Articles published in June 2007
  48 articles published

1: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (28/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 29.06.2007

Remarks made about inflation concerns by the Federal Reserve Bank have helped crude prices to increase today.

2: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (27/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 28.06.2007

Analysis got it wrong and a decline in distillate and gasoline inventories helped to increase the price of crude today.

3: UK CHAGOS SUPPORT ASSOCIATION. - Ascension (Heritage) - 28.06.2007

May’s Update went out hard on the heels of the excellent court ruling: congratulations once again to Richard Gifford, Sir Sydney Kentridge and all the legal team. Olivier Bancoult returned to a hero’s welcome in Port Louis.

4: Hydrocarbons Daily Record 26/06/07 - Falklands (Legal) - 27.06.2007

Optimism ahead of the US Department of Energy Administration inventory report has helped to lower the price of crude today.

5: Public Meeting Report (26/06/07) - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 27.06.2007

A public meeting took place at 1700 hrs on Tuesday, 26 June 2007 in the Court and Council Chamber of the town hall.

6: Interim Social Development Planner for St Helena - St Helena (Gen - Government) - 27.06.2007

Anne Muir, Social Development Planner, is on island for four months – until late October 2007.

7: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (25/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 26.06.2007

Worries over supply could cause crude prices to fluctuate higher. Refinery capacity has caused a slow-down in processing crude into gasoline and distillates.

8: Hydrocarbons Weekend Record (22 to 24 June 2007) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 24.06.2007

A great bottleneck has occurred in the gasoline supply at the refineries as capacity continued its slip last week. This added to general financial worries in the United States added to pressure to increase the price of crude. Crude prices are fluctuating upwards and are expected to continue rising until summer drive season and the hurricane season are over.

9: Falkland Wool Growers Report for Week Ending 22/06/07 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 23.06.2007

Robert Hall updates us on what the wool market did last week.

10: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (21/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 22.06.2007

Crude prices remained largely flat today due to the easing of supply worries from Nigeria. Refinery capacity remains the bottleneck, with the decline of capacity from 91.1% at the end of May to 87.6% in mid June. This isn’t good news for road users during the summer drive season

11: Statement to the Decolonisation Committee The Hon. Dr. Richard Davies - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 22.06.2007

Today you will hear arguments from Argentina that we, the people of the Falkland Islands have no right to self determination, although under the UN charter, all non self governing territories, including the Falkland Islands (and Gibraltar) have an inalienable right to self determination.

12: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (20/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 21.06.2007

Inventory reports showing a dramatic increase in stocks of crude, gasoline and distillates have helped the price of crude to lower today.

13: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (19/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 20.06.2007

An oil industry strike over a rise in oil taxes in Nigeria on the horizon has caused a mixed result in the price of crude today, with NYMEX Crude trading up one cent and Brent Crude trading down 34 Cents.

14: Lands Committee Meeting Report - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 20.06.2007

