Falkland Islands Television
Business Breakfast Helps Falklands Students With Career Choices
- Title
- Business Breakfast Helps Falklands Students With Career Choices
- Runtime
- 3:34
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Development Corporation has hosted its annual Business Breakfast at the Malvina House Hotel.
The event gives students an opportunity to discuss their career aspirations with people already working in their chosen sector, and to receive advice on how to succeed in the future.
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- Hockey - Russell Smith Memorial Trophy Final
- Runtime
- 3:08
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Hockey Association’s Russell Smith memorial trophy reached its conclusion on Tuesday.
Four teams competed in the knockout tournament with the Reapers beating the Scorpions in last week’s third place play off.
The Ducks then faced the Beasts in the final before a packed Sports Hall.
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- Chilean Company Explores Shipping Link with Falklands
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Efforts to re-establish a shipping link with Chile have taken a step forward, with representatives from a Valparaiso-based company visiting the Falklands this week.
Easter Island Naviera, which operates cargo services between Chile and Easter Island, has been meeting business leaders and Government officials to outline its proposals.
The company hopes the first cargo arrival could take place before the end of the year.
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- Title
- New T1 Touch Rugby Tournament: Falklands vs BFSAI
- Runtime
- 3:53
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Falkland Islands Rugby Club faced a Mount Pleasant team last Saturday in the second match of their three part T1 tournament.
T1 is a non-contact form of rugby which includes elements of traditional Rugby Union.
After BFSAI won the opening match on the 4th of July, the Falklands side were looking to level the series.
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- Falklands Welcome New Prime Minister
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Legislative Assembly has congratulated the Right Honourable Andy Burnham on becoming UK Prime Minister.
In a statement, MLAs said they looked forward to working with his administration on matters affecting the Falklands.
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- Falklands Bowls Athlete on his Successful 2026 Commonwealth Games Campaign
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Cecil Alexander has wrapped a successful campaign at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, representing the Falklands.
He finished third in his group after two wins - against Kenya and Malta (and with losses to Malaysia, Canada and India).
🔗 You can watch the full games here: https://fitv.co.fk/glasgow2026-commonwealth-games/
With thanks to Commonwealth Sport and the Falkland Islands National Sports Council for making this coverage possible
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- Infant and Junior School Children Design New Falklands Mascot
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Company recently invited children at the Infant and Junior School to design a new mascot for both the company and the Falklands as a whole.
There were just a couple of rules: the design could not include any reference to FIC and could not be a penguin.
On Monday, members of the company’s Community Engagement Team visited IJS during a special assembly to announce the winning design.
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- Falklands Bowls Begin Their 2026 Commonwealth Games Competition
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Bowls Team has begun their campaign at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Cecil Alexander faced Malaysia’s former world number one on Thursday, before the Games’ opening ceremony at the OVO Hydro where Oly Thompson carried the Falklands Flag and Daphne Arthur Almond carried the baton.
You can watch full Falklands Bowls Matches on FITV.co.fk
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- Title
- Falklands Bowls Team Train for Commonwealth Games
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Bowls team has spent the past couple of weeks in the UK preparing for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The team will be the Falklands’ only representatives at the main Games and has been training at a number of venues across the UK.
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- Falklands Table Tennis Team Train for Competition in India
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Three Falkland Islands table tennis players are preparing to compete against some of the sport’s top athletes at the Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in India.
The tournament begins on the 27th July. Ahead of the competition, Oscar Contreras, Javier Sotomayer and Daniel Carcamo shared their expectations and thoughts on representing the Islands.
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- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 24th July 2026
- Runtime
- 36:28
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- This week we look at a new mobile banking app set to transform Falklands finances, and the Government responds to the UK's new Prime Minister.
Also: ZUB pass security changes at Brize Norton, the future of FIDC's Green Business Programme hangs in the balance, phase 2 of the Land Recovery Programme Consultation begins, the Wildfire Strategy goes to Executive Council, the Falklands is represented at an Australian Commonwealth Youth Parliament and Falklands 4x4 relaunch their partnership with JCB.
