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  • Inter-Island recycling takes major step forward – Arrival of tyres on St Helena underlines partnership between AIG and SHG

    AIG Waste Management team
    SHG Waste Management

    Joint working between the governments of St Helena and Ascension regarding recycling and waste management initiatives saw its first tangible achievement in September when two container loads of end of life tyres from Ascension Island arrived at St Helena for recycling.

    Discussions on possible areas of waste management collaboration between the sister Islands of St Helena and Ascension have been taking place over the past few months. 

    Despite the willingness of both governments to make this tyre recycling system happen, it was only finally enabled when Andrew Weir Shipping kindly agreed that the tyres could be shipped free of charge, given that they were to be used for recycling purposes.

    The news of this step forward was warmly welcomed by Minister of Environment, Natural Resources & Planning Portfolio, Christine Scipio, who commented:

    “Tyre recycling is the most practical and an environmentally-friendly way of disposing of old or worn-out tyres and we welcome the initiative to support our sister Island, Ascension.”

    Commenting on behalf of Ascension Island Government, Administrator, Sean Burns, said:

    “I’d like to thank both teams for developing this idea, and for Andrew Weir Shipping for ultimately making it happen. Effective and responsible waste management is a challenge in our small Island communities, so being able to fruitfully repurpose waste in this way is a real positive. Hopefully Ascension and St Helena can continue to work together in the future to solve other issues we both face.”

    Although this development does indicate considerable progress, recycling tyres is only a small part of a much wider discussion underway about how to reduce waste across both Islands.

    Within 24 hours of the tyres arriving at Horse Point Landfill Site, all had been claimed for reuse in infrastructure projects within residential and commercial sites.

    In December 2022, AIG and St Helena Waste Management Services are aiming to receive another two containers of end of life tyres, which will then be made available to the public.

    #StHelena #AIG #Recycling #AltogetherGreener  

    SHG
    11 October 2022

  • Constitution Hill Road Closure

    The Highways Authority has given approval for Constitution Hill Road to be closed between 9.30am and 12.30pm on Tuesday, 18, and Wednesday, 19October 2022. This closure is to enable the Roads Section to repair the retaining wall on the junction leading to Chubb’s Spring.

    During this closure, only emergency services will be granted access. Residents within the affected area will also be granted access, but are advised that delays can be expected. Appropriate signage will be in place.

    The public is thanked in advance for their patience and cooperation.

    SHG
    11October 2022

  • Flu Vaccination Clinics, Reminder

    The Health Services Directorate would like to remind the public that there will be Flu Vaccination clinics, held tomorrow Wednesday, 12, October 2022. 

    The clinics are for any persons aged 18 + years who would like to receive a Flu Vaccination. 

    Please see table below for times and venues of clinics available. 

    DateVenueTime
    Wednesday, 12 October                  Harford, Community Centre  
    Levelwood, Community Centre    		10am  – 12 noon  
    1pm – 3pm
     

    The clinics will operate on a walk in basis therefore there is no need to call for an appointment prior to the day of the clinic.  

    SHG

    11 October 2022

    http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh  

  • Arrival of the MV Helena

    The MV Helena is scheduled to arrive at St Helena at 6.30am on Wednesday, 12 October 2022, and will dock alongside Ruperts Jetty. Cargo operations will start shortly thereafter.

    The public is therefore advised that the Jamestown Wharf and the whole of lower Ruperts, including the beach area, will be closed to the public from Wednesday, 12 October, and until all cargo operations have been completed. These areas will be strictly prohibited and is limited only to those who have made prior arrangements with Port Control during these times.

    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 is thanked in advance for their patience and cooperation.

    SHG
    10 October 2022

  • Crane Operation Requests

    The public is reminded that all crane operation requests (for boat lifts etc) must be made via the Port Control Office at the Wharf, Jamestown, on tel: 22750.

    All requests must be authorised by either the Harbourmaster or Deputy Harbourmaster.

    All crane operation requests must be paid for in advance at the Port Control Office; no requests will take place unless you are in possession of a valid receipt, which will be issued at the time of payment.

    Port Control would like to thank the public for their continued cooperation.

    SHG
    7October 2022

  • MMP Public Meeting

    St Helena’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) was established in 2016.  A revised Marine Management Plan (MMP) has been drafted.  This document provides guidance for managers and users of the marine environment.

