St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • PORT MANAGEMENT – USE OF THE WHARF

    7 May 2014

    Due to works currently being carried out, the Wharf will be open to pedestrians only between the hours of 16.00 & 8.30 hrs Monday to Friday and from 16.00 hrs Friday until 08.30 hrs Monday morning (ie, open to pedestrians only, and authorised vehicles only, over the weekend). These arrangements will commence on Wednesday 7 […]

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  • PROVISIONAL REGISTER OF ELECTORS TO PUBLISH

    6 May 2014

    Preparation for updating the Register of Electors for St Helena has now begun. Members of the public are encouraged to come forward if they would like to add their names or amend any details to the current Register, dated 7 February 2014.  The Provisional Register of Electors will issue on Friday 9 May 2014 and […]

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  • DIRECTORS’ TRAINING PRAISED

    5 May 2014

    St Helena Government, working with the UK Institute of Directors (IoD), recently hosted an intensive six day programme (23-29 April 2014) to provide a development opportunity for existing and aspiring Directors of companies, NGOs and charities on St Helena. The training was delivered by David Buckle from the IoD (photo attached) and covered the Nature […]

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  • COMMEMORATION OF NAPOLEON’S DEATH

    5 May 2014

    The Commemoration of Napoleon’s Death took place at the Tomb, Longwood, at 11am today, Monday 5 May. A ceremony was held, open to the public, with invited guests including French students from Prince Andrew School, giving an educational perspective on the Napoleonic legacy.  The location of Napoleon’s Tomb was chosen by Napoleon himself, as he […]

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  • CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENTS IN EDUCATION

    5 May 2014

    The Education and Employment Directorate is pleased to congratulate Mrs Mavis Brooks (‘Meggie’) and Miss Tania Yon (photos attached) on their achievements for passing their teaching courses through distance learning. Meggie, a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Pilling Primary School, was the first staff member to complete and pass her course which focused on Managing […]

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  • NEW YEAR HONOURS 2015 – OVERSEAS LIST

    5 May 2014

    The Foreign and Commonwealth Office invites nominations for the 2015 New Year Honours List. It is once again stressed that nominations for this list must be supported by a persuasive account of the outstanding, innovative or self-sacrificing service and achievements of the nominee. Where possible, nominations should place emphasis on voluntary services.  It should also […]

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  • RMS ST HELENA – DELAYED DEPARTURE FROM CAPE TOWN

    2 May 2014

    The RMS St Helena will arrive in Cape Town on Monday 5 May 2014. Due to Wednesday 7 May being a  Bank Holiday in South Africa and because of the ship’s cargo commitments, the RMS will now depart Cape Town on the morning of Thursday 8 May 2014 and not as previously scheduled. At present […]

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  • ACTING GOVERNOR SWORN IN

    30 April 2014

    Head of the Governor’s Office, Sean Burns, was this afternoon sworn in as Acting Governor, taking the prescribed Oaths in the presence of the Sheriff of St Helena, Mrs Pat Musk MBE JP, in the Governor’s Office at the Castle (photo attached).  Sean’s appointment is effective immediately. HE Governor Capes accompanied by Mrs Capes departed […]

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  • ST HELENA POLICE – PUBLIC SURVEY

    29 April 2014

    The St Helena Police Service needs the trust and confidence of the local community in order to be properly effective. Changes are being made in policing style to forge closer links with the community, putting public service at the core, protecting and serving the public and delivering a safe environment for all. The Police Service, […]

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  • ACTING CHIEF SECRETARY

    29 April 2014

    Chief Secretary Owen O’Sullivan departs the Island tomorrow (Wednesday 30 April) on completion of his contract. Also leaving tomorrow for a brief visit to Cape Town for personal reasons is Deputy Chief Secretary Gillian Francis. During the period up until the new Chief Secretary is in post, Assistant Chief Secretary (Performance) Paul McGinnety will take […]

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