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St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce that they have entered into a contract with MPAMOT Africa (PTY) Ltd from Cape Town, South Africa to develop wastewater solutions for Half Tree Hollow and Jamestown.  

MPAMOT Africa is a multidisciplinary engineering and development consultancy with more than 27 years’ experience within the Infrastructure, Transportation, Energy and Advisory sectors. MPAMOT brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the project having been involved in a range of flagship projects (projects that contribute to the economy) within Africa.

The first stage of this Wastewater Management Upgrade Project is to undertake a detailed investigation of the current systems, evaluate what solutions are best suited to the unique conditions and landscape of St Helena and recommend the most viable and sustainable design options. As we progress with the design SHG remains committed to inclusive development and stakeholder engagement, and further information will be made available as the project progresses.

This project is part of the £30m Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) funded by the UK Government.

SHG is dedicated to improving infrastructure and promoting sustainable practices in St Helena.

SHG and MPAMOT Africa provides the opportunity for Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) to register their interest and provide comments.

Please register on the project database to confirm your interest to be informed of future opportunities to comment. Registrations (and, if desired, comments) can be submitted by completing the brief online form accessible at https://forms.office.com/r/Xg0nuK0Qbx. Alternatively, hard copy registration forms are available at the Public Library, Jamestown. Completed forms to be submitted to the box labelled ‘Wastewater’, located at the library, or emailed to engagement@mpamot.com.

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The Health and Social Care Portfolio is pleased to announce that Helena Walters, Trainee Dental Technician, has successfully completed a Foundation Degree in Dental Technology from the University of Worcester.

This two-year full-time course provided Helena with a comprehensive education in both removable and fixed prosthodontics (dentures), as well as anatomy and chemistry. In addition to the coursework, Helena also completed over 400 hours of practical experience in dental technology labs.

Helena reflected on her experience:

“My time at the University of Worcester was a wonderful experience. I enjoyed exploring a new city, making friends, gaining different hobbies, and learning new things. I am grateful to my family and friends for their support, and to the St Helena Government for their sponsorship.

I am excited to return to St Helena and begin working as a newly qualified dental technician at the dental clinic. I look forward to using my skills and knowledge to help patients improve their oral health.”

Chief Medical Officer, Dr Peter Moss commented:

“Congratulations to Helena on her achievement. It is great to see someone start their career learning here on St Helena, then take it to the next level with a university degree in the UK, and finally to bring all those skills back to the island to improve the service that we provide here. I hope that what she has done inspires other young Saints to consider a career in healthcare.”

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The trial of Michael Thorpe, which was scheduled to be heard by St Helena Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday 9 October 2024, has been adjourned.

The trial  will now be heard on Wednesday 6 November 2024. There will be no hearing of the matter at court today.

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Applications are now open for the 2025 Chevening scholarships intake and will close on 5^th November 2024. 

Chevening offers a period of one year’s study in the UK for a Master’s degree. 

The programme is fully funded by the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and is aimed at those with leadership qualities and those wishing to have an influential role and make a positive change within their community/country.  Candidates are able to study any course of their choice at any UK university but must demonstrate how their course choice fits in with their career aspirations and goals. 

Chevening offers individuals a chance to grow both academically, personally and professionally.  It exposes individuals to the UK’s historical and cultural aspects through a vast programme of networking events.  Individuals are able to build relationships and make valuable connections with fellow scholars, the FCDO and other UK institutions and organisations, developing skills and knowledge useful for their future career.

To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must:

• Be a citizen of a Chevening eligible country
• Have completed an undergraduate degree that will allow entry into postgraduate study at a UK university.
• Have at least two year’s work experience.
• Must not have previously studied in the UK with funding from a UK Government funded scholarship
• Must return to your home country at the end of your study for a minimum period of two years.

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The St Helena Legislative Council, in collaboration with the House of Commons Speaker’s Office, is pleased to announce the visit of Liam Laurence Smyth CB, a distinguished Senior Clerk from the House of Commons. Mr Smyth will be providing invaluable technical advice to the Legislative Council during his stay on the island.

Representing the Rt. Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons, Mr Smyth is a highly experienced parliamentary official with over four decades of service. He has held various key roles within the Clerk’s Department, including Clerk of Legislation from 2014 to 2024. His extensive knowledge and expertise will be instrumental in supporting the Legislative Council’s ongoing development and operations.

Mr Smyth is scheduled to arrive in St Helena on Saturday 05 October 2024, and will depart on Sunday 13 October 2024. During his visit, he will engage with members of the Legislative Council, SHG, and relevant stakeholders to discuss a range of parliamentary matters and explore opportunities for collaboration.

The Hon Cyril Gunnell, Speaker of the Legislative Council said:

“Liam’s visit is the latest support to establish a Parliamentary Services Commission to ensure the LegCo is financially and administratively independent of the executive, to regulate its own finances; and to ensure its efficient and effective operation. The Legislative Council appreciates the support and partnership of the House of Commons Speaker’s Office.”

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The Post and Customer Services Centre is pleased to announce the release of a new stamp issue entitled “The Blue Belt Programme”, released today, Monday 30 September 2024.

The issue features images of sea creatures found in St Helena waters during the 2019-2020 marine survey, and consists of:

• Four valued stamps (50p, 60p, £1.60 and £1.85)
• Souvenir sheet (£5.00)
• First Day Cover with stamps (£6.00)

The stamps and souvenir sheet will be available for purchase from today.  First Day Covers will be released at a later date.

