St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • Restricted Access to Jamestown Wharf

    7 April 2025

    The public are advised that the Jamestown Wharf will be closed to all members of the public from 06:00 on Wednesday, 09 April 2025, due to the arrival of cruise ship MV Bolette. This area will remain closed until the vessel has departed the port. Access to Jamestown Wharf will be strictly prohibited and is […]

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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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  • SHG Signs Contract for New Prison Design and Supervise

    2 April 2025

    On 28 March 2025, Chief Secretary, Susan O’Bey signed a contract on behalf of SHG with One Creative Environments Ltd (ONE) to design and supervise the construction of a new prison at Bottom Woods. The design phase is expected to be completed by September 2025, with construction commencing shortly thereafter. The project is part of […]

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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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  • Arrival of MV Karoline

    31 March 2025

    The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Wednesday 02 April 2025 at 06:00. 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 the whole of Lower Ruperts including the beach area, […]

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  • St Helena Showcases Climate Change Impacts On Marine Life During Marine Awareness Week

    31 March 2025

    During Marine Awareness Week, from the 17th to 21st March 2025, St Helena showcased the critical impacts of climate change on its marine life. As part of this local initiative, which has been running for over 20 years since its inception in 2003, the Marine and Fisheries Conservation Section hosted a talk at the Museum […]

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  • Hampshire Local Authority Advisors Visit St Helena

    28 March 2025

    The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio is pleased to host two Education Advisors from Hampshire Local Authority, Emma Tarrant and Jo Keynon.  Emma and Jo are on island for two weeks working with all schools, supporting our leadership with learning in Phonics and English, with a particular focus on primary to secondary transition and securing […]

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  • Reminder of Automated External Defibrillators Locations

    28 March 2025

    The Emergency Planning Department would like to remind the public and visitors about the Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) located around the island. What is an AED and when and how are they used? Defibrillators are devices that send a safe electric shock to the heart to restore a normal heartbeat when someone is unconscious and […]

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