Stanley Harbour Works: The Falkland Islands Government will start three months of dredging at the Energy Dock from Monday 5 October, creating a deeper approach channel and berthing pocket, with daily operations 6am–6pm (weather permitting) and VHF channel 10 updates. Malvinas/Sea Lion Oil Standoff: Argentina’s President Javier Milei has set a two-week deadline for the UK to halt the Sea Lion project or face international arbitration at the Law of the Sea tribunal, as London rejects the move and questions Argentina’s reliability. UK–Argentina Diplomacy: Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband met MLA Cheryl Roberts in London, reiterating “shoulder to shoulder” support for islanders’ right to determine their future and develop resources. Local Politics & Housing: FIG considers options for Sapper Hill Phase 7 housing delivery, including possible greater private-sector involvement for the next stage. Tourism & Community: Falklanders are calling for tighter controls on Argentine tourists after reports of flags being waved and sovereignty rejected, while the Tourism Board says nearly £366,000 was paid to local suppliers in the past year. Antarctica Travel: Oceanwide’s Plancius has begun a repositioning voyage ahead of its Falklands/South Georgia/Antarctica season, and Seabourn has named its expert teams for 2026–27. Trade Links: Punta Arenas and Falklands businesses held 822 meetings ahead of a planned direct sea route between the Chilean port and Stanley.