Press Releases

Health and Social Care Portfolio Addresses Potential Pharmacy Supply Shortages

The Health and Social Care Portfolio (HSC) wishes to inform the public of potential supply challenges at the pharmacy. We are currently experiencing delays in receiving a shipment of medical supplies, which may lead to some medications being temporarily out of stock. This issue is due to a combination of factors including regulatory requirements in […]

St Helena Government Recognises World Maritime Day with a Historic Milestone

In recognition of World Maritime Day, marked on 25 September this year, the St Helena Government (SHG) is highlighting the island’s long and vital connection to the sea. The 2025 theme, “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity”, is particularly relevant to St Helena as it embraces a new chapter in its maritime history. This month […]

St Helena Government Revokes Immigration Ordinance Commencement Date

In the lead up to the implementation of the Immigration (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, the St Helena Government (SHG) has identified that the Ordinance creates an unacceptable level of uncertainty. For example, a lack of clarity relating to Permission to Stay and Work Permits has caused concern that essential medical personnel entering for a short period […]

Call for Nominations for UK State (2026 Birthday Honours) and St Helena National Awards

Nominations are now being invited for the following awards. UK STATE AWARDS – 2026 BIRTHDAY HONOURS  Honours are awarded on merit for exceptional achievement or for any service carried out over and above what normally is expected. This can include making a difference to the community or in a specific field of work, innovation and […]

District Representation Announced by Elected Members

Following the recent announcement of the Ministerial Team, the remaining seven Councillors have now confirmed district representation across the Island.  This important step will help strengthen engagement between Councillors and the communities we serve. We are pleased to announce the following district representatives:      Councillor District Represented Contact Details Cllr. Ronald Coleman Levelwood ronald.coleman@parliament.sh Tel No: […]

New Attorney General Appointed

St Helena Government (SHG) are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Andrew Duncan as the new Attorney General (AG). Mr Duncan will arrive on the island this weekend and will be officially sworn into office on Thursday 2 October 2025. SHG wishes to express its thanks to Mr Andrew Dawson for his services as […]

Chief Minister Announces Selection of Ministers

Chief Minister Rebecca Cairns-Wicks today announced the Ministers she has selected and the Public Service Portfolios allocated to them. They are: The Chief Minister will have responsibility for the Treasury and for Central Support Services. The Chief Minister has recommended to the Governor that he makes these appointments. Pursuant to the Constitution the Governor will now […]

Election of New Speaker and Deputy Speaker Announced

Honourable Maureen Thompson and Honourable Connie Johnson have been elected as the new Speaker and Deputy Speaker respectively. To be elected as Speaker a candidate is required to secure a total of seven votes. On the first day of voting, none of the candidates met this threshold and after five rounds of voting, there was […]

Dr Rebecca Cairns-Wicks Elected as Chief Minister

The inaugural meeting of the newly elected Legislative Council took place in the Council Chamber today. Local media, members of the public and Public Service officials attended to witness the first formal meeting under the new elected government. The proceedings were opened with the entry of the President, His Excellency Governor Nigel Phillips CBE, followed by […]

Election of Chief Minister

10 September 2025

Legislative Council have today voted in a new Chief Minister for St Helena. Initially there were several expressions of interest for this role, however after considerable discussion among all Elected Members, only one expression of interest remained. Today the Honourable Dr Rebecca Cairns-Wicks received the unanimous support of all Elected Members to be the island’s […]