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  • Careers Fair 2025

    On Thursday 20 March 2025, the Education Skills and Employment Portfolio (ESE) presented a successful Careers Fair 2025. The fair provided a valuable platform for members of the public, students, and job seekers to explore career opportunities on St Helena.

    Held at New Horizons Leisure Park and the Mule Yard, the fair provided all attendees with a chance to meet employers face-to-face and gain a real insight into the requirements for different careers on the island. The fair also highlighted opportunities available and allowed participants to market themselves to prospective employers.

    Chief Minister, Julie Thomas, delivered brief remarks before Interim Portfolio Director for ESE, Marie Horton, officially declared the fair open.

    The Chief Minister said:

    “This day has been generated for you; whether you are a student entering the work environment, an individual progressing in your chosen career or indeed those who wish to undertake a changed career path or simply someone looking for inspiration or confidence to pursue a business idea. This is your day!”

    “I hereby encourage you to seize the opportunities that Careers Fair 2025 has to offer you. Be the positive change in your life. Always remember that opportunities don’t happen, you create them.”

    Chief Minister, Julie Thomas, encouraged attendees to utilise the fair to engage with the businesses and organisations and to recognise the different possible career pathways available to them.

    Support Officer (SHCC) Carley Peters said:

    “Career’s Fair 2025 was designed to equip attendees with essential career advice, showcase exciting job opportunities, and foster overall professional development.

    We really hope everyone found valuable insights throughout the day! It was fantastic to see such a great turnout, and the atmosphere was buzzing with enthusiasm! A huge thank you to everyone who played a part in making this event a success. Here’s to more great career-building experiences!

    Businesses and organisations taking part in the fair included various SHG portfolios and sections, Legislative Council, Judicial Services, Connect Saint Helena, Sure Saint Helena, Solomon and Company (St Helena) Plc, St Helena Brewery, the Saint Helena National Trust, Bank of St Helena, Smudge Dog, Audit St Helena, Peaks Enterprises, Rose and Crown, and SHAPE.

    Presentations were delivered by representatives of the Graduate Scheme, Marine Conservation, St Helena National Trust, Emergency Care, Royal St Helena Police, Health and Social Care, and the St Helena Fire and Rescue Service.

    Demonstrations throughout the day were delivered by the St Helena Fire and Rescue and Emergency Services in the Mule Yard.

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    Chief Minister, Julie Thomas, delivers opening remarks

    SHAPE display

    Members of the St Helena Research Institute team at their stall

    A model of a Raw Water System at Red Hill, displayed at the Connect Saint Helena stall

    Peaks Enterprise Stall

    Solomons Employee Progression Display

    St Helena Brewery Stall

    Legislative Council Stall

    Members of the St Helena National Trust at their stall

    SHG Occupational Therapy Team Display

    Emergency Planning and Royal St Helena Police

    HM Prison Stall

    ENRP displays at the Mule Yard

    Vanessa Thomas-Williams at the Terrestrial Conservation Stall

    Agriculture Display

    #StHelena #Education #CareersFair2025

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  • Changes Made to Route 3 of the Public Transport Service Timetable

    Please be advised that following requests from the public and to improve efficiency of the Public Transport Service (PTS), there will be changes made to the Route 3 timetable effective from Thursday, 27 March 2025.

    Currently, the journeys departing from White Gate going into Jamestown are via Rosemary Plain, New Ground.  As from Thursday, 27 March 2025 they will travel in the opposite direction, the bus will therefore pass through Red Hill at approximately 07:09 in the mornings, 13:46 for the mid-day run and again at 19:46 for the late shift, before going onto New Ground, Cleugh’s Plain, Rosemary Plain, Scotland, White Gate and then into Jamestown as per the revised timetable. 

    Departure times leaving Jamestown, along with the Tuesday and Thursday routes to Thompson Hill will remain the same.

    The PTS timetables will be updated to reflect these changes and posted on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/public-services/publictransportservice/.

