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Following an open procurement exercise conducted in December 2020, SHG has entered into a contract with Simon Francis of S. Doy Construction, Sea View, Alarm Forest, for the construction of a wheelchair accessible public sidewalk at Longwood.

The sidewalk will be adjacent to the existing Longwood Avenue Road allowing pedestrians to travel the route without using the main road. Completion of this work is programmed for the end of February 2021.

The project is being funded under the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) Micro Projects. Executive Council previously agreed a number of smaller Micro Projects under EDIP, which can be implemented relatively quickly with a low total cost and which are not subject to detailed business cases.

Members of the public will be kept informed of progress and are thanked for their understanding during this time.

SHG

6 January 2021

In light of increased infection rates for COVID-19 in the United Kingdom, St Helena Government has decided to only allow passengers who have had a recent negative COVID-19 test to travel on the upcoming repatriation flight. This includes those who will be transiting to Ascension.

In order to join the flight from the United Kingdom to St Helena on 11 January 2021, it will be mandatory for all passengers to provide a negative COVID-19 test result. A PCR test undertaken within 72 hours prior to travel is preferred. However, on this occasion, due to the flight being just days away, a rapid test carried out within 24 hours prior to departure will also be accepted.

Passengers will be required to provide the Health Directorate with a copy of their negative COVID-19 test result prior to travel and will also be required to carry a copy with them. 

Should any passenger return a positive COVID-19 test result, or show up at check-in with no test having been undertaken, they will not be permitted to join the flight. Passengers that test positive for COVID-19 should immediately follow the guidance from their relevant health authority.

Any passengers with queries on this new requirement should contact the Interim Director of Health, Janet Lawrence, on email: janet.lawrence@sainthelena.gov.sh.

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SHG
6 January 2021

During the Christmas holiday period people were seen by Port Control Officers to be using the red marker buoys at Rupert’s as a play toy. This is not only a dangerous act for the persons involved, but could also cause unnecessary damage to the marker buoy.

In the event that any of these red marker buoys become inoperable, they will not only be very expensive to replace but could also hamper the safe berthing of the MV Helena when coming alongside Rupert’s jetty.

The Ports Ordinance, 2016, states:

‘Any person who, without lawful authority, removes, tampers with, or otherwise interferes with any item of equipment, property, structure or part of a structure within the port area, or attempts to commit such an act, is guilty of an offence for which the maximum penalty on conviction is a fine of £2,000 or imprisonment for a term of six months, or both.’

SHG
6 January 2021

WEDNESDAY, 9 DECEMBER 2020

The Social & Community Development Committee (SCDC) monthly meeting took place on Wednesday, 9 December 2020.

Members agreed the increase in the Archives Research fees in line with inflation (2.6%) as follows:

By majority vote, the Committee did not support the increase in the Gaming Machines fees at this time due to the current downturn in the business and economic environment. 

The Committee agreed proposed increases in the Liquor fees in line with inflation as follows:

The Committee agreed to recommend to Executive Councilincreases from 1 April 2021in the Charities fees in line with inflation as follows:

An Archives Lending Policy was agreed which will enable items from the Archives collections to be loaned for on-Island exhibitions, subject to various conditions being met by the borrower. This recommendation will go forward to Executive Council for approval.

The Equality & Human Rights Commission (EHRC) half-yearly report was discussed. A meeting will now be arranged with the Attorney General’s Chambers, the CEO of the EHRC, and the Director of Children and Adult Social Care to discuss private sector issues in terms of equality and the need for overarching legislation. Clarity is also sought in relation to the Constitution and its application to the private sector.

Under Matters Arising from previous Minutes it was agreed to take forward with Elected Members the possibility for the proposed Career Access St Helena (CASH) to help with the role of enforcing the Employment law when it comes to sick pay, annual leave, and having contracts in place.

