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Vol. 6,SENTINEL Issue 10 - Price: £1 “serving St Helena and her community worldwide” Thursday 08 June 2017 Bertrand’s Cottage Reopens and Hospitality National Parking Courses to Start ...page 5 Trust issues A glance at who left on the ship to Launches raised in Cape Town June 6 ...page 13 Souvenir Highways Still No Freedom of Information Shop Authority ...page 23 ...page 5 for St Helena ...page 21 Team St Helena departed for Island Games athletes and one offi cial from the UK will be joining up with the group in Gotland. Clad in yellow and green, the group, along with their managers and other support, gathered outside New Hori- zons before boarding the RMS Tues- day morning. “To be honest, I can’t wait,” said fi rst-time Island Games competitor Colby Thomas. “I’ve been training since I was about eight, so it’s all pay- ing off now.” Madolyn Andrews, Jodie Scipio Con- stantine, Simon Henry and Carlos Yon will be competing in shooting events. Darren Henry and Malcolm Williams uesday, a team of fi ve St Helenians left managers, a team leader and three offi - T will be competing in golf, Colby on the RMS, headed to Sweden. cials, is headed for the 2017 Natwest Island Thomas in swimming and Sunna Jan The team, accompanied by three team Games in Gotland, Sweden. Three more Thomas in track[...] ...page 7 Church Fete Photo Gallery Doctor Who? ...pages 16 & 17 Held on Unconfirmed arrest Longwood of SHG Employee ...page 21 Green St Matthew’s Parish held their annual Whit Monday fete on Longwood Green June 5. ...page 2 2 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL OPINION/ ST HELENA SNIPPETS Editorial I’ll be down at the wharf so we can all sams.sh if anyone would like to contact me regarding story ideas or anything of Hi all, get a glance at a few of the passengers that sort. Last week’s introductory editorial was who are leaving or departing. This week, Enjoy reading, and keep an eye on the long – from now on, they’ll be short and we’ve also got a separate coverage of the weather this week – hoping the RMS pas- sweet! St Helenian team departing for the Island sengers aren’t all missing from their din- You’ll notice more tweaks again this Games in Gotland, Sweden. ner tables! week in our coverage. We are constantly I’d like to thank our readers, advertis- Until next time, learning about layouts and design, pho- ers and all involved for sticking with us Emma Weaver tography, photo captions and reporting. through these odd times at SAMS, and We’ve decided photo galleries would be a through the staff and other changes. My good addition to the paper. Photos bring email address here is emmaweaver@ life on the island to life, and information about the story behind the photos can still be covered by captions. We’ll work on printing in colour, in the long term. Andrew Turner, Ferdie Gunnell and I have covered a variety of subjects about the island this week. Ferdie has taken on much of the invaluable political reporting. On page 21 you’ll fi nd his story about the Freedom of Information bill, which has been in talks since 2013, being delayed until the new council is elected. Andrew has written some good, tricky-to-cover pieces this week (see his story on page 21), and has also provided valuable event coverage, such as in his story A Shop you can Trust. I’ve continued with my new, recurring section this week – Arrivals/ Departures Lounge. Each time the ship comes in from or leaves for Cape Town, A Grand Day Out The main tent at the fete. Photo by Andrew Turner. Church fete held on Longwood Green Andrew Turner, SAMS

St Matthew’s Parish held their annual Whit Monday fete on Longwood Green June 5. Traditionally the fete is held in nearby St Mark’s Hall but this year organisers decided to expand the event and host it on Longwood Green. Father Dale Despite some small showers early on, over spit-roasts a pig. Photo by 200 people attended the event. The fete was Andrew Turner. A gifts stall at the event. Photo by Andrew Turner. opened by Father Don Wittisch. Wittisch and his wife Mary arrived recently from Cape ﬁ shcakes and bullseye, tea and cakes and veg- As so many people attended the opportunity Town and will be here until October. Wittisch etables. Pot plants and clothes were also for for launching an appeal for preserving the has also ministered on Ascension Island and sale. Activities included rafﬂ e, donkey rides Grade 2 listed building St Matthews Church, Tristan da Cunha. (led by Gavin Jack), volleyball and guess the so a collection was taken up. It was a relaxing sunny day. Food for sale weight-name-number. Play equipment was The fete started winding down at around at the event included spit-roast pig on rolls, well-occupied by local children. 7pm, but the bar kept open until late. THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 3 NOTICE BOARD

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Tele: 22727 – Email: [email protected] 4 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL OPINION YOUR LETTERS/ NOTICE BOARD Dear Editor SENTINEL I write regarding the letter from a 'concerned reader' in the St Helena Independent (2nd June 2017). This letter relates to the appointment of Mrs Susan O'Bey as the Chief Secretary designate and implies criticism of her appointment stating that it appears there was a fl awed process to select her and it seems Mrs Obey knew COMMENT the job would be available and that she would get it. Andrew Turner, SAMS This viewpoint appears to hinge on Mrs O'Bey's statement in which she said ' I am very happy, this is a position I have been working towards for the last few years.....' The prison project is seemingly al- Having worked on St Helena in a senior role for over three years and being very proud to have played a part ways making the news. In the recent in developing and enabling St Helenians to fulfi l their potential and take on roles that overseas workers had LegCo Meeting in May, the Financial previously occupied, I believe that the 'concerned reader' may well be missing the point here. Secretary, Dax Richards, said in the budget speech that “Projects such as Mrs O'Bey has been working towards this role through her self development, through her professional learn- Rupert’s development including Side ing and by working hard in every role she has undertaken. Mrs O'Bey has been working towards this role Path and Field Roads, the prison and through a dedication to serve her community in a positive and professional manner. Mrs O'Bey has been rock fall protection will have to be de- working towards this role through helping others to develop (I know this personally) and through supporting veloped in slower time.” others in the professional roles (I also know this personally). Now for many it seems like the proj- In addition, there was an advert and there was a process, Mrs O'Bey came through that process as the best ect has been in the pipeline for a life- candidate. It is my view that St Helena is extraordinarily lucky to have such a dedicated, professional and time, but having done some digging knowledgeable public servant to lead the Public Service on St Helena in the years to come. around in the history books it looks like its actually been in the pipeline for It is quite right that local talent is developed and where possible, local talent should take on roles that have several lifetimes. for some time been occupied by an overseas worker. This is refl ected in the words and deeds of many senior For those who may not know, the offi cials including HE the Governor and Mr Roy Burke. There are a number of real success stories within Blue Book is a report sent by the Gov- the Police Directorate and elsewhere within SHG where local people are making a real difference in senior ernor to the UK Government each year. roles, leading the island forward in its development. So let us rewind back to the Blue Book I don't know whether the 'concerned reader' is a St Helenian as they don't appear to be able to support their from 1847, in which the governor said, views with their name. If it is a St Helenian I would urge a quick look in the mirror and fi nd it in their heart "the present gaol is in all respects unfi t to support their fellow islanders (assuming you are a St Helenian) in rejoicing in the success stories. There is for the purpose to which it is applied.” so much more to come but the will is there to achieve it. The gaol (jail) spoken of in this piece is still the one that is in use today. That It always disheartened me when I saw Saints being unsupportive to fellow Saints, it just does not seem right. is 170 years since it was fi rst proposed Come on St Helena, cheer your fellow islanders to the rafters and celebrate the success and in doing so en- that a new prison was needed. couraging others to reach for the stars in their personal development. As a result of the report a new gaol was built in Ruperts, opening in 1853, As for the concerned reader, perhaps more time working on your own personal development and less time but in 1867 a prisoner burned it to the turning your nose up at the achievement of others may be time well spent. ground. In 1867 the Governor reported to the Well done Mrs O'Bey, I will look forward to watching your success in the years ahead. UK that "In my Despatch, No. 18, of Trevor Botting the year 1867, it was my duty to report the total destruction of the Government jail in Rupert's Valley, by fi re. I also reported that inadequate dispositions had been made for the safe custody of the prisoners in the old jail at Jamestown. With the present claims upon the Gov- ernment I see but little hope of commencing a new jail for the next two or three years." Now as we all know it didn’t happen for the two or three years. In fact, 150 years later prisoners are still awaiting a suitable facility. So when the Financial Secretary says that the project must happen in “slower time,” you have to wonder how much slower it could be?

