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Category: Public Announcements

  • Arrival of MV Karoline

    The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay at 10:00 on Monday 24 February 2025. Weather permitting the vessel will dock alongside Rupert’s Jetty and cargo operations will commence as soon as practicable.

    The public are therefore advised that the Port of Jamestown and whole of lower Ruperts including the beach area, will be closed from 08:30 on Monday 24 February 2025, until all cargo operations are completed.

    These areas will be strictly prohibited and access will be limited to those who have made prior arrangements with St Helena Port Control.

    Boat owners and operators are advised that mooring on the ‘span’ mooring rope near the landing steps at the Jamestown Wharf is prohibited for the duration of cargo operations.

    The public are thanked in advance for their patience and co-operation.

  • Road Closure – Rosemary Plain to Sunnyside Junction

    The Highways Authority has approved a road closure on Tuesday, 25 February 2025, from 09:00 to 15:00. The closure will affect the section of road from the top of Rosemary Plain to Sunnyside Junction. This is to facilitate tree removal by the Forestry Section.

    Emergency services will have access as needed. The Forestry Section apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their understanding and co-operation.

  • Careers Fair 2025 

    The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio (ESE) will be hosting Careers Fair 2025 on Thursday, 20 March 2025 at New Horizons and the Leisure Park. The fair will open at 11:00 and close at 19:00. Emergency Services will be located in the Mule Yard.

    The aim of the fair is to provide attendees with essential career advice, explore employment opportunities, and promote career development.

    This event brings together employers, business owners and representatives from a wide range of organisations to showcase various career paths.

    Whether you are looking for career advice to help guide your professional journey, seeking hands-on experience and potential employment opportunities with business representatives, or eager to explore a diverse career path, Careers Fair 2025 has something for you.

    There are still stalls available for registration, however, spaces are limited. To secure a spot, please contact the Career Access Office by telephone on 25832 or email Career Access Manager, Glen Yon, at Glen.Yon@sainthelena.gov.sh or Support Officer and Placement Co-ordinator, Sherrilee Phillips, at Sherrilee.Phillips@sainthelena.gov.sh.

    ESE encourages interested parties to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

  • Weather Warning

     St Helena is forecast to experience a north-westerly swell from Friday, 21 to Monday, 24 February 2025. This may result in unsettled sea conditions in both James and Rupert’s Bay. Boat owners are urged to ensure their vessels are securely moored during this period.

    Swimmers should exercise extreme caution when entering the water in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay.

    Vehicle owners are advised to avoid parking near the rail on the seafront and individuals are asked to use caution when in close proximity to the railings due to the potential risk of wave overspray and associated hazards.

    The Emergency Planning Department will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates as needed.

  • Expression of Interest – Member of National Honours and Awards Committee.

    The National Honours and Awards Committee is seeking Expressions of Interest for a new member. This committee plays a vital role in recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to our community through national honours and awards.

    The position will become vacant on Sunday 16 February 2025, and the appointment will be made by the Governor. Candidates must be individuals of integrity and high public standing.

    The key responsibilities of the committee member includes:

    • Reviewing and considering nominations for honours and awards.
    • Conducting investigations to determine deserving recipients.
    • Preparing a list of recommendations for the Governor.
    • Performing other related duties as assigned.

    For further information and the relevant form to register, please contact Information and Research Support Officer, Linda Benjamin, by telephone on 22470 or via email through linda.benjamin@sainthelena.gov.sh. If you are interested in contributing to this important process, please submit your expression of interest by Friday 21 March 2025.

    SHG

    04 February 2025

    www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Road Closure – The Arch, Jamestown (Sea Front Access)

    The Highways Authority has approved the road going through The Arch in Jamestown (leading to the sea front) to be closed to all vehicular traffic and pedestrians on Wednesday 5 March and also on 12 March from 13:00 to 15:30.

    This closure is necessary for essential repairs to the arch structure by the Building Works Section. Pedestrian access to the wharf and lower Jamestown will be via the Terrace and Harbour View steps.

