive on 12 November 2008 to continue discussion on a revised constitution for St Helena. Their visit will last for approximately two and a half days.

2048: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 03 November 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.11.2008

Traders taking profits helped crude prices to decline today.

2049: Pamela Lawrence Leaves St Helena Government - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.11.2008

Pamela Lawrence left the post of Chief Education Officer on Friday 31 October 2008 after dedicating more than 25 years to the St Helena Government.

2050: Pamela Lawrence Leaves St Helena Government - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.11.2008

Pamela Lawrence left the post of Chief Education Officer on Friday 31 October 2008 after dedicating more than 25 years to the St Helena Government.

2051: Ivy Ellick OBE Retires from the St Helena Government - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 04.11.2008

Ivy Ellick OBE has retired from her post of Chief Administrative Health and Social Services Officer after working in the St Helena Government for more than 40 years.

2052: TWO ARRESTED FOR DRUGS IMPORTATION APPEAR IN MAGISTRATES COURT - Falklands (Legal) - 04.11.2008

Today Jesus Carballo Martinez, 26 and Rogelio Curras Pastoriza, 41 from Galicia, Spain have appeared before Senior Magistrate Claire Faulds for importation of 30.6 kg of cocaine on Thursday, 30 October 2008 Jesus Carballo Martinez pleaded guilty to the charge, while Rogelio Curras Pastoriza did not enter a plea but sought legal representation.

2053: OTCC BUSY BUT PRODUCTIVE SAYS CLLR SUMMERS - Tristan (Gen - Government) - 03.11.2008

The OTCC concluded on Wednesday after two full days of discussions which had been largely positive and constructive. Photo (c) Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Conrad Glass and Minister Merron

2054: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 02 November 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.11.2008

It is said that demand is the key to crude prices, so it is with nervousness that measures meant to increase prices are used to stabilise prices have been implemented by OPEC.

2055: OTCC BUSY BUT PRODUCTIVE SAYS CLLR SUMMERS - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 02.11.2008

The OTCC concluded on Wednesday after two full days of discussions which had been largely positive and constructive. Photo (c) Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Ms Gillian Merron with Conrad Glass - Tristan's Chief Islander

2056: Ascension Island Council Meeting (27/10/08) - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 01.11.2008

The first meeting with the recently elected Island Council was held on Monday 27 October immediately after the Councillors were sworn in by His Excellency the Governor, Andrew Gurr, who was on Ascension to meet the new Councillors and to chair the first meeting of the new Council. The Governor welcomed the new Councillors and before getting down to the lengthy agenda awaiting them, said a few words about the role of a Council.

2057: New Co-managers for the Lighthouse Seamen’s Centre - Falklands (Fisheries) - 01.11.2008

The trustees of the Stanley Seamen’s Mission are pleased to announce that Maurice and Debra Lake have been appointed to succeed Howard and Betty Turner as Co-managers of the Lighthouse Seamen’s Centre at FIPASS.

2058: Ocean 8 – Oil Recovery: - Falklands (Fisheries) - 01.11.2008

The dive team on the M/V Tasnui have recovered some 28 tonnes of fuel from the Ocean 8. Operations have now ceased as all main tanks have been checked and either had fuel removed or found not to contain fuel.

2059: St Helena's Chief Secretary Arrives - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 01.11.2008

The new Chief Secretary, Andrew Wells, has arrived in Saint Helena and has taken up office at the Castle in Jamestown.

2060: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 30 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 31.10.2008

Crude prices declined today on speculation that OPEC will cut production again and that demand is a concern. Also helping crude to fall is the weak US economic situation.

2061: Drug Traffickers Arrested in the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 31.10.2008

A joint operation involving the Falkland Islands Customs & Immigration Department, the JSPSU Dog Section and the Royal Falkland Islands Police has resulted in the arrest of six foreign seamen and the seizure of a large quantity of a class A drug .

2062: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 29 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.10.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today on the cut in interest rates by the US Federal Reserve Bank. The trend seems opposite to what it should be in that a concession is given by the hand of the Federal Reserve and taken away when traders take advantage of the resulting savings.

2063: Message For Ascension Island Councillors - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 30.10.2008

I would like to offer my congratulations to you all on your election as Ascension Island Councillors.

2064: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 28 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.10.2008

There has been talk in OPEC circles about cutting crude production even further to help stabilise prices.

2065: South Atlantic Representatives Attend OTCC - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 29.10.2008

Representatives from the South Atlantic Islands of St. Helena, Tristan da Cunha and the Falkland Islands are attending thee UK Overseas Territories Consultative Council meeting in London this week.

2066: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 27 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.10.2008

Crude prices declined today despite speculation that OPEC will cut production again. Prices for gasoline are falling and the decline is gaining momentum.

2067: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 26 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.10.2008

Crude prices are declining regardless of OPEC’s production cuts. HDR anticipated this as there is a growing section of the market that cannot afford hydrocarbons products and those joining it increase daily – hourly.

2068: Shackleton Scholar Studies Falklands Sponges - Falklands (Environment) - 26.10.2008

Claire Goodwin from Northern Ireland is currently in the Falklands on a Shackleton scholarship studying sponges. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Dr. Claire Goodwin

2069: 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.

2070: Work Continues on Ocean 8 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 26.10.2008

Korean divers from the M/V Tasnui are working to plug up the remaining oil leaks on Ocean 8 as well as pumping fuel from tanks on the sunken vessel.

2071: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 23 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.10.2008

Crude prices increased today on incessant speculation that OPEC will cut production. This is expected but shouldn’t put anyone in panic mood. Demand will simply drop if people can’t afford to buy hydrocarbons products.

2072: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 22 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.10.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today as OPEC decides what to do about production. For a growing number of people crude products like gasoline and heating fuel are still too expensive and they are going without rather than spending money to keep warm or to travel.

2073: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 21 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.10.2008

Crude prices declined today as the November contract closed and there were adjustments made for declining demand. Though resulting shares in companies consuming hydrocarbons products have gone up there is no significant reciprocal decline in ticket prices.

2074: Governor and Councillors to Attend OTCC - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle shall be away in the UK attending the Overseas Territories Consultative Council. Councillors Mike Summers and Andrea Clausen will also attend the OTCC from 27th - 29th October.

2075: 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.

2076: ST HELENA EXCO REPORT 17/10/08 - St Helena (Legal) - 21.10.2008

There was a fairly full agenda for this EXCO and we began by reviewing the undertakings made during the last LEGCO.

2077: 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.

2078: ASCENSION ISLAND ELECTION RESULTS - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 21.10.2008

The results of Tuesday’s election on Ascension shows that 188 people voted out of a total of 690 registered to vote i.e., a 26% turnout. The votes for the eight candidates were as follows:

2079: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 19 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.10.2008

We wait and see whether OPEC will cut production. No matter what is done, prices must come down to ease demand and as we know demand is the key to the oil market.

2080: Falklands Appoint Senior Magistrate - Falklands (Legal) - 20.10.2008

Government House announced today that Mr John Trevaskis has been appointed as Senior Magistrate for the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Sandwich Islands and the British Antarctic Territory. Photo (C) File Photo - Mr John Trevaskis

2081: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 20 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.10.2008

Crude prices increased today on speculation that OPEC will cut production. The resulting higher prices will not increase demand and will ensure that hydrocarbons products remain beyond the means of people on limited incomes or no income at all.

2082: Jhellum Breaks Up in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 18.10.2008

The last wooden ship built in Liverpool that is above water is falling apart in the Falklands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) This is how it looked just after 1215 on Saturday, 18 October 2008

2083: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 16 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.10.2008

Declining demand helped crude prices to decrease today to lows not seen since May 2007. HDR has said that the optimal price for Crude is between $45 and $60.00 per barrel. We’re almost there but don’t expect prices to correspondingly come down.

2084: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 15 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.10.2008

The weekly report from the US Department of Energy Administration has been delayed for a day so it is demand remaining the key issue as far as crude prices are concerned.

2085: Falklands - No More Funding for Stanley Dairy - Falklands (Agriculture) - 16.10.2008

On Monday, 13 October 2008 the Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) held a special Board meeting at which the Stanley Dairy was discussed. The meeting concluded with the decision to withdraw funding to the Stanley Dairy.

2086: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 14 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.10.2008

Speculators are hoping that money given to banks by governments will help to stem declining demand.

2087: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 13 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.10.2008

The usual corresponding increase in crude prices today was due to the huge jump on the world’s stock markets.

2088: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 12 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.10.2008

Crude prices declined today due to weakening demand and the financial crisis that has beset the world over these past weeks.

2089: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 09 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.10.2008

Dropping demand has helped to decrease the price of crude today. Such is the concern that OPEC will be discussing it in an emergency meeting in November.

2090: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 08 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.10.2008

The US Department of Energy Administration inventory report increased this week helping to decrease crude prices. The report also shows that demand is going down. Demand isn’t expected to pick up until hydrocarbons products like gasoline and heating fuel are reasonably priced.

2091: General Purposes Committee Brief 29/09/08 - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 09.10.2008

Cllr Rendell updates us on this important committee meeting.

2092: All Set for World Mental Health Day in the Falklands - Falklands (Health) - 09.10.2008

Team Tranquil are holding a supper dance to help bring a Samaritan Training team to the Falklands.

2093: Views on the FI Constitution - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.10.2008

Earnest Spencer has strong views about the proposed new FI Constitution.

2094: Falklands Observe 'Peat Cutting Monday' - Falklands (Heritage) - 09.10.2008

Peat cutting has declined since people switched to Kero or Diesel for heating. However, with fuel prices as they are, those on peat have an advantage.

2095: 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.

2096: New Minister with Falklands Responsibilities - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 09.10.2008

In Gordon Browns recent Cabinet reshuffle Gillian Merron MP (LAB Lincoln) has been moved to Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office – a post previously held by Meg Munn MP. Photo (c) Crown Copyright - Foreign and Commonwealth Office)

2097: 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.

2098: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 07 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.10.2008

Earlier today rebounding markets seemed to help crude prices to decline but as the day progressed the markets fell significantly, causing a slight increase.

2099: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 06 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.10.2008

As with the end of play on Friday, concerns about a world-wide drop in demand helped crude prices to decline today.

2100: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 02 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.10.2008

Concerns about a world-wide drop in demand helped crude prices to decline today.

