AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoImmigration & Oil Readiness: The Falkland Islands Government has suspended new Permanent Residence Permits for a year while it reviews the scheme, with MLAs backing the pause and stressing it won’t affect applications already in process—an issue tied to expected skilled-worker inflows as Sea Lion offshore development ramps up. Local Economy: The Planning and Building Committee approved two major projects supporting fishing and hydrocarbons, including 160 modular housing units for Sea Lion personnel and additional fishing-company plans. UK–Falklands Links: A cross-party group of UK MPs visited the Islands under the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme, meeting Government, service personnel and the community. Sovereignty & Memory: After 44 years, Argentine veteran Eduardo Canitrot returned to the Falklands to visit key 1982 sites and lay tribute at Darwin cemetery, including raising the Argentine flag. Community & Service: Falkland Girl Guides set off on an international trip after raising £50,000. FIGAS Update: The Government Air Service hangar redevelopment is nearing completion, improving storage and maintenance for the FIGAS fleet.
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