WITH a strong economy and the contribution made in particular by the fishing industry, along with farming, construction and in normal years tourism, the finances of Falkland Islands Government remain stable, the Financial Secretary Tim Waggott assured Members of Legislative Assembly at this year’s Budget session on Tuesday.
He cautioned: “We do, however remain mindful of the continuing global challenges of the moment.
THE Coroner’s Court was in session on May 24 to look into the death of Ramdan Permana Assidiq, a 26 year old crewman who died on May 19 on board the Taiwanese vessel the FV Jih Da Yng. It was stated in court that tuberculosis was thought to be the cause of death.
Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association, Executive Secretary James Bates talks about the impact of the early closure of the Loligo Fishery on the Falkland Islands Fishing Industry
IN a global first, the Falkland Islands have been formally recognised as an incredible location for the elusive and endangered sei whale.
“IF we are ever going to trial relaxing quarantine now must be the time,” Chief Medical Officer Dr Beccy Edwards told the Hospital and Medical Service Committee on Wednesday.
THE Falkland Islands Government has announced that it “is supporting efforts to establish whether or not there are unidentified Argentine military personnel buried at Teal Inlet.”
