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St Helena Airport and Emergency Planning are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to participate in a major incident exercise to simulate an aircraft emergency.
The outdoor exercise will take place on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, from 08:00 to 13:30 at the St Helena Airport.
Volunteers are needed for the following roles:
•Role playing of injured passengers
•Distraught family members and other bystanders
Please be aware that this event may be emotionally and psychologically demanding for volunteers.
Lunch will be provided and transport on request.
Volunteers interested in this unique opportunity can contact Marc Fowler by telephone on 25180, or via email at marc.fowler@sthelenaairport.aero by 31 October 2025. Alternatively, contact Anel O’Bey on 25052 or email anel.obey@helanta.co.sh
Advice relating to entry of the St Helena Airport and clothing requirements will be discussed when volunteers make contact.
A meeting of Executive Council (ExCo) was held on 14 October 2025.
The agenda for the meeting was as follows:
| CLOSED AGENDA 1. Declaration of Interest 2. *Bank of St Helena (BOSH) Dividend (ExCo Memo 61/2025) 3. Confirmation of Minutes of the Executive Council Meeting held on 17 June 2025 4. Matters Arising from Minutes of 17 June 2025 5. Confirmation of Minutes of the Executive Council Meeting held on 24 June 2025 6. Matters Arising from Minutes of 24 June 2025 7. Confirmation of Minutes of the Executive Council Meeting held on 30 June 2025 8. Matters Arising from Minutes of 30 June 2025 9. Commencement of Customs and Excise (Tariffs and Exemptions) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2025 (ExCo Memo 60/2025) 9.1 Publicity/Briefing to Press 10. Addressing the Short Notice Period on the current Sure Licence (ExCo Memo 62/2025) 11. Any Other Business 11.1 Legal Assistance Funding Criteria NB Items marked (*) are commercially sensitive and depending on the subject matter, might not be referred to in the top lines |
The following were items were considered:
2. BOSH Dividend 2025
The Head of Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) attended for this item.
3 – 8. Confirmation of Minutes and Matter arising from the Minutes
It was agreed that the minutes for 17 June 2025 would be tabled at the next ExCo meeting.
Minutes for 24 and 30 June 2025 were signed off and all matters arising captured in minutes of 14 October 2025.
9. Commencement Customs Excise Regulations
Executive Council was asked to consider and advise whether the Customs and Excise (Tariffs and Exemptions) Regulations 2025 could commence from 16 October 2025.
At the meeting:
- It was noted that the Customs and Excise (Tariffs and Exemptions) (Amendment) (No 2) Regulations were presented to the Executive Council and approved on 20 May 2025. At the time it was agreed that the Regulations would come into force when Rupert’s Cargo Facility became operational. As a date could not be confirmed, the Regulations provide that they will come into force on a date fixed by the Governor by Order.
ExCo approved the commencement date of 16 October 2025.
10. Addressing the Short Notice Period on the current Sure License
The Portfolio Director for Economic Development, Chief Digital Officer, and Head of Communications Policy, Regulation and Compliance attended for this item.
ExCo was asked to consider and advise whether the Sure South Atlantic Ltd (Sure) telecoms rolling license notice period of six months should be amended to 12 months.
At the meeting:
- It was noted that ExCo agreed with Sure to amend the notice period that has to be given if either party (SHG or Sure) wanted to terminate (end) the current license for telecommunication provision from a six month to a 12-month notice period. This amendment is in the best interests of all parties and is essential to ensuring continuity and stability of services at their current level while the government determines its approach to longer term licensing for telecommunications.
ExCo approved to extend the rolling notice period from six months to 12 months.
11. AOB
Legal Assistance Funding Criteria
At the request of the Chief Magistrate, HE the Governor brought to the attention of Ministers, the updated Legal Assistance Funding Criteria document.
Thanks to retiring Chief Secretary, Susan O’Bey
On behalf of ExCo past and present, HE the Governor extended thanks to Susan O’Bey, Chief Secretary as this was her final ExCo meeting. In turn, Susan conveyed her thanks and appreciation, and offered her best wishes to the recently appointed ExCo.