2101: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 01 October 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.10.2008

You don’t recover the economy by using the same method that got you in the mess in the first place – that’s crazy.

2102: Falklands Executive Council Report for September 2008 - Falklands (Legal) - 02.10.2008

Cllr Mike Rendell updates us on what happened during this important committee meeting.

2103: UK's Right of Reply to Argentine President's Remarks at the UN - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 02.10.2008

Statement of the delegation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in exercise of the right of reply to the remarks made by the President of the Argentine Republic in the general debate on 23 September 2008.

2104: 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!

2105: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 30 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.10.2008

Speculative euphoria about the bail-out plan being re-constituted and thrown at the House again has helped crude prices to increase today.

2106: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 29 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.09.2008

Whether rightly or wrongly – history will tell - the US House of Representatives has voted not to sanction the $700Billion bail-out of AIG – a huge multi-faceted insurance company and other entities in the US financial system.

2107: LEGISLSTIVE COUNCIL 26 SEPTEMBER 2008 Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.09.2008

A meeting of Legislative Council was held in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1030hrs on Friday, 26 September 2008.

2108: LEGISLSTIVE COUNCIL 26 SEPTEMBER 2008 Part2 - Falklands (Legal) - 29.09.2008

Councillors speak about what is important to them.

2109: 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.

2110: Falklands Public Meeting Report for Tuesday, 23 September 2008 Part 1 - Falklands (Health) - 29.09.2008

The Mental Health Ordinance was the subject of discussion at this important meeting.

2111: Falklands Public Meeting Report 23 September 2008 Part 2 - Falklands (Health) - 29.09.2008

People questioncouncillors and medical authorities about the proposed new ordianace.

2112: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 25 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.09.2008

Optimism over the US Congress potentially passing the rescue package for the Insurance Company, AIM has caused crude prices to increase today.

2113: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 23 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.09.2008

Crude prices declined today due to concerns about whether Congress will deliver on the US Government’s bail-out of the multi-faceted Insurance company, AIM.

2114: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 24 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.09.2008

Crude prices dropped today even though the US Department of Energy Administration reports a drop in stockpiles.

2115: FALKLANDS WISH HMS CLYDE A HAPPY 1ST YEAR ON PATROL - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.09.2008

The Falklands have helped to celebrate one year on patrol for HMS Clyde. Festivities began with a cocktail party for invited guests on Friday, 19 September, with an open day held on Saturday, 20 September. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Stanley residents were treated to static displays on the aft deck of HMS Clyde.

2116: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 21September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.09.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today due to a bail-out package for AIM Insurance offered by the US Government. This was good for the markets but bad on people who can’t afford to buy hydrocarbons products.

2117: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 22 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.09.2008

Analysts used everything from the end of the month “squeeze” to the Dollar Euro rate to justify today’s extortionate crude price hike.

2118: 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

2119: FALKLANDS WELCOME NEW BRITISH CITIZENS - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.09.2008

The Falklands have welcomed three new British Citizens at a reception at Government House on Monday, 15 September 2008. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) the Gallardo Family

2120: Falklands Craft Fair Winners - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.09.2008

Though entries were down this year the quality was high. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Margot Smallwood instructs a young member of the community in the art of spinning.

2121: CHARITY BALL ART EXHIBITION HELD AT THE TOWN HALL - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.09.2008

The Falklands Conservation Charity Ball Artwork Exhibition was open to invited guests on Thursday evening from 1800 to 2000. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) A photo of one of the items for sale.

2122: FALKLANDS YOMP FOR LIFE COMPLETED IN GOOD TIME - Falklands (Health) - 21.09.2008

Two people whose lives have changed due to the dreaded “C” have “Yomped for Life” on East Falkland. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H. E. the Governor Mr Huckle congratulated Andy Brownlee and Louise Taylor.

2123: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 18 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.09.2008

The declining US Dollar helped crude prices to increase today resulting in a corresponding drop in demand as prices at the pump remain extortionately high.

2124: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 17 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.09.2008

Crude prices increased today due to a significant drop in crude supplies. The drop was expected due to hurricanes Gustav and Ike.

2125: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 16 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.09.2008

Relief that Hurricane Ike did not damage oil infrastructure as first thought and concerns about demand have helped to decrease the price of crude today.

2126: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 15 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.09.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today due to Hurricane Ike not doing as much damage to offshore and onshore installations as first thought.

2127: Legislative Council Friday, 12 September 2008 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 15.09.2008

A special meeting of Legislative Council was held on Friday, 12 September 2008

2128: Legislative Council Friday, 12 September 2008 (Part 2) - Falklands (Legal) - 15.09.2008

Part 2 of the debate on the Constitution.

2129: Legislative Council Friday, 12 September 2008 (Part 3) - Falklands (Legal) - 15.09.2008

The final part of this most important Legislative Council meeting

2130: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 11 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.09.2008

Concerns over weak demand caused crude prices to decline today.

2131: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 10 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.09.2008

Crude prices dropped today despite a drop in crude inventories. This is to be expected as hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico have postponed deliveries. Gasoline supplies, however, are up from what they were last year at this time when demand was higher.

2132: 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.

2133: Falklands: Robin Woods Receives MBE at Government House - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.09.2008

Mr Robin Woods has received an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) at a reception at Government House on Wednesday10 September 2008. Approximately 100 people attended the reception and watched on as Mr Woods received his OBE from H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H E the Governor Mr Alan Huckle presents the MBE to Robin Woods

2134: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 09 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.09.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today on the OPEC decision not to cut production.

2135: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 08 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.09.2008

Crude prices closed mixed today on concern that Hurricane Ike could track into the Gulf of Mexico.

2136: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 07 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.09.2008

Crude prices declined on Friday due to a strengthening US Dollar and an increase in output. Hurricane Ike, however, causes concern but it is not yet known if or when it will enter the Gulf of Mexico. It now is a Category 4 Storm.

2137: MPs Visit the Falklands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.09.2008

Baroness Warwick and Nigel Evans MP have visited the Falklands as part of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme.

2138: Falkland Islanders Yomp for Breast Cancer Screening - Falklands (Health) - 07.09.2008

Two Islanders – Andrew Brownlee and Louise Taylor – are yomping East Falkland to raise money for a team of specialists from Clinica Alemana to send the Head of their Mammography Department, Dr Horvath, a specialist nurse and a technician as well as a portable mammography machine and sonogram unit for a two week period. It is estimated that 150 patients could be seen during this period.

2139: Falklands General Purposes Committee Report (09/01/2008) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.09.2008

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 27 August 2008. On Monday, 01 September 2008 Cllr Summers briefed the media about what happened during the meeting.

2140: 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.

2141: Nat Geo Channel Launched for KTV - Falklands (Heritage) - 07.09.2008

KTV have launched a new channel on their general service, bringing up the tally to 12 Channels. The National Geographic Channel provides scientific and natural history programmes.

2142: Councillors to Attend Party Conferences - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 07.09.2008

Councillors Andrea Clausen and Ian Hansen will depart the Islands on the air-ridge on 16 September for the UK and the Party Conferences.

2143: Falkland Islands - Port Louis 1833-2008 - S.Atlantic (Education) - 07.09.2008

The history of the discovery of the Falkland Islands is somewhat complicated as there are claims that a number of different explorers first sighted one or other of the many Islands which make up the group.

2144: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 04 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.09.2008

Crude prices dropped today despite a drop in crude inventories. Supply to some terminals had been postponed due to Hurricane Gustav but it is expected that they will increase next week when deliveries resume. Prices also declined on the strengthening US Dollar.

2145: Summary of Executive Council 08/28/08 - Falklands (Legal) - 04.09.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place on Thursday, 28 August 2008. Cllr Clausen updated the media on what happened during this important meeting.

2146: 1312 Flt Celebrate 25 Falkland Years - Falklands (Education) - 04.09.2008

1312 Flight has been at Mount Pleasant Complex for 25 years and to celebrate the event they did a fly-past over Stanley harbour. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) A VC-10 from 1312 Flight dragging refuelling hoses, with a Lynx Helicopter from HMS Liverpool in the background.

2147: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 02 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.09.2008

Crude prices continued to decline significantly today on the back of the now tropical storm Gustav.

2148: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 03 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.09.2008

Crude prices declined today due to Gustav’s damage not being as bad as first thought.

2149: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 01 September 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.09.2008

Hurricane Gustav has weakened to a category 1 Hurricane and is expected to become a tropical storm later tonight. This caused a correspondingly weakened price for crude today.

2150: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 31 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.09.2008

As expected Hurricane Gustav has entered the Gulf of Mexico and is on track to hit the Louisiana coast on Tuesday morning, exactly 3 years from when Hurricane Katrina hit the same area. The hurricane is expected to increase in strength to Category 3 before hitting land.

2151: 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:

2152: 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.

2153: Mineral Resources Committee Report (25/08/08) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.08.2008

A meeting of the Mineral Resources Committee took place at 1330hrs on Monday, 25 August 2008.

2154: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 28 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.08.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today as speculation that Hurricane Gustav would not affect severely the infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico was ripe. However, in 24 hours things could change. We wait and see.

2155: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 27 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.08.2008

Today’s crude price increases are entirely due to Hurricane Gustav. The storm’s projected path shows a direct hit on the oil infrastructure located off the Louisiana coast. Some reports state that rigs in the affected area are already being evacuated.

2156: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 26 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.08.2008

Crude prices increased today due to Hurricane Gustav’s projected path into the Gulf of Mexico. According to press reports oil infrastructure and New Orleans could be in its path.

2157: 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.

2158: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 25 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.08.2008

Crude prices increased today due to a weakening US Dollar and storms in the North Atlantic. Keep in mind that the North Atlantic includes all ocean located above the equator and not as some think, above the 40s that roar.

2159: Legislative Council Website for the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 26.08.2008

With the addition of this website the Falkland Islands Government will have on hand transcripts of all Legislative Council Proceedings.

2160: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 24 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.08.2008

Crude prices declined sharply on Friday on a stronger US Dollar. Declining crude prices also help share prices to increase and are a factor in improving the economy. Prices at the pump are beginning to fall and it is hoped that heating fuel will also decline before the northern winter sets in.

2161: 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.

