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  • SHG Practical Drone Training

    In September 2024, 28 SHG and project / contract personnel embarked on an online Remote Pilot theory course with The UAV Academy. The next phase in the course, delivered by The UAV Academy, involves practical training conducted on island which will complement their theoretical knowledge and aims to enhance the following skills involved in the […]

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  • Incident at Horse Point Landfill Site Update

    St Helena Government’s Waste Management Services (WMS) has provided an update on the ongoing situation at the Green Waste Cell at Horse Point Landfill Site. A fire broke out in the Green Waste Cell on Tuesday 5 November 2024. Since then, teams have been working diligently to contain the fire and minimise its impact. In […]

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  • Primary Education Review – Hampshire Local Authority to Visit St Helena

    St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the arrival of two experienced education consultants from Hampshire Local Authority. These consultants will be on the island from Saturday 9 November to Saturday 23 November 2024, to provide invaluable support to the ongoing Education Review. The primary focus of their visit will be to conduct a […]

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  • EDIP Side Path Road Works Update

    The Highways Authority has given approval for a further one week closure of Side Path Road, therefore it is now planned to reopen Side Path on Thursday 14 November and not Thursday 7 November 2024. The reason for the extended closure is to allow Isaac’s Contractors to complete additional works which has been added to […]

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  • Incident at Horse Point Landfill Site

    St Helena Government (SHG) confirms an incident occurred at the Horse Point Landfill Site on the evening of Tuesday 5 November 2024. SHG has initiated emergency response procedures, prioritising public and personnel safety. We are coordinating with relevant authorities to protect the environment and resolve the situation. Whilst the site will remain open at this […]

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  • Contingency Arrangements in Progress for BIOT Agreement Between UKG and SHG

    Further to recent press statements regarding contingency arrangements on St Helena to support the welfare of any migrant who may arrive in the future in the British Indian Overseas Territories (BIOT), a team of officials from the FCDO and the Home Office will be arriving this Saturday 9 November 2024.  The team will be on […]

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  • St Helena: A Unique Environment, A Rich Tapestry

    An Online Conference The St Helena Research Institute (SHRI) and the University of Manchester are pleased to announce that a landmark free online conference, “St Helena: A Unique Environment, A Rich Tapestry,” will be taking place on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 November 2024. This exciting two-day event brings together researchers and scientists from St […]

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  • Changes to Customs and Immigration Processes at St Helena Airport

    The Customs and Immigration Sections have recently undertaken a review of their processes with the initial focus placed on the passenger experience at the airport. As a result of this review, changes to the processes will be implemented gradually with the first two happening from Saturday 2 November 2024, concerning landing cards and passenger declarations. […]

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  • Expansion of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme

    By April 2025, anyone wishing to travel to, or transit through, the UK will require permission in advance. Permission can be granted by way of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or Visa. This will exclude British citizens (which includes British Overseas Territories citizens) and Irish citizens. New ETA implementation dates have been announced by the […]

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  • New Procurement Regulations 2024 Implemented

    HE the Governor has recently approved revised Procurement Regulations which replace the 2018 Procurement Regulations. The new Procurement Regulations aim to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens, while ensuring compliance. The new regulations will come into full effect on Friday 1 November 2024. These changes are designed to reduce administrative burdens for SHG colleagues, and any immediate […]

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