#StHelena #ExCo #Toplines
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An open session of Executive Council in Planning (ECiP) was held on Tuesday, 14 October 2025 in the Council Chamber.
The agenda for the meeting was as follows:
| OPEN AGENDA 1. Declarations of Conflict of Interest 2. Development Application – Proposed Construction of a New Prison with AncillaryDojo, Service Buildings, access road, parking area and sewerage treatment plant atBottom Woods, Longwood North (ECIP Memo 04/2025) 2.1 Publicity/Briefings to the Press |
The Acting Chief Planning Officer, Shane Williams, members of the Project Management Office and Alex Mitham, Portfolio Director for Safety Security and Home Affairs were in attendance along with members of the public. The key item considered:
Development Application No. 2025/53 Development at Bottom Woods on Parcel LWN0501 Governor in Council was asked to consider and advise whether full development permission should be granted, with conditions, as recommended for the Proposed Construction of a New Prison at Bottom Woods with ancillary dojo, service buildings, access road, parking area and sewerage treatment plant.
This application had previously been considered by the Land Development Control Authority on 4 September 2025 who recommended that the Governor in Council grant development permission subject to planning conditions set out by the Chief Planning Officer.
At the meeting:
Minister Thrower set out the context for the current application, before handing over to the Acting Chief Planning Officer to detail the key changes and conditions as outlined in published documentation.
HE the Governor opened the floor for questioning and discussion which centered on the recommended conditions.
Following deliberation, ECiP unanimously approved the development application subject to recommended conditions, with amendments to reword condition 13 for the Lighting Scheme, and condition 11 for the Storm Water Management Plan and the confirmation of the fencing design and colour with the Chief Planning Officer. Minister Thrower will give details of the application together with an overview of the decision, on radio this coming Thursday.
Documentation for the meeting is available via the SHG website http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/legislative-council/executive-council/
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St Helena Airport has experienced an email spoofing incident. Fraudulent emails have been sent appearing to come from airport staff members Scott Stander, CNS and IT Specialist or Gwyneth Howell, CEO and Accountable Manager.
If you receive any email from these names that seems suspicious and resembles the image below:
- Do not open the email.
- Do not click on any links.
- Do not download any attachments.
Please delete the email immediately and, if applicable, report it to your IT Department or line manager.
We are actively investigating this issue and implementing additional security measures to prevent further incidents.
Thank you for your vigilance and cooperation.
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Join Your Elected Members for Upcoming District Meeting
Elected Members invite all residents to a series of District Meetings aimed at strengthening communication and collaboration between the Council and the Community.
These meetings are your opportunity to:
- Meet and greet with your elected representatives
- Share your views on local issues
- Raise concerns and highlight priorities
- Help to shape the future of your district and our island
This is a key step toward open, two-way dialogue – ensuring that every voice is heard and community ideas help guide decisions.
Strong communication builds good governance. Together, we can find solutions that meet your district needs whilst planning for our shared future.
Meetings will be held across all districts, giving everyone a chance to discuss what matters most locally with the entire team
Everyone is encouraged to come along, ask questions, and play an active part in contributing to shaping the direction of our community and the work of your elected Council.
Your voice matters — be a part of the conversation!
| Schedule of Meetings | ||
| Date | Venue | Chairperson |
| Monday, 20 Oct 2025 7:30pm | HTH Community Centre | Cllr Derek Thomas |
| Tuesday, 21 Oct 2025 7:30pm | Jamestown Community Centre | Cllr Dr Corinda Essex |
| Thursday, 23 Oct 2025 7:30pm | Sandy Bay Community Centre | Cllr Clint Beard |
| Monday, 27 Oct 2025 7:30pm | Harford Community Centre | Cllr Denis Leo |
| Tuesday, 28 Oct 2025 7:30pm | Alarm Forest Meeting held at Jamestown Community Centre | Cllr Julie Thomas |
| Wednesday, 29 Oct 2025 7:30pm | St Michael’s, Rupert’s | Cllr Dr Corinda Essex |
| Thursday, 30 Oct 2025 7:30pm | Kingshurst Community Centre | Cllr Robert Midwinter |
| Monday, 3 Nov 2025 7:30pm | Levelwood Bar | Cllr Ronald Coleman |
| Thursday, 6 Nov 2025 7:30pm | Blue Hill Community Centre | Cllr Clint Beard |
Please note that Minister for Economic Development and Environment, Natural Resources and Planning, Karl Thrower will be overseas.
