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  • Public Talk On Plant Diseases Affecting The Peaks National Park

    28 June 2023

    The Environment, Natural Resources and Planning portfolio is holding a public talk at The Museum, Jamestown on Wednesday 5 July 2023 from 7pm for approximately one hour. The talk will update the St Helena public on the latest research being undertaken on plant diseases affecting endemic plants within the Peaks National Park. An update on […]

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  • The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2022 Recital

    27 June 2023

    St Helena Primary Schools have entered the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition for a number of years, and this year was no exception. All successful entries received a Certificate of Participation. In addition, 14 students were awarded bronze medals, six were awarded silver medals and five were awarded gold medals at the ceremony, surrounded by their families, teachers and invited guests.

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  • International Day Of The Seafarer 2023

    26 June 2023

    The International Maritime Organization (IMO) recognises 25 June each year as Seafarers’ Day. This day is an opportunity to honour the role of seafarers in a global industry that contributes greatly to the movement of supplies and goods around the world. This year, the IMO celebrates the 50th anniversary of the implementation of the International Convention for […]

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  • Rupert’s Beach Closure

    26 June 2023

    The public is advised that Rupert’s Beach will be closed to the public from 6am on Tuesday 27 June to 4pm on Friday 30 June 2023 to allow for work on the fibre optic cable. During this closure, access will only be granted to emergency services. The public is thanked in advance for their patience […]

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  • Audio Recordings Of Legislative Council Meetings Now Available Online

    26 June 2023

    The three Ministers Question Time sessions are now available on the SHG YouTube channel at the following link www.youtube.com/@StHelenaGovernment1638. They can also be accessed through the Legislative Council section of the SHG website via www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/legislative-council/order-papers/.
    Audio recordings of proceedings will be uploaded shortly after the conclusion of the sessions, usually within three working days.

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  • Formal Legislative Council Meeting Wednesday 28 And Friday 30 June 2023

    23 June 2023

    A formal meeting of Legislative Council will take place on Wednesday 28 June at 10am at the St Helena Community College. This is the first sitting of the thirteenth meeting of Legislative Council and will be broadcast live via SAMS Radio 1. The Order Paper includes six Sessional Papers and fifteen questions for oral response. […]

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  • International Day Of Women In Diplomacy 2023

    23 June 2023

    The International Day of Women in Diplomacy is celebrated annually on 24 June. It was established by the United Nations (UN) on 20 June 2022 to reaffirm that women’s participation, on an equal footing with men and at all levels of decision-making, is essential to achieving sustainable development, peace and democracy. The International Day of […]

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  • Follow The Latest St Helena Government News

    22 June 2023

    News, updates and communications from St Helena Government are available through a variety of communication channels. These options are designed to suit the habits and needs of the St Helena community, ensuring you can keep up-to-date and informed as you see fit. News and updates are posted to the SHG website at www.sainthelena.gov.sh, the SHG […]

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  • Public Accounts Committee Meeting – Monday 26 June 2023

    22 June 2023

    A formal session of the St Helena Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will take place at 2.30 pm in the Council Chamber on Monday 26 June 2023.
    Focus on Sessional Paper 2/22, Audit St Helena, Performance Audit Report: Benchmarking Health.

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  • Diabetes Awareness Week 2023 – A Look Back At The Diabetes Pop-Up Café

    21 June 2023

    Between Monday 12 June and Friday 16 June, a number of events were held across the Island to mark Diabetes Awareness Week 2023. The week was used to raise awareness of the risks of diabetes, and what you can do to help prevent or manage diabetes yourself. Around 1 in 4 people in St Helena […]

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