After the break farmers and FIMCO gather to discuss beef, Government House hosts a local art exhibition and Community School students share stories of their adventures in the UK.
Then it's a sporting sendoff as we bring you the second game of a T1 Touch Rugby tournament, the final of a Hockey knockout trophy and the first thoughts of Commonwealth Games 2026 competitors.
00:00 Headlines
01:01 Standard Chartered Mobile Banking App
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- Warzone Surgeon Talks to Falklands Community About Gaza
- Runtime
- 5:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- A surgeon currently working at the King Edward Memorial Hospital has spoken publicly about his experiences operating in Gaza before, during and after the conflict.
Ron Van Doorn has worked in war zones all over the world and gave us an insight into why he does it, why he keeps going back, and why he wanted to share those experiences with the Falklands community.
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- Changes to the Falklands' North Camp Road
- Runtime
- 5:27
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Improvement works are planned for sections of the North Camp Road over the coming year.
The Highways section of the Public Works Department outlined proposals to the Transport Advisory Committee this week, including work near Evelyn Station Farm and the stretch known locally as Suicide Hill.
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- How Satellites Monitor The Falklands' Fresh Water
- Runtime
- 4:24
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- A scientist from the South Atlantic Research Institute has given an update on a 2 year long freshwater monitoring project.
Using historic satellite data, moisture probes and local knowledge, she’s created a picture of how freshwater supplies have changed over the years.
The hope is to use this to help model future scenarios.
The Darwin Plus funded project is in partnership with the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology and Falkland Islands Government.
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- 130 Years of Travelling Teachers in the Falklands
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- This year marks 130 years of Camp Education in the Falkland Islands. Generations of children have been taught through the unique travelling teacher system, which sees children visited by teachers periodically on their farms.
The format has gone through multiple developments since its inception, with more potentially on the horizon.
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- Islander Takes Part in UK Ride Of Respect for Falklands War Fallen
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Every year a group of Falkland’s motorcyclists, travel across the islands to visit the graves of those who lost their lives during the 1982 conflict, while raising money for Liberty Lodge.
The tradition grew from the annual ride of respect held in the UK around liberation day.
This year, one of the group had the opportunity to take part in the event back in Britain.
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- FIFA World Cup Semi-final Puts the Falklands in the Spotlight
- Runtime
- 5:14
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- England’s World Cup dream came to an end on Wednesday evening, following defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals.
With much of the Falkland Islands public throwing its support behind England throughout the tournament, the mood at the final whistle was understandably despondent.
However, it was what happened on the pitch afterwards that attracted worldwide attention.
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- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 17th July 2026
- Runtime
- 28:53
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- This week's show kicks off with the reaction to England's semi-final loss in the World Cup and the banner shown on the pitch.
We then bring you a court report, plans for a shipping link with Chile, upgrades to Mount Pleasant's Typhoons, a summary of new Fisheries Management Plans, a visit from a St Helena Bank representative, the delivery of new construction equipment and a discussion about screen time for children.
After the break we're back with a children's mascot competition, a writer researching Falklands' folklore, the bowls and table tennis teams training for different Commonwealth competitions and a business breakfast for students to learn about careers.
00:00 Headlines
01:01 World Cup Semi Final and Banner Reaction
06:30 Court Report
07:23 Chile Shipping Explored
09:19 Typhoon Upgrades
09:45 Fisheries Management Plans
11:37 St Helena Bank Visit
13:02 JCB Deliveries
14:00 Children's...
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- Falkland Islands Government Responds to Argentine World Cup Semi-Final Banner
- Runtime
- 1:14
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has responded to the banner displayed by Argentina's football team after the World Cup semi-final.
The Assembly have also sent an open letter to FIFA asking that politics and sport be kept separate.
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- How Much Does Chocolate Cost in the Falklands?
- Runtime
- 4:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Tuesday 7th July marked world chocolate day, the anniversary of when chocolate was first introduced to Europe in 1550.
But if you went out on the 7th to satisfy your sweet tooth you may have found the prices on the shelves a little rich.