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SHG
6 January 2021

Due to the focus on the upcoming Population and Housing Census 2021, SHG will not be conducting a full business survey this financial year. However, in order to understand how local labour market conditions have changed since last year, employers are asked to complete a short survey regarding positions that are difficult to recruit and the impact this has had on their business.

The information collected in this survey will be used to inform the 2021 Shortage Occupation List and other policies related to careers and employment. Data will only be reported in summary and individual employer names will be kept confidential.

A copy of the Shortage Occupation Questionnaire form has been distributed to employers by email and can also be found on the Public Information page of the SHG Website via: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/public-information/.

Employers are advised to complete the form and return as soon as possible, by no later than 29 January 2021. Please contact the Career Access and Economic Policy Assistant, Marcella Mittens, or Senior Economist, Amanda Curry Brown, on tel: 22470 or email: cash@sainthelena.gov.sh if you would like help completing the questionnaire or if you any have questions or comments.

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SHG
6 January 2021

Following the arrival of the repatriation flight, due Monday, 11 January 2021, the majority of arrivals to St Helena will go into home quarantine for a period of 14 days at a property pre-approved by a Proper Officer. 

A Roaming Security Team (RST) will be in place to monitor compliance with quarantine rules and regulations through a 24hr roaming security service.

This RST will commence security duties following the arrival of next week’s flight.

The roaming security remit is as follows: 

While the RST will operate on a 24hr basis, the community are still asked to report any concerns or suspicions of a potential breach of quarantine to St Helena Police.

Further details on the successful contractor to operate the roaming security will be given through an IEG Radio Update this week (listen out for this on local radio stations).

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SHG
6 January 2021

The following is a Public Announcement from Port Control:

The fuel tanker CTG Mercury is expected to arrive at St Helena at 1pm on Friday, 8 January 2021.

Port Control would like to advise the public and boat owners that the whole of Lower Rupert’s, including the beach area, will be closed to the public from Friday, 8 January 2021, and will remain closed until the vessel’s departure.

Port Control would like to thank the public in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

SHG
5 January 2021

Emergency Planning would like to inform the public that a north-westerly swell is forecast for St Helena on Friday, 8, to Thursday, 14 January 2021.

Although not large, this swell could produce unsettled sea conditions in James and Rupert’s Bays.

Due care and attention should be taken if swimming in James and Rupert’s Bays during this time.

To avoid damage to vehicles, drivers are asked to take care when parking near the safety rails at the Seafront.

SHG
5 January 2021

Andrew Weir Ship Management (AWSM) has advised that when the MV Helena arrived in Cape Town on 31 December 2020, two passengers tested positive for COVID-19. All remaining passengers and the crew members were negative for COVID-19.

The Health Directorate has requested that the two passengers be re-tested in order to confirm the results. This is part of the Health Directorate’s standard operating procedure. The results should be known within the next few days.

Alongside of this, an individual has been identified on-Island who was an immediate contact of the two passengers. As a purely precautionary measure, this individual has been tested for COVID-19 and found to be negative.

The risk of transmission to the local community is extremely low and the Health Directorate is confident that there is no community spread of COVID-19 at this time. All of the measures concerning the 14 day quarantine period and the testing regime for COVID-19 remain in place.

SHG

4 January 2021

Members of the public who have family, friends or colleagues arriving on the repatriation flight – scheduled to arrive on Monday, 11 January 2021 – that are quarantining at Bradley’s Camp, and who would like to deliver items to make their stay more comfortable, can do this in advance of the flight arriving.

Please mark any items for delivery to the Camp clearly with the resident’s full name. Ensure all bags, boxes, etc. are sealed and the contents secured. Bradley’s Camp will not accept any open or unmarked bags or boxes.

Deliveries before quarantine commences will be accepted at any time between 7am and 9pm.

When quarantine commences (from Monday, 11 January) delivery times are restricted to between 10am and 11am and 5pm and 6pm each day.

Should you have any questions about deliveries to the Camp, please call: 25911.

SHG
4 January 2021