South Atlantic Media Services, Ltd., The Media Centre, Castle Gardens, Jamestown, St Helena, South Atlan- tic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ. Tel: 22727 E: [email protected], W: www.sams.sh THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 5 ST HELENA SNIPPETS Fine Cuisine Bertrand’s Cottage reopens, hospitality courses to start

Andrew Turner, SAMS

On Thursday it was announced that Ber- trand’s cottage has now been reopened. They will be open on Wednesdays, Thurs- days and Friday evenings for bookings. There will also be two sittings available for lunch on Sundays, the fi rst at noon and the other at 3pm. The arrival of a new chef at Bertrand’s Cot- tage will see a French fl are added to the menu, which will honour the Cottage’s heritage as the place where Napoleon’s Grand Marshal, Hen- ri-Gatien Bertrand, stayed during his exile. “St Helena’s cooking and culture is very much fusion cooking because of all the different cultures that have been here,” chef Mike The exterior of Bertrand’s Cottage. Photo by Andrew Turner. Harper said. “I was on Cooking Saint on Face- book and someone was mentioning Plo in Rus- ty College. This will be the second time the ing to be doing English muffi ns, crumpets and sia is Plov. It’s exactly the same dish, it’s just courses have been run. These courses include things that are not just the standard bread rolls. in a different country. It just shows all of the marinating and BBQ dishes, fi sh dishes and I did that last time, just before going on leave. different cultures coming into it.” bread and dough. That was focaccia breads and bread rolls.” Harper will be running fi ve hospitality cours- “I’m doing bread and dough, but we’re going All fi ve courses are free of charge. Anyone es, over the next three months, at Bertrand’s to do some different bread and dough prod- over the age of 16 can enrol in any of these Cottage and also at the St Helena Communi- ucts,” Harper said. “For example, we’re go- courses. Where to Park? Parking issues raised in Highways Authority

Andrew Turner, SAMS

At a recent meeting of the Highways Au- thority, concerns were raised about parking issues. The main cause of concern was obstruction caused by vehicles in the Half Tree Hollow and Jamestown areas. In regard to the Half Tree Hollow area, the Authority highlighted obstruction caused by vehicles parking along the main highway adja- Cars parked down Napoleon Street. Photo by Andrew Turner. cent to A&D’s Mini Mart, where people often park in order to access the shop. In the James- at risk, both vehicular and pedestrian. We all and monitored, with the aim of helping resi- town area, the Authority mentioned obstruc- understand the frustrations of the limited des- dents to fi nd parking spots near their homes. tion caused by vehicles parking in the areas ignated parks in all areas; however everyone “I wish we had residential parking, because of New Porteous House, outside the Consul- must comply with the law.” you get back sometimes and there is no park ate Hotel, and on the roundabout outside The Parking is diffi cult on St Helena - this is of- for you,” a resident of Napoleon Street said. Star. Parking in front of New Porteous House ten attributed to there being “more cars than “You can go round and round and there's no is currently common due to the AGMAC con- people,” which is a common phrase. park so you end up parking at the seaside. I struction of the new hotel. As part of the proposal to improve James- think it would be ideal so that when you get “Vehicles parked on busy highways are a town’s parking situation, a Residents’ parking back from somewhere you don’t have to be hindrance to other road users,” Police Inspec- scheme is being developed by the Highways worrying about fi nding a park. I would rather tor, Julianne Benjamin, said. “It prevents a Authority. The scheme will designate set times pay for a park, even if it had to be a yearly free fl ow of traffi c and puts the public`s safety when parking in Jamestown will be controlled thing.” 6 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

Vacancy - Chief Executive for Economic Development (Designate) Enterprise St Helena is seeking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced person to work alongside the substanƟve Chief ExecuƟve for Economic Development with responsibiliƟes for taking the lead in St Helena’s economic transformaƟon by working hand in hand with the private sector and St Helena Government. The successful candidate will be expected to embark on a training and development programme in preparaƟon for taking on the full responsibility of the substanƟve holder in 2018. Suitable candidates would preferably have the following qualificaƟons, skills and experience: · Educated to degree level or equivalent · Must show strong pragmaƟc leadership and able to shape and engender vision and change · Have an understanding of development economics and the planning system in economic development · Will have managed at senior level in a development agency or commercial enterprise · Other skills to include investment incenƟves, planning and development, idenƟficaƟon and packaging of investment opportuniƟes, appraisal, negoƟaƟon and conclusion of inward investments and insƟtuƟonal development A copy of the terms of reference and an applicaƟon form can be emailed or collected from Enterprise St Helena RecepƟon. ApplicaƟon forms should be addressed to Marilyn Caswell, HR and AdministraƟon Manager at Enterprise St Helena, Ladder Hill Business Park or emailed to [email protected] by no later than close of business on Monday 19th June 2017.

Invitation to Tender Expressions of Interest, Extension and Refurbishment of the Laboratory at the Hospital Civil Building The Saint Helena Government wishes to invite suitably experienced contractors to submit tenders for the following contract- The Health Directorate is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualifi ed and experienced contractors for the proposed Extension and Refurbish- Refurbishment of Red Gate House ment of the Laboratory at the Hospital civil Building. The Works will include new fi res doors, automatic fi re detection and alarms, vi- Copies of the tender document can be obtained from nyl sheet fl ooring, partition walls, internal paint, new laboratory benching and other ancillary works to areas on the fi rst fl oor of the Hospital Civil Building. Miss Noleen Herne Procurement Offi cer Interested contractors should be committed to undertake the Works and state Essex House qualifi cations and experience of the operatives who will undertake the Works. Jamestown It is essential that the Works are carried out promptly, to a high standard, and Telephone No: 22270 or email [email protected] meet the deadline date of 30th September, 2017 Contractors wishing to submit an Expression of Interest should indicate their A site visit to view the works will take place on Wednesday, 7 June ability to meet the above criteria. 2017, at 9:30am, meeting at the Red gate House. Tender packs may be collected at the Hospital Administration Building form If you require any further details, please contact the Project Man- Miss Clarissa Osborne. ager, Mr Glen Owen, on telephone number 51203 or email gbo@ For further information and to arrange a site visit please contact the Project helanta.co.sh . Manager, Mr. Glenn Owen, Project manager, on telephone 23608 or 51203 or email [email protected] Completed tenders should be placed in the Tender Box at Essex House by 12noon on Wednesday, 14 June 2017. Tenders should be submitted in a sealed envelope, on the Form of Tender, Interested parties should note that this opportunity is not being ad- marked “The Director of Health, Extension and Refurbishment of the Labora- vertised overseas. tory at the Hospital Civil Building” by 12 noon, Friday 16th June 2017 THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 7 ST HELENA SNIPPETS Geared up for Gotland

