Articles published in December 2004
  32 articles published

1: Falklands Launch Tsunami-Earthquake Appeal - S.Atlantic (Geological Events) - 31.12.2004

Heartfelt responses to the human loss and suffering in the nations around the Indian Ocean have been felt in the Falklands

2: Hanky-Panky Allegations Refuted by Chief Islander - Tristan (Health) - 29.12.2004

In defence of her Island’s ancestry, Chief Islander, Anne Green has refuted an article entitled “Ancestry Research Exposes Hanky Panky,” which appeared on December 5th in the South African newspaper the Johannesburg Sunday Times, and written by Shantini Naidoo.

3: Falkland Wool Growers Report for Week Ending 24 December 2004 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 27.12.2004

Find out how the wool market did last week.

4: Falklands: Seismic Survey Update - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 27.12.2004

Roger Spink of the Falkland Islands company tells us what is happening with the seismic survey.

5: The Necessity Behind Protecting Our Children - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 26.12.2004

A workshop to launch a strategy for child protection in the South Atlantic Overseas Territories was hosted by the Ascension Island Government on 19 December 2004.

6: MARSH AWARD - Ascension (Environment) - 23.12.2004

On Tuesday, 14th December in the Map Room at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Tara George received the Marsh Award for International Bird Conservation.

7: Launch of a Child Protection Strategy - Ascension (Education) - 23.12.2004

Ascension Island Government hosted a conference workshop over the weekend to launch a strategy for Child Protection in the South Atlantic Overseas Territories.

8: Where in the World? - S.Atlantic (Heritage) - 20.12.2004

This is a photo of Christmas/New Years Celebrations but where in the world is it?

9: Falkland wool Growers Report for Week Ending 17 December 2004 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 20.12.2004

find out what the wool market did last week.

10: Brighter future for Ascension's Seabird Colonies - S.Atlantic (Environment) - 18.12.2004

One of the world’s most important seabird colonies now has a brighter future, thanks to an innovative project, which has taken place on Ascension Island. Photo(c) J. Brock (SARTMA-ASI) Brown Noddies and Boobies on Boatswainbird Island. The seabirds of Ascension, until recently, had been banished to stacks and islets by wild cats.

11: CTF Interviews David Hudd - Falklands (Business News) - 17.12.2004

Falkland Islands Holdings has been in the news again this week, with its Chairman, David Hudd (DH) announcing that the Company will be looking for more acquisitions in the U.K. Ferry business, following its £8Million take-over of Portsmouth Harbour Ferry.

12: PRESS RELEASE - RMS ST HELENA FORWARD SCHEDULE - St Helena (Shipping/Freight) - 16.12.2004

As the public are already aware, following the advice of the High Point Rendell Study, a decision was taken to withdraw the RMS St Helena

13: One to One With Chris Burgess - S.Atlantic (Legal) - 15.12.2004

Firearms Consultant, Chris Burgess tells Corina Goss about his work and advice to Police Forces all over the world.

14: News Items From St. Helena - St Helena (Business News) - 15.12.2004

SHG are inviting suggestions for the next scheduled sailing of the RMS St. Helena. This follows a trial run with the ship serving the South Atlantic only, without calling in at the UK.

15: Falkland Islands Holdings: Interim Results - Falklands (Business News) - 15.12.2004

For details, see below.

16: Desire May Enter Into Farm-Out Agreement - Falklands (Business News) - 15.12.2004

The Board can confirm that it is considering all the alternatives available to Desire to commence an exploration drilling programme in the North Falklands Basin and, as previously announced, Desire is in discussion with a number of companies which may wish to participate in such a programme.

17: SAFC Press Release - Falklands (Fisheries) - 14.12.2004

The South Atlantic Fisheries Commission met last week in Buenos Aires.

18: Bill Hunter-Christie Prize - Falklands (Heritage) - 14.12.2004

The Bill Hunter-Christie Prize has been awarded to Kerry Anne Ross.

19: Toddle Raises Money for Playground Fund - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.12.2004

Sunday morning's Excellent weather helped to make the Toddle an enjoyable event. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN) The view of participants from near the monument.

20: Falkland Wool Growers Report for Week Ending 12/10/04 - S.Atlantic (Agriculture) - 12.12.2004

Find out what the wool market did last week.

21: Caught in the Net With Richard Cockwell - Falklands (Business News) - 11.12.2004

Today’s guest is Cllr. Richard Cockwell (RC), who is chair of the Fisheries Committee. He’s in to talk to us about FIPASS, the appointment of a director of port operations and the establishment of a port authority. Photo: (c) J. Brock (FINN) Sian Ferguson, left and Corina Goss, right, doing an outside broadcast. They have presented One to One and Caught in the Net this week.

22: Battle Day: Sun Drenched and Dignified - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 10.12.2004

An anniversary to mark the 90th anniversary of Adm. Sturdee’s defeat of Adm. Graff Von Spee off the Falkland Islands in 1914 was marked by a Memorial Service at Christ Church Cathedral and a Wreath Laying at the Battle Monument. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) H.E. the Governor Mr. Pearce takes the salute from the FIDF.

23: New Player on Falklands Oil Scene - S.Atlantic (Mineral Resources) - 10.12.2004

Crude Oil and Gas Limited has announced that the Falkland Islands Government has awarded it two exploration/production licences in the North Falkland Basin, covering an area of 4,140 square kilometres. kilometres.

24: INFRASOUND ON ASCENSION - Ascension (Gen - Government) - 09.12.2004

The Works Department of the Ascension Island Government are pleased to announce the successful completion of the construction of, 8 Array Sites, 1 CPF (Central Process Facility) and 1 Relay Station.

25: FIH: Ferry Company Offer Received - Falklands (Business News) - 08.12.2004

Third party proposal withdrawn, Offer extended and Recommendation

26: FGML Offer Oversubscribed - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.12.2004

FGML today announced that, as at 3.00 pm on 7 December 2004, the closing time and date of the Offer, it had received 1,543 applications for a total amount of £5,662,890, representing 14,157,225 Ordinary Shares.

27: One to One With Stephen Luxton - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 08.12.2004

Corina Goss of FIBS Asks Cllr. Luxton about his portfolio responsibilities.

28: FOGL Awarded 50,000 sq km Extra Acreage - Falklands (Heritage) - 07.12.2004

Falkland Oil and Gas Limited (“FOGL”) announces that it has been awarded an offshore production licence for an additional 50,000 sq km by the government of the Falkland Islands; the licence area is adjacent to its existing licences where FOGL is in a Joint Venture with Hardman Resources.

29: We Can Stop Vessels From Entering Through the Narrows Says Councillor - Falklands (Shipping/Freight) - 07.12.2004

Councillor Cockwell Answers a written question about preventing vessels from entering Stanley Harbour from the narrows.

30: Infant/Junior School: December's First Carol Service - Falklands (Heritage) - 06.12.2004

Students at the Infant/Junior School in Stanley have presented their annual Christmas Carol Service and Nativity at Christ Church Cathedral on Wednesday, 01 December 2004. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Infant/Junior School Students at the Carol Service

31: Camp Matters With Steve Pointing - Falklands (Business News) - 04.12.2004

The Senior Vet talks about changes and charges at the vetrinary department.

32: Executive Council Report for November 2004 - Falklands (Legal) - 02.12.2004

There were two special sessions of Exco held last month in addition to the normal meeting. Governor Howard Pearce (HP) explains.