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On Thursday 1 October 2026, the following additional Public Transport Service journeys commenced for a 3- month trial period.
Journey changes from 1 October 2026
The following route changes will be introduced for a trial period of three months:
| ROUTE 1 – LONGWOOD | ROUTE 2 – LEVELWOOD | ROUTE 3 – ST PAULS & HALF TREE HOLLOW |
| Tuesdays and Thursdays – departing Jamestown at 11:30am to Bottom Woods, return journey to Jamestown departing Bottom Woods at midday | Last Saturday of each month – depart Jamestown at 10:10 travelling to Ruperts and back into Jamestown at 10:25. Return journey to Ruperts departing Jamestown at 12:30 | Tuesdays and Thursdays – depart Jamestown at 11:30 to White Gate, return journey to Jamestown departing White Gate at 12 noon |
| Fridays – departing Jamestown at 17:15 to Bottom Woods, return journey departing Bottom Woods at 17:50 | Fridays – depart Jamestown at 17:15 travelling to White Gate and New Ground via Sapper Way |
In addition to the above additional journeys, the following changes have been made to the pre-October 2026 timetables:
| ROUTE 1 – LONGWOOD | ROUTE 2 – LEVELWOOD | ROUTE 3 – ST PAULS & HALF TREE HOLLOW |
| For the months of November – March Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays – depart Jamestown at 10:30 to Longwood Green. Return journey to Jamestown departs Bottom Woods 13:30 at calling at Longwood Green at 13:33. | The ‘Every Day’ journey to the CCC will travel as far as the Community Care Centre | Monday – Friday journey departing Jamestown at 07:44 to White Wall will cease to operate. Customers who currently use the journey from White Wall to Jamestown at 07:54 can use Route 4 departing White Wall at 08:05. |
| The Tuesday and Saturday journeys from Jamestown to Bellstone will depart at 12:50 rather than 13:00. | ||
| For the months of November – March Thursdays – depart Jamestown at 10:10 to Plantation House, return journey departs Plantation House at 12:35. |
The new reduced Hop On Hop Off ticket costs will be:
| JOURNEY | TICKET COSTS UNDER 70s | TICKET COSTS 70+ AGE GROUP |
| Short | £2.25 | £1.30 |
| Medium | £2.50 | £1.65 |
| Long | £3.00 | £1.80 |
Children under 10 years of age will travel at half price.
Customers aged 70+ years will need to apply for a photo ID card to indicate they are eligible to pay lower ticket costs. For those customers who have not already applied for their ID card, please contact Sara-Kay Yon or Lisa Bailey at the Castle who will be available to assist you with your application.
Copies of all PTS timetables can be found on the SHG website via the following link: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/.
The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay in the early hours of Friday, 9 October. Weather permitting, the vessel will berth alongside Rupert’s Jetty at first light and begin cargo operations as soon as practicable.
During this time, Rupert’s Cargo Management Facility, the beach, jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will be under Security Access Level 3, meaning these areas will be restricted to authorised personnel only.
Access will remain restricted until all cargo operations are completed and the vessel has departed.
Once the vessel leaves, security will reduce to Access Level 2, at which point only the Cargo Management Facility will remain restricted during normal working hours (8am–5pm). The beach, jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will reopen to the public and can be accessed via the public walkway beginning at Liberation House or via the Ferry Service (charges apply).
After working hours, the Security Access Level reduces to Level 1, whereby vehicular access is allowed through the facility.
St Helena Port Control thanks the public for their cooperation and understanding.
The published Primary School term dates for the 2026–27 academic year have been revised to allow all primary school staff to attend a training day on Monday, 26 October. Parents, carers, and members of the public are advised to take note of this change and make any necessary arrangements.
Please find the revised primary term times here: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/app/uploads/2026/10/Primary-School-Term-Times-2026-2027-Revised.pdf
Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We apologise for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your cooperation.
HM Customs and Immigration Services advises the public that its office will close at noon (12:00) on Wednesday, 07 October 2026. The closure is to facilitate a staff function.
Normal operations will resume at 09:00 on Thursday, 08 October 2026.
HM Customs & Immigration Services advises the public that its office will close at 11:30 on Friday, 02 October 2026, to allow staff to participate in the “Pass the Baton” event.