So where is the best place in Stanley to curtail those chocolate cravings without breaking the bank?
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- England v Argentina: Who is the Falklands supporting?⚽
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Ahead of tonight's FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, we asked members of the Falklands community in Stanley how they're feeling about the match and whether they think "it's coming home".
#worldcup #fifa #englandvsargentina
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- New Scheme Helps Falklands Teachers Study in UK
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- A new Falklands teacher training scheme will soon get underway.
The Primary School Support Scheme will allow existing education staff to study for a University qualification in the UK, with the first candidate expected to begin in September, before qualifying in June 2027.
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- How Falklands Farmers Train to Tackle Aircraft Fires
- Runtime
- 2:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Rural residents travelled to Stanley Airport for their annual fire-fighting training.
Falkland Islands Government Air Service relies on local residents if an incident occurs at one of the Islands many airstrips and Farmer’s Week provides an opportunity to carry out realistic training.
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- 5 Rifles Showcase Military Hardware at Falklands Charity Event
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- The current Roulement Infantry Company – 5 Rifles – was also at the FIDF Hall this week for a fundraiser supporting the Soldiers', Sailors', and Airmen's Families Association.
Alongside the Falkland Islands Defence Force, military hardware was put on display for the benefit and education of the community.
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- Title
- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 10th July 2026
- Runtime
- 34:25
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- In this edtion of Falklands In Focus we remember the late Claudette Prior MBE, and bring you two court reports.
David updates us on changes to the North Camp road, Cheryl Roberts meets the leader of the opposition in the UK, an anti-salmon farming group ask the government for more information, and a warzone surgeon tells us about his time in Gaza.
After the break we're back with a Ride of Respect in the UK, and a look into 130 years of camp education. We also hear about satellite-based freshwater monitoring, honours for scouting leaders, how the Falklands is represented at Global Birdfair and where you can buy the cheapest chocolate in Stanley.
00:00 Headlines
01:04 Legislative Assembly Remember Claudette Prior MBE
01:40 Drug Charges Sentence
02:57 Assault Pleas
03:43 North Camp Road Developments
09:28 MLA meets Kemi Badenoch
09:51 Salmon Free Falklands Asks Government for Info
10:10 Surgeon Talks on ...
- Title
- New Postbox Topper Celebrates Rural Falklands Life
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Two local crafters have unveiled another of their popular post box toppers.
Depicting a traditional Falklands farming scene, is the first in what they hope will become a series celebrating local industries.
It’s been on display outside the Post Office throughout the week.
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- School Art Exhibitions in Honour of Susan Whitley
- Runtime
- 3:39
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
- Description
- Every year during farmer’s week, schools in Stanley hold the Susan Whitley Memorial Art Exhibition – in memory of the home economics teacher who sadly lost her life during the 1982 conflict.
Artwork from pupils at the Falkland Islands Community School, the Infant and Junior School and Camp Education was on display, with judges and members of the public voting for their favourites.
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- Falklands Reaffirm Right to Self-Determination at the United Nations
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- MLAs Michael Goss and Dot Gould have travelled to the USA and Canada, to promote the Falklands’ right to self-determination.
They met officials in Washington and Ottawa before addressing the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonisation in New York, where they invited a delegation to visit the Falkland Islands.
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- Falkalnds Farmers Honoured at Government House Reception
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Members of the agricultural community were invited to a reception at Government House.
The Acting Governor paid tribute to those who produce food for the Islands and contribute to the economy through exports to South America and beyond.
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- Rural Expo Kicks off Falklands' 2026 Farmer's Week
- Runtime
- 4:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Farmers’ Week has been taking centre stage across Stanley.
The annual event, held during a quieter period in the farming calendar, featured talks, demonstrations and displays for the rural community.
The week began with an Expo, organised by the Rural Business Association at the Falkland Islands Defence Force Hall.
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- Falklands Celebrate Armed Forces Day
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The 27th of June marks Armed Forces Day in the UK and Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories.
The annual event recognises the sacrifices made by those who have served in the British Armed Forces.
