[T]he Falkland Islands decided on a new set of banknotes and redesigns for the first time in over four decades. The redesign followed on a shortage of £5 notes which prompted a public consultation last year.

"Native plants and animals emerged as the public's favorite theme," said officials, who collaborated with banknote manufacturer De La Rue and a working group of local residents to bring the concept to life.

"This design celebrates our unique heritage and wildlife," noted the working group Falklands group.

The notes feature King Charles III and iconic wildlife including the King penguin, a reference of the Islands and the pale maiden the Falklands national flower.

In effect the £5 note showcases King Charles III on the front alongside black-browed albatrosses and a king penguin. The back features the national flower, the pale maiden, Steeple Jason Island, and depictions of five penguin species.

The same design will be used for the new £10 and £20 notes, while existing £50 notes will remain in use, with stocks projected to last for another 90 years.

The polymer notes will replace the old cotton ones and include security features such as the transparent king penguin window with iridescent ink, ultraviolet designs and infrared inks. It's anticipated the old notes will be withdrawn from circulation in 2026.

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The Falkland Islands Government Office (FIGO) in London will debut a short film showcasing the creation of the territory's new banknotes. The screening will take place on Wednesday, 13 August, at the Historic Dockyard Museum, coinciding with the official launch of the new currency series.

The film includes interviews with Hugo Burnand, His Majesty The King's Official Portrait Photographer—responsible for the image of the monarch featured on the notes—alongside MLA Leona Roberts and Falkland Islands Government Representative to the UK and Europe, Richard Hyslop.

Hyslop said the project offers "fascinating insights" into the creative process behind the King's portrait and the community's role in shaping the designs. "Working alongside the Treasury and manufacturers De La Rue, members of the Falklands community have helped shape the wonderful design of the new banknotes," he added.

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