Aviation & Procurement: Britten-Norman says the first new UK-built Islander for FIGAS has hit 75% completion at its Bembridge line, with final assembly due in coming weeks and a second airframe nearing 25% as parts for follow-on aircraft are already in production. Government Appointments: FIG has named Steve Dent as its new Director of Development & Commercial Services, promoting him from Deputy Director after three years in the role and highlighting his private-sector and FIG experience. Public Finance & Housing: Falklands Government’s 2026/27 budget totals £216.3m under a “live within our means” approach, while an accelerated housing scheme moves ahead with 30 modular homes at Murray Heights. Health & Logistics: HMS Medway returned from a 5,000-mile round trip to Tristan da Cunha after a suspected hantavirus case, delivering aid and bringing back deployed medical and military personnel. Energy & Sovereignty: Argentina escalated its dispute over the Sea Lion oil project, warning it could “fully exercise all” actions after Rockhopper and Navitas moved into development. Livestock & Compliance: A Scottish farm linked to Falkland Estate was ordered to cull 271 cattle after inspectors found animals “unidentifiable and untraceable” under traceability rules. Local Economy & Culture: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Falklands War flying gloves failed to sell at auction, with no bids despite an expected £1,000–£2,000 range.