The Legislative Assembly hosted a reception, attended by veterans, serving military personnel and members of the community.
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- Title
- Inside an Award Winning Falklands Gin Distillery
- Runtime
- 4:17
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Now, those of you who enjoy a tipple or two will be aware of the unique spirits produced right here in the Falklands.
And one of them has now received a Silver Award from the prestigious Gin Guide. Tumbledown Distillery’s scurvy grass gin was selected as a finalist in the “Traditional Gins over 42% ABV category”, putting it level with products from the UK, Europe, the United States and New Zealand.
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- Title
- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 3rd July 2026
- Runtime
- 33:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- In this weeks show a telecoms activist group calls on the government, and we hear from Members of the Legislative Assembly about their trip to Washington, Ottowa, and the UN in New York.
After news from the court we hear about a primary school teacher training scheme, and a new head for the secondary school. We run through plans to do business with Uruguay and plans to halt a high tide ramp in Port Howard. We also celebrate members of the British armed forces.
After the break comes a farmer's week filled second half. After kickstarting with an expo, hear about medicine in camp, a government house reception, fire-fighting out at FIGAS and a rural post box topper.
We also show you two very different displays: Millitary hardware from the RIC and FIDF, and a kids' art exhibition in the memory of Susan Whitley.
00:00 Headlines
00:57 Connected Falklands Petitions Assembly
01:19 MLAs on Trip to North America
03:57 Court R...
- Title
- Chaplain Visits Falklands Seafarers Mission
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Sea Sunday will take place next month, encouraging people all over the world to remember and thank those who work on the water.
Ahead of then, the Lighthouse Seafarers Mission in Stanley has been visited by a chaplain from a sister branch in Southampton, who has been covering for staff on leave but also sharing her experiences.
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- Title
- Falklands "Should be proud" of its Air Taxi Service
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The initial stages of a review into the Falkland Islands Government Air Service have been completed.
Four external reviewers have spent the last two weeks meeting community members around the Islands to understand views on how the service operates.
They say FIGAS is something the Islands should be proud of.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- 800 Weeks of Falklands In Focus (Montage)
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- There have now been 800 weeks of Falklands in Focus.
FITV began broadcasting the programme all the way back in April 2011 and things have changed a lot over the intervening 15 years – including, of course, the faces on your screens.
To celebrate this milestone and the fact that it’s a nice round number – here’s a look back at some of the people who’ve read you your news over the years.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands Midwinter Swimmers Brave the South Atlantic
- Runtime
- 4:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- This Sunday was the shortest day of the year and, to celebrate, a record number of shivering swimmers lined up on Surf Bay for the annual midwinter dip.
With £5 entry fees, T-shirt sales and a £1,500 donation from the Falkland Islands Company - the event raised around £840 each for the Stephen Jaffray Memorial Fund, Cancer Support and Awareness Trust and Falklands Shears.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands Honours its 2026 Sporting Stars
- Runtime
- 2:19
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Falklands’ annual sports awards took place last weekend at the FIDF Hall.
The event, hosted by the National Sports Council and sponsored by the Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association, recognises sporting achievements across a number of categories.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands Reacts to Sir Keir Starmer's Resignation
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as UK Prime Minister earlier this week, after just under two years in office.
His successor will be the seventh PM the UK has had in the last ten years.
Reaction from the Legislative Assembly here reflected on Sir Keir’s positive relationship with the Falklands.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 26th June 2026
- Runtime
- 34:47
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Find out the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly's reaction to Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, as well as the dates for the upcoming consultation on salmon farming.
After news from the courts we bring you updates on repayments to Sure, the FIGAS review and Government House restructuring.
Hear Falklands MLAs speak at the UN Decolonisation Committee, as well as support from the Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords - and what happened at the annual Falklands UK reception.
We also speak to a chaplain visiting the local seafarers mission.
After the break we have highlights from the midwinter swim, a tour and taste test of an award winning Falklands gin distillery, a Guinness World Records special award for a tortoise and even more awards for this year's Falklands sports stars.