    Emergency services will have access as needed. The Roads Section apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their understanding and co-operation.

  • Customs and Immigration Closure

    HM Customs & Immigration would like to advise the public that their offices will be closed to the public on Wednesday, 19February 2025. 

    Normal operations will resume on Thursday, 20 February from 09:00.

    HM Customs & Immigration would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. The public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

    SHG

    18 February 2024

    http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Expression of Interest – Chair of Land Development Control Authority

    The position of Chair of the Land Development Control Authority will become available from 10 March 2025.

    The Governor’s Office invites all persons interested in this position to complete the relevant form for return to Mrs Kerry Lane in the Governor’s Office by Friday, 28 February 2025.

    The duties of the Land Development Control Authority are set out in the Land Planning and Development Control Ordinance, 2013.

    In summary, these include the following:

    • Determining applications for Development Permission in accordance with the Ordinance relevant Development Plan, policy directions and any policies or guidance
    • Reviewing the policies contained in any Development Plan, and making recommendations to the Governor in Council as to possible amendments
    • Formulating, publishing, monitoring and reviewing and revising planning policies and planning guidance, to help ensure consistency of practice and transparency of process.

    The remuneration for this position is £1,200 per annum, paid quarterly in arrears. In addition, a mileage allowance of 77p per mile will also be paid when using personal vehicles to travel to meetings or when carrying out any other duties on behalf of the Land Development Control Authority.

    A monthly payment equivalent to 50% of cost of the Social / Entry Tariff Broadband provided by Sure South Atlantic Limited, will also be paid as a contribution towards the cost of internet usage in connection with the role as Chair of the Land Development Control Authority. 

    If interested, the relevant form may be obtained from Information and Research Support Officer, Linda Benjamin, by telephone on 22470, via email through linda.benjamin@sainthelena.gov.sh or on the SHG website at: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/EOI-Form-Chair-LDCA.pdf

    Shortlisted persons will then be invited to a discussion with the Governor and the successful applicant will be appointed subject to a satisfactory vetting certificate.

    Governor’s Office, St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

    17 February 2025

  • Notice for Port Closure

    The public and all wharf stakeholders are advised that the Port of Jamestown will be closed from 06:00 on Wednesday, 19 February 2025, for the movement of containers and boats and will reopen as soon as practical. This is in preparation for the next call of the MV Karoline and the cruise ship.

    Port users are asked not to cause any vehicular obstruction during this time as it will make the operation of the equipment difficult or impossible.

    Any inconvenience is regretted and the public and port users are thanked in advance for their patience and understanding.

    SHG

    14 February 2025

    http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  •  Education Review Public Meetings

    The Education, Skills and Employment Portfolio will hold a public meeting on 25 February at 19:00 in the Main Hall at Prince Andrew School. The purpose of the meeting is to provide the community with an update on the Education Review’s interim findings and potential next steps.

    The Education Review will evaluate St Helena’s education and skills provision, from early years to post-16, exploring:

    • How St Helena’s education services can be future-proofed to support the economic and human capital development of the island
    • How to enhance educational attainment and learning outcomes for all

    To date, we have had visits and input from our colleagues at the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) in October 2024 who undertook an independent appraisal of possible future primary provision. Additionally, Hampshire Local Authority (HLA) visited in November 2024 to review our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) offer and our broader school provision. This led to Hampshire Local Authority providing staff with much needed Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in January 2025. Currently on island is Education Consultant, David Jeffrey, who will be instrumental in producing the final Education Review Report.

    We would like to offer our community the opportunity to meet and provide feedback on the Education Review.  We look forward to engaging with you on this important topic of change.

    We would also like to take this opportunity to remind all parents and guardians that a meeting will also be held on 24 February at 19:00 in the Main Hall at Prince Andrew School to engage with you all on the same topic.

    The public are kindly asked not to wear pin heels/stilettos to these meetings due to the recent re-flooring of the Main Hall.