Normal services will resume at 09:00 on Monday, 05 October 2026.
Further to the previous announcement regarding the temporary road closure between Bates Branch and the Junction at Stitches Ridge, St Paul’s, the public is advised that the closure has been extended until Friday, 16 October 2026.
The extension is required to allow the Roads and Forestry Sections additional time to safely complete essential surface maintenance and tree-felling works along the route.
The closure will remain in effect from 09:00 to 15:00, Monday through Friday, with no weekend closures. Traffic travelling to and from Sandy Bay should continue to use the diversion route via Stitches Ridge Road and Lemon Tree Gut.
Full access will be maintained for emergency vehicles at all times, with appropriate safety measures in place to allow work crews sufficient time to clear the roadway when required. Appropriate traffic management signs will remain in place to assist motorists.
We apologise for the continued inconvenience this may cause and thank residents, motorists and the wider public for their patience, understanding and cooperation while these important maintenance works are completed.
The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio (ESEP) would like to advise members of the public of the opening hours for Career Access St Helena (CASH).
With immediate effect, CASH will operate the following opening hours:
| Day | Opening Hours | Access |
| Monday – Wednesday | 09:00 – 12:00 13:00 – 15:00 | By appointment only |
| Thursday – Friday | 09:00 – 12:00 13:00 – 15:00 | Drop-ins and registered clients |
Due to KS2 using these facilities from Monday to Wednesday, members of the public wishing to access CASH services during this period are required to make an appointment in advance. All appointments will take place at the Carnarvon Court offices.
Thursdays and Fridays will be available for drop-in enquiries, as well as appointments with registered CASH clients.
CASH provides careers information, advice, and guidance to support individuals with their education, training and employment pathways.
The Education, Skills, and Employment Portfolio thanks the public for their cooperation and understanding regarding these arrangements.
SHG invites all community members, business owners, and fishing sector stakeholders to participate in the public consultation on The Future of the Fishing Industry: Options for Policy, running from 21 September to 23 October 2026. No decisions have been made, and your views are essential to help shape future direction.
Upcoming Public Engagement Opportunities
- Thursday Pop-Up Stall: Stop by the stall outside the Canister every Thursday from 12:00 to 14:00 for four weeks, beginning Thursday, 24 September 2026. Speak directly with team members, ask questions, and pick up information.
- Public Meetings: Attend any of the three evening meetings held at The Museum at 19:00 on:
- Thursday, 24 September 2026
- Thursday, 1 October 2026
- Thursday, 8 October 2026
How to Review the Documents
- Online: Download the document from the SHG Public Information Page.
- Hard Copies: Available at the Jamestown Public Library and the Post Office.
- Background Reading: Review the plain-English summary via the Situational Analysis Summary or access the full report on the SHG Website.
Additional Ways to Submit Feedback
- Email: Send your comments to fisheries.consultation@sainthelena.gov.sh.
- Direct Contact: Reach Ann Muir at the Thursday pop-up stalls, at The Castle by calling 22470, emailing Ann.Muir@sainthelena.gov.sh, or visiting in person to arrange an individual meeting.
All consultation responses will remain confidential and will be cited anonymously in subsequent reporting.
Please be advised that the Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
The closure is to facilitate staff training.
Normal operations will resume on Thursday, 17 September 2026.
The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Thursday, 17 September at 06:00. Weather permitting, the vessel will berth alongside Rupert’s Jetty and cargo operations will commence as soon as practicable.
During this time, Rupert’s Cargo Management Facility, the beach, jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will be under Security Access Level 3, meaning these areas will be restricted to authorised personnel only.
Access will remain restricted until all cargo operations are completed and the vessel has departed.
Once the vessel leaves, security will reduce to Access Level 2, at which point only the Cargo Management Facility will remain restricted during normal working hours (08:00 – 16:00).
The beach, jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will reopen to the public and can be accessed via the public walkway beginning at Liberation House or via the Ferry Service (charges apply).
After working hours, the Security Access Level reduces to Level 1, whereby vehicular access is allowed through the facility.
St Helena Port Control thanks the public for their cooperation and understanding.