Category: Public Announcements

Following the successful completion of resurfacing work, the Roads Section is pleased to announce that Ladder Hill Road will reopen on Monday, 18 August 2025, at 07:00.

This project, which has significantly improved the road’s condition, was made possible with funding from the Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP).

We thank the public for their patience and cooperation during this essential maintenance work.

Thanks are also extended to the Roads Section for their efforts and dedication in getting this projected completed in good time.

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With the reopening of Ladder Hill Road, the Public Transport Service (PTS) will return to its original timetable. Please note, however, that a few minor amendments have been made to improve efficiency.

The following changes will take effect immediately:

• Route 2 – Levelwood: The bus that previously departed Bellstone at 13:34 and 19:27 will now depart five minutes earlier, at 13:29 and 19:22, seven days a week. This means all stops along this route will have a slightly earlier pickup time. The bus will now connect with Route 1 at Hutts Gate at 13:45 and 19:45 for passengers traveling to Jamestown.
• Route 4: The bus departing from Sandy Bay Chapel on Saturdays and the last Friday of each month will now leave at an earlier time of 08:50. Additionally, there will now be a bus changeover at the Half Tree Hollow Salvation Army Hall for journeys to and from Jamestown on certain days. Please consult the new timetables for full details on these connections.

All changes can be viewed in the revised timetables on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/.

The public are thanked for their understanding as we work to make these services more efficient for everyone.

The public are advised that tree topping work at the Duke of Edinburgh (DoE) Playground will commence on Sunday, 17 August 2025 and is expected to finish on Friday, 29 August 2025. This work, is a collaboration between the Properties Division and the Forestry Section and is a continuation of the project approved by the Land Development Control Authority in 2021.

Tree topping will reduce the height and spread of the tree canopies to a manageable size in order to lower the risk of property damage and personal injury to those who live, work, or use the area.

Work Schedule and Road Closures

During this period, the road from Seales Corner to the Rose & Crown Store junction will be closed to vehicles from 09:00 to 15:00 daily.

• Vehicle Diversion: Drivers should use the diversion route at Seales Corner to get into and out of lower Jamestown.
• Pedestrian Access: Pedestrian access will not be permitted through the DoE Playground and the public toilets will be closed for the duration of the works.

On-site staff will be present to guide the public safely through the working area when safe to do so.

Please note that work will not take place on Saturday, 23 August, and the public holiday on Monday, 25 August. We will keep you informed of any other changes to this schedule.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to make the area safer.

SHG is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Ceri Morgan as the new Director of Education, Skills and Employment. Mr Morgan arrived on the island in July, succeeding Marie Horton, who has completed her contract and returned to the UK.

Mr Morgan brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a background in education and skills development from his work in UK schools, the Department for Education, and various international assignments. He is eager to build on the excellent work already underway and continue to progress the education improvement journey on St Helena.

We extend a warm welcome to Ceri as he settles into the community.

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Ceri Morgan

Waste Management Services (WMS) is announcing temporary adjustments to waste collection schedules for businesses in Jamestown during the closure of Ladder Hill Road.

Effective on Monday, 4 August 2025, and for the duration of the road closure, commercial waste collection in Jamestown will occur on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only. There will be no commercial waste collection on Sundays.

Domestic waste collection schedules will remain unchanged.

WMS reminds all businesses and residents to ensure their bins are placed out for collection by 06:00 on their scheduled collection day. Bins not present by this time may not be collected.

Normal waste collection services will resume for all customers once Ladder Hill Road reopens.

WMS thanks the public in advance for their cooperation and understanding during this period.

Please be advised that the Economic Development Portfolio will be holding a staff away day on Friday, 01 August 2025.

As a result, all Economic Development offices, including the Tourist Office and Property Office, will be closed for the entire day.

This closure will affect the following services within the Property Section:

• Crown Estates
• Land Registry
• Housing

For urgent Housing Services and maintenance requests, please call the reception at Essex House on 22270 during this time.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, 04 August 2025.

Commencing Monday, 4 August 2025, the Public Transport Service will implement revised timetables. These changes include adjustments due to the Ladder Hill Road closure, which will be in effect until Friday, 22 August 2025.

In addition to the Ladder Hill Road-related changes, the following amendments will also take effect on the Public Transport Service from Monday, 4 August, including:

ROUTE	DESTINATION AND TIMES
Route 2 Levelwood:	The Thursday morning 09:30 service from Levelwood to Jamestown and returning at 13:00 will no longer continue, but will now operate on Saturdays.
Route 4 Sandy Bay:	There will be a monthly service departing Sandy Bay to Jamestown and return, operating every last Friday of the month.

All changes can be viewed in the revised timetables on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/.

SHG appreciates the community’s understanding and continued support as we work to provide a more efficient and sustainable public transport system for St Helena. We will keep you informed of any further changes to the bus timetables that will take place after Ladder Hill Road reopens.