St Helena Government

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Press Releases

  • Stamp Duties Order 2025

    14 July 2025

    On 10 June 2025, Executive Council approved the Stamp Duties Order 2025, introducing key amendments to the Schedule of the Stamp Duties Ordinance, 1987. These changes came into effect on 03 July 2025, and form part of the St Helena Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the island’s revenue base while supporting permanent residency and home […]

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  • Executive Council Approves Amendments to Social Security Regulations

    14 July 2025

    On 27 June 2025, Executive Council approved amendments to the Social Security Regulations 2011. These changes aim to clarify and address issues identified with respect to Income Related Benefits (IRB) and the Basic Island Pension (BIP), with the aim of ensuring a fairer and more responsive system for beneficiaries. The agreed amendments cover several crucial […]

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  • SHG Announces Commencement of Criminal Justice (Fixed Penalties) Regulations

    11 July 2025

    SHG has announced that new Regulations under the Criminal Justice (Fixed Penalties) Ordinance 2020, are now ready for adoption and are set to commence on 01 October 2025. This marks a significant step towards the full implementation of the Fixed Penalties system. The Criminal Justice (Fixed Penalties) Ordinance, 2020, was passed by the previous Legislative […]

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  • International Paramedics Day 2025: Unity and Community at the Heart of Care

    9 July 2025

    The Health and Social Care Portfolio is proud to mark International Paramedics Day 2025, celebrating the vital role of paramedics under this year’s global theme: Unity and Community. This theme reflects the reality that no paramedic works in isolation, especially in a small community like St Helena. Observed annually on 8 July, International Paramedics Day […]

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  • Sure Licence Negotiations Update

    4 July 2025

    Negotiations for a new long-term licence with Sure concluded this week without agreement, despite extensive efforts by all parties. The parameters underpinning the negotiations sought to secure a new licence to maximise benefits from the Equiano submarine cable. Sure presented a substantial investment proposal for network infrastructure that would deliver superfast broadband capabilities aligned with […]

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  • Health and Social Care Portfolio Issues Schedule of Fees 2024/25 for Overseas Visitors

    3 July 2025

    The Health and Social Care Portfolio has adopted the following schedule of fees, effective 28 May 2025, for individuals who visit St Helena and who are subject to a Short Term Entry Permit (STEP/holiday visa). It is a requirement of entry for the purposes of immigration that all Short Term Entry Permit (or holiday visa) […]

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  • St Helena Participates in Annual Red Ensign Group Conference in Guernsey

    1 July 2025

    Last week, the annual Red Ensign Group (REG) Conference was held in Guernsey, bringing together the UK, Crown Dependencies, and Overseas Territories to discuss maritime governance and shared international responsibilities. St Helena, a Category 2 member of the REG, operates its own ship registry under the St Helena Merchant Shipping Ordinance 2021, whilst aligning with […]

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  • Ladder Hill Road Closure – Change of Dates

    1 July 2025

    Following from the previous public announcements, the public are advised that Ladder Hill Road will now only be closed from Tuesday, 01 July until 15:30 on Friday, 04 July 2025. During this time, the Roads Section will conduct preparation work to the road surface. This includes replacing a section of slipper drain, repair any road […]

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  • 2025 Register of Electors Published

    1 July 2025

    The Register of Electors effective from 30 June 2025 was published yesterday in an Extraordinary Gazette. This register will be used for the forthcoming General Election. Only those named on this register will be able to vote, stand, sponsor or support a candidate to stand in the election. The 2025 Register of Electors is available […]

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  • Governor Issues Writ of Election for 2025 General Election

    1 July 2025

    Governor Nigel James Phillips CBE has today issued the Writ of Election for the 2025 General Election. The Writ confirms the last day and time for receiving nominations to elect 12 new members to fill the vacant seats on Legislative Council. The last day and time for receiving nominations is no later than 12 noon on […]

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