Public Announcements

Closure of Emergency Dental Clinic- Tuesday, 17 May 2022

The Health Services Directorate would like to inform the public that the emergency dental clinic which is normally open to the public between 8.30am and 10am every weekday will be closed on, Tuesday, 17 May 2022.  Persons who experience any dental emergency during this time are asked to call the Dental Clinic via tel: 22500 […]

COVID-19 proof of vaccination and Pre-Departure Testing for passengers departing on Sunday, 22 May 2022

The Health Services Directorate would like to advise passengers booked on the Airlink flight scheduled to depart St Helena on Sunday, 22 May 2022, of the following requirements prior to their departure: Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination: All passengers will be asked for a proof of COVID-19 Vaccination upon arrival in Johannesburg. Passengers who have received […]

Booking Appointments At Essex House

The public is reminded that all appointments with staff based at Essex House, Jamestown, must be booked in advance directly with the staff member or through the Receptionist, who can be contacted on tel: 22270. This is to avoid members of the public arriving at Essex House and not being able to meet with staff […]

HM Customs Office Closure

11 May 2022

HM Customs would like to advise the public that their office at the Jamestown Wharf will close for business between 8.30am and 12 noon on Monday, 16 May 2022. This closure is to allow Customs staff to undertake training. Normal opening hours will resume from 12.30pm on Monday, 16 May 2022. During this closure the […]

Open Session of Governor in Council Meeting – Tuesday, 10 May 2022

An open session meeting of Governor in Council will take place on Tuesday, 10 May 2022, in the Council Chamber starting at 9.30am to discuss the proposed construction of a Workshop, Office, Carpentry Shop and Storeroom in Upper Rupert’s Valley. Documentation for this meeting is available on the St Helena Government website:  https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/legislative-council/executive-council/.       Members […]

Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental Health Awareness Week takes place between Monday, 9, and Sunday, 15May 2022. The theme for this year is ‘loneliness’ and the colour green is used to symbolise mental health and wellbeing.    During the week, green ribbons will be available in shops and various venues around the Island for persons to wear and raise […]

Visitor Information Services Reduced Opening Hours

The public is advised that with effect from Monday, 9May 2022, and until further notice, the Visitor Information Services at the Tourist Office will be available Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 12.30pm. Should you have any enquiries during this time, please call: 22158. If you have an enquiry outside of this time, please call the […]

Police Appeal For Information – Theft of Black Rucksack

St Helena Police are appealing for information in relation to the theft of a black ‘Nike’ rucksack. This incident occurred in the Jamestown Wharf area in the early hours of Friday, 16 April 2022. The items that were stolen are identified as being a black ‘Nike’ rucksack containing: A grey zip hoodie with ‘Ascension’ written […]

Arrival of the MV Helena and MV Astra

The MV Helena arrived at St Helena on Sunday, 1 May 2022, and docked alongside Ruperts Jetty. Cargo operations started on the day of arrival and should be completed today, Tuesday 3 May 2022. On completion of cargo operations at the Jetty in Ruperts, the MV Helena will depart, allowing the MV Astra to berth. […]

Jamestown Wharf Public Toilets Closure

The public is advised that the public toilets at the Wharf, Jamestown, will be closed from today, Friday 29 April 2022, and until further notice. This is to allow the toilets to undergo improvement works. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. SHG29 April 2022