And we celebrate 800 weeks of FITV with a presenter montage!
00:00 Headlines
01:11 Starmer resignation reaction
02:14 Sal...
- Title
- How AI Could Transform Falklands Businesses
- Runtime
- 3:10
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Artificial Intelligence is becoming an increasingly common part of working life around the world.
Now, a new Falklands technology firm, Adapto South Atlantic, is helping local businesses explore how AI can support their work.
While challenges remain, the company believes the technology can bring significant benefits to Island firms.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- New Charity Funds Falklands Playpark
- Runtime
- 3:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Residents of Sapper Hill may be familiar with the small play area at the top of Rex Hunt Road.
At present, it contains only a handful of exercise equipment, but a newly-established charity is funding a complete transformation of the site.
The aim is to create a welcoming place for children and families of all ages.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands Illex Catch Falls 30%
- Runtime
- 2:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The illex fishing season officially closed this Monday although most vessels had left by early June.
The season was marked by rising fuel prices and catches well below the ten year average.
However Falkland Islands Fisheries department say the low catch is not an immediate cause for concern.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands Liberation Day 2026 Highlights
- Runtime
- 6:17
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The 44th anniversary of the Falklands liberation by British forces from Argentine occupation was celebrated on the 14th of June.
These are the major moments from the church service, parade and wreath laying.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- New Concrete Pump Revolutionises Falklands Construction
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Falklands will no longer have to rely solely on external contractors for concrete laying in building projects.
Several new concrete pumps have now been delivered to the Islands, with local construction workers being trained to complete the work themselves.
Whilst it does involve early starts to allow labour to be finished in daylight hours, this marks a significant step forward for construction in the Islands.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Navitas CEO Provides Update on Falklands Sea Lion Oil Project
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The CEO of Navitas UK has been in the Falkland Islands to provide an update on the Sea Lion oil project.
During public presentations, Ian Ramsay outlined progress, timelines and next steps towards oil production.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Sea Lion Oil Project Update From Navitas UK CEO
- Runtime
- 5:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The CEO of Navitas UK - as well as several contractors involved in the Sea Lion Oil Field – has been in the Falklands recently as the preparation for oil extraction ramps up.
They gave updates on developments, timelines and future plans to businesses and the public – something they hope to continue to do going forward.
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- Falklands In Focus Full Programme | 19th June 2026
- Runtime
- 29:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- This week's show includes a rundown of the recent illex squid fishing season, updates on the port causeway and a look at whether the Falklands might introduce a social media ban - following the UK.
We also look at news from the court, a big new MOD contract and the new Governor of St Helena.
We grill Government over transparency, and ask how AI could shape Falklands businesses.
After the break a charity discusses the future of Stanley's play parks and liberation is celebrated at Fox Bay, in the UK and in Stanley.
Finally we take a look back at the history of Falklands stamps.
00:00 Headlines
01:14 Illex Season Close
04:07 Update on Port Causeway Issue
05:07 No Plans for Social Media Ban
06:15 Court Report
06:59 AI in the Falklands
10:30 Government Transparency
11:54 MOD £500 Million Contract
12:30 New St Helena Governor
14:58 Sapper Hill Play Park
19:04 Fox ...
- Title
- Falkland Islander Receives Stem Cell Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Joshua Sanchez, who grew up in the Falkland Islands, recently underwent stem cell treatment in the UK after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
He hopes the treatment will help him regain his mobility and independence as he continues his recovery.
To donate visit: https://gofund.me/dfd0b1761
📍 Location: Falkland Islands
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- Title
- A Falkland Islander's Stem Cell Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis
- Runtime
- 3:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A former Falklands resident recently underwent treatment in the UK for multiple sclerosis – a condition that attacks the nervous system.
Joshua Sanchez, who grew up in the islands but had to leave due to MS, hopes that the Stem Cell Treatment will give him a chance to get his mobility and life back.
He’s set up a go fund me to help pay for expenses through his long recovery.
To donate visit: https://gofund.me/dfd0b1761
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