A meeting of the Lands Committee took place in the Liberation Room at 1330hrs on Thursday, 07 June 2007 in the Liberation Room of the Secretariat. Present at the meeting were: The Honourable Dr R Davies (Chairman), The Honourable Mr M Rendell, Mr Manfred Keenleyside (DPW), Mrs Phyll Rendell (DMRA), Ms Andrea Wright (EPO), Mr Alan Dawson (BA), Miss Alison Inglis CC(A), Mrs Margaret Butler (Sec) Cllr Davies (Chair) declared an interest in item 4.3. and Mrs Inglis CC(A) declared an interest in item 4.10. Councillor Rendell declared an interest in item 7. The minutes of the Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 10th May 2007 were confirmed. Post meeting BA advised Sec Item 4.15 should read Cable & Wireless “request to lease land on south slope of Mt William” and not “south slop”. Request for Lease of the Quarantine Station Fox Bay CC(A) advised members that Mrs. Cockwell has accepted FIG’s terms for the lease of the Quarantine Station and has suggested that the Lease includes a “right to roam” clause allowing access for recreation by foot, vehicle or horseback. Members agreed. Preparation of the lease is in hand The Old Telephone Exchange Building DWP advised members that PWD has been asked by ExCo whether it is feasible to use the building as public toilets. DPW advised that physically the building would be large enough although there were large areas of glazing which is unusual for public toilets. It may be possible to put protective film over the windows. As this is an old building it was important not to ruin the external character so further consideration was needed on this issue. The conversion costs might prove prohibitive, but PWD were working on costings. Members agreed that this is a much needed facility and noted that off street parking would not be an issue. CC(A) advised that if a decision is made not to use the building as public toilets, it can be put out to tender very quickly for commercial use by a tourist-oriented business. Ken Passfield – Construction of small jetty at the Canache CC(A) advised members that she had still not received a response to the letter sent to Mr Passfield after the April meeting. A follow-up letter has now been sent to him. Royal Marines Memorial CC(A) had written to the Chairman of the RMA apologising for the error in her previous letter, and confirming that the Lands Committee did not want to impose a rigid timetable, just ensure that the work was completed in a tidy and timely fashion. Chairman of the RMA had since spoken to BA and Sec, saying it was anticipated completion of the Memorial would take place by the end of October. Because of the location and the importance of keeping the site tidy, the RMA’s workmen were considering using a large tent to keep the area covered whilst the stone wall was built. Request for Site for Dog Cages CC(A) advised members that Mr May has accepted FIG’s terms for the lease of a site south of Airport Road for the construction of dog cages. Mr May had submitted a planning application. If this was granted, CC(A) would put the lease in hand. Request for Lease at the Canache CC(A) advised members that Mr Davy of Stevedore & Fisheries has accepted FIG’s terms for a lease of the eastern Pier Head at the south side of the Canache. However, Mr Davy has raised concerns about the location of Mr Neil Rowland’s pontoon, which is due to be installed on the same pier. Mr Davy has spoken to the Marine Officer and the Design Office who assumed that the pontoon would be sited North/South alongside the rock causeway and Ramp and not at the Pier Head. In conversation, Mr Rowlands advised Mr Davy that he intends to site the pontoon at a NW/SE angle abutting the Pier Head. Members agreed they expected the pontoon to be sited North/South. It was agreed that CC(A) should check Mr Rowland’s original application, and write to him, asking him to delay installing the pontoon until the Marine Officer returns from holiday in July so that the Marine Officer can approve the positioning of it. Policy on Licences to Hold Land Councillor Rendell advised members that this matter had been raised at ExCo who had agreed with Committee’s views [ie. that the restriction on the grant of a Licence to Hold Land to purchase a building plot in Stanley “except a property built using an FIG subsidy” applied only to the first purchase of future building plots developed with an FIG subsidy]. CC(A) asked whether ExCo had agreed that a person subject to such a restriction should be able to purchase a plot developed with an FIG subsidy if they repaid the whole of the subsidy to FIG. Cllr Rendell said that had not been specifically discussed, but was within the spirit of the ExCo decision. Falklands Veterans Foundation – 1 Rowlands Rise CC(A) advised members that the Building Licence has been signed. The Chandlery are due to upgrade their services, and FIG have put them in touch with the FVF to explore whether there are any options for the two properties to share services and reduce costs. Application to purchase land at the rear of 1 and 3 Ian Campbell Drive DPW advised members that if FIG sold the plot as previously approved by the Committee, it would cause PWD problems accessing services in the south-east corner of the plot. DPW suggested that the south-east corner of the plot be excluded from the sale. Members agreed. EPO said this was unlikely to cause a problem with the planning application, although it would have a slight effect on the building density. Applications for Building Plots: Members considered and approved the following applications: Mrs Davina Peck Mr Christopher Burt Planning Applications Members discussed the following planning applications affecting FIG property: 46/07 - Hatchery at Moody Brook. The erection of reefer containers was within the spirit of the agreement for use of the land by FIDC. 50/07 - 1 Ian Campbell Drive (rear of), Stanley. Application deferred. 