2162: Professional Certificates Handed out at Government House - Falklands (Education) - 24.08.2008

Fifteen people received professional certificates from H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle. Photo (c) Roxanne King - Recipients in a group photo with H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle

2163: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 21 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.08.2008

Crude prices increased significantly today on a weakening US Dollar and the situation in Georgia.

2164: Stamp Issue Helps to Celebrate 90th Anniversary of the RAF - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.08.2008

The Falkland Islands Post Office and Philatelic Bureau are pleased to announce the release of a Sheetlet of four stamps and a First Day of Issue cover to commemorate the 90th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Photo (c) Photographic Section (MPC) - Anton Livermore, Head of the Philatelic Bureau Air Commodore Gordon Moulds hold a framed first day cover of the 90th anniversary issue.

2165: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 20 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.08.2008

Declining gasoline stocks have helped to increase the price of crude today. Those reserves, however, are 400,000 barrels more than they were last year at this time when demand was higher and crude below $70.00 per barrel.

2166: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 19 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.08.2008

Crude prices strengthened today on a weakening US Dollar. The gasoline supply is also causing concerns as well as the economic situation in general. Finally there are worries that OPEC will cut production.

2167: The potential for Carbon sequestration under improved pasture in the Falkland Islands - Falklands (Agriculture) - 20.08.2008

Oxford University student Charles Russ has recently spent three weeks in the Falkland Islands undertaking research for his Post Graduate Diploma in Geography. Photo (c) Charles Russ - Unimproved and improved grassland at Saladero

2168: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 18 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.08.2008

Crude prices eased today when Hurricane Fay’s path caused no threat to industry infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico. There is also the pending opening of the Tblisi-Baku-Ceythan pipeline after repairs.

2169: Desire deal gives the Falklands that ‘feel good’ factor - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.08.2008

The long wait discover Desire’s farm-in partner is over and after years of frustration the Company announced last week that it has signed a deal with the shipping and drilling firm Arcadia Petroleum.

2170: Insurance Company Takes Responsibility for Ocean 8 Incident - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.08.2008

Since the sinking of the Ocean 8, the Falkland Islands Government has been encouraging the vessel's owners and their insurance company to take responsibility for their vessel and produce a plan to deal with the oil on board.

2171: 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.

2172: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 17 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.08.2008

Crude prices settled lower on Friday due to a strengthening US Dollar. While declining prices have provided hope that end products will be more cost-effective, moves are afoot to increase prices by cutting supplies.

2173: St. Helena ExCo Report 17 – 12th August 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 18.08.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr updates us on what happened during this important Committee meeting.

2174: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 14 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.08.2008

Concerns about demand and the strength of the US dollar caused crude prices to decline today. Some analysts are saying that crude price declines will cease but it is the opinion of HDR that demand will not recover if prices rise too soon.

2175: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 13 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.08.2008

Crude prices increased today on inventory data. Though gasoline stocks have decreased they are up by 900,000 barrels from what they were last year at this time. Consumption has decreased and according to the Department of Energy Administration weekly inventory report and the trend is expected to continue.

2176: Desire Announced Farm-in Agreement and New Acreage - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.08.2008

Desire Petroleum Plc has finally named the farm-in partner it alluded to in its 25 February 2008 announcement.

2177: Gold Medal Rifle Team Honoured at Government House - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.08.2008

A reception at Government House on Friday evening was held in honour of the Falkland Islands Rifle Association’s Bisley team winning the trophy for the Junior Kolapore Cup, the Junior Mackinnion and the Nobel Aggregate Cup.

2178: Falklands Planning and Building Committee Meeting Report - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 13.08.2008

Graham France updates us on the latest Planning and Building Committee meeting.

2179: Falklands Issue Aviation Stamp Issue - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.08.2008

A new Aviation Stamp issue will be available from the Falklands Philatelic Bureau

2180: St Helena Election Red Notice Published - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 13.08.2008

The Returning Officer has issued red notices which show how people should vote in the By-election.

2181: St Helena Announces Three Candidates to Choose from on Polling Day - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 13.08.2008

Three candidates are up for election including Mr Eric Walter George of Palm Cottage, Mr Anthony Arthur Green of Oltonia, Knollcombes, and Mr Cyril Keith Gunnell of Cashem House, Napoleon Street.

2182: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 12 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.08.2008

Crude prices declined today on declining demand and a strong US Dollar. HDR maintains that speculators and traders had jacked crude prices extortionately high and people buying in crude stocks have been forced to pay these prices.

2183: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 10 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.08.2008

With the OPEC meeting about a month away speculation is ripe that crude production could be cut back due to the falling price per barrel.

2184: Robin Hood Saves His Merry Men at the Town Hall - Falklands (Education) - 08.08.2008

The Infant/Junior School put on an entertaining rendition of Robin Hood at the Town Hall on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The Cast of Robin Hood

2185: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 07 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.08.2008

An explosion in Turkey that shut down the Azerbaijan pipeline has caused the price of crude to increase today.

2186: FGML Proposes a New Name and a New Focus - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.08.2008

A press release from the London Stock Exchange spells out the proposals in great detail.

2187: Is it Wise to Tout $200.00 Crude? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.08.2008

The think-tank at Chatham House has concluded that “incessant demand combined with inadequate investment by oil companies in raising output, rather than dwindling supplies underground, risked driving up prices to more than two-thirds current levels.”

2188: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 06 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.08.2008

Crude prices decreased again today due to a rise of 1.7 million barrels of crude from the last inventory report on 25 July 2008.

2189: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 05 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.08.2008

Today’s decrease in crude prices is due to weakening demand and relief over tropical storm Edouard not causing mega damage ain the US Gulf of Mexico.

2190: Rural Development Strategy Discussed at Chamber of Commerce - Falklands (Agriculture) - 06.08.2008

Members of the Public have attended a meeting to discuss the Rural Development Strategy of the Falklands.

2191: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 04 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.08.2008

Relief over tropical storm Edouard missing some of the oil infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico has caused the price of crude to decline significantly today.

2192: Falklands Students DARE to be Different - Falklands (Education) - 05.08.2008

The DARE Programme has been re-instituted in the Falklands after two years.

2193: Beneath Tristan is a Different Story - Tristan (Environment) - 05.08.2008

Follow the link to find out what is shaking in the vacinity of Tristan da Cunha.

2194: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 03 August 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.08.2008

Worries about a new round of Iran sanctions caused an increase in crude prices on Friday. Fear that Iran is making enriched nuclear fuel for an atomic warhead outweighs declining demand as a factor in crude prices.

2195: 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

2196: 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.

2197: Royal Falkland Islands Police Crack Down on Seat Belt Abusers - Falklands (Legal) - 02.08.2008

Throughout July Police have been involved in a month long period of public awareness raising to remind motorists of the need and legal requirement to wear seatbelts when driving or as a passenger in a vehicle.

2198: St Helena's Stacey Yon Attains Law Degree - St Helena (Legal) - 02.08.2008

Stacey Yon has graduated from a leading UK law school with a Bachelors Degree in Law.

2199: St Helena Discusses the Human Rights Issue - St Helena (Legal) - 02.08.2008

Discussions will soon commence on how to build capacity in St Helena to address Human Rights with the arrival of a Human Rights Project Coordinator from the Commonwealth Foundation.

2200: St Helena Executive Council Report (15-18 July 2008) - St Helena (Legal) - 02.08.2008

Last Friday was a particularly busy and eventful day. We had an informal Legislative Council in the morning and an Executive Council in the afternoon.

2201: Falklands General Services Committee Brief (25/07/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 02.08.2008

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 July 2008 and on Friday, 25 July Cllr Mike Summers briefed the Media on what happened during this important Committee meeting.

2202: South Georgia Now Requires Private Vessel Owners - S.Georgia (Tourism/Travel) - 02.08.2008

Under the revised Tourism Management Policy document, tighter restrictions have been placed on site access for private vessels with more than 10 persons on board (including paid crew). Photo (C) J. Brock (SARTMA-SG) Concerns are raised when Tour Operators do not heed the warning signs

2203: St Helena Executive Council Report 16 to 29 July 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 02.08.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr reports on this vital St Helena Government Committee meeting.

2204: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 31 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.08.2008

Easing demand due to poor economic data caused the decline in the price of crude today. Yesterday demand from emerging markets was used as a factor in increasing crude prices but HDR maintains that people in those markets also have to tighten their belts as the cost of their energy goes through the roof.

2205: Falklands Executive Council Meeting (24/07/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.07.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place on Thursday, 24 July 2008. Following is a report on this vital committee meeting.

2206: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 29 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.07.2008

Easing demand and a strengthening US Dollar are the causes behind the decline in the price of crude today.

2207: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 27 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.07.2008

Though prices are lower the man at the pump should realise that prices will not come down dramatically until crude bought in at higher prices is processed and sold.

2208: Ascension Advisory Group Report (22/07/08) - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 28.07.2008

The meeting in Ascension was chaired by the Administrator and all members were present. Here in St.Helena the Attorney General and I were able to watch on the video link.

2209: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 28 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.07.2008

Today’s crude price increases are due to worries about Iran’s nuclear Fuel enrichment programme and sabotage on two of Shell’s pipelines in Nigeria. In checking this out, it is true that Nigeria suffers from sabotage due to fuel theft as well as terrorism.

2210: Falklands Legislative Council Report Part 1 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.07.2008

A meeting of Legislative Council took place at 1030hrs on Friday, 25 July 2008 in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall.

2211: Falklands Legislative Council Report Part 2 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.07.2008

Councillors express their views during Motion for Adjournment Speeches.

2212: 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.

2213: 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.

2214: St Helena to Hold By-Election - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 27.07.2008

As a result of the resignation of Councillor John Reid from Legislative Council, effective from 1 August, 2008, a By-Election will shortly be held in the West Electoral Area.

2215: St Helena Legislative Council Meeting 11 July 2008 - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 27.07.2008

Cyril Gunnell reports on St. Helena's most recent Legislative Council Meeting.

2216: 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.

2217: St Helena Exco Report (15/06/08) - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 27.07.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr Tells us what happened during the most recent EXCO meeting.

2218: Airbridge Fares Set to Increase - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 27.07.2008

Proposed new prices for the airbridge would increase fares significantly

2219: 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

2220: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 24 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.07.2008

Though the then hurricane Dolly came ashore yesterday it was used to cause concern in the market today – but the storm didn’t hit oil infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico.

