St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • Sea State Warning

    14 November 2024

    St Helena will be experiencing a north-westerly swell from Monday 18 November 2024 which is forecasted to continue through to Tuesday evening 19 November 2024. This is likely to cause some unsettled sea conditions in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. The public are asked to take caution when accessing the sea front area. To avoid […]

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  • Remembrance Sunday Divine Services 2024

    13 November 2024

    The annual Remembrance Sunday Divine Service, in honour of those who lost their lives in the violence of war, as well as those who served and survived these wars, was held at the Cenotaph in Jamestown on Sunday 10 November 2024. The Right Reverend Lord Bishop of St Helena, Dale Bowers, welcomed those in attendance […]

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  • White Ribbon Day – 25 November 2024

    13 November 2024

    White Ribbon Day, observed annually on 25 November, is a global movement dedicated to ending violence against women. This year’s theme, “It Starts with Men,” emphasises the crucial role men play in preventing domestic abuse. The Health and Social Care Portfolio is proud to join this important cause and encourage everyone on St Helena to […]

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  • Contract Signed for Wastewater Management Design Consultancy

    12 November 2024

    St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce that they have entered into a contract with MPAMOT Africa (PTY) Ltd from Cape Town, South Africa to develop wastewater solutions for Half Tree Hollow and Jamestown.   MPAMOT Africa is a multidisciplinary engineering and development consultancy with more than 27 years’ experience within the Infrastructure, Transportation, […]

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  • Delegation to Represent St Helena at COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan

    12 November 2024

    A delegation comprising of Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Planning, Christine Scipio, and SHG UK representative, Kedell Worboys, MBE, will be representing St Helena at the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29). COP29, taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November 2024, is a […]

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  • HM Customs Closure

    11 November 2024

    HM Customs & Immigration would like to advise the public they will be closed on Tuesday 12 November 2024 from 08:30 to 11:00. During this closure only consolidated cargo and the cashier services will be closed until 11:00, after which time normal operations will resume.  HM Customs & Immigration would like to apologise for any inconvenience […]

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  • SHG Practical Drone Training

    8 November 2024

    In September 2024, 28 SHG and project / contract personnel embarked on an online Remote Pilot theory course with The UAV Academy. The next phase in the course, delivered by The UAV Academy, involves practical training conducted on island which will complement their theoretical knowledge and aims to enhance the following skills involved in the […]

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  • Incident at Horse Point Landfill Site Update

    8 November 2024

    St Helena Government’s Waste Management Services (WMS) has provided an update on the ongoing situation at the Green Waste Cell at Horse Point Landfill Site. A fire broke out in the Green Waste Cell on Tuesday 5 November 2024. Since then, teams have been working diligently to contain the fire and minimise its impact. In […]

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  • Primary Education Review – Hampshire Local Authority to Visit St Helena

    8 November 2024

    St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the arrival of two experienced education consultants from Hampshire Local Authority. These consultants will be on the island from Saturday 9 November to Saturday 23 November 2024, to provide invaluable support to the ongoing Education Review. The primary focus of their visit will be to conduct a […]

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  • Arrival of MV Karoline

    7 November 2024

    The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay at 06:00 on Saturday 9 November 2024. Weather permitting the vessel will dock alongside Rupert’s Jetty and cargo operations will commence as soon as practicable. The public are therefore advised that the Port of Jamestown and whole of lower Rupert’s including the beach area, will […]

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