52/07 - 17 Coastel Road, Stanley. CC(A) advised members that she had recently contacted CFL about the continued delay in construction of their warehouse, as they were far behind the deadlines in their Building Licence. Sale of Building Plots at “Balloon Site” and “Coseley Site” DPW produced plans showing the “Balloon Site” at Bypass Road. The plans show the useable limits of the site (which is about 1 acre) and indicative layouts showing some existing services. There is a sub-station close by for electricity. Looking at the indicative layouts, members agreed with DMRA’s suggestion that it should be a condition of the sale that the access into the development was taken from immediately opposite the entrance to the DoA and Eliza Cove Tip. Any indicative plans showing this entrance are to be made available with the tender documents. Members discussed the proposed 20% density rule which is still up for public consultation and what impact this could have on the maximum density of houses. It was noted that the plot could accommodate at least 8 terraced or semi-detached houses. If detached houses were erected, the plot could accommodate at least 5, 2 to the east and 3 to the west of the access point. CC(A) said that the feedback from 2 Goss Road suggested that people wanted to build bigger houses. CC(A) suggested that the sale should be on condition at least 5 houses were built. This would allow the developer more flexibility, and they could build whatever they thought would sell. Members then discussed pricing and it was felt that the most applicable comparison was the Moody Brook Road plot. It was agreed to discuss pricing further in Part 2. It was agreed that the time scale for development of this site would be 3 years. 1 year for planning permission and building permit; 2 years to construct the foundation; 3 years for external completion. All servicing for both plots will be by and at the expense of the developer. DPW produced a plan showing the “Coseley Site” at Moody Street. Members discussed the issue of parking first. It was not felt appropriate for vehicular access to be taken from Moody Street or Brandon Road. Access would only be allowed from Moody Street during the construction phases. It would be for the developer to construct parking spaces on the hardstanding to the east along Moody Street to the satisfaction of DPW, and the cost of this was part of the project. Various options were discussed regarding the sale of the property. Members were not confident that the existing building had any value, and felt that offering it for sale separately might delay development of the plot as in that case the building licence would have to wait until the building was removed. It was therefore agreed that the sale of the plot should be on condition the purchaser remove the building and erect a new house in its place. For this reason the sale will be by tender, and not to the next person on the waiting list. Members agreed that the purchaser could retain any money they made selling the building. Members then agreed to offer the plot for tender at an upset price of £10,000. Although it is not a large plot, it is in an attractive area of town, and it is important FIG does not undercut the private market. It was agreed that the time scale for development of this site would be 3 years. 1 year for planning permission and building permit, and removal of the existing building; 2 years to construct the foundations; 3 years for external completion. Members also agreed that the tender documents for both plots should mention the draft planning policy on housing density. Land Tenure for Commercial Property Members considered the report submitted by FIDC. DMRA advised members that the report had been considered by GMT. GMT were of the view that recommendation 3 in the report (the creation of a Business Park) was a matter for the Stanley Town Plan, while recommendations 5 (FIG to engage in regular dialogue with business) and 6 (FIG to update long and medium term planning) were not connected to the issue of land tenure. DPW said that recommendation 1 (concerning land valuations) was also not directly connected to the issue of land tenure. Chair asked whether FIG land valuations and rents were out of kilter. CC(A) said that FIG land valuations were artificial, determined in 1995 on the basis of Gordon Lines construction costs. Rents were charged at 10% of the land valuation, which had been frozen from 1995 to 2006. DPW said it was difficult to tell whether a rent of 10% of the land value was appropriate, as this depended on a number of economic factors and the income which could be generated from the land. CC(A) said that it was impossible to say what the true value of FIG land was, unless it was advertised for sale on a competitive basis, since the value of any piece of land ultimately depended on what people were prepared to pay for it, which in turn depended on the scarcity or otherwise of similar land. At the moment the supply of land was unrestricted since FIG made commercial building plots at Gordon Lines available to anyone who was prepared to develop on a building licence and pay the rent. In CC(A)’s view one weakness of the report was that it did not contain any proposals on how to deal with the supply of land and associated pricing issues, should FIG agree to dispose of land freehold. DPW drew members’ attention to the fact that the more heavily developed land is leased by FIG. The underdeveloped sites are all owned freehold. There is no evidence that business has been approaching private sector landowners to purchase their land freehold. CC(A) suggested that the reason the more heavily developed land is leased is more likely to be connected to the fact that, since 1995, tenants have had to pay an annual rent of £4,000 (now £4,180) per acre, and therefore want to get a return on their investment. Many of the undeveloped freehold plots had been disposed of in the early 1990s either at very low cost, or at no charge in return for services rendered to FIG. DPW noted that, to date, only one party has withdrawn from a prospective lease citing leasehold tenure as the reason, although the party concerned knew that the FIDC report was in hand and might have been hoping to benefit from any future change of policy by delaying their development until FIG decided whether to release land freehold. Councillor Rendell felt that