In 2001 the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) introduced The Islands Plan - a rolling programme aimed at achieving sustainable economic growth, whilst preserving the natural environment and unique culture of the Falkland Islands.
The Islands Plan
- is a promise to Falkland Islands citizens, and guidance to the Government's staff, business and community partners;
- gives direction for Honourable Members' democratic mandates; and
- provides an outlet for the Government's aspirations and aims, whilst keeping in mind that they are subject to the resources available.
The Islands Plan lays out nine themes under which targets for society, the economy and environment in the medium term are laid out:
1) Right to Self Determination
In accordance with the principles set down in the Charter of the United Nations, we will ensure our right to self determination and continuing development of internal self government.
2) Sustainable Economic and Fiscal Management
We will manage the economy wisely so that all sectors of society can prosper.
3) Education
We will ensure that all residents have the opportunity to develop their abilities and skills through education and training taking into account the needs of society and the resources available.
4) Transport and Communications
We will work to develop infrastructure, particularly transport and communications, to meet the Islands economic and social development.
5) Health
We will promote and maintain a healthy and fit society.
6) Good Governance
We will undertake the challenge to achieve good governance in the Falkland Islands.
7) Camp
We will maintain Camp in order to encourage a well populated, economically and socially sustainable community integrated within the national economy.
8) Environment
We will conserve and enhance the natural diversity, ecological processes and heritage of the Falkland Islands in harmony with sustainable economic development whilst ensuring a well-housed community.
9) Quality of Life and Community Safety
We will ensure a well-served and safe community.
All nine themes support FIG's mission 'to protect and improve the quality of life in the Falkland Islands, its people and the community'. Every year the Plan will be reviewed, a report on progress made against the milestones, and the Plan will be rolled forward a further year. The Islands Plan is supported by a parallel five-year medium term financial plan (MTFP), which identifies funding by redirecting resources within Government's budgets to deliver the results promised.
The 2009-2014 Islands Plan focuses on milestones and outcomes and guides the business plans of departments and the performance appraisals of all staff.
The 2009-2014 Islands Plan can be read here.
The 2008-2012 Islands Plan can be read here.
The 2004-2007 Islands Plan Progress Report can be read here.