2221: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 23 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.07.2008

Two main factors helped crude prices to decline substantially today. Category 2 Hurricane “Dolly” has missed refineries and other oil related infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico. Secondly there was another good inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration showing that gasoline supplies have risen 10.9 Million Barrels from what they were last year at this time. Distillates have also increased by 4.4 million barrels from what they were last year at this time.

2222: BAS To Consider Keeping Flight Operations At Stanley Airport - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 24.07.2008

The Falklands Chief Executive and BAS, ASSI and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office are working together to seek a workable outcome for BAS Flight Operations remaining at Stanley Airport.

2223: PUBLIC MEETING REPORT TUESDAY, 22 JULY 2008 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 24.07.2008

A public meeting was held in the court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 22 July 2008.

2224: 100th ANNIVERSARY OF LETTERS PATENT CELEBRATED AT G. H. - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.07.2008

On Monday, 21 July 2008 a celebration marking the 100th anniversary of the issuing of Letters of Patent setting up the South Atlantic British Overseas Territories was held at Government House. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Harriet Hall, Assistant Commissioner for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands tells all gathered at Government House what the Letters of Patient are all about.

2225: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 21 July 2008 - Br.Ant.Territory (Mineral Resources) - 22.07.2008

Crude prices disappointingly increased today due to a tropical storm near the Gulf of Mexico, tensions over Iran’s quest for nuclear energy and worries over far rich people getting richer by the second of the backs of the rest of us.

2226: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 22 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.07.2008

Crude prices declined today due to Hurricane “Dolly” missing refineries in the Gulf of Mexico.

2227: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 20 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.07.2008

Crude prices declined today due to a good supply of hydrocarbons products and lessening demand. It seems, though that losses are bottoming out and we must steel ourselves to see prices rise. It’s a disappointment because we need to see sustained losses until we reach $45 to $60.00 per barrel. Otherwise hydrocarbons products will remain at an artificially high cost for all of us.

2228: Human Remains Transferred to Argentina - Falklands (Heritage) - 21.07.2008

HE the Governor has confirmed that arrangements were made for human remains, believed to be of Argentine origin from the 1982 conflict, to be transferred to Argentina via the LAN Chile flight on Saturday 19 July '08.

2229: Concordia Bay Schedule Suspended - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 21.07.2008

Workboat Services Limited regret to advise that the schedule for MV Concordia bay has been suspended.

2230: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 16 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.07.2008

Today’s “shock” jump in inventories as reported by the US Department of Energy Administration caused crude prices to decline for the second day in a row.

2231: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 17 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.07.2008

Crude prices decreased significantly today due to the declining price of natural gas. This very good sign means there is light at the end of a very long tunnel, with high prices at the pump the norm until crude bought in at higher prices is processed.

2232: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 15 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.07.2008

Crude prices closed down significantly lower due to the slowing economy and threats on demand. This is nothing new and people are expecting the threat of war with Iran or supply disruptions in Nigeria to cause prices to increase again tomorrow.

2233: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 14 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.07.2008

Crude prices closed relatively flat today with concerns being expressed about supply due to the Brazil Oil Rig Strike. Seeing that the strike is expected to last 5 days, supply from that source shouldn’t have a problem. The US Dollar has gained against several currencies and this kept prices even.

2234: 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.

2235: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 13 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.07.2008

Tensions over Iran and supply worries in Nigeria have helped to increase the price of crude on Friday.

2236: Internet news relevant to the Falklands - Falklands (Education) - 13.07.2008

A weekly look at how the Falklands are being reported in other parts of the world.

2237: 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.

2238: St Helena EXCO Report (03/07/08) - St Helena (Legal) - 13.07.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr updates us on the latest Executive Council activity.

2239: NICK AND SHEILA HADDEN TRAVEL 8,000 MILES TO CELEBRATE DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF A FRIEND - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.07.2008

David Porter writes that there was a special celebration for Inverurie couple Jimmy and Nellie Knowles this week when the pair celebrated their Diamond wedding anniversary with friends and family.

2240: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 10 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.07.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today due to supply concerns from Nigeria and Iran. In Nigeria it is terrorism and in Iran traders are touting missiles on the pad. Tomorrow it will be a different set of circumstances to increase crude prices.

2241: Falklands Farmers' Week Day Two - Falklands (Agriculture) - 11.07.2008

Today had everything from putting out fires to disease surveillance.

2242: Falkland Farmers' Week D-3 Focuses on Tourism and Invasives - Falklands (Agriculture) - 11.07.2008

The day began with a presentation about tourism in Camp and ended with a discussion about invasive species.

2243: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 09 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.07.2008

Crude prices settled relatively flat today due to good inventory reports. Gasoline Demand is down by 6.2 Million Barrels from last year at this time. The miniscule increases were due to bravado from Iran about missiles on the pad.

2244: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 08 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.07.2008

Crude prices declined again today as traders scoped up profits. Iran has allayed fears of any attack on its facilities by Israel. This has eased worries about supplies.

2245: Falklands Farmers' Week Begins with Rural EXPO - Falklands (Agriculture) - 09.07.2008

Farmers’ week began in earnest on Monday morning with an exhibition organised by the Rural Business Association and SeaLed PR (a local PR company not allied with California based Sealed PR) that included businesses focusing on the Rural Community. Businesses like Cable & Wireless and organisations like the Falkland Islands Chamber of Commerce were exhibiting.

2246: Falklands Fisheries Fleet Protest High Government Driven Costs - Falklands (Fisheries) - 09.07.2008

The Loligo Fishery is not happy with high Government driven costs that have plagued it recently.

2247: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 07 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.07.2008

Crude prices declined due to an easing of supply concerns regarding a conflict between Iran and Israel. Last week’s tension was allayed when Iran made constructive statements about its refining nuclear fuel for energy generation.

2248: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 06 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.07.2008

Friday’s price decreases were due to a constructive response fro Iran with reference to enriching nuclear fuel for energy generation. This may have allayed fears that Israel would bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities.

2249: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 03 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.07.2008

Crude prices have increased over the past two days due to the US Department of Energy Administration Inventory Report for the week ending 27 June 2008.

2250: 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.

2251: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 01 July 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.07.2008

Price increases today are due to increased demand for Saudi oil, an IEA report that crude supplies will remain tight, general supply worries and an OPEC statement about investment flows.

2252: Falklands Executive Council Meetong 26 June 2008 - Falklands (Legal) - 02.07.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place on Thursday, 26 June 2008.

2253: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 30 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.07.2008

HDR feels that the wise application of the word, “NO” just might help to turn the tide.

2254: Tierra del Fuego - Falklands Diocese Out of the Question Says Monsignor McPartland - Falklands (Heritage) - 01.07.2008

An article on the Catholic World News website caught the eye of many in the Falklands when it published an article dealing with splitting a Diocese in Patagonia and making a new Diocese of Tierra Del Fuego that included the Falkland Islands.

2255: Severe Gale Force Winds Hit Tristan - Tristan (Environment) - 01.07.2008

Severe gale force winds have damaged buildings on Tristan da Cunha Photo (c) Sarah Glass (Tristan Times) Damage to one of the Camping Huts at the patches where the winds were most severe Photo (c) Sarah Glass (Tristan Times)

2256: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 29 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.06.2008

Friday’s price increases are due to OPEC statements that crude could reach $170.00. HDR feels that these sorts of statements are irresponsible and in themselves can cause the price of crude to increase.

2257: 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.

2258: General Purposes Committee Brief (27/06/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 30.06.2008

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee was held at Gilbert House on Wednesday, 25 June 2008. On Friday, 27 June 2008 Cllr Summers briefed the Media about what happened at the meeting.

2259: $9MILLION FOR NEW ANTARCTIC TERMINAL FOR PUNTA ARENAS - S.Atlantic (Tourism/Travel) - 30.06.2008

An article in Friday’s edition of LaPrensa Austral has stated that a new “Antarctic Terminal” will be located at the Airport in Punta Arenas.

2260: 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

2261: 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.

2262: 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.

2263: 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.

2264: 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.

2265: CONSTITUTION OF ST HELENA, ASCENSION AND TRISTAN DA CUNHA - All (Legal) - 29.06.2008

The draft Constitution, dated 25 June 2008, has been published for the purpose of public consultation in St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha during the coming months. In large part it is a modified version of the draft Constitution prepared in 2003-2005, and includes some of the constitutional reforms discussed at that time.

2266: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 26 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.06.2008

Today’s sharp increases in crude prices are due to OPEC forecasting higher crude prices. Granted, $170.00 is a lot less than the $200.00 touted earlier by fear mongers but saying this was bad enough.

2267: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 25 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.06.2008

Crude prices declined today due to a good inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration. Stockpiles increased by 800,000 barrels.

2268: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 24 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.06.2008

For the second day in a row since Saudi Arabia announced an increase in production the price of crude has risen. It seems that increasing production is not going to help decrease the price of crude. Indeed, people at the top will be making more profit if this goes on for any length of time.

2269: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 23 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.06.2008

Today’s significant crude price rises come in the wake of analysts saying that there is a supply problem and that demand worldwide is growing.

2270: 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.

2271: 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.

2272: 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.

2273: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 22 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.06.2008

Geo-politics played an important role in that Israel may have inadvertently sent a signal that it was practicing for an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Relevant violence in Nigeria and now a heating up of terrorist activities in Lebanon and speculators have had a hay-day as far as increasing the price of crude.

2274: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 19 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.06.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today due to the announcement by the Government of the People’s Republic of China that fuel prices would increase by 18%. The other factor is the 200,000 barrel per day increase in production that Saudi Arabia has promised.

2275: 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.

2276: Falklands Ocean 8 Update - Falklands (Fisheries) - 20.06.2008

Cllr Birmingham and the Director of fisheries have updated the media on the state of play regarding the sunken Korean Fishing Vessel.

2277: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 18 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.06.2008

The official reason why Light Sweet Crude prices increased significantly today is the mixed weekly inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration. We are still up in gasoline supplies this year over last year at this time when crude prices ranged around $67.00 per barrel.

2278: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 17 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.06.2008

Crude prices are slightly lower today due to reports of lowering demand and actions taken to target Wall Street speculators making exorbitant profits from high crude prices. HDR feels that there are enough people playing the stock market from their own computers to be another aspect of this problem.

