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  • Arrival Of MV Karoline

    The MV Karoline is scheduled to arrive at James Bay on Tuesday 28 January 2025 at 08:00. 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 Rupert’s including the beach area, will be closed from 06:00 on Tuesday 28 January 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.

  • Sale of Various Vehicle and Equipment Spares

    The Transport Section of the Central Support Services has for sale vehicle & equipment spares to fit the listed vehicles & equipment as below.  All spares will be sold in the category lots and not individually.

    All items will be sold on an “as is” basis, with no warranty. To view the list of items available in each category, to request price guidance or any other information please visit the stores section at the Garage Complex, Donkey Plain Mondays to Fridays between 10:00 – 15:00 before the tender closing date.

    Tender forms will be available from the stores section at the Garage Complex, Donkey Plain.

    All tenders must be submitted in a plain sealed envelope marked Tender Reference SHG Vehicle & Equipment Spares and placed in the Tender Box outside the procurement office, top floor in the Post Office Building by 16:00 on Monday, 10 February 2025

    FORD TRANSIT BUSLIEBHERR TRACK LOADER
    FORD ESCORT CARFORD ORION CAR
    STEAM CLEANERRESCUE BOAT
    DAF REFUSE TRUCKRUSTON CRANE
    DODGE BUSFORD FIESTA – ENCORE 1.8D
    VAUXHALL BRAVA PICKUP

    SHG
    22 January 2025

    www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Reminder: Police and Crime Panel Meeting

    The third meeting of the Police and Crime Panel will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, 22 January, 2025 from 14:30 to 16:00 at the Education Learning Centre, Jamestown.

    The agenda will include a Police and Crime Panel report from the Chief of Police and a question and answer (QA) section.

    The report summary can be found on the SHG Website: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/portfolios/safety-security-and-home-affairs/police-service/

    For more information contact Chief of Police, David Price: by telephone on 22626 or via email through: david.price@sainthelena.gov.sh

    SHG
    21 January 2025

    www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Caution: Exposed Piping on Beach

    Recent sea conditions have exposed the undersea fibre optic cable pipework which lands at Rupert’s Beach.

    The cable itself is undamaged. However, a small amount of the protective housing encasing it remains exposed on the beach, with some of the casing in the waters leading away from the beach detached from the seabed and exposed.

    Following a risk assessment, authorities are satisfied that the general public pose little risk to the piping and, with suitable precautions observed, the piping poses little risk to the public.

    Whilst it is expected that the regular movement of sand at the beach is likely to naturally rebury the piping in time, the public are advised to take caution when on Rupert’s Beach or when swimming in Rupert’s Bay.

    Beach users

    There is no risk of electric shock or electric exposure, but the piping does have metal bolts and joins which could cause injury, so members of the public should be mindful when near it. Much like beach rocks, it could pose a trip hazard or a risk of injury were someone to fall onto it.

    Swimmers

    Members of the public are also advised to avoid swimming near the areas of exposed piping in the water. Whilst it may not look dangerous, swell and waves can quickly drag or push you into the piping, which could then result in injury.

    Boat operators

    As anchoring could pose a risk to the underwater piping, boat operators are advised that no anchoring is permitted inside of Rupert’s Bay between the end of the Jetty and Birddown. Outside of this area, anchoring should be avoided within 100m either side of the piping.

    To report any concerns, please call the Harbour Master on 22750 or VHF Channel 14.

    SHG
    21 January 2025

  • Weather Warning

    St Helena is continuing to experience a north-westerly swell. This has resulted in ongoing heavy sea conditions in both James and Rupert’s Bay. This weather warning has been extended until Friday, 24 January 2025.

    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.

    SHG
    20 January 2025

    www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Unlawful Deposit of Waste Material and Use of Crown Land

    The Property Service wishes to raise awareness and encourage responsible land use and waste disposal behaviour within the community. Together we can ensure St Helena is a great place to live for all.

    The Property Service has received a number of reports regarding the depositing and disposal of waste material on Crown Land that includes: refuse, excavation spoil, plant machinery, equipment and vehicles that appear to be abandoned.

    This unlawful deposit or disposal of waste not only spoil the beauty of our surroundings but has a detrimental impact on our environment and poses health and safety risks to humans and wildlife.

    Waste material should be disposed at Horse Point Landfill Site, with consideration given to recycling where appropriate, to reduce landfill.

    Any enquiries on the use of crown land, including short term use for storing private property or the deposit of material, should be made with Gina Henry, Crown Estates Officer by telephone on 22270 or via email through gina.henry@sainthelena.gov.sh .

