Public Talk on RRS Discovery Scientific Expedition

The Environment, Natural Resources and Planning Portfolio’s Marine Section, together with scientists from on board the RRS Discovery, will be hosting a public talk at The Museum, Jamestown from 7:00pm on Thursday 8December. The talk will discuss the purpose of the Blue Belt Programme expedition, research that was undertaken on board during the St Helena […]

Closure of Vetting Certificate Office

The Royal Saint Helena Police Service would like to advise the public that an expedited service will be offered for any Vetting Certificate applications received between Monday, 12, and Wednesday, 14 December 2022.  Applications for Vetting Certificates will not be processed between Monday, 19 December 2022 and Monday, 3 January 2023.  Electronic applications for Vetting Certificates can still be sent via […]

Poppy Appeal 2022

Central Support Services would like to extend sincere thanks to all who supported this year’s fund raising in aid of the Poppy Appeal Fund. The sum of £460.46 was raised this year and will be sent on behalf of St Helena Island to The Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal in the UK.  Your continuing support […]

Recreational Water activities permitted within James Bay and Ruperts Bay

Port Control would like to advise the public that James Bay and Rupert’s Bay is now once again open to all recreational swimming and scuba diving. This follows the announcement on Friday, 18 November that an oil leak from the RFA Darkdale had been observed, and that sea conditions were pushing the leak toward the […]

Sea Conditions

The Emergency Planning Department would like to inform the public that a 1.8m to 3m meter North-Westerly swell is forecast for St Helena from tomorrow, Saturday 3 December, to Tuesday, 6 December 2022. This may result in unsettled sea conditions in James and Rupert’s Bay. The public is advised to take due care and attention […]

Acts of Bravery Awards Bestowed On Cristen Yon and Kyle Joshua

On Thursday 24 November 2022, Act of Bravery Awards were presented to Cristen Yon and Kyle Joshua in a reception at Plantation House. As Kyle Joshua is currently off-Island, his father Keith (KJ) Joshua received the award on his behalf. The pair were recognised for the outstanding bravery of their behaviour on the evening of […]

Contract Awarded in Telecoms Procurement

30 November 2022

On Thursday 17 November 2022, St Helena Government (SHG) signed a contract with Maestro St Helena Ltd (Maestro) (a company registered in St Helena) to design and build a fibre network across the Island. This work, and handover to the new service provider, is scheduled to be completed by 31 December 2023. This award follows […]

HM Customs Extends Opening Times

Due to the high volume of cargo that arrived on the MV Helena, Customs has extended their opening times to 17:00 hrs on cargo operation days.  This will hopefully maximise the times customers have for collecting their goods. It is anticipated there will be delays, however HM Customs appreciates your patience and understanding. The extended […]

Parking in Jamestown During Festive Period

With the festive period around the corner, it is anticipated that the volume of vehicular traffic and pedestrians will increase in Jamestown, as people get in their Christmas shopping and attend events. In light of previous experience at this time of year, a number of possible pinch points and obstructions have been identified. In order to […]

Reminder on the use of SUA/Drones in St Helena

REMINDER ON THE USE OF SUA / DRONES IN ST HELENA With the festive season is just around the corner, some may be receiving a Small Unmanned Aircraft (SUA) / drones as a gift, others may be planning to take footage during the holidays of the breathtaking views the island boast. As such, it is […]