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The Environment, Natural Resources and Planning (ENRP) Portfolio wishes to advise that a small consignment of Dekalb Amberlink chicks will be available for sale from September 2026.

Persons interested in purchasing chicks are required to complete an application form, which will be available from the ENRP Reception at Scotland.

The closing date for applications is 16:00 on 26 August 2026.

For further information, please contact the Livestock Services Officer, Ken Henry, on telephone 24724 or via email at ken.henry@sainthelena.gov.sh.

SHG

17 August 2026

Following completion of the essential tree surgery works, the section of road from the Connect Office, along Carnarvon Court, to the Brow in Jamestown is now open to the public.

All temporary access restrictions have been lifted, and vehicles and pedestrians may use the road as normal.

The Forestry Section thanks residents and the wider public for their patience, understanding and cooperation while the works were carried out.

St Helena Government (SHG) advises the public that there is limited time remaining to receive the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination and to register for the influenza (flu) vaccine planned for later this year. Members of the public who are interested and have not yet received their MMR vaccination, or who wish to receive the influenza vaccine, are encouraged to take action before the relevant deadlines.

Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Vaccination

The MMR vaccination stock, donated by the UK Health Security Agency, will expire 30 September 2026.  Notably, the first and second doses must be given at least 28 days apart. Therefore, anyone yet to receive either their first or second dose of the MMR vaccine are encouraged to attend either a routine community health clinic or enquire at the Hospital Pharmacy on Tel: 25867.

The Health and Social Care Portfolio are pleased to report that over 3,300 doses of the vaccine were administered through the MMR adult catch-up vaccination campaign since April 2026. The portfolio would like to thank those who came forward to receive their vaccines; helping to protect themselves and their communities against dangerous infections.

Register your interest for influenza vaccines

The Health and Social Care Portfolio are now able to purchase influenza (flu) vaccines on behalf of eligible members of the public who are interested in receiving one.  As these vaccines come at a considerable cost to SHG, only individuals who register their interest by 20 August 2026 will be guaranteed a dose of the vaccine.

Interested persons can contact the Health Promotion team on Tel: 25949 or via email: healthpromotion@sainthelena.gov.uk

Individuals in the following categories are encouraged to register their interest:

Online registration is also available by scanning the QR code below or by directly accessing the form at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/shflu

HM Customs & Immigration Services advises the public that due to the arrival of the delayed Airlink flight, consolidated sea freight cargo would not be issued today, Monday 10 August 2026 from Liberation House in Ruperts.  The closure includes the public counter and the cash counter at Liberation House.

The closure will not affect the release of merchant cargo which will continue as normal.  Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, 11 August 2026 from 09:00 to 16:00.

In the event of an emergency, officers can be contacted on the following numbers:

Customs & Immigration Office, Liberation House – +290 22287

Customs matters – +290 67652

Immigration matters – +290 51442

The public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience caused.

A temporary road closure on the section of road from the Connect Office, along Carnarvon Court, to the Brow in Jamestown will take place between 09:00 and 15:00 daily from Monday, 10 August to Friday, 21 August 2026. This closure is necessary to allow the Forestry Section to carry out essential tree surgery works in the area.

Residents will be allowed walking access during the closure period. However, please note that all vehicles must be removed from the affected area before the closure takes place each day.

Emergency vehicles will be allowed access at all times.

The Forestry Section apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their understanding and cooperation.

The Royal St Helena Police Service main control room line (22626) will be temporarily turned off between 09:30 and 11:30 on Sunday, 9 August 2026. This is to allow a necessary switchboard upgrade and replacement.

For Non-Emergencies: Please call 22096 during this 2-hour window only.

For Emergencies: Call 999. The emergency line will not be affected during this time.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation during this essential system upgrade.

The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio wishes to invite the community to our upcoming Open Days. Come explore our classrooms, meet our staff, and learn more about our school community.

Key Stage 2 (KS2) Open Day

Key Stage 1 (KS1) Open Day

We look forward to welcoming you.

Please be advised that the Adults Social Care team will be attending their Away Day on Friday, 31 July 2026.

The Adult Social Care switchboard (22920) will remain staffed until 16:00, and you may leave a message for the team if required. Out‑of‑hours duty services will continue to operate as normal.

Normal business will resume on Monday, 3 August 2026 at 08:30.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

The MT Talisker is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Thursday, 30 July at 23:00 hours. Weather permitting, the vessel will berth alongside Rupert’s Jetty at first light on Friday 31 July where bunkering will commence.

At 06:00 hours on Friday 31 July 2026, 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 bunkering operations are completed and the vessel has departed.

St Helena Port Control thanks the public for their cooperation and understanding.

The Environmental Natural Resources and Planning Portfolio wishes to advise the public that there are 3 fodder terraces available for licensing at Bottom Woods from September 2026.

Application forms are available from the ENRP Reception, or by contacting the Farmers Support staff on telephone 24724 or email martina.leo@sainthelena.gov.sh or frederick.green@sainthelena.gov.sh

Closing date for applications is 16:00 on 7 August 2026