The team and managers before boarding. Photo by Andrew Turner. Team St Helena departed for Island Games Tuesday competed in the 2015 Island Games as well as school athletics. She loved running.” Emma Weaver, SAMS for the 2017 Games, said he hopes he can fi nd The island games are held every two years; [...] Richard Constantine, father of 18-year-old a way to watch her events. this year, athletes nearly missed the event be- Jodie Scipio Constantine, was excited to see “Last time they didn’t show it, which isn’t cause of the funding and transportation issues his daughter off on the ship, although unfor- that good,” he said. “So I hope they show it St Helena experienced earlier in 2017. How- tunately he and his wife could not accompany this time.” ever, the athletes are now geared up and on her on the trip. Lawrence had watched Thomas grow as an their way. “We’d like to have gone with her, but with all athlete over the last few years, and was excited National Amateur Sports Association St Hel- the problems with the ships at the moment and for her travels and competitive events. Even if ena Chairman Nick Stevens said sponsors and the planes...” he said. “But maybe next time.” he didn’t get the chance to watch the events the NASAS committee are to thank for ensur- This is Jodie’s second time competing in the live, he said he would be up past midnight (for ing the team reached the games, and Enter- island games; her father said he was hopeful free Wi-Fi) so he could keep in touch. prise St Helena is to thank for the team’s kit. she would do as well or better this year. “Her fi rst time was Samoa, it was a good More information about the Island Games “She did very well last time,” he said. “She experience for her to travel,” he said. “She’s can be found at http://www.iiga.org/. The Sen- didn’t bring a medal back, she just missed it quite prepared this time. She used to get med- tinel will also be providing coverage of the by one point, so hopefully she’ll do well this als like gold, silver when she used to do the event via Damien O’Bey over the next weeks. time.” Colby Thomas using his selfi e Accompanying the team to Sweden will be stick. Photo by Emma Weaver. Team Leader Damien O’Bey, shooting Team Manager Pat Henry, swimming Team Man- ager Barbara Osborne and athletics/physio Team Manager Andrew Lawrence. O’Bey and Henry will also support the golfers. O’Bey, who will be organising competitive events, fl ight tickets and carrying out the ad- ministrative aspects of the trip, was excited by Barbara Osborne on the wharf. the opportunity. Photo by Emma Weaver. “It’s an awesome opportunity for any person to represent St Helena, and I’m sure we’ll all be good ambassadors for the island,” he said. Gotland is a Swedish island/province in the Baltic Sea. The Island Games, at which thousands will gather from across the globe, will begin June 24 and run for seven days. The team will begin the journey home July 9, and reach St Helena July 19. Benjy Lawrence, who saw his girlfriend Sunna Jan Thomas off on the ship when she Nick Stevens saying goodbye to the team. Photo by Emma Weaver. 8 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

Vacancy - Director of Tourism Enterprise St Helena is seeking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced person to be responsible for the development and promoƟon of a sustainable tourism industry for St Helena for the benefit of the Saint Helenian community, tourism sector and investors. Suitable candidates must have the following qualificaƟons, skills and experience:

x Educated to degree level or equivalent

x QualiﬁcaƟon or demonstrable experience in tourism, markeƟng, modern management

x Knowledge in dealing with various mulƟcultural environments, interest groups, stakeholder public agencies and industry partners

x Excellent customer care pracƟces (Internal and External, Local and InternaƟonal)

x Strong leadership, moƟvaƟonal and communicaƟon skills

If you require further informaƟon regarding the post please contact Marilyn Caswell, HR and AdministraƟon Manager on telephone 22920. A copy of the terms of reference and an applicaƟon form can be emailed or collected from the Enterprise St Helena RecepƟon. ApplicaƟon forms should be addressed to Marilyn Caswell, HR and AdministraƟon Manager at Enterprise St Helena, Ladder Hill Business Park or emailed to [email protected] by no later than close of business on Monday 19th June 2017. The Economic Development Group | Head Oﬃce | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill Tel: +290 22920 | Fax: +290 22166 | Email: [email protected]

SolomonSolo & Company (St Helena) Plc has a vacancy for an For further information,informmationn,n including the Company’s attractive benefits package, please contact Accountant (Creditors/Stock Control) Jody Grant-Lawrence, Within the Finance Department Finance Manager on telephone number: 22380 or via email address: Job Outline [email protected] To provide and maintain an efficient and accurate stock control system for the company including the effective

Application forms may be processing and monitoring of the Company’s creditors documentation and reporting. collected from Solomons Reception Desk, in the Main Office Building, Interested Persons Should:-

Jamestown or alternatively an x Have Grade C or above in GCSE Maths & English electronic copy can be requested x Be computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office applications via e-mail address: x Have the ability to work to deadlines [email protected] and x Have some supervisory experience should be completed and returned to Nicola Essex, Human Resources x Have experience in stock management Manager, x Desirably have experience in using Access Dimensions Solomons Office, Jamestown, By 14 June 2017 Salary will start at £951.13 per month, (£11,413.56 per annum) depending on qualifications and experience

THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 9 WORLD NEWS SNIPPETS UKUK GeneralGeneral Election 2017: festo they have pledged to defend the Falk- Paul Nuttall-UKIP lands despite previous comments made by Jer- The current leader of the United Kingdom WWherehere does each party stand emy Corbyn. Shadow Foreign Secretary Emily Independence Party (UKIP) Paul Nuttall has with the OverseasOverseas Territories? Thornberry said that “Britain’s overseas terri- previously expressed the need for Gibraltar to ByBy Ben BrickleBrickleyy tories are a fundamental part of our national be given its own Member of Parliament so that Friends of the British OOverseasverseas TerritorieTerritoriess history and Labour will always stand up for the UK can send a clear message to Spain that the rights, interests and self-determination of Gibraltar shall remain a British Territory. The We are now only a few days away from the their citizens, whether that means protecting UKIP leader called the European Union’s de- General Election and all political parties will the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands against cision to give Spain the right to veto a Brexit be hoping to build momentum as they trade anyone who would seek to challenge it, or sup- deal over Gibraltar as “most offensive”. campaign announcements and events. There porting the right of the Chagos Islanders to re- He said Gibraltarians made it clear they want will be many key issues that all party leaders turn to their homelands in Diego Garcia.” to remain British when they voted against will discuss Brexit being one of the most major Theresa May-The Conservative Party shared sovereignty during the 2002 referen- debates in the last few months. However, there dum. Speaking during an EU Brexit debate in is one important issue and that is the United The current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and leader of the Conservative Party Strasbourg, he said “The most offensive posi- Kingdom’s relationship with its Overseas Ter- tion you have taken is the proposal that Spain ritories which is subsequently linked to Brexit Theresa May has shown great resolve when it comes to the relationship with the Overseas. will have the right to veto any Brexit deal over as well. the issue of Gibraltar and the People of Gi- Many Overseas Territories will be keeping a During the current decision by the EU to allow Spain vetoing powers over Brexit matter per- braltar are proudly British.” He said his idea close watch on the general election proceed- to declare Gibraltar as part of Britain would ings as Brexit looms. Gibraltar in particular taining to Gibraltar she stated that “My position on Gibraltar has not changed. We are very prevent the area, famed for its famous rock will be keeping a keen eye on the outcome- overlooking the gateway to the Mediterranean and the Government of Gibraltar have al- clear that we support Gibraltar, we’re working with the Government of Gibraltar and will Sea, from being used as a pawn in the Brexit ready called on Britain’s political parties to negotiations with the European Union. make “clear and explicit commitments” to continue to do so because we want to negoti- Gibraltar in their manifestos for the general ate the best possible deal for the UK and the election. Chief Minister Fabian Picardo said best possible deal for Gibraltar.” his government would pursue assurances on Although she has previously been criticised Police name Khuram Butt Gibraltar’s post-Brexit future from all parties for not having a strong plan after there were and Rachid Redouane as two contesting the UK election. “We’ll asking po- accusations made that Bermuda had been used litical parties in the UK to feature clear and for some of the most secretive tax havens in of three London attackers – explicit commitments to Gibraltar in their the world, facilitating tax dodging and corrup- as it happened manifestos, both in terms of our ability to con- tion in the United Kingdom’s own back yard. tinue to trade on single-market terms with the It is clear however that Theresa May is includ- What we know so far UK after Brexit, and the inclusion of Gibraltar ing the Overseas Territories in Brexit Negotia- • Police have identifi ed two of the three in the UK’s new international trade deals go- tions after a new forum was created dedicated London Bridge attackers as Khuram Butt ing forward, including the ones with the EU,” to discussing possible implications of Brexit and Rachid Redouane. The third perpetrator Mr Picardo said. Even though Gibraltar will on the Overseas Territories. Her dedication to has not been named. not be going to the polls it is an Overseas Ter- the protection of the Overseas Territories was • Offi cials confi rmed that Butt, 27, who was ritory that has strong cross-party support, so backed up during the launch of the Conserva- born in Pakistan but brought up in the UK, whatever the outcome, Westminster has as- tive Part manifesto when she stated that “we was known to police and had been investi- sured the Rock it will back it unequivocally. will protect the democratic freedom of the gated in 2015. He had appeared in a Channel The UK’s relationship with its Overseas Ter- people of Gibraltar and our overseas territories 4 documentary, The Jihadis Next Door, and ritories should be a key issue during the gen- to remain British, for as long as that is their had been reported to the anti-terrorism hot- eral election due to the make or break nature wish.” line for extremism. of the current Gibraltar/Spain vetoing powers • Butt was also linked to al-Muhajiroun, the so it is crucial to know where all party leaders Tim Farron-The Liberal Democrats Pro-Remainer and currentleader of the Lib- banned extremist group whose leader, An- stand in regards to the country’s relationship jem Choudary, was jailed last year for en- with the Overseas territories - here’s what we eral Democrats Tim Farron has previously stated that “Gibraltar and other overseas ter- couraging support for Islamic State. know so far on where the main party leaders • But his case was ranked in the “lower ech- across the UK stand. ritories should be given a seat in the Commons so that Britons living abroad get a voice in the elons” of counter-terrorism investigations Jeremy Corbyn-The Labour Party Brexit negotiations.” This was due to Gibraltar and he was not suspected of planning an at- Lifelong anti-imperialist and current leader of voting unanimously to remain within the EU tack. the Labour party Jeremy Corbyn has previous- during the referendum vote. • Redouane, 30, who reportedly claimed to ly called for direct rule to be imposed on for- Tim Farron has also consulted the Govern- be Moroccan and Libyan, was not known to mer British colonies. Asked whether he thinks ment and the Boundary Commission on a plan police or MI5. the Cayman Islands – which was governed as to create new constituencies for British people • Twelve people – seven women and fi ve part of the Colony of Jamaica until 1962 when who live abroad he stated that this was be- men – who were arrested at two properties they became a separate Crown colony – should cause “the Brexit vote will affect many British in Barking on Sunday were released without face direct rule in order to tackle tax havens, people who live and work abroad as well as charge on Monday evening, police said. Corbyn said “I don’t have a problem with that. places like Gibraltar.” Mr Farron is opposing • Hundreds of people gathered in London They’re British Crown dependent territories Brexit at any cost as he believes that jumping on Monday evening in a vigil for the seven therefore surely there has to be an observance out of the Single Market will have negative people killed and dozens wounded. of UK tax law.” consequences for the Overseas Territories in • Two of those killed have been named as The Labour leader was previously accused regards to jobs and the economy. The Liberal Christine Archibald, from Canada, and Lon- of wanting to hand over the Falkland Islands Democrats under Tim Farron have stated in doner James McMullan. A French citizen, as to Argentina after outgoing Argentinian am- their manifesto for the general election that yet unidentifi ed, is also known to have died. bassador Alicia Castro stated that Corbyn was “the UK must be able to defend itself and the • Others remain missing, including 21-year- “one of ours”, and additional that he wanted a territories for which it has responsibility” fur- old Australian Sara Zelenak. Northern Ireland-style arrangement in which ther backing up their support for the Overseas • There are 36 people still being treated in Britain and Argentina would govern the islands Territories if they were to gain an overall ma- hospital for their injuries; 18 of them are in together. However, in the Labour Party mani jority in parliament. critical care The Guardian UK 10 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

PUBLIC NOTICE

VACANCY FOR TRAINEE ROCK GUARD

The Environment and Natural Resources Directorate has an opportunity for someone who is looking to start or change their career to work in the Rockfall Section as a Trainee Rock Guard.

The successful candidate will be required to be available for on-call duties, to assist with mountain rescue operations, have a valid drivers’ licence in Classes A, B and C and have an awareness of Health and Safety techniques.

Candidates will be required to undertake an assessment to determine their physical fitness and ability to work from heights.

The successful candidate will be trained in current international abseiling and rope techniques, hillside inspections and will have the opportunity to obtain a certificate for safe working from ropes.

The salary for this post is at Grade B4 which is £7,730 per annum.

If you are interested in finding out more about this post please speak with the Maintenance Supervisor, Mr Darin Francis or e-mail [email protected]

Application forms and Job Profiles are available from the Roads Manager or from Receptionist at Essex House. Completed application forms should be submitted to the Human Resources Manager, Essex House. The closing date for this post has been extended to Wednesday 14 June 2017.

SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview.

Derek Henry Director, Environment and Natural Resources 31 May 2017

Environment & Natural Resources Directorate , St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ Telephone: +(290) 24724 Facsimile: +(290) 24603 E-mail: [email protected]

www.sainthelena.gov.sh

THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 11 ST HELENA SNIPPETS

The SHCC sign being revealed to the public May 17. Community Photo by Emma Weaver. College Catch- Up Emma Weaver, SAMS Education and Employment Director Shirley Wahler. Photo by Emma Weaver. The St Helena Community College (SHCC) was launched May 17, establishing the island’s ﬁ rst higher education and vocational college. But the college was built on a ﬁ rm founda- tion of lifelong learning which has already existed on the island, said Education and Em- ployment Director Shirley Wahler. “One of the main ideas behind the establish- ment of the St Helena Community College (SHCC) is that sustainable development de- The crowd watches a PowerPoint presentation about pends on human capital development,” Wahler the college May 17. Photo by Emma Weaver. said. “Valuing our human capital means that we recognise that the people of St Helena are and management course at SHCC. to have one emailed to you. Our courses are its greatest resource.” “I think it’s been a big development on the advertised regularly in the local media, but The new college offers courses for all ages, island,” Williams said. “I think it’s opened up potential students are also encouraged to con- and for most employment sectors. the doors so more people I suppose have ac- tact SHCC staff to discuss what course may be So far, SHCC has had 311 community educa- cess to higher education, [and] there’s been a right for their needs.” tion registrations, 16 higher education regis- wider range of courses made available.” The SHCC was established by the St Hel- trations, 53 professional studies registrations Wahler said it’s easy to register for a course ena Education Committee, and is managed and 135 technical and vocational studies reg- with SHCC. by St Helena Government’s Education and istrations. Sixty-eight percent of students are “A community college is a centre of educa- Employment Directorate. A Community Col- female, and the average age of the students is tional opportunity for everyone,” Wahler said. lege Board, set up under the direction of the 37.6. “It’s easy to register with SHCC. You can pick Education Committee, offers policy guidance Anya Williams is enrolled in a leadership up an application form at the ELC or just call and direction, and facilitates community input.