page 3 of the report was inaccurate, since many landowners lease out land – for example, FIDC, FLH and Dean Brothers. DPW said that Camp subdivision was not an accurate comparison, since in that case FIG’s involvement was only to facilitate the subdivision. The large landowners sold land to FIG on the understanding that it would be sold on to the subdivision holders. FIG was not involved in the disposal of its own land. Councillor Rendell also expressed disappointment that page 8 of the report did not put forward any evidence for the claims that leasehold tenure had adverse effects on the economy. Members noted that FIDC’s proposals were strongly supported by the Chamber of Commerce. However, despite repeated calls from FIDC, no evidence had been put forward that leasehold tenure held-back business growth. On the contrary, according to FIDC, Standard Chartered Bank were happy to lend money to businesses whose premises were held on a long lease. DMRA advised members that GMT’s view was that commercial land ordinarily should be leased, and that any strong cases for freehold tenure could be considered on a case by case basis. CC(A) noted that FIG had already agreed to grant CFL Fortuna Fish Farming Limited (now Falklands Fish Farming Limited) a 999 year lease in view of the very significant investment in their new fish farm. Members agreed that their response to recommendation 1 was that, for commercial property, a rent of 10% of the value was reasonable. Members noted that FIG land values were arbitrary and artificial. However, land values and rents were not directly connected to land tenure, and it was FIG policy to react to the market demand for land by making land for commercial development freely available. Members agreed with recommendation 2 of the report, that an asset audit and asset register of FIG land would be desirable. However, it was not considered a priority, having regard to other demands on FIG expenditure. Members considered that recommendation 3 (creation of a business park) was not a matter for this Committee, pending the forthcoming review of the Stanley Town Plan. DMRA also pointed out that typically units in Business Parks are held on leases, allowing business to buy-in/buy-out more easily. Regarding recommendation 4 (FIG to sell commercial land freehold), Chair asked what the risks were to Government if land was sold freehold. Would there be a loss of control? EPO referred to her report. Planning controls could not achieve as much as lease conditions, but CC(A) advised that lease conditions were only of any use if they were enforced – if a breach of a lease condition was ignored, then after a time the landlord would become estopped from enforcing the original condition. DPW said that selling land on a building licence enabled FIG to ensure it was developed initially, but thereafter a landowner with a freehold title could stop using and maintaining his property and allow it to deteriorate. Typically, a leaseholder would be required by their lease to use and maintain their property. It was better for the economy in such circumstances if a tenant was allowing his property to deteriorate for the landlord to intervene and force the tenant to act. Members concluded that there was no evidence that freehold sales would improve the quality of life, nor that leases were stifling commercial development. They agreed with GMT, that any sale of land freehold should be on a case by case basis, and should be subject to the private sector making significant capital investment. CC(A) said that, if FIG did move from leasehold to freehold land sales, a decision would need to be made on how to deal with existing leases. It was probable that tenants would want to purchase their properties, but this would raise even more complex valuation issues than the sale of new commercial sites. It was felt by members that this issue did not need to be considered unless ExCo agreed to commercial land being sold freehold. Regarding recommendations 5 (FIG to engage in regular dialogue with business) and 6 (FIG to update long and medium term planning), members decided that these were not connected to land tenure, nor were they relevant to the Lands Committee, although members agreed that they were reasonable suggestions. DPW suggested that, when FIDC presented their report to ExCo, it should be accompanied by the relevant GMT and Lands Committee Minutes, plus the paper included in the Lands Committee Agenda from the Environmental Planning Officer dealing with planning controls over land use. Members agreed. It was also noted that it would be useful for the report to be accompanied by a supporting document from the Chamber of Commerce, setting out evidence backing up FIDC’s arguments. It was agreed that this should be relayed to GM-FIDC. Nigel Knight: Request for Lease of Horse Paddock and Weasels Bay at Fox Bay Members discussed Nigel Knight’s application for a 10 year lease of the Horse Paddock and Weasels Bay lying to the south-east of Fox Bay Village. It was noted that Weasels Bay is the same size as the Quarantine Station, which the Committee recently agreed to lease to Mrs Cockwell. Horse Paddock is a far larger area of land. It is not known what quality the ground is. Members noted that there was no objection by Mr Knight for inclusion in the lease of a “right to roam” by vehicle, on horseback or foot clause. DMRA’s suggestion of a brief “closed” period at joining and lambing time if Mr Knight were to run breeding ewes on the land was also noted and agreed to. The “closed” period should apply only to vehicles, and should be advertised in the Fox Bay Store. Cost of lease to be discussed in Part II Grazing on the Stud Paddock was discussed next. It was not felt appropriate for grazing fees to be issued for use of this area at present. More information was required on who used the Common, whether they would continue to do so if grazing fees were introduced, and whether grazing fees would generate enough revenue to pay for fence and gate repairs and the admin time involved. The next meeting will be held on Thursday 5th July 2007 at 1.30pm in the Liberation Room, Secretariat.

