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The public are advised that the MV Hondius is due to arrive at St Helena from Tristan da Cunha on Wednesday 22 April 2025.
Individuals expecting to receive potatoes from Tristan da Cunha are reminded that a valid import licence is required. To ensure your potatoes can be offloaded, please make sure you have a valid license ready upon arrival. We cannot offload any shipments for persons without proper licensing.
Application forms for these licences are available from the Biosecurity Section at Scotland. To obtain an application form or for any related enquiries, please contact Biosecurity Assistant, Tania Maggott, by telephone on 24724 or via email through tania.maggott@sainthelena.gov.sh. Applications for import licences will close on Thursday 02 April 2026 at 16:00. No applications will be accepted after this deadline.
Payment of £10 for each licence required can be made to the Bank of St Helena using account number 61000003 or at the Customer Services Centre at the Post Office. Please quote “Fresh Produce Import Licence”. The cost code for payment will be 26-2632-014-00450 if being paid at the Customer Services Centre.
Applicants are reminded that proof of payment is required before a licence can be issued.
The Health and Social Care Portfolio wishes to inform the public that there will be a temporary reduction in dental service provision from Saturday 4 April to Sunday 26 April 2026. This reduction in service is due to the absence of a dentist on island during this period.
Patients experiencing dental pain, discomfort or urgent concerns are advised to contact the Dental Clinic during normal working hours (Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:00) via direct telephone number 25387. All cases will be triaged, and patients will be assessed and advised on the most appropriate course of action. This may include pain management and temporary treatment where necessary. Routine dental treatment and non-urgent procedures will be limited to services provided by the Dental Therapist.
We kindly ask for the public’s understanding and cooperation during this period. Every effort is being made to minimise disruption and to resume full service as soon as possible.
The Roads Section are pleased to advise the public that all works on the final phase of the current Road Resurfacing Project remain on track for completion by the end of March.
Please note that the current daytime road closure, in place on weekdays from 09:00 – 15:00 between Briars Junction and Button-up Corner, will remain in effect until Tuesday, 31 March at the latest.
Although the planned project works will be completed on schedule, the Roads Section has some remaining material and will therefore proceed with additional planned works. These works do not form part of the current Road Resurfacing Project.
Upcoming additional works over the coming months are expected to include improvements on:
•W-Road
•Knollcombes Road
•White Gate to Bates Branch
•Jamestown Roads (subject to funding availability)
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Further public announcements, including details of any required road closures for these additional works, will be issued in due course
The Marine Section will be closed from 12:00 on Monday 23 March 2026 due to a scheduled power outage for work to be completed on the building.
Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday 24 March.
The public are advised that Safety Security & Home Affairs (SS&HA) Head Quarters at The Wharf, Jamestown will be closed on Monday 23 March 2026 from 12:00, to allow electrical works being carried out.
Normal business will resume on Tuesday 24 March from 08:30.
SS&HA staff would like to thank the public for their understanding and apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Reports have been received of rocks falling between Coal Yard and Needle’s Eye at the Jamestown Landing Steps. While the area remains accessible, swimmers are advised to enter the water at their own risk.
Safety Advice:
- Stay Vigilant: Please remain alert to your surroundings and watch for any further rock movement whilst in the area.
- Report Incidents: If you witness any further falls, please report them immediately to the Joint Emergency Services Control Centre (JESCC) by calling 22626 or 999.
A further assessment will be conducted next week.
Further to the previous public announcement regarding the lighting replacement works on Jacob’s Ladder, the project is now moving into its next stage. To safely accommodate the next phase of work, the entire length of Jacob’s Ladder will be closed from 20 March until further notice. Safety signage will be in place at all access points.
The public are kindly requested to follow all safety instructions and avoid entering any restricted areas.
The public are thanked for their cooperation.
SHG
18 March 2026
The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Thursday, 19 March at 18:00. Weather permitting, the vessel will berth alongside Rupert’s Jetty at first light on Friday 20 March.
During this time, Rupert’s Cargo Management Facility, the beach, the Jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will be placed under 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, access will be reduced to Level 2, at which point only the Cargo Management Facility will remain restricted during normal working hours (08:00–17:00).
The beach, Jetty, and Rupert’s Bay will reopen to the public and may be accessed via the public walkway beginning at Liberation House or via the Ferry Service (charges apply).
After working hours, the 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.
SHG
17 March 2026
Please note that flight operations today, 16 March 2026, will cause disruptions to normal Customs and Immigration services.
The public are thanked for their patience and understanding.
SHG
16 March 2026
The public are advised that the Highways Authority has approved the temporary closure of Shy Road from today, Monday, 16 March, to Monday, 23 March 2026 from 09:00 – 15:00.
This closure is required to allow the Roads Section to rebuild a section of retaining wall that was damaged in a road traffic collision (RTC)
During this period, access will be restricted to Emergency Services only.
The Roads Section thanks the public in advance for their cooperation and understanding.
SHG
16 March 2026