Public Announcements

  • Customs, Immigration and Port Control to Ruperts

    The public are advised that Customs, Immigration, and Port Control will begin relocating from Customs House at the Wharf to the new Rupert’s Cargo Facility starting Monday, 08 September 2025. Services in Jamestown will continue as normal until the move is complete; however, please note there may be some disruptions during the transition. Staff will […]

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  • Extension of Deadline for Expressions of Interest in Speaker and Deputy Speaker Roles

    The closing date for expressions of interest in the roles of Speaker and Deputy Speaker has been extended to Monday, 8 September 2025. This extension is to accommodate the recent provision enabling public officers to stand for election to these roles. We encourage all interested and eligible individuals to submit their expressions of interest by […]

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  • Expressions of Interest

    Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Legislative Council Expressions of Interest are invited from members of the public to fill the vacant office of Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Legislative Council. Interested persons must be registered as an Elector on the Register of Electors which came into effect from 1 July 2025. The Speaker presides over […]

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  • Safety Notice: Exercise Caution in St Helena Waters

    Over the past weekend, a large shark was reportedly sighted inshore, specifically along the leeward/northern side of the island. Marine Enforcement is investigating these reports though no further sightings have been reported since Friday, 22 August 2025. As a precautionary measure, we ask everyone to be extra careful and vigilant when in or near the […]

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  • Weather Warning

    Strong winds are forecast across the island from Monday 25 August 2025 with a risk of these bringing some disruption. The forecasted south easterly winds bring occasional gusts reaching 25-30 KT, with an additional risk of isolated gusts peaking 35-40 KT in exposed areas such as Levelwood, Sandy Bay, Blue Hill and potentially Longwood. Care should […]

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  • 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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