Public Announcements Press Releases Statistics
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Additional Automatic External Defibrillators installed around the Island
28 April 2023
The Emergency Planning Department would like to advise the public that two additional Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) have been installed at the following locations following approval of the necessary planning permission. What is an AED and when and how are they used Defibrillators are devices that send a safe electric shock to the heart to […]
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Jacob’s Ladder Closure
27 April 2023
The public is advised that the lower section of Jacob’s Ladder – from ‘halfway’ wall to the bottom of the Ladder – will be closed on Monday, 1 May, and Tuesday, 2 May 2023. This closure is to allow the contractor to remove the formwork used for the tunnel repair. Access to the Ladder from […]
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Prince Andrew School holds annual Certificate and Awards Ceremony
27 April 2023
Students, parents and invited guests gathered at Prince Andrew School (PAS) Hall to celebrate the annual Certificate and Awards Ceremony today, Thursday 27 April 2023. The Ceremony, to award students their certificates for exams that were taken in May/June 2022, began with an inspirational speech by Acting Governor, Greg Gibson. The first round of presentations were to award […]
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Consignment of spectacles arrives on-Island
27 April 2023
The Health & Social Care Portfolio are pleased to advise that another consignment of spectacles have arrived on-Island. If you are expecting to receive spectacles from Miss Priscilla Brown, you are asked to please call Bridget Henry via telephone on 22500 to ensure you order has arrived, and arrange for collection. SHG27 April 2023
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UK State Awards – 2024 Year Honours: Overseas & International Honours List & Local Government Awards – Extended Deadline
26 April 2023
The public is advised that nominations are being invited for the: Further information on these awards can be obtained from the Press Releases page of the SHG website via: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/2023/news/call-for-nominations-for-uk-state-2024-birthday-honours-and-st-helena-government-awards/, or from the Secretary, Honours and Awards Committee via email: linda.benjamin@sainthelena.gov.sh. Completed forms should be returned to the Castle in a sealed envelope marked ‘Confidential’ […]
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Call for nominations for UK State (2024 Birthday Honours) and St Helena Government Awards – Extended Deadline
26 April 2023
Nominations are now being invited for the following awards. UK STATE AWARDS – 2024 BIRTHDAY HONOURS Honours are awarded on merit for exceptional achievement or for any service carried out over and above what normally is expected. This can include making a difference to the community or in a specific field of work, innovation and […]
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Prince Andrew School Swimming Gala 2023
26 April 2023
Prince Andrew School will be hosting their annual Swimming Gala on Friday, 28 April 2023. All parents, carers, and members of the public are invited to attend. However, as space within the pool is limited, priority will be given to parents/carers. There is also limited seating and shade available. The Gala will start at approximately 9.30am and will end at approximately 2pm. […]
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Nursery Provision
26 April 2023
The Education, Skills & Employment Portfolio offers non-compulsory Nursery Education for all children between the ages of three and four years. The Education, Skills & Employment Portfolio will be in contact with parents/guardians of those children born on-Island and who are eligible to enter Nursery Education in the school year September 2023 – August 2024 to offer a place […]
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Persons born between 1948 and 1955 encouraged to test for Bowel Cancer
25 April 2023
The Health Services Directorate is offering free testing for bowel cancer for anyone aged 50-74 years over the next twelve months. The testing is being offered in age order. From Monday, 1 May 2023, those who were born between 1948 and 1955 who wish to take the test can call Grace Richards or Anna Bowers […]
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Councillor Brooks Appointed Minister For Safety, Security & Home Affairs Portfolio
24 April 2023
In accordance with section 37H (1) (b) of the Constitution, Councillor Gillian Brooks has been appointed the temporary Minister for the Safety, Security & Home Affairs (SS&HA) Portfolio with immediate effect until 5 June 2023, while the substantive Minister for Safety, Security & Home Affairs Portfolio, Jeffrey Ellick, is off-Island. The appointment of Minister Martin […]
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