2279: 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.

2280: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 16 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.06.2008

Two factors helped to decrease the price of crude today. One was the decrease in the price at which Kuwait and Iran will export their oil. Some articles say it could be about 50Cents per barrel. Another factor is the rumoured increase of production that could come out or the energy summit due to take place in Saudi Arabia on 22 June. Adding to the price fluctuations of crude recently is the strength and/or weakness of the US Dollar. Crude is traded in US Dollars and investors add dollars and cents per barrel of crude depending on the US Dollar’s weakness.

2281: New Director for UK Overseas Territories - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 17.06.2008

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has announced that Colin Roberts will succeed Leigh Turner as the new Director of Overseas Territories.

2282: St Helena's Access Project Manager's Activities - St Helena (Tourism/Travel) - 17.06.2008

The Access Project Manager, Sharon Wainwright, is currently overseas working with the DFID Access Team and others on matters related to the Access Project. The Access Assistant, Clare Harris, is also travelling to the UK for a period of work experience.

2283: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 15 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.06.2008

Crude prices declined today due to hopes that OPEC and Saudi Arabia will increase production. Some reports are of as much as 500,000 barrels a day and others only say by 200,000 barrels, giving no time limit.

2284: Days left to enter for the Lorenzo Natali Prize - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 16.06.2008

The Lorenzo Natali Prize is organized by the European Commission. This prize rewards the journalists working on the topic of the human rights or democracy in the developing world. We remind you that for the first time this year, the Lorenzo Natali Prize also involves radio and television journalists.

2285: Low Key Commemorations Mark 26th Liberation Anniversary in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2008

Bright, sunny weather helped to mark the 26th anniversary.

2286: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 12 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.06.2008

HDR feels that buyers need a little courage and a proper application of the word “no” when listening to fear mongers adept at making you think the sky will fall in unless you pay a few more dollars per barrel of crude.

2287: Cllr Stevens' Falklands Speech at the UN C-24 Committee - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.06.2008

Councillor Richard Stevens puts his case for Falklands Self Determination to the C-24 Committee on Decolonisation at the United Nations.

2288: Cllr Robertson's UN C-24 Speech - Falklands (Heritage) - 12.06.2008

This is the first time Cllr Robertson has spoken at the UN.

2289: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 11 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.06.2008

This begs the question – why buy in more crude at expensive prices when demand for its products is going down?

2290: 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.

2291: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 10 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.06.2008

Crude prices declined today when Saudi Arabia said that it would increase production. OPEC, meanwhile, has stated that increasing production won’t be considered until their meeting in September.

2292: 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

2293: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 09 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.06.2008

Crude prices dropped significantly today when Iyad Madani, Saudi Arabia's Information and Culture Minister in Saudi Arabia said that his government was calling for a conference between crude producers and Consuming countries.. He said that the current price of Crude was unjustified.

2294: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 08 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.06.2008

As expected speculators buying crude futures have brought the price of hydrocarbons products to al all time high. Crude on Friday added almost $11.00 per barrel to close at yet another all time high briefly touching $139.00 prior to settling back to $138.54. This time the panic buying has been caused by geopolitics, with fears that Israel might bomb a nuclear facility in Iran.

2295: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 05 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.06.2008

Everything but the kitchen sink has been used as an excuse for crude price increases today. The USD slide against the EURO, the jobs report, retail data and even a jump in wet weather were used as excuses today for an excessively sharp rise of almost $5.50 per barrel of both Brent and Light Sweet Crude.

2296: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 04 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.06.2008

Crude prices declined significantly today when the US Department of Energy Administration reported that inventories of gasoline increased to 209.1 million barrels.

2297: OTTAWA CONVENTION : DE-MINING : EXTENSION REQUEST BY UK - Falklands (Environment) - 05.06.2008

The British Government has, as provided for by the Ottawa Convention, sought a 10-year extension of the deadline for the UK to meet its obligation under the Convention to clear all anti-personnel landmines in mined areas under its jurisdiction and control.

2298: Falklands General Purposes Committee Report (02/06/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 05.06.2008

Cllr Mike Summers updated the media on this most important committee meeting.

2299: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 03 June 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.06.2008

Ben Bernanke Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank in the US has said that there will be no more interest rate cuts and warned of inflation. This sparked declines on Wall Street and sharp decreases in the price of crude.

2300: Falklands Complete Appropriation Bill - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.06.2008

Councillors have spoken about a difficult budget to balance.

2301: Falklands Executive Council Report (27 May 2008) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.06.2008

A review of what went on during this vital government committee meeting

2302: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 29 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.05.2008

Crude prices declined sharply today due to reduced gasoline demand in the United States and despite a sharp drop (8.8 million barrels) in crude inventories. The drop in crude inventories is temporary due to a delay in offloading tankers in the Gulf of Mexico.

2303: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 28 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.05.2008

Crude prices made significant gains today due to the Conference between the Prime Minister and Oil Company Representatives and the resulting reports. Classed as not helpful are remarks by “Analysts” touting $150.00 oil.

2304: Falklands Chamber of Commerce Reacts to Proposed Budget - Falklands (Business News) - 29.05.2008

The Chamber describes the budget proposals as inflationary.

2305: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 27 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.05.2008

High prices in the US and the resulting decrease in demand as well as the England haulers protest, a lack of a new threat on supply and emerging markets were the cause of significant price decreases today.

2306: Public Meeting Report (26/05/08) - Falklands (Education) - 28.05.2008

A public meeting took place in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall at 1700hrs on Monday, 26 May 2008.

2307: Governor's Address to the Budget Session of Leg-Co - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.05.2008

Last year, the 25th Anniversary of the Argentine invasion of the Falkland Islands and of their liberation by British forces, was a very moving year for us all.

2308: Falklands - Appropriation Bill 2008 - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 28.05.2008

This Bill contains the proposals that will be discussed in Select Committee. The Bill as amended will be presented to Legislative Council on Friday, 30 May 2008

2309: Public Meeting Report Part 2 - Falklands (Environment) - 28.05.2008

Pollution from Ocean 8 is fouling beaches in Berkley Sound

2310: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 25 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.05.2008

Rises in Light Sweet Crude prices today are due largely to rising consumption in China, the weak dollar and a flood of investors.

2311: Robyn Berntsen May Queen 2008 - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.05.2008

Robyn Berntsen has been crowned May Queen 2008 at the May Ball. Photo (C) J. Brock (FINN) - Dan Cofre, Prince Charming, Varity Livermore, May Princess, Robyn Berntsen, May Queen and David Phillips, Runner-up Prince Charming.

2312: Falklands May Ball Report - Falklands (Heritage) - 24.05.2008

A full selection of photos as well as commentary are available on: http:// www.falklandnews.com.

2313: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 22 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 23.05.2008

At the beginning of today’s session crude prices surged due to an article in the Wall Street Journal with a representative of the Paris-based International Energy Agency that indicated oil companies were not investing enough in ageing oil infrastructure. However, prices declined to close much lower at news of Petrobras striking more oil in its TUPI field.

2314: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 21 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.05.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today due to a decrease in supplies reported by the US Department of Energy Administration weekly inventory report for the week ending 16 May 2008.

2315: Van der Veer Won't be Drawn on Falklands Oil Participation - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.05.2008

For several months now speculation has been ripe that Royal Dutch Shell would farm-in or take over Borders and Southern’s tranches in the South Falkland Basin.

2316: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 20 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.05.2008

Today’s record crude prices reflect concerns about supply and the chalk and cheese affect of OPEC saying there is enough crude around to meet demand and people selling oil futures saying there isn’t enough crude around to meet the appetite of a thirsty market.

2317: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 19 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.05.2008

Today’s crude price increases are due to OPEC’s stance that there is sufficient supply around to meet demand and the organisation will not be increasing production.

2318: 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.

2319: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands (05/20/08) - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.05.2008

A look at how others are reporting on the Falklands.

2320: Ocean 8 Sinks in Berkley Sound - Falklands (Fisheries) - 20.05.2008

Korean Fishing Vessel Ocean 8 has sunk in Berkley Sound on Monday, 19 May 2008 at approximately 1000hrs LMT.

2321: Royal Falkland Islands Police to Investigate Retention of Partial Remains - Falklands (Heritage) - 20.05.2008

Government House has announced today that the Minister for the Overseas Territories in the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, Meg Munn MP, has drawn to the Argentine Government's attention the fact that a bone, which we believe may belong to an Argentine airman killed in 1982, was discovered in 1986 and subsequently retained by the police here without the Argentine authorities being informed.

2322: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 18 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.05.2008

Many analysts think that crude could go much higher than it is today but HDR feels that some point very soon the abscess is going to burst.

2323: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 15 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.05.2008

Volatile trading and a pipeline explosion in Nigeria were factors in the nearly flat result in crude prices today.

2324: Falklands People Reject Service Charge for BFBS TV Payment - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 16.05.2008

The people have spoken but will Councillors listen. The Jury is out.

2325: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 14 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.05.2008

Results from the US Department of Energy Administration Inventory Report for the week ending Friday, 09 May 2008 are inconclusive and have caused a decrease in the price of crude today.

2326: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 13 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.05.2008

Crude prices increased today on reports that Iran might decrease production.

2327: St Helena's New Shipping Officer Settles In - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 14.05.2008

The St Helena Government has appointed Belinda Beard to be Shipping Officer within the Office of the Governor.

2328: St Helena - PRELIMINARY LISTS OF ELECTORS 2008 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2008

The Preliminary Lists of Electors were issued on Wednesday 30 April 2008, in an Extraordinary Gazette.

2329: Falklands - Update 3 on the Ocean 8 Fire - Falklands (Fisheries) - 14.05.2008

FISHOPS has issued a navigation warning for all vessels to keep at least 1,000 metres from the Ocean 8, located at 51.33.854S and 057.54.27W

2330: 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.

2331: St Helena Swears in Acting Governor - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 14.05.2008

Ethel Yon OBE, Acting Chief Secretary, was sworn in as Acting Governor, today Saturday 10 May 2008 at 11am.

2332: St Helena Shares Views on the Constitution - St Helena (Legal) - 14.05.2008

After the St Helena Government announced that Constitutional Change was once again on the agenda, a total of 27 people attended public meetings to listen to what was being proposed. Each meeting was also attended by various Councillors and SHG officials.

