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  • Economic Development Investment Programme

    7 August 2024

    Micro Project 2024/25 – New Bridge The Programme Management Office (PMO) is pleased to advise that repairs to New Bridge has been approved for implementation under the UK funded Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) – Micro Project Budget 2024/25, in partnership with the FCDO.  To understand the extent of the works required to repair New […]

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  • Chief Minister Welcomes New Minister For Overseas Territories

    7 August 2024

    Chief Minister Julie Thomas has extended a warm welcome to the newly appointed Minister of State at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office with responsibility for the Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty MP. In a letter sent today, the Chief Minister expressed enthusiasm for Minister Doughty’s appointment, given his prior experience and interest in the region. […]

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  • Shy Road Closure

    6 August 2024

    The Highways Authority has given approval for Shy Road to be closed on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 August 2024 from 08:30 to 15:30 to enable the Road Section to carry out essential maintenance. During this closure only emergency services will be granted and access signage will be in place. The public are thanked in […]

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  • SHG Service Delivery Survey

    5 August 2024

    The St Helena Government (SHG) initiated a ‘live’ service delivery survey in 2021 to determine how satisfied customers were with the services SHG provided. Customers can score their happiness with 24 services offered by SHG using this easy-to-use survey and are invited to submit comments on how they believe a particular service might be improved. […]

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  • ANRD Veterinary Service

    5 August 2024

    Surgery Times The ANRD Veterinary Services hold an open surgery for consultations between 08:30 and 10:00 every morning Monday to Friday. This is an open surgery, requiring no appointments, therefore please be advised you may have to wait. Monthly parasite treatment clinics take place on the last Friday of each month at the Grand Parade, […]

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  • Applications for the UK Government’s Chevening Scholarships Open 6 August 2024

    5 August 2024

    Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK next year, are open from 6 August to 5 November 2024. Prospective candidates can submit their applications via chevening.org/apply. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate the commitment and skills needed to become future leaders. Applicants must have a realistic and […]

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  • Property Disposal and Purchase Policy 2024 – Public Consultation

    2 August 2024

    St Helena Government (SHG) has today published its draft Property Disposal and Purchase Policy 2024. The Property Disposal and Purchase Policy 2024 sets the principles and processes by which SHG disposes and acquires property on behalf of the Crown, and when complete will replace the Land and Buildings Disposal Policy 2016.  The draft policy is […]

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  • Elizabeth Knipe Sworn in as Legislative Council Member

    1 August 2024

    This afternoon Elizabeth Knipe took the Oaths of Office for her new role as an elected member of the Legislative Council in the presence of His Excellency Governor Nigel Phillips CBE and Chief Minister Julie Thomas at the Castle. Councillor Knipe now serves as a member of the Legislative Council following her unopposed nomination for […]

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  • Sending Dangerous Goods Through the Post

    1 August 2024

    In accordance with the IATA-UPU Mail Safety Guidelines, the Post and Customer Services Centre (PCSC) has made the conscious decision not to accept any dangerous goods for exportation through the postal service.  Dangerous goods includes lithium batteries sent in devices such as mobile phones, hair dyes and aerosols.  An extensive list of dangerous goods can […]

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  • Utilities Regulatory Authority Report

    31 July 2024

    The Utilities Regulatory Authority (URA) have issued a report on the services provided by Connect St Helena for the year 2023/24. The report can be accessed on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/URA-Report-23-24-FINAL-1.pdf The URA have noted the main areas of concern are: The URA notes that a tariff structure in effect from June 2025 will […]

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