15: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (18/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 19.06.2007

Many analysts think that the threat of an oil industry strike in Nigeria caused the increase in crude prices today but underlying the regional geopolitics are fears about supply and reserves.

16: Police News (18/06/07) - Falklands (Legal) - 19.06.2007

Sergeant Dave Roberts of the Royal Falkland Islands Police updates us on the latest police activity.

17: Falkland Wool Growers Report for Week Ending 18/06/07 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 19.06.2007

Robert Hall updates us on what the wool market did last week.

18: St. Helena Executive Council Meeting Report (12/06/07) - St Helena (Legal) - 19.06.2007

Cyril Gunnell reports on St. Helena's Executive Council Meeting in June.

19: Is the Falklands Rig Waiting Game Nearly Over? - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 18.06.2007

One exploration rig may not be suitable for all the Falklands prospects but there is hope on the horizon.

20: DIGNIFIED COMMEMORATIONS MARK FALKLANDS LIBERATION - Falklands (Heritage) - 16.06.2007

A day of commemorations marking the 25th anniversary of the Falklands liberation from Argentine occupation took place on 14 June 2007. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Members of the Clergy prior to the service at the monument

21: Liberation Anniversary Message from H. M. the Queen - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2007

On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of your liberation from Argentine occupation the Duke of Edinburgh joins me in sending greetings to you all. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) HRH the Earl of Wessex lays a wreath at the foot of the 1982 Liberation Monument

22: Baroness Thatcher's Message to the Falklands - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2007

I feel privileged and very moved in making this broadcast. The Falkland Islanders are celebrating the anniversary of their liberation.

23: Falklands 25 Remarks by the Hon Mr. Lewis Clifton - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2007

On behalf of the Legislative Council, we are very pleased to welcome you all here this evening. And, I pay special tribute to the Royal Air Force and the flight crew for getting you here this afternoon. We make no apology for the winter weather but, with luck, the threat of snow today may ease for things on Liberation Day.

24: Falklands 25 Welcoming Speech by the Rt. Hon Mr Adam Ingram MP - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2007

My previous trips have been important but this one is particularly important, as we mark the 25th anniversary of the liberation of these Islands.

25: Falklands 25 Remarks By Dr. Liam Fox MP - Falklands (Heritage) - 15.06.2007

Can I begin by saying how personally thrilled and honoured I am to be invited to take part in your celebrations this week?

26: Earl of Wessex Arrives in Stanley - Falklands (Heritage) - 13.06.2007

The Earl of Wessex has arrived in Stanley at the start of a packed programme of visits and commemorations. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The Earl of Wessex at the welcoming reception chatting with Cllrs Clausen, Left and robertson, right.

27: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (11/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 12.06.2007

Crude prices increased today because OPEC will not increase supplies. OPEC maintains that there is enough crude to meet demand.

28: New RAF tanker and transport aircraft for MoD - Falklands (Tourism/Travel) - 12.06.2007

On Monday the MoD in London announced plans to provide the RAF with a modern capability to replace the ageing VC10 and TriStar aircraft though the Future Strategic Tanker Aircraft (FSTA) project. This includes the South Atlantic air-bridge in the overall FSTA requirement.

