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Executive Council Sitting as Planning Authority
31 January 2025
Thursday, 06 February 2025 Two development applications have been referred to Executive Council sitting as the Planning Authority. The Development Application is being referred to Governor-in-Council in accordance with Section 23(2)(b) of the Land Planning and Development Control Ordinance 2013. An open session meeting will take place on Thursday 06 February 2025 commencing at 11:00 […]
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St Helena Government Signs Contract for Development of a Long-Term Water Resource Management Plan for St Helena
28 January 2025
The St Helena Government (SHG) has entered into a contract with Jeremy Benn Associates Ltd (JBA) to develop a Water Resource Management Plan (WRMP) for St Helena. This plan is essential for managing the island’s water resources for the future and improving St Helena’s resilience against climate change. The project is part of the £30m […]
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St Helena Government Apologises to Event Organisers
24 January 2025
With reference to the TC Job Vacancy advert, for the Head of Tourism, St Helena Government (SHG) wishes to issue an apology to the organisers of the Cape to St Helena Yacht Race, St Helena’s Day Celebrations, Festival of Lights and Carnival for the incorrect wording used within this advert. As can be seen from […]
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St Helena Government and Bank Of Saint Helena Seeking Feedback on Banking Services on St Helena
23 January 2025
St Helena’s Sustainable Economic Development Strategy 2023-33 outlines the modernisation of the Bank of St Helena (BOSH) as a key work stream required to enable the modernisation of St Helena’s financial services and company law – a sector identified by the government as one that can enable future transformation of the economy. As part of […]
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Arrival Of MV Karoline
23 January 2025
The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Tuesday 28 January 2025 at 08:00. Weather permitting, the vessel will dock alongside Rupert’s Jetty and cargo operations will commence as soon as practicable. The public are therefore advised that the Port of Jamestown and whole of lower Rupert’s including the beach area, will […]
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Minimum Wage Consultation: What It Means For You
22 January 2025
The St Helena Government is currently consulting on a new minimum wage trajectory for the next three year period. This started in December with employers and continues into January 2025 with sessions planned for employees and the general public. Your Role in the Consultation This consultation is an opportunity for your voice to be heard. […]
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Caution: Exposed Piping on Beach
21 January 2025
Recent sea conditions have exposed the undersea fibre optic cable pipework which lands at Rupert’s Beach. The cable itself is undamaged. However, a small amount of the protective housing encasing it remains exposed on the beach, with some of the casing in the waters leading away from the beach detached from the seabed and exposed. […]
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Police and Crime Panel Meeting Scheduled for January 2025
13 January 2025
The third meeting of the Police and Crime Panel will take place on Wednesday 22 January 2025 from 14:30 to 16:00. This meeting will be held at the Education Learning Centre, Jamestown. The agenda will include a Police and Crime Panel report from the Chief of Police and a question and answer (QA) section. A […]
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Waste Collection Services Experiencing Temporary Disruptions
13 January 2025
Waste Management Services (WMS) would like to advise that both Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs) are currently non-operational due to mechanical issues, and there is no confirmed date for their return to service. To minimise disruptions to the domestic waste collection, the WMS team will be continuing to provide the collection without mechanical assistance which will […]
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Public Consultation on Proposed Minimum Wage Increase
10 January 2025
The public are invited to participate in a consultation on proposed increases to the minimum wage for the period 2025/26 to 2027/28. Consultation Opportunities: Detailed figures for each option are available below: Trajectories Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Hourly Annual Hourly Annual Hourly Annual 2025/26 £4.33 £8,443.50 £4.50 £8,775.00 £4.50 £8,775.00 2026/27 […]
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