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Following completion of the essential tree surgery works, the section of road from the Connect Office, along Carnarvon Court, to the Brow in Jamestown is now open to the public.

All temporary access restrictions have been lifted, and vehicles and pedestrians may use the road as normal.

The Forestry Section thanks residents and the wider public for their patience, understanding and cooperation while the works were carried out.

St Helena Government (SHG) advises the public that there is limited time remaining to receive the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination and to register for the influenza (flu) vaccine planned for later this year. Members of the public who are interested and have not yet received their MMR vaccination, or who wish to receive the influenza vaccine, are encouraged to take action before the relevant deadlines.

Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Vaccination

The MMR vaccination stock, donated by the UK Health Security Agency, will expire 30 September 2026.  Notably, the first and second doses must be given at least 28 days apart. Therefore, anyone yet to receive either their first or second dose of the MMR vaccine are encouraged to attend either a routine community health clinic or enquire at the Hospital Pharmacy on Tel: 25867.

The Health and Social Care Portfolio are pleased to report that over 3,300 doses of the vaccine were administered through the MMR adult catch-up vaccination campaign since April 2026. The portfolio would like to thank those who came forward to receive their vaccines; helping to protect themselves and their communities against dangerous infections.

Register your interest for influenza vaccines

The Health and Social Care Portfolio are now able to purchase influenza (flu) vaccines on behalf of eligible members of the public who are interested in receiving one.  As these vaccines come at a considerable cost to SHG, only individuals who register their interest by 20 August 2026 will be guaranteed a dose of the vaccine.

Interested persons can contact the Health Promotion team on Tel: 25949 or via email: healthpromotion@sainthelena.gov.uk

Individuals in the following categories are encouraged to register their interest:

Online registration is also available by scanning the QR code below or by directly accessing the form at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/shflu

St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the completion of the R2 Project: Rehabilitation of Side Path and Field Road.

The £4.4 million project forms part of the £70 million Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP), funded by the UK Government.

Work began in 2020 and involved removing the old road surface, widening both roads, replacing the sub-base and resurfacing Side Path and Field Road with concrete. Additional safety features, including crash barriers and gabions, were also installed on Field Road. These works have made both roads safer, more durable and more accessible, supporting the new cargo handling facility in Ruperts.

The Side Path works were delivered through three separate contracts, while the Field Road works were delivered under a single contract. Practical completion of the final Side Path contract and the Field Road contract was achieved in November 2024, following completion of the junction connecting the two roads. Final completion certificates for both roads were issued in November 2025.

The final phase of the project involved installing permanent safety netting above the junction of Side Path and Field Road. Temporary green netting was in place while the permanent netting was procured. Installation commenced on 13 July 2026 and was completed on 4 August 2026, bringing the overall project to a successful conclusion.

The successful delivery of this major infrastructure project reflects the hard work, commitment and dedication of everyone involved in bringing the works to completion.

SHG extends its sincere thanks to all those who helped deliver the project. Special recognition is given to Isaac’s Contractors for undertaking the major roadworks and to S. Doy Construction for completing the final phase of the project: the installation of the safety netting.

SHG also thanks members of the public for their patience and understanding during the road closures, interruptions and delays experienced while the works were carried out. 

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Side Path Road

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Side Path Road before

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Field Road:

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Junction:

HM Customs & Immigration Services advises the public that due to the arrival of the delayed Airlink flight, consolidated sea freight cargo would not be issued today, Monday 10 August 2026 from Liberation House in Ruperts.  The closure includes the public counter and the cash counter at Liberation House.

The closure will not affect the release of merchant cargo which will continue as normal.  Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, 11 August 2026 from 09:00 to 16:00.

In the event of an emergency, officers can be contacted on the following numbers:

Customs & Immigration Office, Liberation House – +290 22287

Customs matters – +290 67652

Immigration matters – +290 51442

The public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience caused.

A meeting of the Police and Crime Panel took place on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

A recording of this meeting, which was also live-streamed, is now available for viewing via the SHG YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@sthelenagovernment1638.

The report summary can be found on the SHG Website: The Royal St Helena Police Service | St Helena Government.

Printed versions of the report summary and the full report are now available to read at the Library and the Customer Service Centre in Jamestown.

For more information, please contact the Temporary Director of Police, Julian Pezzani, by telephone on (+290) 22626 or by email through julian.pezzani@sainthelena.gov.sh.

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A temporary road closure on the section of road from the Connect Office, along Carnarvon Court, to the Brow in Jamestown will take place between 09:00 and 15:00 daily from Monday, 10 August to Friday, 21 August 2026. This closure is necessary to allow the Forestry Section to carry out essential tree surgery works in the area.

Residents will be allowed walking access during the closure period. However, please note that all vehicles must be removed from the affected area before the closure takes place each day.

Emergency vehicles will be allowed access at all times.

The Forestry Section apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their understanding and cooperation.

Applications for the prestigious Chevening Scholarships Awards Programme are now open and will close on 6th October 2026.

Offering a fully funded one year’s master’s degree in the UK, the programme aims to create a global network of exceptional leaders with shared values and world class knowledge who can drive sustainable development in their communities and beyond and help address the world’s most pressing challenges.

To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship, candidates must:

Before applying, candidates are strongly encouraged to review the resources available at chevening.org/guidance and assess whether they are ready to present a competitive application.

You may also contact Chevening Officer, Kerry Lane, at the Governor’s Office, on telephone +290 22308 or via email: Kerry.Lane@fcdo.gov.uk  who will be able to assist with your queries.

The Royal St Helena Police Service main control room line (22626) will be temporarily turned off between 09:30 and 11:30 on Sunday, 9 August 2026. This is to allow a necessary switchboard upgrade and replacement.

For Non-Emergencies: Please call 22096 during this 2-hour window only.

For Emergencies: Call 999. The emergency line will not be affected during this time.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation during this essential system upgrade.

The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio wishes to invite the community to our upcoming Open Days. Come explore our classrooms, meet our staff, and learn more about our school community.

Key Stage 2 (KS2) Open Day

Key Stage 1 (KS1) Open Day

We look forward to welcoming you.

Please be advised that the Adults Social Care team will be attending their Away Day on Friday, 31 July 2026.

The Adult Social Care switchboard (22920) will remain staffed until 16:00, and you may leave a message for the team if required. Out‑of‑hours duty services will continue to operate as normal.

Normal business will resume on Monday, 3 August 2026 at 08:30.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.