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The Marine Enforcement Section invites all fishermen to attend an information session on monitoring of St Helena’s Marine Protected Area (MPA). The session will take place on Wednesday, 26 November at 17:30 in the Conference Room at Old Customs House on the wharf.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

Should you have further queries please contact the Marine Enforcement Section on telephone number 25947/64642.

The Marine Enforcement Section invites all fishermen to attend an information session on monitoring of St Helena’s Marine Protected Area (MPA). The session will take place on Wednesday, 26 November at 17:30 in the Conference Room at Old Customs House on the wharf.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

Should you have further queries please contact the Marine Enforcement Section on telephone number 25947/64642.

The Marine Enforcement Section reminds all boat users that the buoy marking the Darkdale wreck is a location marker only.

It is strictly prohibited to tie or secure any vessels to this buoy for diving, fishing, or other marine activities.


This buoy is in place solely to identify the wreck’s position and ensure navigational safety. Tying boats to the buoy may cause damage to the marker, create safety hazards, and interfere with its intended purpose.

All mariners are asked to respect this rule to help preserve the wreck site.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Should you have further queries please contact the Marine Enforcement Section.

Contact Details:

T: 25947/64642

SHG

21 November

 www.sainthelena.gov.sh

Select Committee 1 is pleased to announce the two key topics that will be scrutinised early in the new year:

These topics have been selected due to their importance to the long-term well-being, development, and resilience of St Helena.  The Committee welcomes contributions from all members of the public to support these inquiries. 

We encourage anyone with relevant knowledge, lived experience, data, or professional insight to share their input.  Submissions may include observations, case examples, or recommendations that could assist the Committee’s work.

Submissions can be sent to the Committee Secretary via email at marita.bagley@sainthelena.gov.sh, or by letter addressed to:

Committee Secretary, Legislative Council Office, The Castle.

All submissions must be received by 16:00 on Friday, 9 January 2026. Your contribution could help shape future policy —thank you for taking part.

The public are advised of the upcoming opening of new, modern public toilet and shower facilities located in Rupert’s, adjacent to the Saints Tuna Corporation building.

These new facilities, which include gender-neutral toilets, showers, and a dedicated baby changing cubicle, will be open for public use starting Friday, 28 November 2025.

Key Information

Closure of Old Facilities

From the opening date of the new facilities (Friday, 28 November), the public should no longer use the old toilet facilities, which will be locked and permanently closed. It is intended for the old structure to be demolished and its footprint remediated to blend with the surrounding area.

Request for Respectful Use & Reporting Issues

The public is requested to use the new facilities respectfully to ensure their longevity and cleanliness for all users.

To report any issues regarding fixtures or fittings, please contact Gina Henry, Crown Estates Officer via gina.henry@sainthelena.gov.sh or Tel: 22270.

Waste Management Services is responsible for the routine cleaning of these facilities. All cleanliness issues must be reported to Karl Martin, Environmental Officer Risk Management, via karl.martin@sainthelena.gov.sh or Tel: 24724.

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Baby-changing facility

Gender-neutral toilet

Showers

The new amenity facilities

The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Tuesday, 25 November at 22:00. Weather permitting, the vessel will berth alongside Rupert’s Jetty on 26 November 2025.

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 (08:00–17:00).

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.

SHG

24 November 2025

The Tourist Office will be closed from 13:00 tomorrow, Wednesday, 19 November 2025.

Normal operations will resume from 08:30 on Thursday, 20 November 2025.

The Tourist Office would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, and the public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

The Road Section would like to inform the public of a planned temporary road closure on a section of Longwood Avenue from 09:00 on Monday, 24 November through to 15:00 on Sunday, 30 November 2025. This closure is necessary to safely carry out major layer upgrades on the section of road between the entrance of the Piccolo Hill complex and the house known as “The Boot”.

Access and Diversions

Travellers, especially those going to the airport, are advised to allow extra time for travel and make use of the diversion routes. Please adhere to all signage and instructions from personnel on site.

The Road Section apologises for any inconvenience this essential maintenance work may cause and thanks the public for their cooperation.

Ongoing Daily Closures – Bottom Woods to Longwood Gate

Please note that in addition to the planned closure mentioned above, roadworks are continuing along the section between Bottom Woods and Longwood Gate until late January 2026. These works involve daily closures between 09:00 and 15:00, but only on the specific section being worked on each day (approximately 150–200 metres at a time). The entire stretch from Bottom Woods to Longwood Gate will not be closed all at once.

Because the exact location changes daily, we cannot provide precise points in advance. Drivers should expect a short closure somewhere along this section during the stated hours and plan accordingly. Again, please adhere to all signage and instructions from personnel on site.

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A map showing the location of the planned roadworks (in red)

St Helena is expected to experience unsettled sea conditions from Thursday 12 November 2025 to Sunday 16 November 2025, in both James and Rupert’s Bay.

Boat owners are advised to ensure their vessels are securely moored during this period.

Swimmers should exercise extreme caution when entering the water in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay and should refrain from using life rings and other lifesaving equipment for recreational purposes

Vehicle owners are advised to avoid parking near the rails along the seafront. Individuals are asked to exercise caution when in close proximity to the railings due to the potential risk of wave overspray and associated hazards.

The Emergency Planning Department will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates as necessary

SHG

13 November 2025 

The Tourist Office would like to advise the public that their office will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, 13 November 2025 from 10:00 to 12:00.

Normal operations will resume on Sunday, 16 November from 09:00.

The Tourist Office would like to apologise for any convenience this may cause, and the public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

SHG

12 November 2025