29: Solemn Memorial Service Held at Fitzroy - Falklands (Heritage) - 11.06.2007

A dignified memorial service was held at Fitzroy at 1000hrs on Friday, 08 June 2007 to remember fifty men, including 32 Welsh Guardsmen, who lost their lives in RFAs Sir Galahad and Sir Tristram during the amphibious move of 5 Brigade in 1982.

30: Hydrocarbons Weekend Record (08 to 10 June 2007) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 10.06.2007

A downturn in the global equities market and news that Sudan’s new infrastructure is producing 200,000 barrels a day for export has helped crude prices to lower.

31: Falklands Agricultural Advisory Committee Report - Falklands (Agriculture) - 09.06.2007

Find out what happened during this important Committee meeting.

32: Falkland Landholdings Report for May 2007 - Falklands (Agriculture) - 09.06.2007

A meeting of the Falkland Landholdings Board took place in the Liberation Room of the Secretariat at 1330 hrs on Tuesday, 22 May 2007.

33: Falklands Fisheries Committee's Brief Report - Falklands (Fisheries) - 09.06.2007

After a brief discussion about Loligo Fees and a stock assessment report, Director of Fisheries Dr. John Barton gave an update on thefishery.

34: HYDROCARBONS DAILY RECORD: THURSDAY, 07 JUNE 2007 - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 08.06.2007

The Persian Gulf cyclone caused Oman to stop exporting oil and gas for three days. Add in worries about supply and you have two reasons why crude increased in price today. OPEC have reiterated their assessment of supplies that will meet demand but this was not enough to lower prices.

35: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (07/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 07.06.2007

The Persian Gulf cyclone and Turkish troops entering northern Iraq have caused nervousness but the crunch is the drop in refinery capacity from 91.1% to 89.6% at the end of last week. These factors helped to increase the price of crude today.

36: Police News (05/06/07) - Falklands (Legal) - 06.06.2007

Sergeant Dave Roberts of the Royal Falkland Islands Police updates us on the latest police activity.

37: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (05/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 06.06.2007

A severe tropical storm in the Persian Gulf potentially threatening infrastructure in Oman, Iran and Pakistan has not lived up to expectations. Also causing nervousness is the up and coming inventory report from the US Department of Energy Administration. With Refinery capacity running at 91.1% there is much room for improvement. These factors helped to steady the price of crude today.

38: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (04/06/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 05.06.2007

Rising crude prices are blamed on the Shanghai Market drop, refinery capacity and the hurricane season.

39: Legislative Council Motion for Adjournment Speeches (Part 1) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.06.2007

Councillors speak about what is important to them and their constituents.

40: Legislative Council Motion for Adjournment Speeches (Part 2) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.06.2007

Councillors speak about what is important to them and their constituents.

41: New Chief Police Officer for the Falklands - Falklands (Gen - Government) - 04.06.2007

Chief Inspector Paul Elliott has been appointed the new Chiedf Police Officer for the Falkland islands.

42: Legislative Council Motion for Adjournment Speeches (Part 3) - Falklands (Legal) - 04.06.2007

Councillors speak about what matters to them and their constituents.

43: Hydrocarbons Weekend Record (01 to 03 June 2007) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 03.06.2007

Desire Petroleum is carrying out a seismic survey in the North Falklands Basin.

44: Hydrocarbons Daily Record (31/05/07) - Falklands (Mineral Resources) - 01.06.2007

The main factor in the slight rise in crude prices today is the inventory report put out by the US Department of Energy Administration. Nervousness about the report caused the price of Brent Crude to rise above $70.00 but the price declined when the report came out.

45: Falklands Legislative Council Motion of Thanks Speeches Part 1 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2007

Councillors thank H. E. the Governor for his State of the Nation Speech.

46: Falklands Legco Motion of Thanks Speeches Part 2 - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2007

Councillors say thank-you for H. E. the Governor Mr. Huckle's State of the Nation Speech.

47: Falklands Legco Motion of Thanks Speeches (Part 3) - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2007

Councillors thank H. E. the Governor Mr. Huckle for his State of the nation Address.

48: Falklands Legco Motion for Thanks Speeches (Part 4) - Falklands (Legal) - 01.06.2007

Councillors thank the Governor for his State of the Nation Speech.