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Gratitude From The Community Care Centre For 2 Years Of Fundraising
15 June 2023
Over the past two years, you may have seen events organised on St Helena and online to raise funds for the Community Care Centre (CCC). These events have now raised over £11,000. This has been mainly put towards improving the comfort of the residents by creating a beautiful outdoor space where they can sit in […]
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World Blood Donor Day 2023
14 June 2023
If you are a healthy person between the ages of 17 and 65 and would like to become a blood donor, please contact the Pathology Department via telephone on 22500. The staff there will be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have.
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023
13 June 2023
Elder abuse is an intentional act of misconduct or inaction that may cause or create a risk of harm to an older person. It is a global problem. It is estimated that around 500,000 older people are victims of abuse in the UK alone, and St Helena is no exception.
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The colour purple is associated with WEAAD as it represents royalty, dignity and respect, exactly how we should describe and treat our elders. So on Thursday 15 June, ‘be purple’ -
Changes To Customs And Duty Rates Introduced
12 June 2023
At a meeting of the Executive Council on Tuesday 21 March 2023, it was agreed that several changes to customs and duty rates would be introduced from 1 April 2023. These changes were considered by the Tax and Revenue Working Group before being proposed to the Executive Council. The working group includes representatives from the […]
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Brahminy Blind Snake – Smallest Snake In The World Found At The Wharf
9 June 2023
On Tuesday 6 June 2023, biosecurity officers were notified that a snake approximately 10cm long and 2mm wide, resembling a long black ‘worm’, had been found at the Wharf. Following the alert, biosecurity officials investigated and positively identified it as a brahminy blind snake (Indotyphlops Braminus). Commonly known as the flowerpot snake, it is the […]
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Statistical Updates: Arrivals And Departures
9 June 2023
For the month of April 2023, there were a total of 323 arrivals. This is more than twice the number of arrivals compared to the same period in 2022 (155). Of these April 2023 arrivals, 291 arrived by air and the remaining 32 by sea.
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Statistical Update: Population
8 June 2023
The latest statistical updates have been released for population data on Tuesday 6 June 2023. There were an estimated 4,327 people on the island at the end of April 2023, of which 4,171 were estimated to be resident, and 156 were visiting.
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World Oceans Day 2023
8 June 2023
Today, Thursday 8 June 2023, is World Oceans Day. World Oceans Day is celebrated worldwide each year, and is an opportunity to showcase our oceans, highlight their importance and raise public awareness of the impact our actions have on our oceans. This year’s theme is “Planet Ocean: The Tides Are Changing”. St Helena is surrounded […]
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World Food Safety Day 2023 – Increased Agricultural Production (IAP) Project
7 June 2023
World Food Safety Day is marked annually on 7 June to raise awareness about the importance of safe food practices and the global need for safe food, and in the process contribute to improved food security. This international day is a collaborative effort between the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and […]
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HM Prison Long Service And Good Conduct Awards
7 June 2023
On Thursday 25 May 2023, HM Prison Service held a ceremony to celebrate long service and good conduct ceremony for members of their staff.
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Four medals for Long Service and Good Conduct were awarded to:
Deputy Superintendent Linda Fuller, for 30 years of service
Senior Officer Tania Augustus, for 19 years of service
Prison Officers Winston Henry and Michel Coleman, for 18 years of service
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