Restoration of Peak Dale’s St Helena Gumwood Forest

AN EU BEST 2.0 FUNDED PROJECT Blue Weed Blue weed or goat weed (Ageratum In wet locaƟons like Peak Dale, blue weed can DID YOU conyzoides) forms a dense carpet of knee- spread vegetaƟvely by layering and can KNOW high vegetaƟon of up to 1000 plants per persist for a couple of seasons. Excessive x The leaves of the meter square and competes with naƟve and growth will slump over and stems root from plant reportedly endemic ground cover as well as gumwood where they touch the ground, new shoots are have moth- seedlings. sent up from the nodes. repellent properties, and Blue weed has the ability to emerge in What are we doing to get rid of it? also medicinal abundance and complete its life cycle in less As blue weed is a prolific seeder, it is properties. than 2 months. There is evidence that blue important to destroy plants before they x In Africa, blue weed inhibits germinaƟon and growth of flower. Blue weed is shallow-rooted and weed is used to other plants through chemicals produced by relaƟvely easy to control using mechanical treat fever, its root and shoot means such as strimming rheumatism, systems. headache, colic, in conjuncƟon with a wounds caused How does it spread? chemical herbicides such by burns, Blue weed spreads by as Triclopyr (eg Garlon) dyspepsia, eye seed. There can be up to applied on young plants problem, uterine disorders and 95,000 seeds per plant before they flower, or pneumonia. and it can shed seeds aŌer strimming to knock over extended Ɵmes (5 down the re-growth. to 8 months). Seeds Blue weed is tough so it viability is less than 12 can take up to 3 weeks months. for the plants to die. Blue Weed For more information about the project you can follow us on Facebook @SNCGPeakDale or if you want to become a Gumwood Guardian contact [email protected] For more information about controlling invasive weeds check out www.sainthelena.gov.sh/the-weed-page/ St Helena Nature Conservation Group, dedicated to protecting and promoting St Helena’s unique natural environment.

This document has been produced with financial assistance of the European Union. The contents of this document are the sole responsibility of the St Helena Nature Conservation Group and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the European Union. 12 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

PUBLIC NOTICE

VACANCY - MECHANIC

The Transport Section is seeking to recruit to a Mechanic.

The Mechanic is responsible to the Garage Manager and Foreman (Mechanic) for the repairs and maintenance of government vehicles and heavy plant equipment. Duties will include:

x Maintain a fleet of vehicles and heavy plant equipment to meet the demands of the government of St. Helena in the pursuit of its business;

x Ensure that vehicles and heavy plant equipment are maintained in a safe operational condition;

x Compile paper work associated with work control systems;

x Carry out vehicle inspections and diagnostic problem solving;

x Carrying out emergency or specialist work as directed by the Foreman (Mechanic);

x Carrying out advanced maintenance and repairs to the government fleet of vehicles and heavy plant equipment, i.e. dismantling and reassembling engines and transmissions;

x Ensure that all machinery and equipment are well maintained in the garage complex;

x Be skilled in welding practices at a very high standard to ensure the safety of vehicles and heavy plant equipment;

Candidates should have in procession a Motor Mechanics certificate (or equivalent qualification) plus have at least 2 years practical experience and have a valid driving licence.

The salary for the post is at Grade B commencing at £7,730 per annum.

For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Mr Theodore Fowler on telephone number 23065 or e-mail [email protected]. Application forms and job profiles, which are available from Essex House, Jamestown, should be completed and submitted to Miss Karen Thomas, Human Resources Manager or email [email protected] by no later than 4 pm on Wednesday 14 June 2017. Applicants who have recently applied for this post need not re-apply.

Nicholas George Senior Transport Manager 31 May 2017

Environment & Natural Resources Directorate, Essex House, St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ

www.sainthelena.gov.sh THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 13 ST HELENA SNIPPETS Departures Lounge

Photos and text by A glance at who left on the ship to Cape Town June 6 Emma Weaver.

Lindsay Fennema has been the Older Persons Service Manager for Safeguarding for the past 18 months. The position is being dissolved, so Fennema caught the RMS Tuesday and is heading back to Canada to visit family. “I’m supposed to be off the island for six weeks, maybe more depending on what the boat does,” she said. But Fennema plans to return to St Helena for a four-month contract. “When I get back at the end of July or beginning of September, I will have the job as Clinical Leader for Residential Services,” Fennema said. Fennema said she will miss one aspect of the island the most while she is gone. “I’m going to miss the small community vibe here,” she said. “The generosity of the people here[...] People really take care of each other.” Lindsay Fennema drinks coffee at the Coffee Shop But what won’t she miss? before boarding the ship. “I’ll answer that with one answer, I won’t get into details; the small island politics,” she said.

Damien O’Bey about to board with the rest of team St Helena.

Sarah-Jane and Phil Sharman. This was Sarah-Jane and Phil Sharman’s second long-term stay on the island. Sandie Walters and her son Pascal. Damien O’Bey is the Team Leader for the St Phil has been the island’s Chief Auditor for the Helenians competing in 2017’s Island Games. St Helenian Sandy Walters has worked on the RMS last three years, and the couple is now moving to “I’ve been on the island since I was born, which for years, but Tuesday boarded the RMS as a passenger. the British Virgin Islands, where Phil will become was 1985, and at the moment we’re taking a team Walters took her 11-year-old son, Pascal, with her to the the Auditor General. away for the Natwest Island Games in Gotland,” UK for a three-month holiday. “The fi rst time round I had small babies,” Sar- O’Bey said. “[I’m organising] competitive I’m going to go back to the U.K. for three months just ah-Jane said. ”This time around has been a little events, fl ight tickets, basically all the administra- to test the waters,” Walters said. “Taking Pascal for a bit different to the fi rst time, because we were tive side of the whole sports.” holiday. Then in September we’ll be back so he can go kind of a self-contained family unit the fi rst time. O’Bey said he was excited for the trip, but was back to school.” This time, I’ve felt a lot closer to certain friends.” slightly worried about leaving his new magazine Pascal said he is looking forward to the holiday, and to While others on the island said they would most for a month and a half. having his twelfth birthday on the ship two days before miss Sarah-Jane’s baking when she left, Sarah- “It’s one of my biggest concerns about going on reaching Cape Town. Jane said she would most miss the scenery. this trip to be honest with you,” he said. “I’m just Walters has been a mobile hairdresser on the island, “I’m going to miss the view from our house in a bit afraid that we’d lose a bit of it, but[...] it’s and hopes to open a hairdressers in the UK. Sapper Way; every morning and the sunset,” she different to anything St. Helena has seen before, But Walters will miss the island while she’s gone. She said. “Absolutely awesome. You just can’t be- so it should be fi ne. Luke Bennett is watching said even if she decides to stay in the UK longer than lieve it sometimes.” over it.” three months, she’ll always eventually return to live on Phil, on the other hand, said he would miss But despite concerns about the new sports mag- St Helena. something entirely different. azine, Half-Time, O’Bey said couldn’t turn down “[I’ll miss] the friendliness, the freedom,” she said. “The Galaxy,” Phil said. “It’s the yacht in the travelling to Sweden with team St Helena. “You go into London and you’re not going to get that bay. If you’d like to buy a yacht, it’s for sale. Talk “It's an awesome opportunity for any person warm feeling like our St. Helenians have here. So, I will to Nick and Aldhelm.” to represent St. Helena, and I’m sure we’ll all be always move back. I’ve said that for years, ‘I’m going Phil and Sarah-Jane have no set plans to return good ambassadors for the island,” he said. go away and stay away for awhile, but I’m always even- to the island, but may come back when commer- tually back here.’” cial passenger fl ights begin. 14 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL LIFESTYLE & CULTURE Planting the Deadwood berms LEMP continues airport mitigation work

Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS

Drop-in sessions were held at Harford Com- munity Centre, Longwood May 31 for public consultations about planting on Deadwood berms. The sessions, which were held between 6 and 8pm, were part of the Landscape and Ecology Mitigation Programme (LEMP) for Deadwood. Berms have developed between the new access road and the local road to properties. The LEMP The Deadwood berms. Photo provided by AECOM. would like to rehabilitate the berms by planting endemics and other appropriate species to create an attractive buffer. LEMP Project Manager Kirsten Pritchard gave a PowerPoint presentation showing the affected areas, and showed sketches illustrating concepts of what might be achieved. She was assisted by team leaders Shayla Ellick and Sasha Bargo, as well as Ecologist Mikko Paajanen. LEMP has 23 staff working in the fi eld, the Access Offi ce in Jamestown and the nursery in Half Tree Hollow, where thousands of plants are propagated. The proposed planting at Deadwood would include marguerite, agapanthus, gumwood, ebony and hair grass, which will be watered until they become established. The majority will be fenced off because rabbits like to eat these plants, and apparently the project is requiring more fencing than estimated originally. Comments from the fl oor were all positive. A Landscape and Ecology Mitigation Plan was formulated during the Environmental Impact As- sessment (EIA) of the proposed Airport Project in 2005/06, and is included in the Environmental Statement. LEMP was formed in this act: The Deadwood planting is a requirement of the planning consent for the airport. The key aims for the LEMP are ensuring sym- pathetic and high-quality landscape design, rein- stating and improving land temporarily disturbed by airport and associated infrastructure construction, and provisioning habitat and landscape en- hancements to compensate for land permanently lost under the airport’s footprint. Some pre-construction activities took place between 2007 and 2009, including restoration of Wirebird habitats, but the LEMP really got started in 2013 when the previous LEMP Proj- ect Manager (Ross Towers) was appointed. The scale of works increased in 2015 when the LEMP remit was expanded to cover additional activities that were previously the responsibility of other parties. The LEMP comes to an end in 2021. In the meantime, much more airport mitigation work also needs to get done. LEMP staff and residents of Longwood and Deadwood meet May 31 about the berms. Photo by Cyril Gunnell. THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 15 TIME OUT Sudoku Challenge Each Sudoko puzzle has a unique solution that can be reached logically. PUZZLE Enter numbers into the blank spaces so that each row, column and 3x3 box contains the number 1 to 9. TIME 9 2 6 4 8 5 Maze 1 3 1 6 8 5 3 6 3 7 2 5 8 3 7 9 5 4 1 6

Sentinel Crossword Each Crossword consists of a grid of squares and blanks into which words Across are written according to the clues. 1 Depend (4) 3 Predinner drink (8) 9 Fishing vessel (7) 10 Floating markers (5) 11 Classical language (5) 12 Large gun (6) 14 Boil slowly (6) 16 Light wind (6) 19 Thrifty (6) 21 Thigh bone (5) 24 Exaggeratedly masculine (5) 25 Indistinct (7) 26 Pacts (8) 27 Leg joint (4) Down 1 Unpitying (8) 2 Minimum (5) 4 Robbery at sea (6) 5 Redbreasted bird (5) 6 Duo (7) 7 Ado (4) 8 Quick look (6) 13 Bring back (8) 15 Marvel (7) 17 Rubbish (6) 18 Recess (6) 20 Old coin worth four pence (5) 22 Lament (5) 23 Fail to include (4) 16 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL PHOTO GALLERY Follow Denny Leo and Benjy Lawrence of the National Trust along the South-West Point Post Box walk At 7.5km, South-West Point takes an hour and a quarter each way. The walk, found beyond Thompson’s Wood, provides dramatic views of rolling pastureland, and the occasional sheep keep walkers company on the trek. The walk has a 3/10 terrain rating and a 4/10 effort rating. Photos and text by Emma Weaver.

Denny Leo and Benjy Lawrence, the National Trust Wirebird Team, walk through low- hanging cloud near the start of the South- West Point walk.

At the close of wirebird season, around the end of March, newborn wirebird chicks can be spotted at South-West Point - if you’ve got a keen eye. THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 17 PHOTO GALLERY

Leo pauses for a lunch break on the cliff- side after cat-trap monitoring all morning.

Leo and Lawrence monitor cat traps around the island during wirebird season, when feral cats endanger the sur- vival of wirebird chicks.

Though the pasturelands along South- West Point are now mainly green, patches of cracked mud show how the land was once over-grazed.

Leo and Lawrence, who give tours of the island, overlook the south-western side of St. Helena.

Trees in many areas of the island are bent from the force of the wind. 18 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

YOUR FFUUTTUURRE,E, YOUR RESPONSIBILITY General Election 2017 Are YOU ready for the General Election 2017? Have you thought of someone who could be a good representative and voice for the people of St Helena? Do you think you’re up for the challenge of taking the Island forward as a Member yourself?

Following the two-week timeframe where Persons wishing to stand for Council must be at nominations were accepted to change or least 21 years of age and registered as an amend the Provisional Register, the elector on the Register of Electors for the year Register of Electors for the year commencing 1 July 2017. Candidates will need commencing 1 July 2017 is now being to have two sponsors and five supporters. finalised. Only those on this Register of Nomination forms will be available after the Writ Electors will be able to participate in this of Election is issued later this month. year’s General Election.

Writ of Election

The Writ of Election for the General Election 2017 is planned to be issued later this month. The Writ confirms the last day and time for receiving nominations for people to stand - this is planned to be at noon on Wednesday, 12 July 2017.

12 Seats to be Filled

There are twelve seats to be filled on the Legislative Council. This means that if more than twelve nominations are received a Poll will be taken to determine who will fill the twelve seats.

For more information, call the Castle Further updates will be issued over the coming weeks on 22470 or email: [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/STHGE2017/ https://twitter.com/STHGenElect17 #YourFutureYourResponsibilty THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 19 SAMS RADIO 1 SCHEDULE Radio 1 SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY Music 10am - 12 Noon: Music Playlist 12 Noon - 4pm: Music Playlist Please note this schedule is subject to change 7pm: Music Playlist MONDAY TUESDAY Presenter Shows LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with Music Music Donna Crowie 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist LIVE 10am - 12 Noon: Music Playlist Jeremy Johns 7pm: Music Playlist 12 Noon - 4pm: Music Playlist Arts & Crafts 7pm: Music Playlist Presenter Shows LIVE 2pm - 4pm: Arts Wednesdays Presenter Shows LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with with Teeny Lucy Jeremy Johns LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with LIVE 4pm - 5pm: Afternoon Drive with Roxanna Williams Stewart George SATURDAY LIVE 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with Andrew Turner Chart Shows Music 5pm - 7pm: Mike Brown LIVE 1pm - 5pm: Music Playlist THURSDAY Golden Oldies 7pm: Music Playlist LIVE 12:30pm - 2:30pm: 1548 with Presenter Shows Ferdie Music LIVE 8am - 1pm: Saturday Show 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist Genre Shows 9pm: Music Playlist FRIDAY LIVE 5pm - 7pm: The Soul Show with Presenter Shows Music Lydia and Stewart LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with 10am - 4pm: Music Playlist Andrew Turner 7pm: Music Playlist SUNDAY LIVE 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with- Presenter Shows Donna Crowie Music Golden Oldies LIVE 7am - 10am: Sunrise Show with Stewart George 2pm- 3:30pm: Music Playlist 6pm - 7pm: Music Playlist LIVE 12:30pm - 2:30pm: 1548 with LIVE 1pm - 3pm: Free for Sale Friday Ferdie with Donna Crowie Presenter Shows LIVE 7pm - 9pm: My Generation Show LIVE 4pm - 7pm: Afternoon Drive with with Stuart Moors Roxanna Williams LIVE 8am - 1pm: Sunday Show Chart Shows Streaming Live On: LIVE 3:30pm - 6pm: Mike Brown 102.7MHz, 90.5MHz, 105.1MHz, 105.3MHz Faith Matters 7pm: Faith Matters Local News Everday At: Happy Hour 7am, 10am, 12 Noon, 5pm, 7pm, 10pm and 3am 1pm: Happy Hour with Isha Harris and Giselle Richards 20 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

Expressions of Interest for Technical Services

Enterprise St Helena invites expressions of interest from experienced and suitably qualified persons who would be willing to enter into a mul-acvity ‘Call Off’ contract to offer technical services in the following fields:

x Technical Design x Procurement of Contractors x Project Management x Surveying

Interested parƟes should note that this requirement is only being adverƟsed on St Helena.