    SHG
    17 January 2025

  • Changes to Public Transport Bus Routes

    The St Helena Government (SHG) is advising changes to the public transport bus routes and times, effective immediately. These updates aim to enhance service efficiency and better meet public transportation needs.

    Key Changes:

    Route 1:

    • The 16:10 Monday-Friday journey from Jamestown to Bottom Woods will now be operated by Route 2.
    • The 16:10 Monday-Friday journey from Jamestown to White Gate will now travel via New Ground, Rosemary Plain, and Scotland before continuing to White Gate.
    • The 22:00 Friday and Saturday journey from Bottom Woods to Jamestown will now depart Bottom Woods at 21:35.
    • The 11:00 Saturday and Sunday (when the Ascension flight operates) journeys from Jamestown to the Airport will now depart the Grand Parade at 10:45.

    Route 3:

    • The 07:20 daily journey from White Gate to Jamestown will now depart at 07:10. All pickup points along the route to Jamestown will be 10 minutes earlier.
    • The 07:54 journey from Jamestown to White Wall and return on Mon – Fri will also depart 10 minutes earlier.

    The updated timetables can be found on the SHG website: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/.

    We appreciate your understanding as we implement these adjustments to improve the public transport system.

    SHG

    14 January 2025

  • Weather Warning

     St Helena is currently experiencing a north-westerly swell, resulting in heavy sea conditions in both James and Rupert’s Bay. These conditions are expected to persist throughout the coming week and into the following week.

    The Emergency Planning Department urges boat owners to ensure their vessels are securely moored. Additionally, please take extreme caution if swimming in James Bay or Rupert’s Bay.

    Individuals are cautioned to avoid parking vehicles near the rail on the seafront due to the potential risk of wave overspray and associated hazards.

    The Emergency Planning Department will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.

    SHG
    13 January 2025

    www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Economic Development Investment Programme

    2024/25 MICRO PROJECTS – JAMESTOWN RUN

    The Programme Management Office (PMO) is pleased to advise that following an open procurement exercise conducted in November 2024, SHG has entered into a contract with S.Doy Construction to install approximately 85 metre railing system at the Jamestown Run, which is directly below the Duke of Edinburgh Playground. 

    Works are due to commence on site from Wednesday, 15 January 2025 and completion of these works are programme for the beginning of March 2025.    

    This area of the run will be closed for the duration of these works.

    Members of the public will be kept informed of progress and are thanked for their understanding during this time.    

    This project has been approved for funding under the UK funded Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) – Micro Project Budget 2024/25, in partnership with the FCDO.

    Notes to Editor:

    In 2019, Executive Council gave approval for an annual budget of £150,000 under the Economic Development Investment Programme for ‘micro-projects’, or those projects that can be implemented relatively quickly with a low total cost (i.e. £50,000 or less). This budget is intended to support projects that may not have easily quantifiable benefits, but do directly support strategic economic development goals (e.g. increasing tourism, promoting a green economy, etc) or have the potential to improve future infrastructure investments or even reduce any potential litigation cases against SHG.

    SHG
    13 January 2025

    http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh

  • Seven Seas Splendor Cruise Ship Visit

    The cruise ship Seven Seas Splendor will arrive in St Helena at 10.00hrs on Sunday 12 January 2025  with  662 passengers and 541 crew on-board. 

    Approximately half the passengers are booked on island tours. Tours will depart at 10:30 from Jamestown Wharf.

    It is expected that the passengers will carry the following currencies:  Euros, Dollars and GBP. Currency rate of exchange information is available from the Bank of St Helena and the Tourist Office.

    There is a wide range of nationalities on-board, with the main nationalities being American, British, Australian, South African, German and Canadian.

    The Seven Seas Splendor will depart St Helena around 19:00.

    Temporary One Way Traffic System

    The public are advised thata temporary one-way system will be in place in the direction of Gordons Post to Hutts Gate along Tomb Road on Sunday 12 January 2025, from 10.30 to 17.00.

    Traffic wishing to travel in the opposite direction will be diverted from Hutts Gate to Gordons Post via The Dungeon, as per the map below:

    The one-way system will be clearly signed and will be removed as soon as no longer required.

    The one-way system has been put in place in order to more safely manage traffic and ease congestion, given the anticipated increase in vehicle volumes due to the visit of the Seven Seas Splendor cruise ship. This is the same process as has been put in place in previous years, and for the last cruise ship visit, and is likely to also be a feature during future cruise ship visits.

    We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank the public for their understanding in this matter.