St Helena Government

St Helena Government

Press Releases

  • Reminder: 2025 Provisional Register of Electors – Closing Date For Amendments 23 May 2025

    19 May 2025

    The public are reminded that the deadline to submit applications to amend the register is 16:00 on Friday, 23 May 2025. If you are eligible (St Helenian Status, ordinarily resident, 17+ years), check the register and submit Form ‘A’ to: Remember: Your name must be on the final register, dated 1 July 2025, to participate […]

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  • Darwin 200 Project Inspires the Next Generation on St Helena

    16 May 2025

    As part of the global Darwin 200 voyage, the historic Dutch tall ship Oosterschelde is currently moored in James Bay, bringing with it a world-class initiative aimed at inspiring young people to become the next generation of environmental leaders, explorers, and scientists. The Maritime Authority currently has an ongoing project to increase capability within the […]

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  • Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio – Nursery Provision

    15 May 2025

    The Education, Skills and Employment (ESE) Portfolio is offering non-compulsory nursery education for all children between the ages of three and four years. ESE will be in contact with parents/guardians of those children born on island and who are eligible to enter nursery education in the school year September 2025 – August 2026. This is […]

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  • INVITATION TO TENDER

    13 May 2025

    RUPERT’S DEVELOPMENT – LANDSCAPING St Helena Government would like to invite suitably experienced contractors to submit tenders for the following contract: CS-1931-SHG – Rupert’s Development – Landscaping A site visit to view the works will take place at 09:00 on Friday, 23 May 2025, meeting near the Sea Rescue Building, Rupert’s. Contractors should note that […]

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  • Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2025: St Helena Riders Invited to Participate in Global Men’s Health Initiative

    13 May 2025

    SHG is pleased to announce the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) scheduled to take place on Sunday, 18 May 2025, and invites local classic and vintage styled motorcycle riders to participate in this significant global event. Founded in Sydney, Australia, by Mark Hawwa, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride unites classic and vintage styled motorcycle riders from all […]

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  • School Unveils New Name Following Student-Led Initiative

    13 May 2025

    Following an announcement in February 2025, St Helena’s only secondary school is delighted to announce its new name: St Helena Secondary School. This significant development follows a creative and collaborative project undertaken by the students over the past term. The initiative was designed to celebrate the school’s unique identity, honour its place within the wider […]

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  • St Helena Commemorates 80th Anniversary of VE Day

    9 May 2025

    The St Helena Veterans Association (SHVA) yesterday hosted a series of events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, honouring the sacrifices and contributions of both international and local heroes to the Allied victory in Europe. The day began outside The Canister with solemn Readings of the Proclamation by Cllr Robert […]

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  • HM Customs and Immigration Services – Amended Opening Hours

    9 May 2025

    As previously announced, and as a result of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) Migrant Agreement Memorandum of Understanding, HM Customs and Immigration are undertaking specialised training over the next six weeks. Due to the varied scheduling requirements of this essential training, a weekly opening hours schedule will be in effect and will be published […]

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  • Provisional Register of Electors Published

    9 May 2025

    The Provisional Register of Electors for 2025 has now been published by Gazette. You can access the Gazette and the Provisional Register on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EX-GAZ-52-Provisional-Register-of-Electors-May-2025.pdf or by contacting any of the Assistant Registration Officers. A list of officers can be found at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/public-information/elections/. Alternatively you will be able to view the register […]

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  • Temporary Adjustments To HM Customs and Immigration Services

    8 May 2025

    As previously announced, and as a result of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) Migrant Agreement Memorandum of Understanding, HM Customs and Immigration are undertaking specialised training over the next six weeks. Due to the varied scheduling requirements of this essential training, a weekly opening hours schedule will be in effect and will be published […]

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