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  • Jordana Peters Receives International ‘Women in Policing Network’ Leader of the Future Award

    14 April 2025

    Police Constable Jordana Peters of the Royal St Helena Police Service has been awarded the prestigious International ‘Women in Policing Network’ Leader of the Future award, recognising her notable dedication, community involvement, and promising leadership potential. The award was presented to Constable Peters by Acting Chief of Police, Peter Lansdown, at a ceremony held in […]

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  • Border Force UK to Deliver Customs and Immigration Training Following BIOT Migrant Agreement

    10 April 2025

    In accordance with the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) Migrant Agreement Memorandum of Understanding, HM Customs and Immigration will be undertaking specialised training. A comprehensive six-week training programme, commencing on Monday 28 April 2025, will take place on island and aims to strengthen the capabilities of St Helena’s Customs and Immigration Section. A team of […]

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  • Central Support Service Closure

    10 April 2025

    Please be advised that the Central Support Service will be closed on Friday, 11 April 2025 to allow staff to attend their Away Day. These office closures will include the Legislative Council staff office, Statistics, the IT Section, Human Resources and Organisational Development, GIS, Administration Support, Archives, the Transport Section and the Comms Hub. The […]

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  • Reception Held in Palace of Westminster to Celebrate St Helena’s Cloud Forest Restoration Project

    8 April 2025

    A reception celebrating St Helena’s Cloud Forest Project (SHCFP) was held at the Speaker’s House State Rooms in the Palace of Westminster, London, on Monday, 07 April 2025. The SHCFP, previously funded by the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF)/Integrated Security Fund (ISF) through the CSSF Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change, and ISF Climate Security […]

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  • Weather Warning – Unsettled Sea Conditions

    8 April 2025

    The Emergency Planning Department would like to inform the public that a North-westerly swell is forecast for Saturday, 12 April, to Monday, 14 April 2025. This may result in unsettled sea conditions in James and Rupert’s Bay. Swimmers should exercise extreme caution when entering the water in James and Rupert’s Bay. Vehicle owners are advised […]

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  • Cruise Ship MV Bolette Visit

    7 April 2025

    The cruise ship MV Bolette will arrive in St Helena at 07:00 on Wednesday, 09 April 2025. There are 990 passengers on board.  Tours are due to depart from Jamestown Wharf at 08:00. It is expected that the passengers will carry the following currencies:  Euros, Dollars and Great British Pounds (GBP). Currency exchange rate information […]

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  • Easter Weekend Waste Collection Changes

    7 April 2025

    Please be advised of the following change to waste collection days over the Easter weekend: Normal weekly collection will resume on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. We appreciate your cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience. General Reminder to the Public Waste Management Services (WMS) would like to remind the public that one of their Refuse Collection […]

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  • Smokefree St Helena Launches New Online Referral System

    3 April 2025

    Smokefree St Helena, today announced the launch of it’s new, user-friendly online referral system, designed to streamline access to vital smoking cessation support. The new online form simplifies the process for individuals seeking to quit smoking. Smokefree St Helena provides stop-smoking services, including behavioural support and a recently expanded range of Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT). […]

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  • EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

    1 April 2025

    CHARITY COMMISSIONER St Helena Government (SHG) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the role of Commissioner of the Charity Commission of St Helena. The Charity Commission operates under the Charities Ordinance 2005, which outlines its key responsibilities. Full details of the legislation can be found here: www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/legislation/laws-of-st-helena/alphabetical-list-st-helena/. As a Commissioner, you will play a […]

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  • HM Customs Closure

    31 March 2025

    The public are advised that HM Customs will be closed to Merchants and Consolidator cargo on Wednesday 02 April, and Thursday 03 April 2025.  The closure will allow the processing of cargo arriving from Ascension Island on the return of the MV Karoline. Normal business will resume on Friday 04 April 2025 at 09:00. HM […]

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