Public Announcements

  • Ladder Hill Road Reopening – 18 August 2025

    Following the successful completion of resurfacing work, the Roads Section is pleased to announce that Ladder Hill Road will reopen on Monday, 18 August 2025, at 07:00. This project, which has significantly improved the road’s condition, was made possible with funding from the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP). We thank the public for their patience […]

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  • Ladder Hill Road Reopening

    With the reopening of Ladder Hill Road, the Public Transport Service (PTS) will return to its original timetable. Please note, however, that a few minor amendments have been made to improve efficiency. The following changes will take effect immediately: All changes can be viewed in the revised timetables on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/. The […]

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  • Tree Topping At Duke Of Edinburgh Playground Commencing 17 August 2025

    The public are advised that tree topping work at the Duke of Edinburgh (DoE) Playground will commence on Sunday, 17 August 2025 and is expected to finish on Friday, 29 August 2025. This work, is a collaboration between the Properties Division and the Forestry Section and is a continuation of the project approved by the […]

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  • Road Closure: Lemon Tree Gut to the Junction in Sandy Bay, Nr Stitch’s Ridge

    The public are advised that the Highway Authority has approved the closure of the road from Lemon Tree Gut to the Junction in Sandy Bay. This closure is currently in effect and will remain in place until Friday, 15 August 2025. The road will be closed each day from 09:00 to 15:30 to allow the […]

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  • New Director of Education, Skills and Employment Appointed

    SHG is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Ceri Morgan as the new Director of Education, Skills and Employment. Mr Morgan arrived on the island in July, succeeding Marie Horton, who has completed her contract and returned to the UK. Mr Morgan brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a background in […]

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  • Arrival of MV Karoline

    The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Monday 4August 2025 at 07:00. Weather permitting the vessel will dock alongside Rupert’s Jetty and cargo operations will commence as soon as practical. The public are therefore advised that the Port of Jamestown and whole of Lower Ruperts including the beach area, will be […]

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  • WMS Collection Schedule Adjusted During Ladder Hill Road Closure

    Waste Management Services (WMS) is announcing temporary adjustments to waste collection schedules for businesses in Jamestown during the closure of Ladder Hill Road. Effective on Monday, 4 August 2025, and for the duration of the road closure, commercial waste collection in Jamestown will occur on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only. There will be no commercial […]

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  • Ladder Hill Road Closure – Arrival of Bitumen

    The Roads Section is pleased to announce that they have received the replacement consignment of bitumen and after initial testing found the product suitable. Therefore, weather permitting, the closure of Ladder Hill road will go ahead as planned from 09:00 Monday, 04 August to 15:30 on Friday, 22 August 2025. Emergency services and public transport […]

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  • Economic Development Portfolio Offices Closed – Friday, 01 August 2025

    Please be advised that the Economic Development Portfolio will be holding a staff away day on Friday, 01 August 2025. As a result, all Economic Development offices, including the Tourist Office and Property Office, will be closed for the entire day. This closure will affect the following services within the Property Section: For urgent Housing […]

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  • Revised Public Transport Timetables

    Commencing Monday, 4 August 2025, the Public Transport Service will implement revised timetables. These changes include adjustments due to the Ladder Hill Road closure, which will be in effect until Friday, 22 August 2025. In addition to the Ladder Hill Road-related changes, the following amendments will also take effect on the Public Transport Service from […]

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