The public are invited to review and provide comment on the options paper for the proposed Jamestown seafront redevelopment. This is available on the St Helena Government (SHG) website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/JT-redevelopment-Report-with-appendix-2025.pdf.
This important document outlines various strategies for the future development and revitalisation of the seafront area, marking a significant step in the project’s progression.
Minister Karl Thrower added,
“On behalf of the Economic Development team we would like to sincerely thank everyone who has contributed to the process thus far. Your input has been invaluable in shaping the options presented in this paper and we now welcome all constructive feedback on the options presented as we move forward in the decision-making process.”
Submitting Feedback
Feedback can be communicated directly to the Economic Development team via email at the following addresses: ·
- invest@sainthelena.gov.sh
- Head of Property, Nikita Crowie, at nikita.crowie@sainthelena.gov.sh
Please submit your feedback by 30 November 2025.
#StHelena #Jamestown #SeafrontDevelopment #PublicConsultation
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In keeping with the Chief Minister and Ministers’ commitment to openness and transparency, St Helena Government is pleased to announce that the top lines and agenda of Executive Council meetings will be published following each meeting.
These top lines will offer a broad overview of the key matters discussed and the outcomes reached, ensuring the public remains informed and engaged with the business of Government. Items which are sensitive and/or contain personal information will be marked as such on the agenda and depending on the subject matter, might not be referred to in the top lines.
Today, as a result of a report of a missing person, the Royal St Helena Police (RSHP) activated its missing person procedures, together with its partner agencies. During the course of our initial inquiries, RSHP issued an appeal to the public seeking any information of the last known whereabouts of Mr Greg Coleman. The RSHP would like to thank the public for their kind assistance in relation to Greg Coleman and no further assistance is required at this time.
We would like to thank all of our partner agencies who assisted us with this matter.
The Ambulance Service is offering an accredited Qualsafe ‘Emergency First Aid at Work’ training course, open to all St Helena Government (SHG) staff and members of the public. The one-day course will be held at the St Helena Community College from 09:00 to 16:00 on the scheduled dates.
This course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to respond effectively to medical emergencies in the workplace. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Qualsafe Emergency First Aid at Work qualification, which remains valid for three years.
Course Dates and Fee
The course will be offered on the following dates:
- Tuesday, 18 November 2025
- Friday, 28 November 2025
- Tuesday, 16 December 2025
- Wednesday, 18 February 2026
- Thursday, 26 March 2026
The course fee is £20 per person. This fee covers all training materials, printing, and the learner registration fee that must be paid to Qualsafe, the awarding body. This contribution also supports the ongoing costs of maintaining accreditation, ensuring that the island can continue to deliver nationally recognised qualifications in the future.
How to Book
To book a place, please contact Carley Peters on +290 22607.
Alternatively, you can register online using the St Helena Community College registration form, by clicking here. Please note that the ‘Emergency First Aid at Work’ course can be found under the ‘Qualsafe’ course category. You are not required to enter an SHCC Membership number – you can bypass this step and continue to complete the form.
#StHelena #AltogetherHealthier #FirstAidTraining
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The Royal St Helena Police are appealing for the public’s assistance to urgently locate Greg Coleman.
Mr Coleman, a 34-year-old man from Levelwood, was last seen at approximately 22:00 last night, Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
He was reported missing by his family this morning, and search teams have been actively looking for him since. The police have concerns for his safety and welfare.
We urge anyone who may have seen Mr Coleman, or who has any information regarding his current whereabouts, to please contact the Royal St Helena Police at Coleman House immediately on 22626.
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Greg Coleman