For a copy of the Terms Of Reference or if you require further informaon please contact Merrill Joshua, Projects Manager, [email protected] . EOIs should be emailed to the above address or delivered by sealed envelope marked “Technical services” to Enterprise St Helena oﬃce by no later than 12 Noon GMT Tuesday, 20th June 2017 providing full details of the services your business can provide, and rates charged.

Home Slaughtering New regulations enforced from October — Only four months left to prepare!

All farmers intending to undertake home slaughtering are reminded that there are only four months leŌ to upgrade home slaughtering faciliƟes in order to meet the new Food Safety Ordinance.

Don’t delay! Contact Georgina Young from Environmental Health today on 22500 or email her on [email protected] to arrange a site visit and to check what your facility needs to meet the new standards.

Financial support may be available from Enterprise St Helena to assist with the upgrading of your facility.

For further informaƟon and assistance please do not hesitate to contact Delia Du Preez on 22920 or email her on [email protected]

Andrew Turner, SAMS

Sources informed The Sentinel that an SHG employee was arrested Wednesday, May 31. The SHG Press Ofﬁ ce was contacted on the matter, and provided the following statement: “An investigation is ongoing and no further information can be released at this time.” However, additional sources later said the arrested employee was a doctor working at the General Hospital. The wife and child of this doctor were seen being escorted by staff from the Domestic Abuse Shelter to the RMS Tues- day morning. It is unknown if the doctor in question is still on-island. A hospital employee said the doctor was not available, either now or in the near future, and that it was unknown when he/she would return to the hospital. A patient of the Hospital, who sees Dr Dia’a Al-Dein Ayoub Sharif, has said that all appointments for Dr Sharif have been referred to another doctor. Still No Freedom of Information for St Helena

Attorney General Angelo Berbotto speaks at May’s for- FOI bill still hasn’t mal Legislative Council meeting. Photo by Cyril Gunnell. been passed Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS The outgoing council would have preferred Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation ap- proved before it dissolved on 20 May 2017. FOI was prominent in the 2013 general elec- tions, but its future is left for the new council to decide. Confl icting messages were broadcast to the public from the formal Legislative Council meeting in May. The Chairman of Social and Community Development Committee, Coun- cillor Brian Isaac, implied that staffi ng levels in the Attorney General’s Chambers had had a direct infl uence on the FOI not going to Leg- appointed a sub-committee to lead the work. had become apparent that the draft legislation Co. This motivated Attorney General Angelo One of the chamber’s lawyers worked with was perhaps more complex than what is need- Berbotto to intervene – because, according to that sub-committee, which was chaired by ed for St Helena. There were also questions him, that was not the only reason. Councillor Mike Olsson until he resigned in about when the FOI should come into force Any work on any piece of legislation needs March 2017. as organisations would need to have suffi cient to fi rst obtain the mandate of a legislative Berbotto said that when Olsson resigned, time to prepare for the law. committee. For the purpose of the FOI leg- there was nobody to chair the sub-committee, In the end, the FOI bill could not progress islation, the Social and Community Develop- and work stopped. Eventually, it resumed with before LegCo was dissolved. ment Committee gave the mandate and also Councillor Isaac chairing. But by that time, it 22 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL CHURCH NOTICES DIOCESE OF SAINT HELENA

The Cathedral Parish of St Paul Sunday 11 June Trinity Sunday 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral 9.30 a.m. Eucharist St Martin 11.15 a.m. Eucharist St Helena 5.30 p.m. Choral Evensong Cathedral

Thursday 15 June Corpus Christi 7.00 p.m. Eucharist Cathedral

Sunday 18 June 11th Sunday of the Year 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist Cathedral 3.30 p.m. Eucharist St Peter

The Parish of St James Sunday 11 June Trinity Sunday 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St John 7.00 p.m. Evening Prayer St James

Wednesday 14 June 7.30 a.m. Eucharist St James

Thursday 15 June Corpus Christi 7.00p.m. Eucharist St John

Sunday 18 June 11th Sunday of the Year 11.15 a.m. Sung Eucharist St James

Parish of St Matthew Sunday 11 June Trinity Sunday 11.15 a.m. Sung Eucharist St Mark

Thursday 15 June Corpus Christi 7.00 p.m. Eucharist St Mark

Sunday 18 June 11th Sunday of the Year 11.15 a.m. Sung Eucharist St Mark

BAHA’I FAITH www.sthelenabahai.org

“Know, verily, that the soul is a sign of God, a heavenly gem whose reality the most learned of men hath failed to grasp, and whose mys- tery no mind, however acute, can ever hope to unravel. It is the fi rst among all created things to declare the excellence of its Cre- ator, the fi rst to recognize His glory, to cleave to His truth, and to bow down in adoration before Him. If it be faithful to God, it will refl ect His light, and will eventually return unto Him. …..”

Baha’i Scripture

DEVOTIONAL MEETING BAHA’I CENTRE Gumwoods 8pm

THURSDAY EVENINGS

ALL ARE WELCOME Telephone 24342 THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 23 ST HELENA SNIPPETS Community Development Organisation, and Director Isha Harris talks with A Shop You members of the National Trust and the community. Photo by Andrew Turner. Can Trust National Trust launches souvenir shop Andrew Turner, SAMS

The National Trust launched its new shop Saturday morning. The shop is located in the basement of the National Trust building in Jamestown and fea- tures a variety of island souvenirs including framed photographs, key-rings and candles. Souvenirs like coasters and candles are sold at the National Trust Director Jeremy Harris made a new shop. Photo by Andrew Turner. speech before the ribbon was cut. “We have recently transformed the basement of Broadway House into a dedicated shop Community Development Organisation, and space for the National Trust,” Harris said. so the ribbon was cut by CDO Director (and “We’re hoping it can be used to promote lo- Harris’ wife) Isha Harris. cal art and local craft, but also have a focus on “We were funded in doing this by the CDO local culture, which is one of the things at the which is why – perhaps a little awkwardly – Trust we are here to look out for and promote.” my wife Isha will be opening the shop for us Refurbishment works were funded by the as director of the CDO,” Harris said. Bulk Fuel Instal- lation: Impact at the pump ‘Too early to tell’ if new BFI will make fuel cheaper Ferdie Gunnell, SAMS

The public envisaged that an expanded Bulk Fuel Farm, with fewer tankers calling, would mean cheaper prices at the pumps. Financial Secretary Dax Richards said (in the formal LegCo in May) that commissioning The fuel station in Half Tree Hollow. Photo by Cyril Gunnell. of the new Bulk Fuel Installation (BFI) – and formal handover to the fuel management con- distribution of aviation fuel, but equally they BFI did not keep pace. In comparison, the new tractor Penspen – is scheduled for completion apply to ground fuels stored. BFI will be a modern facility, compliant with by June 2018. But he also said “it is too early Operating to JIG standards will mean im- relevant industry standards. to comment on fuel prices.” proved quality-assurance measures, ensuring Richards said that there is suffi cient stor- According to the Financial Secretary, the minimal risk of the fuel quality deteriorating. age capacity at the new BFI to meet forecast new BFI initially will operate alongside the This is vital when dealing with aviation fuel. demand for six months. Its signifi cantly in- existing one to run down its stocks of fuel up There will also be improved health and safety creased capacity offers security of supply for to the point where it can be decommissioned. and environmental management systems in both ground and aviation fuels. The primary benefi t of the new BFI will be a place. Work is underway to explore procurement facility that is compliant with Joint Inspection Commissioned in 1987, the existing BFI is options once the new BFI becomes opera- Group (JIG) standards. These international near the end of its working life. The fuel indus- tional. standards apply in particular to the storage and try has evolved over the past 30 years, but the 24 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