  • St Helena Government Launches Public Consultation on New Communications Bill 2025

    The St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the launch of a public consultation on the proposed Communications Bill 2025, which aims to modernise the island’s telecommunications regulatory framework to support digital transformation and economic growth.

    Modernising St Helena’s Digital Infrastructure

    The Communications Bill 2025 will replace the outdated Telecommunications Ordinance 1989 and establish a modern regulatory framework essential for maximising the benefits of the Equiano fibre optic cable connection that was activated in October 2023.

    Minister for Treasury and Economic Development, Mark Brooks said:

    “This legislation represents a crucial step in St Helena’s digital journey, with the island now connected to high-speed fibre, we need an appropriate legal framework to ensure these benefits reach all residents and businesses while supporting economic development. I thank the public for their patience while officers have been working hard to review and update the new Communications Ordinance. I encourage everyone to engage with our team to help ensure this new legal framework meets the needs of all.”

    The Bill implements the Policy for Communications, Networks and Services, approved by the Executive Council in 2020 and reaffirmed in 2024, focusing on a wide range of issues including:

    • Communications Regulator – Establishing an independent regulator to oversee compliance, investigate breaches, and ensure licensees act in customers’ best interests
    • Universal Service Obligation – Guaranteeing access to communication services island-wide
    • Consumer Safeguards – Introducing quality of service standards, complaint procedures, and privacy protections
    • Price Controls – Balancing affordability for consumers with fair returns for service providers
    • Spectrum Management – Creating effective procedures for managing electromagnetic spectrum and licensing radiocommunications

    The consultation seeks feedback on whether the draft legislation accurately reflects the previously approved policy objectives and how implementation might affect stakeholders.

    The consultation document and draft Bill are available on the Public Consultation page on the SHG website at https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/public-consultation/.

    The consultation period will end onWednesday 16 April 2025. Any questions or views on the draft Communications Bill 2025 may be submitted to Portfolio Assistant, Alexandria Thomas, via email through Alexandria.Thomas@sainthelena.gov.sh.

    Following the consultation, responses will be reviewed by the Attorney General’s Chambers, with necessary amendments made before the Bill proceeds to the Legislative Assembly. The government aims to enact the legislation by June 2025.

    Notes to Editors

    #StHelena #DraftCommunicationsBill2025 #PublicConsultation

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  • New Blue Hill to Jamestown Public Service Bus Route Announced

    With effect from Tuesday, 01 April 2025, the Central Support Service will introduce an additional journey to the Public Transport Service from the Blue Hill area to Jamestown and return.  The journey will operate from Monday to Friday and is scheduled to arrive at the Grand Parade, Jamestown, at approximately 08:17 and commence the afternoon journey from the Grand Parade at 16:10.

    Monthly tickets will be available for those who wish to take advantage of this new public transport opportunity.

    For further information about this service or to register your interest in purchasing a monthly ticket, please contact Head of Transport, Nicholas George, on 23643 or via email at Vehicle.Fleet@helanta.co.sh by no later than Thursday, 27 March 2025.

  • Missing Papanui Wreck Buoy

    The St Helena Maritime Authority is issuing a notice to all boat users and the public regarding a missing navigational aid near the Papanui wreck.

    The Isolated Danger Mark buoy, used to mark the location of the Papanui wreck, is currently missing from its fixed position. This buoy is identifiable by the following characteristics:

    • Shape: Cylinder
    • Colour: Bands of black, red, and black
    • Light: Fitted with a white light that flashes twice every eight seconds (W, FL(2), 8s)

    All boat users are urged to be particularly vigilant and on the lookout for this missing buoy. It poses a potential obstruction within the Jamestown harbour area and potentially further offshore.

    Furthermore, all mariners are reminded to exercise additional caution when navigating in the vicinity of the Papanui wreck, especially during high tide. The reduced visibility of the protruding wreck at high tide may increase the risk of incidents.

    The St Helena Maritime Authority is working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, the safety of all water users is paramount. Please remain cautious and report any sightings of the missing buoy to the Strategic Harbour Master Port Manager, Simon Lee, by telephone on 22750 or via email through simon.lee@sainthelena.gov.sh.

