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  • Sea Conditions

    5 September 2019

    The Emergency Planning Department would like to inform the public that a large south westerly swell is forecast for St Helena from Sunday, 8 September, through to Wednesday, 11 September 2019. This may result in unsettled sea conditions in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. The public should use caution when accessing the Seafront area. To […]

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  • International Youth Day Celebrations on St Helena

    4 September 2019

    In recognition of the United Nations International Youth Day, the Children & Adults Social Care Directorate will be celebrating young people on St Helena in a special event at the Mule Yard on Friday, 13 September 2019. International Youth Day is celebrated each year on 12 August but due to the Island schools being closed […]

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  • St Helena water consumption levels at its lowest yet

    4 September 2019

    St Helena’s water consumption levels on 30 and 31 August and 2 September reduced to less than 1000 cubic metres. On 2 September, the water consumption levels were 865 cubic metres. This is the consumption rate that is required to sustain a safe level of stored water on the Island and all residents are commended […]

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  • Chevening Scholarships – Applications Open

    3 September 2019

    The UK Government’s global Chevening Scholarship Programme for study in the UK in 2020/2021 is now open for applications until Tuesday, 5 November 2019.  To apply, candidates must meet certain criteria including: Having completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable entry into a postgraduate programme in the UK Having at least two […]

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  • Consultation on fisheries policies – comments welcome

    2 September 2019

    St Helena Government is seeking views from the public on a Policy Statement for Management of St Helena’s Fisheries and a Policy for the Licensing of Fishing Activities in St Helena’s Waters. For many in the community, eating seafood or catching their own fish is traditional to the St Helena way of life.  Our fisheries […]

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  • Environment and Natural Resources and Highways Authority Committee – Thursday 15 August 2019 Meetings –

    2 September 2019

    The monthly meetings of the Environment and Natural Resources Committee and the  Highways Authority took place on Thursday, 15 August 2019. Signage to warn drivers of the blind bends on Field Road was discussed following reports made by several road users to the Police Directorate. It was noted that signs have been posted at the […]

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  • Draft Labour Market Strategy out for public consultation

    2 September 2019

    A new draft Labour Market Strategy (LMS) has been developed for St Helena and is out for public consultation from today, Monday 2 September, until Friday, 11 October 2019. The draft LMS is organised around three key goals: Resolving inequities, both real and perceived, in St Helena’s labour market Increasing the working age population on […]

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  • St Helena community makes positive shifts in taking care of their health

    30 August 2019

    2019 Island Health Survey data shows positive shifts in community health-related actions compared to 2018 Noticeable efforts at smoking cessation, taking regular physical activity and reducing consumption of unhealthy food and drinks and increasing healthier ones  SHG Directorates and organisations and businesses across the community have been part of making this start to happen The […]

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  • ANRD hosts training visit for Tristanians

    29 August 2019

    From Tristan da Cunha, Riann Repetto and Kelly Swain, undertook a training visit with the Agriculture & Natural Resources Division (ANRD) between April and August 2019. Riann worked with the Veterinary & Livestock Section to gain veterinary training and experience in preparation for his role on Tristan da Cunha as their Veterinary Officer. Riann was […]

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  • Social & Community Development Committee Meeting – Wednesday 14 August 2019

    29 August 2019

    The Social & Community Development Committee (SCDC) held their monthly meeting on Wednesday, 14 August 2019. Updates from the Equality & Human Rights CEO/Commissioner included: The Commission’s Annual Report will be published soon 70% of the Commission’s case work from last year had been closed The majority of complaints received under the heading Police & […]

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