All new St Helena Stamp issues can be found on the St Helena Government website at the following link: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/coins-and-stamps/.

Local customers can purchase merchandise from the Post and Customer Services Centre in Jamestown. Overseas customers can contact the UK agent via e-mail through GShaw@cascophilatelic.com to place an order.

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Stoptober, the annual campaign to help people quit smoking, is back. This year, the campaign is urging smokers in St Helena to join millions of others worldwide who have successfully quit smoking. Because smoking is a major public health concern, causing 7 million deaths annually, quitting smoking is one of the most effective ways to improve your health and reduce the risk of serious illnesses.

Stoptober encourages smokers to commit to quitting for the month of October. By quitting for 28 days, participants are five times more likely to quit for good. The benefits of quitting smoking are numerous, including improved physical health, better breathing, and increased financial savings.

Stoptober offers a variety of free resources to support smokers on their quitting journey, including:

• Behaviour change support
• Information about the quitting process

To access these free resources contact SmokeFree St Helena by telephone on 25863 or via email through smokefree@sainthelena.gov.sh.

Minister Martin Henry commented:

“Let’s be honest; stopping smoking is tough, especially if it’s now a part of your daily routine, your way of stress relief, and forms part of your social circles – I know this personally.  We understand this and that’s why we have a service and team dedicated to supporting you.  The first step on your journey is to make that call.”

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Isaac Greentree has graduated with a First-Class Honours degree in Computer Systems and Networks Engineering from Southampton Solent University.

During his studies, Isaac excelled in both theoretical and practical aspects of his coursework. He particularly enjoyed the industrial consulting project, where he worked with real companies to provide solutions to real-world problems. His project involved designing and implementing a comprehensive telematic monitoring system for the Timsbury Ship Handling Centre, which helped instructors analyse client manoeuvres and predict battery health.

For his dissertation, Isaac focused on the use of IoT (Internet of Things) for early detection of wildfires and environmental monitoring. IoT is like a network of smart devices that can talk to each other over the internet. These devices have sensors that collect information from the real world, and they can do things automatically or be controlled from far away. IoT is used in many different ways and is a growing technology that has the potential to make our lives easier and more efficient.

Isaac’s research led to the development of a successful prototype that is currently deployed on St Helena for data collection. His work on this project earned him recognition from his dissertation supervisor and a recommendation for a postgraduate start-up business grant.

Isaac also represented St Helena at the 11th Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP11) conference in Trinidad and Tobago and was selected to participate in the European Innovation Academy in Portugal. At the latter event, he worked with students from top universities around the world to develop bespoke GPS tracking solutions for skiers.

Upon graduating, Isaac expressed his gratitude to his parents and sponsors for their support throughout his studies. He is now working on finalising a business plan for his next venture, which will build upon his dissertation research and provide a comprehensive low-power wide-range environmental monitoring system.

Interim Director of the Employment, Skills and Employment Portfolio, Marie Horton commented:

“Isaac’s achievements are a testament to his hard work, dedication, and talent. His contributions to the field of technology and his commitment to St Helena Island are inspiring. Well done, Isaac!”

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In September, St Helena Government invited the public to participate in the Draft Data Protection Policy consultation process. Opportunities for feedback were provided through public meetings, stakeholder engagement sessions, and by written submission.

The public are reminded that the closing date for written feedback is Friday 04 October 2024. Your input is essential in developing a comprehensive and effective policy.

Members of the public are invited to review the draft data protection policy available online at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/DataProtectionPolicyv3.2.0_CONSULTATION-DRAFT-AUG24.pdf and in hard copies at the Public Library and Post and Customer Services Centre.

Any questions or views on the draft policy may be submitted to Alex Adams via email through alex@jujudigital.com.

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Minister for Health and Social Care, Martin Henry, will be off island for an overseas visit from Saturday, 28 September to Saturday, 19 October 2024. A key highlight of this trip will be his attendance at the Blue Planet Alliance (BPA) conference in Honolulu, Hawaii, from Sunday, 6 to Friday, 11 October.

The invitation to the BPA conference stems from a professional relationship Minister Henry formed with Senior Director at BPA, Amanda Ellis, during a previous Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) visit to Ghana. Amanda, shared a common vision with Minister Henry regarding health, the environment, and the transition to renewable energy.

The week-long BPA conference will offer island leaders from around the world the opportunity to learn from experts and share experiences in the pursuit of a 100% renewable energy future. The conference and all associated travel expenses will be fully covered for participating delegates by the BPA.

St Helena will be represented by a delegation comprising Minister Henry, Janet Lawrence (CEO of Connect), David de Casseres (from the St Helena Utilities Regulatory Authority), and Helena Bennett (from the National Trust).

Minister Henry’s participation in the conference is in line with SHG’s priorities of developing renewable energy and water security plans. These plans aim to protect the environment while ensuring affordable access to essential resources.

Minister Henry’s visit to the Blue Planet Alliance conference is a significant step towards St Helena’s commitment to a sustainable and environmentally friendly future.

While off island, Minister Henry will also be utilising his time in London after the conference to conduct government business with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

Minister Jeffrey Ellick will be responsible for the Health and Social Care Portfolio in Minister Henry’s absence and can be contacted by email via jeffrey.ellick@sainthelena.gov.sh.

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