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    Boat users and the public are asked to be on the lookout for the missing buoy (pictured above)

    The Notice to Mariners – ‘Missing Papanui Wreck Buoy’ can be viewed here.

  • British Passport Fee Increases

    Following notification from the Home Office in the UK, the following British passport fee increases will take effect from 10 April 2025. 

     Current FeeIncreased Fee
    Adult 34-page standard passport £112.50£120.50
    Child 34-page standard passport (where the applicant is under 16 years of age).£77.00£82.50

  • Importation of Potatoes from MV Hondius (Tristan Da Cunha)

    The public are advised that the MV Hondius is due to arrive at St Helena from Tristan da Cunha on or around Sunday 13 April 2025.

    Individuals expecting to receive potatoes from Tristan da Cunha are reminded that a valid import licence is required.

    Application forms for these licences are available from the Biosecurity Section at Scotland. To obtain an application form or for any related enquiries, please contact Biosecurity Assistant, Tania Maggott, via email through tania.maggott@sainthelena.gov.sh or Biosecurity Officer, Julie Balchin, on julie.balchin@sainthelena.gov.sh. Alternatively, telephone 24724 for enquiries.

    Applications for import licences will close on Friday 28 March 2025 at 14:00. No applications will be accepted after this deadline.

    Payment of £10 for each licence required can be made to the Bank of St Helena using account number 61000003 or at the Customer Services Centre at the Post Office. Please quote “Fresh Produce Import Licence”. The Cost code for payment will be 26-2632-014-00450 if being paid at the Customer Services Centre.

    Applicants are reminded that proof of payment is required before a licence can be issued.

  • ENRP Veterinary Clinic Closure

    The public are advised that the ENRP Veterinary Clinic which are held at Scotland between 8:30 to 10:00 will be closed on Monday, 24 March, normal clinics will resume on Tuesday 25 March.

    Animal owners are advised that in the event of an emergency, please call 24724.

    ENRP apologises for any inconvenience that this may cause. The public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

    SHG

    24 March 2025

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  • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAMME

    NEW PRISON – DESIGN/SUPERVISE CONSULTANCY

    The Programme Management Office (PMO) are pleased to announce that following an open procurement, One Creative Environments Ltd (ONE) has been selected as the preferred Design and Supervise Consultancy for the New Prison Build project. 

    Representatives from ONE will be on-island from Saturday 22 March 2025 and will be hosting a drop-in session where they would like to invite local construction businesses, service providers and suppliers to meet with them to informally discuss the upcoming project.  If you would like to meet with ONE, please drop in to Essex House between 16:00 and 17:00 on Tuesday 25 March 2025.

    Note to Editors:

    The project was approved for funding under the UK funded Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP) – Micro Project, in partnership with the FCDO.

    SHG
    21 March 2025

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  • Public Consultation on the Future of the Sea Front and Wharf

    With the relocation of Cargo Operations from the Wharf to Rupert’s’ Port Facility, exciting plans are to be developed for the transformation of the Seafront and Wharf in Jamestown, and we, the Working Group, would like to hear your views and ideas on what would help shape this community space into a vibrant, sustainable and accessible leisure and commercial hub for everyone.

    We are therefore planning to arrange meetings at the following dates and venues:

    A BOAT OWNERS CONSULTATION MEETING WILL BE HELD AT:

    Jamestown Community Centre on Monday 24 March 2025 at 19:30

    PUBLIC CONSULTATION MEETINGS WILL BE HELD AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:

    Jamestown Community Centre on Tuesday, 25 March 2025 at 19:30

    Longwood Community Centre on Wednesday, 26 March 2025 at 19:30

    Kingshurst Community Centre on Thursday, 27 March 2025 at 19:30

    Join us to learn more, share your views and ideas, and help create a Seafront and Wharf that reflects the needs and aspirations of our community. Your input is invaluable.

    SHG

    21 March 2025

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