Public Announcements Press Releases Statistics
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Joint Statement by FCDO and SHG
16 April 2025
The FCDO have confirmed that, following discussions during the Financial Aid Mission held in January 2025, the UK Government has allocated £35.79m of recurrent funding to the St Helena Government as a contribution to their annual budget for the 25/26 financial year. This represents an increase of just over 5% (see Table 1) from the last […]
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Economic Development Investment Programme
16 April 2025
Middle Landing Steps Following the announcement of 11 March regarding the closure of the Middle Landing Steps, we are pleased to inform the public that they are now open for use, with immediate effect. Funding for this project was provided by the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) – Micro Project, in partnership with the FCDO.
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Jordana Peters Receives International ‘Women in Policing Network’ Leader of the Future Award
14 April 2025
Police Constable Jordana Peters of the Royal St Helena Police Service has been awarded the prestigious International ‘Women in Policing Network’ Leader of the Future award, recognising her notable dedication, community involvement, and promising leadership potential. The award was presented to Constable Peters by Acting Chief of Police, Peter Lansdown, at a ceremony held in […]
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Border Force UK to Deliver Customs and Immigration Training Following BIOT Migrant Agreement
10 April 2025
In accordance with the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) Migrant Agreement Memorandum of Understanding, HM Customs and Immigration will be undertaking specialised training. A comprehensive six-week training programme, commencing on Monday 28 April 2025, will take place on island and aims to strengthen the capabilities of St Helena’s Customs and Immigration Section. A team of […]
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Central Support Service Closure
10 April 2025
Please be advised that the Central Support Service will be closed on Friday, 11 April 2025 to allow staff to attend their Away Day. These office closures will include the Legislative Council staff office, Statistics, the IT Section, Human Resources and Organisational Development, GIS, Administration Support, Archives, the Transport Section and the Comms Hub. The […]
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Reception Held in Palace of Westminster to Celebrate St Helena’s Cloud Forest Restoration Project
8 April 2025
A reception celebrating St Helena’s Cloud Forest Project (SHCFP) was held at the Speaker’s House State Rooms in the Palace of Westminster, London, on Monday, 07 April 2025. The SHCFP, previously funded by the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF)/Integrated Security Fund (ISF) through the CSSF Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change, and ISF Climate Security […]
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Weather Warning – Unsettled Sea Conditions
8 April 2025
The Emergency Planning Department would like to inform the public that a North-westerly swell is forecast for Saturday, 12 April, to Monday, 14 April 2025. This may result in unsettled sea conditions in James and Rupert’s Bay. Swimmers should exercise extreme caution when entering the water in James and Rupert’s Bay. Vehicle owners are advised […]
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Cruise Ship MV Bolette Visit
7 April 2025
The cruise ship MV Bolette will arrive in St Helena at 07:00 on Wednesday, 09 April 2025. There are 990 passengers on board. Tours are due to depart from Jamestown Wharf at 08:00. It is expected that the passengers will carry the following currencies: Euros, Dollars and Great British Pounds (GBP). Currency exchange rate information […]
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Easter Weekend Waste Collection Changes
7 April 2025
Please be advised of the following change to waste collection days over the Easter weekend: Normal weekly collection will resume on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. We appreciate your cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience. General Reminder to the Public Waste Management Services (WMS) would like to remind the public that one of their Refuse Collection […]
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Smokefree St Helena Launches New Online Referral System
3 April 2025
Smokefree St Helena, today announced the launch of it’s new, user-friendly online referral system, designed to streamline access to vital smoking cessation support. The new online form simplifies the process for individuals seeking to quit smoking. Smokefree St Helena provides stop-smoking services, including behavioural support and a recently expanded range of Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT). […]
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