Suspected Hantavirus on MV Hondius
4 May 2026The public are advised that the Health and Social Care Portfolio have become aware of an evolving situation regarding a severe illness, affecting several passengers on the expedition vessel MV...
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Key Findings from Investigations into Cases of Histamine Fish Poisoning
30 April 2026The public are advised that Environmental Health and Public Health are continuing to investigate the recent outbreak of scombroid fish poisoning. In total, 20 human cases of probable scombroid poisoning...
Incident Involving Local Vessel “The Newcastle”
24 April 2026The St Helena Government (SHG) would like to advise the public that they are aware of an incident involving a local vessel, The Newcastle, which sank in James Bay early...
Update on Investigation into Cases of Histamine Fish Poisoning
23 April 2026The public is advised that the Health and Social Care Directorate has received a small number of reports of minor health issues that have been associated with the consumption of...
Terri Clingham Achieves Postgraduate Certificate in Safety and Accident Investigation
22 April 2026Deputy Head of Maritime, Terri Clingham, has successfully completed a Level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Safety and Accident Investigation at Cranfield University. This qualification, funded by the Maritime and Coastguard...
Road Maintenance Project Completed
21 April 2026
The Roads Section are pleased to announce the completion of its major resurfacing programme, delivering 9km of upgraded road, most...
Update on the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) Agreement
17 April 2026The British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) agreement between SHG and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UKG) was due to expire on Wednesday, 15...
Executive Council Top Lines: Monday, 13 April 2026
17 April 2026A meeting of Executive Council (ExCo) was held 13 April 2026. The agenda for the meeting was as follows: CLOSED AGENDA 1. Declaration of Interest 2. Civil Litigation...
Possible new Cryptocurrency Scam exploiting Jonathan the Tortoise
17 April 2026It has recently been brought to the attention of SHG that Jonathan the Tortoise is being used in a possible new online scam involving cryptocurrency, specifically a type of meme...
St Helena Government Approves Proposed Amendments to Civil Litigation (Costs) Ordinance
13 April 2026Executive Council has today approved amendments to the Civil Litigation (Costs) Ordinance 2025 to be taken forward as Government business. The proposed amendments are intended to strengthen fairness and improve...
Strengthening the Public Service Workforce with International Recruitment and Opportunities for Saints Overseas
8 April 2026St Helena, like many small and remote communities, faces challenges in being able to fill roles locally because of severe skills shortages and evolving demand for public services. This is...
The FCDO Confirms Multi Year Financial Aid Settlement for St Helena
8 April 2026The St Helena Government has welcomed the confirmation of a three‑year financial aid settlement from the UK Government, securing funding until March 2029. The settlement delivers a 4.8% increase in...