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  • Shelby Bargo Achieves First-Class Honours in Ocean Science and Marine Conservation

    13 September 2024

    A recent graduate of the University of Plymouth, Shelby Bargo, has achieved a First-Class Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Ocean Science and Marine Conservation. Shelby’s core studies involved marine biology, oceanography, ecology, and conservation. Through a combination of theoretical coursework and practical applications, she gained invaluable experience in data collection, analysis, and research. Her […]

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  • Councillors Attend Overseas Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Events

    13 September 2024

    Councillor Andrew Turner, as part of a delegation, departed St Helena on Saturday 7 September 2024, to attend the 6th UK Overseas Territories Forum on the Oversight of Public Finances and Good Governance, held in Westminster from 10 to 12 September 2024. Further details can be found on the SHG website via Councillor Turner is […]

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  • Memorial Service for Fishing Vessel Argos Georgia Crew

    11 September 2024

    A memorial service will be held at St James Church on Thursday 19 September 2024 from 12:30 to 13:00, to commemorate the crew of the fishing vessel Argos Georgia. Tragically the FV Argos Georgia, operated by Argos Froyanes Ltd (more affectionately known locally as ‘Argos’), sank near the Falkland Islands on Monday 22 July 2024, […]

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  • Emergency Services Day

    9 September 2024

    Today, on Emergency Services Day, we acknowledge and express our deepest gratitude to the dedicated individuals who serve on the frontline, ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. From paramedics and nurses to police officers, firefighters, and sea rescue crews, each person plays a vital role in maintaining the health and security of our […]

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  • Invitation for Nominations – Commonwealth Scholarships 2025

    9 September 2024

    The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the UK is inviting nominations from St Helena for Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships commencing in 2025. Nominations will be for one candidate for consideration by the CSC for Master’sstudy. The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to make change. The CSC is committed to a policy […]

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  • Side Path Road Closure

    6 September 2024

    The Highways Authority has given approval for Side Path Road to be closed from Thursday 12 September 2024 at 17:00 for a period of approximately eight weeks. This closure is to allow for concreting works to be undertaken on the Side Path Road – Field Road junction as part of rehabilitation works for the R2 […]

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  • SHG Financial Statements for 2022/23 Approved

    5 September 2024

    The St Helena Government (SHG) Financial Statements for the Financial Year 2022/23 have been approved by the Executive Council and are now available to the public. Financial Secretary Dax Richards, signed the statements on behalf of SHG, and the Chief Auditor Brendon Hunt, issued his Audit Opinion. The 2022/23 SHG Financial Statements can be accessed […]

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  • Container Movement

    5 September 2024

    The public are advised that Jamestown Wharf will be closed on Friday 6 September 2024 from 08:30 due to the movement of containers in preparation for the next arrival of the cargo ship, and also to assist with other port activities. The wharf will reopen as soon as operations have been completed. Any inconvenience is […]

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  • 0-19 Health Service Team Partners with NHS Team to Provide Free Online Courses in Emotional Health

    3 September 2024

    The 0-19 Health Service Team is excited to announce its recent partnership with the Solihull Approach, a trusted NHS provider of online courses focused on children’s emotional health and wellbeing. Through this collaboration, the Health and Social Care Portfolio’s 0-19 Health Service Team has been granted multi-user license, enabling all residents on St Helena Island […]

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  • Merchant Navy Day

    3 September 2024

    Today is Merchant Navy Day and we take this opportunity to give thanks to all seafarers responsible for ensuring that goods are transported all over the world. The merchant navy provides a vital lifeline to many and we, here on St Helena, realise this more than most, as we rely on all of our goods […]

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