St Helena Government

St Helena Government

Press Releases

  • 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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  • Better Health 2025

    9 January 2025

    ‘Make 2025 your fresh start’ St Helena Government is excited to announce the launch of the “Better Health 2025” campaign, encouraging residents to make positive lifestyle changes in the New Year. “Make 2025 your fresh start!” The campaign focuses on promoting overall well-being, emphasising that health goes beyond just weight loss. While weight management is […]

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  • Financial Aid Mission Delegation Press Conference

    9 January 2025

    St Helena Government (SHG) will hold a press conference tomorrow, 10 January 2025 with the FCDO Financial Aid Mission (FAM) Delegation and local media. The event is scheduled to take place in the Governor’s office from 15:00 to 15:30 GMT. His Excellency Governor Nigel Phillips, Chief Minister Julie Thomas and Deputy Director of FCDO’s Overseas […]

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  • Viral Respiratory Tract Infections

    7 January 2025

    Over the past few weeks, there have been a number people within the community with virus infections causing coughs, colds, headaches, and vomiting. No specific viruses have been identified on St Helena, but given that there are currently large outbreaks in the UK of influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and SARS CoV19, as well as rhinovirus […]

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  • Minister Martin Henry to return on 11 January 2025

    6 January 2025

    Further to the Press Release issued on 12 December 2024, Minister for Health and Social Care, Martin Henry, will now return to the island on Saturday 11 January 2025.   Minister Christine Scipio will be responsible for the Health and Social Care Portfolio in Minister Henry’s absence and can be contacted by email via christine.scipio@helanta.co.sh, christine.scipio@sainthelena.gov.sh […]

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  • Kickstart 2025 with a Healthier You

    3 January 2025

    The Health Promotion team invites you to join our annual “Healthier Me, Healthier You” campaign this January. This year’s programme includes two initiatives: Dry January and New Year, New You. These initiatives are designed to help you embrace positive lifestyle changes and achieve your health goals. Take the Dry January’ Challenge Dry January is a […]

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  • Union Flags Flying at Half Mast Following the Announcement of the Death of President Jimmy Carter.

    30 December 2024

    Union flags in Jamestown and at Plantation house have today been lowered to half-mast following the death of President Jimmy Carter. Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States passed away on 29 December at his family home in Plains, Georgia, age 100. He is survived by his four children, 11 grandchildren, and two […]

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  • UK Financial Aid Mission Delegation to Visit in January 2025

    23 December 2024

    Three representatives from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) will arrive in St Helena on Saturday 4 January 2025 to participate in the Financial Aid Mission (FAM) discussions for the 2025-26 financial year. Expected on island are Adam Pile, the Deputy Director of FCDO’s Overseas Territories and Polar Directorate; Hugh Thomas, Economic Advisor, […]

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