2333: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 12 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.05.2008

Analysts today are blaming a decrease in demand due to high prices as the cause of declining crude prices.

2334: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday 11 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.05.2008

As long as the futures remain a hot commodity the price of crude will go up. People with money need a safe place to put it and these futures are not only safe but give a good return. This isn’t good if the majority of the world’s population cannot afford hydrocarbons products.

2335: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 08 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.05.2008

Increases in today’s crude prices are do to OPEC saying there is sufficient supply to meet demand.

2336: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 07 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.05.2008

Analysts seem baffled as to why, when supplies are good, the price of crude goes sky high. We wait and see if the good supply is due to weakening demand from newly poor would be road users who have been assaulted once too often at the pump.

2337: St Helena Councillors Attend Conferences - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 08.05.2008

St Helena will be represented at the 39th British Islands and Mediterranean Regional Conference in Gibraltar which takes place from 11 to 15 May 2008. The Island will also be represented at the Pre Overseas Territories Consultative Council in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

2338: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 06 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.05.2008

Analysts reports that demand won’t be affected by price, coupled with a veiled supply threat were the major factors in today’s crude price increases. Also on today’s palate are the weakening US Dollar and declining production in Mexico

2339: Are the Falklands Getting all the Micromanagement Paid For? - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

For the past six months or so people in the Falklands have been hit with the prospect of paying more of their take-home pay to the Government in one way or another.

2340: Ship Afire in Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

36 crewmembers off a Korean fishing vessel were rescued last night in Berkley Sound after a fire broke out onboard.

2341: St Helena Issues Preliminary Lists of Electors for 2008 - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 07.05.2008

The Preliminary Lists of Electors were issued on Wednesday 30 April 2008, in an Extraordinary Gazette.

2342: Falklands: Update on the Ocean 8 Fire - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

The Fire and rescue service planned to board the vessel on Wednesday once it was considered to be safe.

2343: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 05 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.05.2008

Consternation between Bull and Bear markets, supply problems in Nigeria and Scotland and the weakening US Dollar are factors leading to a sharp increase in the price of crude today.

2344: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands (05/05/08) - Falklands (Heritage) - 05.05.2008

A weekly look at how others see us and what has been written about the Falklands.

2345: Argentine Letters of Discomfort Taken in Stride - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.05.2008

True to form, the Argentines have issued a letter of discomfort (Disguised as a protest) to Rockhopper Exploration with reference to its plans to drill in the North Falkland Basin.

2346: Falklands - Joint Operators Meeting Held in Edinburgh - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.05.2008

Mrs Phyll Rendell, Head of the Mineral Resources Department, has reported that since the last meeting in February there has been a hive of activity with two overseas visits that have been widely reported

2347: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 04 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.05.2008

Many analysts believe it is the weakening state of the US Dollar and speculative investment in oil futures that have helped to keep the price of crude at a criminally high level.

2348: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 01 May 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.05.2008

Those seeking $200.00 crude should have their feet examined for bullet holes.

2349: Falklands Summary of Executive Council Meeting 24th April 2008 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.05.2008

The budget policy paper for 2008/09 was considered this month, as it normally is, and following a number of recommendations, was referred to the Budget Select Committee. An outstanding application for a further fund transfer was also considered and referred to the Budget Select Committee.

2350: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday 30 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.05.2008

Crude prices dropped significantly today due to more than expected crude supplies listed in the US Department of Energy Administration’s weekly Inventory Report.

2351: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 29 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.04.2008

Today, prior to the US Department of Energy Administration Weekly inventory report, there was a significant drop in crude prices.

2352: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 28 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.04.2008

Today’s price increases are due to the refinery strike in Scotland, attacks on Nigerian pipelines, and oil speculators.

2353: Falklands General Purposes Committee Meeting Report (25/04/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.04.2008

A meeting of General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 April 2008. On Friday, 25 April Dr Andrea Clausen briefed the Media on what happened during the meeting.

2354: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 27 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.04.2008

Sharp increases in crude prices on Friday were due to attacks on Nigerian pipelines, tensions in Iran, and a strike at a British refinery.

2355: A MODERNISED CONSTITUTION FOR ST HELENA, ASCENSION AND TRISTAN DA CUNHA - Tristan (Legal) - 28.04.2008

In 2005 a draft new Constitution of St Helena was prepared. It would have introduced a system of ministerial government. But the people of St Helena rejected that proposed change in a consultative poll. In doing so they also rejected a great deal of potential improvement that had nothing to do with ministerial government.

2356: St Helena EXCO Report for 22 April 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 26.04.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr updates us on what happened during this vital Committee meeting.

2357: 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.

2358: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 24 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.04.2008

One would think that decreasing the price of crude is as simple as increasing supply but the price per barrel of crude is down to Wall Street and where people put their money.

2359: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 23 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.04.2008

As crude prices become increasingly extortionate – even criminal, it is important to remember that once crude stockpiles bought in at lower prices are depleted and prices for hydrocarbons products increase significantly, demand will go sharply down because people won’t be able to afford filling up their tanks.

2360: 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.

2361: 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.

2362: Discussion and information sharing forums in the UK - St Helena (Education) - 24.04.2008

Kedell Worboys, the St Helena Government UK Representative, is planning to set up some discussion/information sharing forums in several geographical locations in the UK over the coming months for “Saints” to participate. These will enable Saints to discuss topical issues on the island and any issues affecting St Helenians collectively in the UK.

2363: Photos Sought for RMS St Helena - St Helena (Heritage) - 24.04.2008

St Helena Line is planning to change some of the pictures in the alleyways on the RMS St Helena.

2364: 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.

2365: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 21 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.04.2008

It seems as though people simply want a safe place to put their money ahead of several profit warnings from banks and the sub prime crisis. Oil futures seem to be a very safe bet right now.

2366: Falklands Celebrate Queen’s Birthday with a Parade - Falklands (Heritage) - 22.04.2008

A parade to celebrate the birthday of H. M. the Queen has been held at Victory Green today, 21st April 2008. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

2367: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 20 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.04.2008

Though the US Dollar is slightly stronger against other currencies the factor that increased the price of Crude on Friday was the supply disruption in Nigeria.

2368: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 17 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.04.2008

These high prices ahead of the summer drive season will not be good for those who depend on transport to make a living and extortionate prices have already added to the costs of everything from plane tickets to baked beans.

2369: Internet News Relevant to the Falkland Islands (18/04/08) - Falklands (Education) - 18.04.2008

Occasionally some of the Island newspapers will be compiling news from the internet relevant to each one. Tristan da Cunha has a compilation on its site at http://www.tristantimes.com.

2370: 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.

2371: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 16 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.04.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today on the weakening US Dollar and sharp reductions in supply listed on the US Department of Energy Administration’s weekly inventory report. This is the second day in a row that crude closed at record prices.

2372: Governor Gurr makes Presentations on behalf of the Falkland Islands Government - St Helena (Heritage) - 17.04.2008

On behalf of the Falkland Islands Government, Governor Gurr has presented Liberation Coins and Certificates to 10 St Helenians. The awardees were part of the team who travelled to the Falkland Islands with the old RMS ‘St Helena’ during the Falkland Island’s conflict.

2373: Extension of VMS to all licensed vessels Discussed at Fisheries Committee Meeting - Falklands (Fisheries) - 17.04.2008

Dr. John Barton, the Director of Fisheries has stated that AIS is due to be implemented on 1 July 2008 for all licensed vessels. He has proposed to make VMS also mandatory from 1 July 2008.

2374: DOA Activity Report (04/15/08) - Falklands (Agriculture) - 17.04.2008

Phyl Rendell updates us on what is happening at the AG Department this month.

2375: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 15 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 16.04.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today due to the weakening UD Dollar against the Euro. Supply concerns in Nigeria and speculation ahead of the US Department of Energy Administration Weekly Inventory Report also are factors in today’s price increases.

2376: St Helena Executive Council Meeting Report (04/04/08) - St Helena (Legal) - 16.04.2008

H. E. the Governor Mr Andrew Gurr updates us on what happened during this vital Government Committee meeting.

2377: 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.

2378: Falklands Prepare for Queen’s Birthday Parade - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.04.2008

The parade to celebrate the birthday of Her Majesty the Queen will be held at Victory Green on Monday 21st April 2008.

2379: 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.

2380: New St Helena Stamp Issue Commemorates the RAF at 90 - St Helena (Heritage) - 16.04.2008

The St Helena Post Office has issued a new set of stamps to commemorate the 90th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force.

2381: St Helena Post Office has released a new set of aerogramme designs - St Helena (Heritage) - 16.04.2008

Postmistress Beverley Francis said that the Post Office was without aerogrammes for a while, since the last consignment took a while to become exhausted, so it was decided to take a short break.

2382: St Helena Considers New Immigration Bill - St Helena (Legal) - 16.04.2008

A draft Immigration Control Bill was published today for public consultation. The purpose of this Bill is to modernise and simplify the laws relating to immigration, and the controls on working and landholding by immigrants.

2383: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 14 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.04.2008

Crude prices increased significantly today due to the slumping US Dollar and fickleness in the economy as well as supply disruptions in the US and Nigeria.

2384: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 15 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 15.04.2008

Crude prices increased sharply today due to the weakening UD Dollar against the Euro. Supply concerns in Nigeria and speculation ahead of the US Department of Energy Administration Weekly Inventory Report also are factors in today’s price increases.

2385: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 13 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.04.2008

Crude prices are up today due to the OPEC statement about not increasing production due to softer demand from the United States.

2386: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 10 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.04.2008

The major factor in today’s slight decrease in crude prices is an acknowledgement that a softer demand from the United States will make an increase in production unlikely.

2387: Falkland Islanders Angry About Proposed TV Levy - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 11.04.2008

Falkland Islanders have expressed their anger about a new TV levy that would force all householders to pay a fee for BFBS Television whether or not they watched it and even if or not they have a television in their homes.

2388: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 09 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.04.2008

True to form the US Department of Energy Administration Inventory Report for the week ending 04 April 2008 has been used to increase crude prices today. In the recent past, an increase in inventories has been used to increase crude prices.

