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  • Voyage 26 Ascension Cargo Collection

    Containers-Jamestown-Wharf

    15 April 2020

    HM Customs & Excise will be opened tomorrow, Thursday 16 April 2020, for the release of the MV Helena (Voyage 26) Ascension cargo and merchant cargo only. On Friday, 17 April 2020, HM Customs will be opened to all importers, including Richard James International Ltd, MS Atlantic Logistics Ltd and Zedcore. HM Customs would like […]

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  • Restricted Access To Jamestown Wharf And Lower Rupert’s

    15 April 2020

    The following is a Public Announcement from Port Control: The public is advised that the Jamestown Wharf is closed to all members of the public with immediate effect until midnight on Thursday, 16 April 2020. This closure is due to the arrival of the MV Helena and subsequent cargo operations. Access to the Jamestown Wharf […]

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  • Jamestown And Rupert’s Valley Rockfall Protection Project

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    14 April 2020

    A JET Systems helicopter took to St Helena skies last week, 10 years since their last visit to the Island. The helicopter will be here for two months as part of the CAN France rockfall protection works. Using a helicopter speeds up the construction process as it allows heavy loads to be quickly transported to […]

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  • New Year Honours 2021: Overseas List And Certificate And Badge Of Honour And Acts Of Bravery Awards 2020

    14 April 2020

    The Foreign and Commonwealth Office invites nominations for the 2021 Queen’s New Year Honours List. Persons wishing to submit nominations for the 2021 New Year Honours are reminded that the overriding principle is that Honours are awarded on merit for exceptional achievement or any service recently carried out over and above what normally is expected. […]

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  • Underlying uncontrolled health conditions

    9 April 2020

    FURTHER CLARIFICATION Since advising all vulnerable people (elderly, pregnant women, people with underlying health concerns) to stay at home for 14 days from Tuesday, 31 March, we continue to receive a number of concerns around uncontrolled underlying health conditions and what they are. We would like to clarify that persons with uncontrolled underlying health conditions […]

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  • Access To Jamestown Wharf And Lower Rupert’s Over Easter

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    9 April 2020

    The following is a Public Announcement from Port Control: Jamestown Wharf Port Control would like to advise the public that pedestrian and vehicular access to the Lower Wharf will be restricted over the Easter period. Security will be present 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Lower Rupert’s Rupert’s Wharf and Jetty remains closed […]

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  • Use Of Fog Lights

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    9 April 2020

    St Helena Police have recently received concerns from members of the public regarding the misuse of fog lights. It has been noted that many drivers are using their fog lights in place of their head lights when driving through hours of darkness, including when there is no visible fog present. Operational & Neighbourhood Police Inspector, […]

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  • General Hospital And Clinics Arrangements

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    9 April 2020

    On Monday, 30 March 2020, it was announced that the Health Directorate would be making some changes to its services to minimise pressure on staff allowing them to focus on preparing our response to the threat of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The following measures have been put in place: If you are vulnerable OR over 70 […]

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  • UK Government Honours Commitment To Support St Helena With Covid-19 Preparations

    9 April 2020

    Baroness Sugg, the Minister for the Overseas Territories and Sustainable Development, has responded to a letter from Elected Members sent on behalf of the people of St Helena regarding concerns around support during the COVID-19 pandemic. In her letter to Members, Baroness Sugg reiterates the UK Government’s commitment to ensuring that all Overseas Territories have […]

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  • Sea Conditions

    9 April 2020

    St Helena is currently experiencing unsettled sea conditions. This is due to a large south-westerly swell moving up from the lower Atlantic. It is forecast that this swell will continue up until Tuesday, 14 April 2020. Due care and attention should be taken when swimming in Rupert’s and James Bays during this time. To avoid […]

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