Public Announcements

The Emergency Planning Department would like to inform the public that a North Westerly Swell is forecast for St Helena from Thursday, 24 December, to Monday, 28 December 2020. Although not large, this swell could result in unsettled sea conditions in both James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. Due care and attention should be taken if […]

The following is a Public Announcement from Port Control: The public is advised that the Jamestown Wharf will be closed to all members of the public on Wednesday, 16, and Thursday, 17 December 2020, due to the arrival of the MV Helena and subsequent cargo operations. Access to the Jamestown Wharf will be strictly prohibited […]

All SHG directorates/services will be closed on the 25th and the 28th December 2020 and the 1st January 2021. The following table provides details of opening hours between the 24th and 31st December 2020.  Normal business will resume on the 4th January 2021. SHG Directorate Service Details     Corporate Services Post & Customer Service […]

The following is a public announcement from Waste Management Services: Waste Management Services (WMS) will continue their operations over the festive period as follows: Domestic & Commercial Waste Collection All domestic and commercial waste collection services throughout December and January will remain unchanged. Customers are asked to ensure their bins are ready for emptying by […]

The following is a Public Announcement from the Education & Employment Directorate: The Education & Employment Directorate would like to advise that Prince Andrew School (PAS) will be hosting their annual Athletics Day at Francis Plain on Wednesday, 9 December 2020. The sports will start at 9.15am and end at approximately 2.45pm. All parents, guardians […]

The following is a Public Announcement from Port Control: The public is advised that the Jamestown Wharf will be closed to all members of the public on Monday, 7,Tuesday, 8, and Wednesday, 9 December 2020, due to the arrival of the MV Helena and subsequent cargo operations. Access to the Jamestown Wharf will be strictly […]

HM Customs will be open to the public as following during December 2020 and January 2021: Day Service Cargo Collection Time Wednesday, 2 December Merchants and public 8.30am – 4pm (Cash Office closed at 3pm) Thursday, 3 December Merchants and public 8.30am – 4pm (Cash Office closed at 3pm) Friday, 4 December Merchants and public […]

The following is a Public Announcement from the Police Directorate: St Helena Police will be carrying out firearms training at the Police Range, Cox’s Battery, on Wednesday, 9 December 2020, from 9am to 2pm. Red flags, signs, and barriers will be in place. Walkers in the Cox’s Battery area should not approach the Range vicinity […]