    The revised MMP draft plan outlines the measures required to protect and conserve the biodiversity of our marine environment for everyone to enjoy it sustainably; covering all uses and threats.

    Keeping the waters of St Helena healthy and productive into the future is important.

    The Marine Section of the Environment Natural Resources and Planning Portfolio will be presenting the revised draft MMP at a public meeting this coming Wednesday, 5 October at the Mule Yard, starting from 6pm.

    Please come and have your say, your feedback is important.

    SHG
    4 October 2022 

    http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh  

  • UK Hydrographic Office presentation evening

    Members of the public are invited to attend a presentation, delivered by Kerrie Howard from the UK Hydrographic Office, at the Museum on Thursday, 6 October, starting at 7pm.

    This presentation highlights how St Helena has been supported by the UKHO in meeting international maritime obligations, with regards hydrographic services.

    All are welcome to attend.

    Notes to Editor:

    Over the last six years the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has been working with Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) in a range of projects to support the British Overseas Territories.

    This work was originally driven by improving Safety of Navigation but now with wider understanding, the data collected can provide the foundation layer for a wide range of activity in the marine environment.

    In late 2018 as part of a programme of seabed mapping being undertaken throughout the United Kingdom’s Overseas Territories, a team from the UKHO undertook a seabed survey around the Island.

    Covering the inshore areas around St Helena, the new data allows a previously unseen level of detail about the shallow waters surrounding the Island to be seen for the first time.  The data has been used to update the nautical charts covering St Helena but can also be used to help preserve the marine environment and sustainably use the Island’s marine resources to support the nation’s marine economy.

    SHG
    4 October 2022

  • Flu Vaccination Clinics

    The Health Services Directorate would like to inform the public that there will be Flu Vaccination clinics, held on Tuesday, 4, and Wednesday, 12, October 2022 at various locations. 

    The clinics are for any persons aged 18 + years who would like to receive a Flu Vaccination. 

    Please see table below for times and venues of clinics available. 

    Week commencing Tuesday, 4, October 2022
    DateVenueTime
    Tuesday,                           
    4 October    		Jamestown Community Centre   Kingshurst, Community Centre 10am  – 12noon     1pm – 3pm
    Tuesday,
    12 October                      		Harford, Community Centre   Levelwood, Community Centre10am  – 12noon   1pm – 3pm

    The clinics will operate on a walk in basis therefore there is no need to call for an appointment prior to the day of the clinic.  

    SHG

    30 September 2022

  • Road Closures

    The Highways Authority has given approval for the road from White Wall, Half Tree Hollow, to New Ground Point to be closed between 9am and 3pm tomorrow, Wednesday 28 September 2022. This closure is to enable the Roads Section to carry out emergency maintenance works.

    During this closure, only emergency services will be granted access. Residents within the affected area will also be granted access, but are advised that delays can be expected. All other road users are asked to use the diversion route via Sapper Way. Appropriate signage and marshals will be in place.

    The public is advised that the road, from the junction near St Matthew’s Church towards Halley’s Mount and through to the Dungeon Cemetery, will be closed between 9am and 3pm on Tuesday, 4, and Wednesday, 5 October 2022. This closure is to enable the Roads Section to carry out remedial maintenance works.

    During these closures, only emergency services will be granted access. Residents within the affected area will also be granted access, but are advised that delays can be expected. All other road users are asked to use the diversion route via Gordon’s Post. Appropriate signage will be in place.

    SHG

    27 September 2022

  • Strategic Asset Disposal

    St Helena Government (SHG) is inviting interested bidders to purchase by leasehold a number of state-owned properties:

    • New Ground House
    • Red Roof.

    Further details of these properties, including the terms & conditions that apply to the purchase process, are included in the Strategic Asset List which is available on the Invest in St Helena page of the SHG website via: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/st-helena/invest-in-st-helena/. Direct link: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/St-Helena-Strategic-Properties-September-2022.pdf.  

    The deadline for offers during this round is Friday, 28 October 2022.

    For more information on any of these properties, please contact Investment Co-Ordinator, Melissa Fowler, via email: Melissa.Fowler@sainthelena.gov.sh or on tel: (+290) 22470 Ext 209.

    SHG
    27 September 2022