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Littering, Communal Recycle Hubs and Household Waste
18 April 2024
An increase in littering incidents have been reported to, and observed by, Waste Management Services. These have a significant detrimental impact on our environment. We are issuing an urgent call to action to raise awareness and encourage responsible waste disposal behaviour among individuals and communities. Littering has become a pressing environmental issue as it not […]
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Amendments to Customs, Excise and Liquor Duty Tariffs – Effective from 01 April 2024
12 April 2024
After a review of customs and excise duty tariffs as part of the 2024/25 Budget, new regulations were approved by Executive Council on Wednesday 27 March 2024. The Customs and Excise (Tariffs and Exemptions) (Amendment) Regulations 2024 came into effect on 01 April 2024, and can be found online at www.sainthelena.gov.sh/news/government-gazettes/. The new regulations made […]
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New Prison Project – Update
11 April 2024
In October 2023, an open procurement exercise was launched to identify a contractor to design and build a new prison. This project is being delivered under the UK-funded Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP). Three tenders were received in response to the procurement. However, following the evaluation of tenders, none were selected as they did not […]
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First Police and Crime Panel Meeting Scheduled for April 2024
10 April 2024
The first meeting of the Police and Crime Panel will take place on Wednesday 24 April 2024 from 14:00 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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Improving Essential Equipment in Overseas Territories Programme Update – Health and Social Care
8 April 2024
In November 2022, it was announced that St Helena would receive funding from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) bespoke 2022/2023 Improving Essential Equipment in Overseas Territories’ Programme. St Helena was allocated up to £1,800,000 for the purchase of equipment of critical importance to the island. This was in areas including healthcare, emergency services, […]
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St Helena to be Represented at the World Travel Market Africa and Tourism Investment Forum Africa
5 April 2024
St Helena will be represented at the World Travel Market (WTM) Africa at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 10 April to 12 April 2024. This globally important travel show attracts representatives from over a hundred destinations, along with thousands of attendees from the travel industry. It provides opportunities to generate sales leads, launch […]
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Girlguiding St Helena and Dependencies to Remain Part of Girlguiding UK
5 April 2024
Girlguiding St Helena Dependencies Branch are pleased to confirm that St Helena, Ascension and the other Overseas Territories will remain part of Girlguiding UK. We will now be integrated into the structure of Girlguiding North West England region. This comes after a challenging time, following the announcement last year that British Guiding Overseas would be […]
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Update On Draft Immigration Policy
4 April 2024
In our last update, we advised that a new draft Immigration Policy was being prepared. The draft Immigration Policy has been finalised and is now open to final public comment. It can be viewed online at www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/public-information/ from 12:00 on Thursday 04 April. Hard copies will also be available in the Public Library and Post […]
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‘Walk To Work’ Day Challenge – Friday 5 April
2 April 2024
‘Walk to Work’ day is celebrated every year on 5 April 2024. It is a chance to change your routine, add a little more time to it, and see how a slower start to the day that incorporates a brisk walk can lead to a more efficient life overall. We know that being sedentary […]
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Delegation Returns From Official Visit To Montserrat
28 March 2024
On Saturday 23 March 2024, HE Governor Nigel Phillips, Chief Minister Julie Thomas and Chief Secretary Susan O’Bey returned to St Helena following an official visit to fellow Overseas Territory, Montserrat. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office facilitated the trip to promote ties between the two Overseas Territories. During their visit, the delegation met with […]
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