St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • Upcoming Road Works: Ladder Hill and Shy Road Closure – July 2025

    17 June 2025

    The Highways Authority has given approval for Ladder Hill Road and Shy Road to be closed from Tuesday 01 July 2025 to Thursday 31 July 2025 to all vehicular traffic and pedestrians. This closure is to allow the Roads Section to carry out full-width surface works with the micro-paver for the rehabilitation of the part […]

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  • Minister Martin Henry to Attend UKHSA Conference in London

    17 June 2025

    In his final week in office, the Hon. Martin Henry, St Helena’s Minister for Health and Social Care, has been invited to attend and participate in the UK Health Security Agency’s (UKHSA) UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs) Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Conference in London. The conference, funded by the FCDO (Overseas Territories Civil Resilience Programme), via […]

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  • Budget Book 2025/26 Published

    16 June 2025

    Following the presentation of the Appropriation Bill 2025 on Thursday 29 May 2025 in Legislative Council, and the budget speech by Minister for the Treasury and Economic Development Portfolios, Mark Brooks, the Budget Book 2025/26 – 2027/28 is now available on the SHG website via: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-26-to-2027-28-Budget-Book.pdf. The Budget Book, formally titled Estimates of Recurrent and […]

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  • St Helena Nominated For ‘Most Desirable Island – Worldwide’ In Wanderlust Travel Awards 2025

    13 June 2025

    St Helena has been nominated for the ‘Most Desirable Island – Worldwide’ category in the prestigious Wanderlust Travel Awards 2025. This significant recognition follows Wanderlust’s shortlisting of destinations that resonated with their readership of over 140,000 and broader audience, with consumers now voting on these shortlisted nominations to determine the ultimate winner. This highlights St […]

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  • SHG Enhances Public Transportation Safety With New Regulations and Lower Drink-Driving Limit

    13 June 2025

    The St Helena Government (SHG) is implementing significant reforms to enhance public safety and improve the island’s transportation system, focusing on taxis, buses, and Public Service Vehicles (PSVs). These reforms, approved by the Executive Council in October 2023, include a comprehensive licensing policy for drivers and vehicles and a reduced drink-driving limit, aligning with international […]

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  • Update on Public Warning Systems

    12 June 2025

    The Emergency Planning Department wishes to provide an update regarding the Public Warning Systems installed in Rupert’s and Jamestown under the EDIP Micro Project funding during the 2022-23 fiscal year.  The systems continue to experience difficulties in establishing reliable communication with the Joint Emergency Services Control Centre- a critical function for their operational effectiveness.  The […]

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  • Controlled Rock Removal – Tuesday 17 June

    12 June 2025

    The Rock Guards will carry out a controlled rock removal on the hillside of Ladder Hill, above the Museum on Tuesday, 17 June 2025, from 10:00 to 13:00. During this time, the road from the back of the Prison to the entrance of the Grand Parade will be closed to pedestrians and vehicular traffic. Vehicular […]

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  • Road Closure At Knollcombes

    11 June 2025

    The Highways Authority has approved the temporary closure of the road at Knollcombes on Monday, 16 June, and Tuesday, 17 June 2025 from 09:00 to 15:00. This is to allow the Roads Section to carry out essential general maintenance work. During this period, the diversion route for all traffic will be via Watercross Road and […]

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  • Carers Week On St Helena: 9 – 15 June 2025

    11 June 2025

    St Helena is proud to observe Carers Week from 9 to 15 June 2025, dedicated to recognising the invaluable contributions of unpaid carers across the island. This year’s theme, ‘Working towards an equal society where unpaid carers are truly recognised, valued and supported,’ highlights the critical role these individuals play in our community. A carer […]

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  • Public Information Meetings – Wastewater Management Project (Amended Dates)

    10 June 2025

    The Programme Management Office (PMO) will be holding public information meetings in June 2025 to provide an update on the Wastewater Management Project. This project focuses on improving the sewage in, Half Tree Hollow and Jamestown and is being delivered under the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP). These sessions will be held as a joint […]

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