2389: Bumper Year for Falklands Tourism - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 10.04.2008

Falkland Islands cruise ship passenger arrivals have increased by 21%. According to Tourism Manager, Jake Downing, over 67,700 cruise ship passengers were cleared to land in the Falklands between October 2007 and April 2008,

2390: Industry says increase in Loligo Fees Unwelcome - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.04.2008

Concern has been expressed by industry representatives of the Fisheries Committee about an increase in fees for the winter Loligo fishery.

2391: Internet News Relevant to the Falklands (10/04/08) - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 10.04.2008

For the past week relevant internet news was dominated by the remarkable physical challenge of Blind Dave Heeley and his sighted guide, Malcolm Carr.

2392: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 08 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.04.2008

Following the trend of profit taking then using fear to jack the price up, crude prices fell marginally today.

2393: 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.

2394: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 07 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.04.2008

Remarks from an OPEC Minister that the organisation will not lift production limits caused crude prices to increase today.

2395: Presentation of MBE to Miss Jenny Corker - St Helena (Heritage) - 08.04.2008

On Wednesday evening, 2 April 2008, His Excellency the Governor hosted a dinner at Plantation House in honour of Miss Jenny Corker, MBE.

2396: Blind Dave Has Five to Go - Falklands (Heritage) - 08.04.2008

Despite a lengthy delay in Argentina, blind Dave Heeley and his guide runner Malcolm Carr completed the first leg of their bid to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. It took Blind Dave and his guide runner just under 4.5 hours to complete the run at Mount Pleasant.

2397: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 06 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.04.2008

Friday’s crude price increases follow the pattern of profit taking followed by significant gains. The sliding US Dollar also played a part in the ritual.

2398: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 03 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.04.2008

Crude prices declined today on profit taking. The trend is to sell off when there are significant gains but crude prices don’t seem to be dropping significantly.

2399: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 02 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.04.2008

Today’s price increases are a result of a drop of 4.5 million barrels of gasoline in the US Department of Energy Inventory report for the week ending 28 March 2008.

2400: Day of Remembrance - Ascension (Heritage) - 03.04.2008

This past weekend, many people were honoured to be a part of the Day of Remembrance ceremonies.

2401: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 01 April 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.04.2008

Hopefully protests over the high cost hydrocarbons products will be peaceful. Some sacrifices must be made in order to help bring the price of these products down. If they increase any more the same protestors would be out of business and not delivering anyway.

2402: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 31 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.04.2008

Today’s decline in crude prices is due to a sell of and nothing to do with supply, geopolitics or refinery capacity.

2403: New Freight Rates Approved by Executive Council - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 01.04.2008

Cllr Rendell briefed the media on new freight rates for Concordia Bay, due to arrive in June.

2404: General Purposes Committee Report (31/03/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 01.04.2008

meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place last week and on Monday, 31 March 2008 Cllr Mike Summers briefed the media on what happened during this important committee meeting.

2405: Executive Council Meeting Report (26/03/08) - Falklands (Legal) - 01.04.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place on 26 March 2008.

2406: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 30 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.03.2008

The up and down world of crude prices won’t go down consistently until the bubble bursts. People are beginning to lose their jobs but it won’t be until there are genuine losses and a sharp decrease in demand that investors will get the message. Crude prices eased on a declining market this Friday.

2407: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 27 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.03.2008

Blame it on Basra – the price of crude has jumped again today due to the potential loss of fuel storage in the southern Iraqi city.

2408: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 26 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.03.2008

Today’s sharp rise in crude prices is due to a larger than expected decline in gasoline and distillate inventories according to the US Department of Energy Administration.

2409: MOD Increase Airbridge Ticket Prices - S.Atlantic (Tourism/Travel) - 26.03.2008

The Ministry of Defence are increasing ticket prices for civilian passengers on the airbridge.

2410: Police Committee Report (24/03/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 26.03.2008

A meeting of the Police Committee took place at Government House at 1400hrs on Monday, 24 March 2008.

2411: 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.

2412: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 25 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.03.2008

Today’s crude price rises are due to the sinking US dollar and anticipation over the inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration due out on Wednesday.

2413: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 23 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.03.2008

Crude prices are rising again on fears that OPEC is to cut production, the weakening US Dollar and an incident at a refinery.

2414: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 20 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.03.2008

Crude prices have declined sharply yesterday and today due to a fear of decreasing demand and reaction from a strengthening US Dollar. Prices are still extortionately high and won’t come down until investors stop profit taking on a commodity that all of us use.

2415: Falklands Wind Farm to Save Fuel Consumption - Falklands (Environment) - 20.03.2008

The wind farm in the Falklands will save on fuel consumption and has not yet reached its full potential.

2416: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 18 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.03.2008

Crude prices increased today on the back of a huge FED bail-out.

2417: MPs Complete Falklands Visit - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 19.03.2008

Mr Eric Illsley (LAB Barnsley Central) admitted to learning a lot about life in the Falklands while taking evidence for the Foreign Affairs Committee.

2418: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 17 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.03.2008

An interesting move by Venezuela means that Euros will be used as a standard currency if Hugo Chavez has its way. The jury is out on whether this will hurt or help the standard crude price.

2419: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 16 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 17.03.2008

Now we have identified a major reason why crude prices are so high we should do something about it.

2420: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 12 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.03.2008

A declining US Dollar against the Euro is a major factor in today's crude price increase.

2421: Dave Heeley - Running Blind in the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.03.2008

Guide Dogs for the Blind, a charity, is set to benefit from Mr Heeley's marathon participation Photo (c) 7mm.org.uk

2422: Donations needed as Dave Heeley Refused Direct Flight from Argentina - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.03.2008

One wonders why on one hand Argentina wants NOK to fly but refuses permission for the Guide Dogs charity.

2423: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 13 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.03.2008

Thank goodness it's oil and not water that is considered to be a safe place to invest money.

2424: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 11 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.03.2008

Crude prices hit a new high today before falling back slightly.

2425: Island Spammers Ain't Necessarily So - Falklands (Business News) - 12.03.2008

It's mainland spammers who steal e-mail addresses to suit.

2426: Charles Stanley Rep Visits the Falklands - Falklands (Business News) - 10.03.2008

Islanders can now buy and sell shares through Charles Stanley

2427: Future of Lighthouse Seamen's Mission Discussed at Informal Meeting - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.03.2008

Seventy eight hours a week is too much for one person but Betty and Howard Turner put in 156 hours between them.

2428: Commonwealth Day Message from HM the Queen - All (Heritage) - 10.03.2008

The environment played a central role in HM the Queen's Commonwealth Day Message.

2429: St Helena Executive Council Meeting 06/03/08 - St Helena (Legal) - 10.03.2008

Many of you will know that Matt Young and Kedell Worboys, both directors of the Saint Helena Line that is responsible to SHG for the management of the RMS, have been visiting us.

2430: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 10 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.03.2008

FDR said if the Depression that there is nothing to fear but fear itself. This is a factor in the high price of crude today.

2431: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 09 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 09.03.2008

Declining share prices, employment and production have helped crude prices to decrease.

2432: South Georgia News and Events for February 2008 - S.Georgia (Heritage) - 08.03.2008

The February edition of South Georgia News and Events is out and the article below is included in this very informative on line newsletter. Enjoy! Graphic (c) Crown Copyright - Royal Navy - M/S Explorer on the bottom

2433: Hydrocarbons Daily Record: Thursday, 06 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.03.2008

Crude prices are up again and someone is making money while the rest of us are heating one day and eating the next.

2434: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 05 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.03.2008

The OPEC decision not to increase production and a sharp decline in crude stocks in the US have caused crude prices to rise today.

2435: Cllr Summers Nixes Illegal Argentine Charter Flights to the Falklands - Falklands (Legal) - 06.03.2008

Cllr Mike Summers has thrown cold water on an Argentine plea for a charter flight from Argentina carrying next of kin to the Falklands.

2436: House of Lords Debate on the British Overseas Territories - All (Gen - Government) - 06.03.2008

Baroness Hooper asked Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to act on the findings of the National Audit Office report on the overseas territories.

2437: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 03 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.03.2008

Why pump crude if people can't afford luxury hydrocarbons products?

2438: Two Jumping Ship Claim Assault - Falklands (Fisheries) - 04.03.2008

Two Vietnamese crew from a Taiwanese Jigger have survived a swim in Stanley Harbour and claim assault on the high seas.

2439: 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.

2440: Update on Operation Zest - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 04.03.2008

The Tristan Administrator called a meeting with the Island Council on Thursday 28th February at 15:00hrs to meet Captain Paddy McAlpine, the Navy Captain in charge of Operation zest, together with Captain Peter Frame (Lyme Bay Skipper) and Major Mike Forster (OC Res) to brief them on the plan of operation over the next few weeks. Photos(c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

2441: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 04 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 04.03.2008

The OPEC decision on crude production is pending and could spike prices again.

2442: Falklands: Illex Season Heats Up - Falklands (Fisheries) - 03.03.2008

Fishing vessels are coming to Stanley to pick up their licences.

2443: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 02 March 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 02.03.2008

Profit taking and the weak US Dollar have helped Light Sweet Crude prices to spike at 0ver $103.00 per barrel.

2444: Deportation Row Heats up in Fiji - S.Atlantic (Gen - Government) - 29.02.2008

This article is reprinted from the FIJI Sun. This is another in SARTMA's Press Freedom Series.

2445: General Purposes Committee Report (02/25/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.02.2008

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 20 February 2008.

2446: Ploe to Pole Yacht Visits Stanley - Falklands (Heritage) - 29.02.2008

the Aluminium Schooner, Blizzard, has visited Stanley.

2447: Hydrocarbons Daily Record: Wednesday, 27 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.02.2008

A good inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration helped to lower the price of crude today.

2448: Operation Zest Gets Underway - Tristan (Shipping/Freight) - 28.02.2008

The Lyme Bay which departed Cape Town last Saturday arrived at Tristan early yesterday morning. Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

2449: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 28 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.02.2008

Crude closed at a record high today due to a gas terminal fire in the UK.

2450: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 26 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.02.2008

Now that crude is spiking at $100.00 a barrel people will stop buying and more of us will switch to alternative energy.

2451: Falklands Executive Council Report (02/21/08) - Falklands (Legal) - 26.02.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place on Thursday, 21 February 2008. Cllr Summers reviewed the meeting for FINN.

