Press Releases

Legislative Council Meeting – Friday, 16 December 2022

The ninth meeting of Legislative Council will take place on Friday, 16 December 2022, at 10.30am in the Council Chamber. This meeting is open to members of the public and will be broadcast live via SAMS Radio 1. The Order Paper includes one Bill, twelve Questions for oral response and five Motions. Nine Sessional Papers […]

Drugs Amendment Bill 2022 to be presented to Legislative Council

In October 2022, the Executive Council considered proposals to amend the legislation concerning controlled substances. Specifically, to make provision for an exemption from the restrictions on the importation, supply and possession of personal care, wellness and food and drink products derived from cannabis and that contain the controlled drug tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The Executive Council has […]

RRS Discovery St Helena Scientific Expedition Begins

8 December 2022

After lots of planning, and several failed attempts since 2020 due to COVID-19, the Royal Research Ship (RRS) Discovery has arrived in St Helena’s waters. Local scientists Elizabeth Clingham, Leeann Henry, Joachim Naulaerts, Kirsty Jones, Cerys Joshua and Kirsten Augustus have boarded the vessel for nine days of exciting scientific expedition on the high seas. […]

St Helena All Party Parliamentary Group elects new Chair

Chair of the APPG Amanda Milling and UK Rep Kedell Worboys

7 December 2022

On Wednesday, 30 November, the St Helena All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) met in London at the Palace of Westminster to elect a new chair. The St Helena APPG is an informal, cross-party group formed by Members of Parliament and Members of the House of Lords who share a common interest in promoting and supporting […]

Health Services, food and water laboratory retains ISO/IEC accreditation

7 December 2022

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) recently carried out the reassessment for the Food and Water Laboratory within the Pathology Department of the Health Services Directorate. The Laboratory is *ISO/IEC17025 accredited and these assessments take place annually. The accreditation is for test methods that the lab uses for testing water and fish to ensure their […]

International Civil Aviation Day

Today, Wednesday 7 December 2022, is International Civil Aviation Day, when the world recognises the social, economic and developmental benefits of aviation and international air travel.  It provides a chance to acknowledge the flight industry’s influence on modern life. Flying has made the world a much smaller pace and had a huge impact on our […]

Poppy Appeal 2022

Central Support Services would like to extend sincere thanks to all who supported this year’s fund raising in aid of the Poppy Appeal Fund. The sum of £460.46 was raised this year and will be sent on behalf of St Helena Island to The Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal in the UK.  Your continuing support […]

Acts of Bravery Awards Bestowed On Cristen Yon and Kyle Joshua

On Thursday 24 November 2022, Act of Bravery Awards were presented to Cristen Yon and Kyle Joshua in a reception at Plantation House. As Kyle Joshua is currently off-Island, his father Keith (KJ) Joshua received the award on his behalf. The pair were recognised for the outstanding bravery of their behaviour on the evening of […]

Contract Awarded in Telecoms Procurement

30 November 2022

On Thursday 17 November 2022, St Helena Government (SHG) signed a contract with Maestro St Helena Ltd (Maestro) (a company registered in St Helena) to design and build a fibre network across the Island. This work, and handover to the new service provider, is scheduled to be completed by 31 December 2023. This award follows […]

HM Customs Extends Opening Times

Due to the high volume of cargo that arrived on the MV Helena, Customs has extended their opening times to 17:00 hrs on cargo operation days.  This will hopefully maximise the times customers have for collecting their goods. It is anticipated there will be delays, however HM Customs appreciates your patience and understanding. The extended […]