St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • Sea Conditions – Update

    22 February 2024

    St Helena is currently experiencing unsettling sea conditions and is forecasted to continue through to Monday 26 February 2024 in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. The public are asked to take caution when accessing the sea front area in Jamestown. To avoid damage to vehicles, drivers are advised to take care when parking near the […]

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  • Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) Pipeline Phase Two Approved

    21 February 2024

    At the Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday 24 October 2023, the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP): Phase Two Pipeline was approved. The Phase Two Pipeline outlines EDIP’s priority projects over the next five years. The programme is split into two stages. The focus of stage one will be the planning activities that will set […]

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  • Resident Translators Needed

    20 February 2024

    The Emergency Planning Department would like to hear from residents on St Helena who are able to converse in languages other than English to form part of a resident translator volunteering group, and who would be willing to assist should there be an incident involving overseas visitors who have a limited understanding of English. If […]

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  • Economic Development Investment Programme Micro Projects – Middle Landing Steps

    20 February 2024

    The Programme Management Office is pleased to advise that following an open procurement exercise conducted in December 2023, SHG has entered into a contract with Ambledale Workshop Ltd to undertake renovation and refurbishment of the Middle Landing Steps at the Wharf in Jamestown.  Works are due to commence on site from Monday 26 February 2024 […]

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  • Sea Conditions

    19 February 2024

    St Helena is expected to experience unsettling sea conditions from Wednesday 21 February 2024 and is forecast to continue through to Friday 23 February 2024 in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. The public are asked to take caution when accessing the sea front area in Jamestown. To avoid damage to vehicles, drivers are advised to […]

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  • Speaker Of The House Of Commons Departs St Helena Following Five-Day Official Visit

    17 February 2024

    Following a packed week of events, the Speaker of the House of Commons, the Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, departed St Helena earlier today concluding his five-day visit to the island. This historic visit marked the first time a Speaker of the House of Commons has visited St Helena. Sir Lindsay has long been […]

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  • Restricted access to Jamestown Wharf and Lower Rupert’s

    16 February 2024

    The Jamestown Wharf will be closed to all members of the public on Monday 19 February, Tuesday 20 February, and Wednesday 21 February 2024. This closure is due to the arrival of the Maria Da Paz and subsequent cargo operations. Access to the Jamestown Wharf will be strictly prohibited and is limited only to those […]

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  • Training In Boat Operation and Safety at Sea Requirements Completed

    15 February 2024

    In January this year, the Maritime Authority collaborated with the Blue Belt Programme to offer a pilot competency in boat operation and safety at sea of crew training package. The training package was developed to suit local operators and complement current experience, providing a platform for formal certification.  The training took place from Monday 8 […]

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  • Ministers Question Time

    15 February 2024

    Friday 16 February 2024 A special meeting of the Legislative Council, focusing on the 10th meeting of Ministers Question Time will take place on Friday 16 February 2024 at 09:15 in the Court House. This will be held in honour of the first visit to the island by the Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, […]

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  • Changes To Public Bus Services

    14 February 2024

    Existing contracts for the delivery of public bus services with Joshua’s Taxis and Colin’s Garage will come to an end at the end of this month, having been in place since March 2016. For several months SHG has been in discussions with current and potential providers to ensure that services continue after the end of […]

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