2452: Legislative Council Friday, 22 February 2008 (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 25.02.2008

A meeting of Legislative Council took place in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Friday, 22 February 2008.

2453: Legislative Council 22 February 2008 (Part 2) - Falklands (Legal) - 25.02.2008

The Debate over Positive Discrimination

2454: Legislative Council Friday, 22 February 2008 (Part 3) - Falklands (Legal) - 25.02.2008

Legislation and Motion for Adjournment Speeches.

2455: Desire Shares Soar as Farm-in Agreement is Announced - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.02.2008

Desire Petroleum has a farm-in agreement that will lead to exploratory drilling in the North Falkland Basin.

2456: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 25 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 25.02.2008

On the later, I feel that dwindling demand means there is no reason to increase production. Demand is cut because prices are extortionately high.

2457: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 21 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.02.2008

Weak economic data, fear of dropping demand and good inventories helped crude prices to decline today.

2458: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 20 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.02.2008

The Federal Reserve Bank today said it expected very low growth in the next quarter and this initially put the pennies on to the price of crude today, causing light sweet crude to rise above $101.00.

2459: 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.

2460: ST HELENA ExCO Report 12th February 2008 - St Helena (Legal) - 21.02.2008

This week’s EXCO was the longest one I have chaired. There were 8 papers in all, a few more than usual, and some of the issues were worthy of lengthy deliberation.

2461: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 19 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.02.2008

That which we feared has come upon us - $100.00 crude.

2462: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 18 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.02.2008

Seismic in Rockhopper's acreage looks outstanding.

2463: CPA Delegation Enthusiastic About Falklands' Economy - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 19.02.2008

A team of four UK Parliamentarians have concluded their visit to the Falkland Islands. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN)

2464: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 17 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.02.2008

It's time to look for a drill rig or drill rig for the North Falklands Basin

2465: Up-date on Factory Fire - Friday 15th - Tristan (Fisheries) - 15.02.2008

Things are getting back to some normality after the Fish Factory was destroyed in the early hours of the morning on the 13th February. Photos (c) James Glass A view of the fire as it finished off the factory and the removal of tainted lobster-tail from the collapsed freezer.

2466: Falklands Should Have a Constitution by Mid Year - Falklands (Legal) - 14.02.2008

With only three issues to resolve, the Falklands should have a new constitution by new year. Photo (c) Penguin News: From left to right: Cllr Robertson, Cllr Stevens,Cllr Hansen,Mr Andrew Allen, Ms Susan Dickson, Mr Ian hendry, Mr Michael Bradley, H. E. the Governor Mr Alan Huckle,Mr David Pickup (Attorney General) Cllr Birmingham, Cllr Rendell, Cllr Dr Clausen and Cllr Summers.

2467: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 14 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 14.02.2008

The economy is worse and higher crude prices aren't helping.

2468: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 12 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.02.2008

The expected increase in crude supplies has caused prices to decrease today. One item that may cause inventories to rise is the decreased capacity for refineries to process crude into hydrocarbons products.

2469: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 13 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 13.02.2008

The inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration caused mixed results for crude prices today.

2470: Tristan da Cunha Factory Fire on 13th February 2008 - Tristan (Fisheries) - 13.02.2008

Local Shock and Dismay at Calamity of Factory Loss Initial report from Administrator David Morley sent at 13.37 on Wednesday 13th February. Photos (c) David Morley Views of the fire damage

2471: UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office Press Release - Tristan (Fisheries) - 13.02.2008

We can confirm that early on Wednesday 13 February there was a fire at the fish-processing factory on Tristan da Cunha. Photo (c) David Morley A view of the fire damage

2472: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 11 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.02.2008

Hugo Chavez' empty threats helped to increase the price of crude today.

2473: 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.

2474: 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.

2475: Fisheries Protection Dorada Statement 07Feb08 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 11.02.2008

Dorada Marine Limited committed to the sale of the M.V. Dorada earlier this week. The decision to commit the vessel for sale, a decision which was not at all taken lightly, had the fullest regard of many months of discussion and negotiation with the Falkland Islands Government. It is expected that the M.V. Dorada will depart the Falklands during mid February.

2476: Planning and Building Committee Reports (080207) - Falklands (Business News) - 11.02.2008

Graham France updates us on what happened at this important Committee meeting.

2477: St Helena Appointment of Acting Chief Secretary - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 11.02.2008

Governor Gurr has appointed Ethel Yon OBE, Deputy Chief Secretary, to be Acting Chief Secretary. The appointment follows the resignation of former Chief Secretary, Martin Hallam which was announced by Governor Gurr on 31 January 2008.

2478: All Set for $200.00 Crude? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 11.02.2008

$200.00 Crude will hurt people socialist governments vow to protect - the nation's poor.

2479: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 10 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.02.2008

Geopolitical concerns in Nigeria have caused crude prices to increase significantly over the weekend.

2480: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday, 07 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.02.2008

Crude price rises today are tied to an increase in the US stock Exchange.

2481: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 06 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.02.2008

Today's inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration has helped to lower the price of crude.

2482: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 04 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.02.2008

Increased demand caused crude prices to rise today.

2483: Update on F/V/ FERRAMELES Crew - Falklands (Fisheries) - 05.02.2008

Crew are being looked after at the Seamen's Mission.

2484: 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.

2485: Successful Familiarisation Visit By Two Officials - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.02.2008

Ms Mariot Leslie and Mr Andrew Jackson have visited the Falklands to see what the place is like and to meet the people. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Ms Mariot Leslie and Mr Andrew Jackson.

2486: St. Helena Executive Council Report (29.01.08) - St Helena (Legal) - 04.02.2008

This week, someone said to me that they did not know the difference between LEGCO and EXCO. I felt it might be helpful to start with that and see if I can make it clear.

2487: Protection of St Helena’s Fishing Industry - St Helena (Fisheries) - 04.02.2008

A letter by Mrs Julie Thomas to St Helena Herald published in the 11th January 2008 edition asks “What are we doing to assist our fishing industry?”

2488: St Helena Fisheries Statistics (01/02/08) - St Helena (Fisheries) - 04.02.2008

A brief review of what St. Helenians are catching in their EEZ

2489: Falkland Wool Growers Report for Week Ending 01/02/08 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 04.02.2008

Robert Hall tells us what happened in the wool market last week

2490: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Sunday, 03 February 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.02.2008

Crude prices are lower due to the economic situation in the United States.

2491: 32 Safe as FERRAMELES Sinks in FICZ - Falklands (Fisheries) - 03.02.2008

Crew are being cared for at the Seamen's Mission.

2492: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Wednesday, 30 January 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 31.01.2008

Crude prices increased again today despite the 100,000 per day OPEC production increase.

2493: Visit By CPA UK Branch Members to the Falklands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 31.01.2008

Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Branch Members will visit theFalklands in February.

2494: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Tuesday, 29 January 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 30.01.2008

Crude prices have ratcheted up with the market. If hydrocarbons products are priced too high people won't buy them.

2495: Executive Council Meeting 24 January 2008 - Falklands (Legal) - 30.01.2008

A meeting of Executive Council took place at Government House on 24 January 2008

2496: Falklands General Purposes Committee Brief (01/28/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 29.01.2008

A meeting of the General Purposes Committee took place on Wednesday, 23 January 2008 and Cllr Summers explained what happened to the media.

2497: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Monday, 28 January 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.01.2008

Market fluctuations again have increased the price of crude.

2498: Update on Repatriation of the two Nationals From the Democratic Republic of Congo - St Helena (Legal) - 27.01.2008

The Office of the Governor has today announced that the two stowaways from the Democratic Republic of Congo will not travel on the RMS St Helena tomorrow, 23 January, as originally intended, since there are no available berths.

2499: St Helena Discussions on Financial Services and Money Laundering - St Helena (Legal) - 27.01.2008

The first round of public consultation on proposed legislation for financial services and money laundering has been completed. This was achieved with public meetings being held at the Half Tree Hollow and Jamestown Community Centres.

2500: Tristan da Cunha: Harbour Repair and Refurbishment Project - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 27.01.2008

Tristan Administrator David Morley recently took the opportunity to brief the Tristan community via the Island's newly relaunched radio station, Atlantic FM, about plans for the harbour repair and refurbishment project.

2501: H.E. THE GOVERNOR MR ANDREW GURR’S ASCENSION ISLAND REPORT - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 27.01.2008

This report has been prepared for the people of Saint Helena and those Saints living and working on Ascension Island.

2502: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Friday, 25 January 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.01.2008

Todays crude prices are directly related to market shares but someone forgot to tell the traders that the market ended down.

2503: SOUTH GEORGIA ICEFISH FISHERY SEEKS MSC CERTIFICATION - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 25.01.2008

A South Georgia fishery has become the 50th fishery currently undergoing public full assessment under the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) [1] standard for sustainable and well-managed fisheries.

2504: St Helena Fishing News - St Helena (Fisheries) - 25.01.2008

Argos Atlantic Cold Stores Ltd closed its doors for the 2007 Christmas festive season. No fish was received during this time and some of the local fishing vessels were lifted for maintenance.

2505: Falklands NVQ and Apprentice Certificates Awarded - Falklands (Education) - 25.01.2008

NVQ Candidates and Apprentices received their certificates at Government House on Monday evening at a reception hosted by H. E. the Governor Mr. Alan Huckle.

2506: Falklands Public Meeting Report (22/01/08) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 25.01.2008

A public meeting took place in the Court and Council Chamber of the Town Hall on Tuesday, 22 January 2008 beginning at 1700hrs.

2507: Hydrocarbons Daily Record Thursday 24 January 2008 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.01.2008

Crude prices increased today because share prices increased.

2508: Ascension : Conservation Weekly - Pinniped Visitor! - Ascension (Environment) - 21.01.2008

Shortly after Christmas, Ascension’s shores were home to an unusual pinniped visitor. Photo (c) Ascension Conservation - Though this photo doesn't properly show it, this seal has been injured by an as yet unspecified source.

2509: GOVERNOR GURR CHAIRS EXCO OVER THE PHONE - St Helena (Legal) - 18.01.2008

Due to the wonders of technology I was able to chair this morning’s Executive Council from Ascension Island. Also I apologise for the fact that this is being recorded over the phone, so I probably sound more tinny than usual.