VACANCIES IN THE EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORATE

The Education & Employment Directorate is looking to recruit to the following posts: Teacher Trainees The successful candidates will be responsible to the Assistant Director Schools and will undertake a three year period of Initial Teacher Training. During this period the successful candidate will work as part of a team with other members of the teaching profession learning strategies and skills in how to become an effective teacher. Applicants must be in possession of fi ve GCSE’s graded at C or above, two of which must be in English and Mathematics and must have achieved a pass at A Level. The ideal candidates must be highly self-motivated, an effective team player and have a passion for teaching. The salary band for Teacher Trainees on the Directorate’s Scheme of Service ranges from £7,562 to £10,550 per annum. Opportunities are available for career progression. For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Mrs. Wendy Benjamin, Assistant Director of Schools as soon as possible on telephone number 22607 or e-mail [email protected] School Secretary – St Pauls Primary School The successful person will be responsible to the Headteacher of St Pauls Primary School for providing clerical support to teaching staff and assistance in running the school offi ce. Applicants must have GCSE in Math’s and English at grade C or above or equivalent and be profi cient in Microsoft applications. The candidate must be self-motivated, highly organised and have good interpersonal skills. Salary for the post is at Grade A.5, commencing £5,771 per annum. For further details and a full job description for this post, interested persons should contact Mrs Patricia Williams, Headteacher, St Pauls Primary School on telephone number 24737 ([email protected]) Job descriptions for the above posts can be obtained from the Ag Executive Offi cer Admin at the Education Directorate, on e-mail [email protected] Application forms are available from the Education & Employment Directorate and Corporate Human Resources and should be completed and submitted, through Directors where applicable, to the Acting Human Resources Offi cer at the Education Learning Centre or e-mail [email protected] by no later than 4pm on Wednesday, 14 June 2017. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specifi cation. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profi le will be guaranteed an interview. Mrs. Shirley Wahler, Director of Education & Employment 6 June 2017

ELDERLY ABUSE AND PREVENTION United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon, made an address to promote Elder Abuse Awareness Day, stating the following: ‘On this Day, I call upon Member States and civil society to strengthen their resolve and redouble their efforts to eliminate all forms of violence and abuse against older people.’ World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a day where we promote older persons to have a voice and be an active role in society where all feel comfortable to make choices and report if they feel they are being abused. We often think of abuse as only affecting young women or children but an often forgotten abuse is towards the elderly. As people age, those with poor physical and mental health present the highest risk for elder abuse. It is evident that the elderly who live with family or support that have mental disorders, alcohol and/or substance abuse, often have increased risk of abuse. Elder abuse does exist on the Island and it is something that we want to make all aware of as the population of older persons on St Helena also increases. With the current population of those over 65 at 890 out of 4329 (around 22% of the population) according to the 2016 Census, we are seeing an increas- ing number of older persons beginning to rely on others for support or residential services to provide their daily activities. With increased dependence on others there is also an increased risk of abuse. Home support from family, and friends in the community, is gratefully appreciated and it has to be acknowledged the heavy physical and ﬁ nancial weight this can play on families and relatives. There are resources available to help those who feel they do need a break from caring for a loved one even for just a short few days - contact the Older Persons Team on tel: 23349. We hope that on this week of awareness, all will look to visit an older person, whether it be a relative, friend or neighbour, to appreciate what importance the elderly play in our lives. Elder abuse isn’t something new and as the Older Persons Service, we want to bring awareness of these issues affecting the older population. We want all people on the Island, old and young, men and women, to seek help when they feel they are being treated in a way that does not respect who they are. #StHelena #StopElderAbuse #WEAAD #RespectedAlways https://www.facebook.com/StHelenaGovt/ https://twitter.com/StHelenaGovt Older Persons Services SHG 6 June 2017 THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 25 NOTICE BOARD

APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Application has been received in respect of the following proposal:

1. Application 2017/59: Proposed Construction of a Takeaway Nr the Salvation Army Hall, Half Tree Hollow on Land Parcel No. 1320 in the Half Tree Hollow Registration Section. Applicant: Alan Joshua.

Copies of the Application and Plans may be inspected at the Planning and Building Section, Essex House, Main Street, Jamestown, Monday to Friday, from 8.30 am to 4 pm.

Any person who wishes to make representations on the above Application should make them in writing within 14 days, to the Planning Office, Essex House, Main Street, Jamestown or email [email protected]

Public Review Commencement Date : 8 June 2017 Public Review Closing Date : 23 June 2017

Riana De Wet Chief Planning Officer

UN INTERNATIONAL ELDERLY ABUSE AWARENESS DAY The St Helena Safeguarding Directorate will launch World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) events for one week from Monday 12 June to Friday 16 June 2017. The United Nations (UN) describes elder abuse as a global social issue which affects the health and human rights of millions of older people around the world, and an issue which deserves the attention of the international community. The UN General Assembly, in its resolution 66/127, designated 15 June as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The colour purple is a symbol of hope representing a society that promotes treating all the elderly with dignity and respect. The catchphrase driving our objectives on St Helena for the week simply stated is ‘RESPECTED ALWAYS’. The aim of our campaign is to raise awareness of elder abuse but more importantly to focus on protecting the rights of all older persons. Events for the week 12 - 16 June School Assemblies - 9am St Paul’s Primary School - Tuesday, 6 June Pilling Primary School - Wednesday, 7 June Harford Primary School - Friday, 9 June Prince Andrew School - Wednesday, 14 June Older Persons Tea Parties - 11am Sandy Bay Community Centre - Monday, 12 June Harford Community Centre - Tuesday, 13 June Half Tree Hollow Community Centre - Wednesday, 14 June Jamestown Community Centre - Friday, 16 June World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (Main Event) - 3pm-6pm Community Care Centre (CCC) - Thursday, 15 June WEAAD ribbons will be available in SHG departments and shops. We are humbly asking the public to wear purple clothing or the purple WEAAD ribbon on Thursday, 15 June. Donations will be in aid of programmes for the elderly on the Island, organised through the Age Task Force group. Join together with us to celebrate our elderly and show your support for the right of all older people to live with dignity and respect. Building Strong Support for Elders #StHelena #WEAAD #StopElderAbuse #RespectedAlways https://www.facebook.com/StHelenaGovt/ https://twitter.com/StHelenaGovt Safe Haven SHG 6 June 2017 26 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

VACANCY FOR HEAD OF OPERATIONS An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Trust’s dedicated and skilled team in a leadership role. As our new Head of Operations, you will play a central role in guiding the Trust’s progress with a particular focus on built heritage as well as highlighting the unique culture of our beautiful island. This job will present the successful candidate with a varied work day and new and exciting challenges every week. Work will be divided between the office and accompanying our teams out in the field. You will need to be organized, motivated, and have a deep love for all things St Helena. The Trust is an independent non-governmental organisation driven by a passion for St Helena and our built, cultural, and natural heritage. We have a strong emphasis on team-work and collaboration and believe that our staff are the greatest asset that we have. As such, the successful candidate will be encouraged to develop new skills and build knowledge so as to become a strong leader both within the Trust and across the island. If you feel you could contribute to the Trust and would like to join a team passionate about seeing good things happen on St Helena then we want to hear from you. The starting salary for the post is £12, 138 per annum and the initial term will be 2 years.

A full job description can be obtained from Jeremy Harris at the St Helena National Trust office at Broadway House, Jamestown. Please feel free to call in to the main office, or contact Jeremy on 22197. Alternatively email [email protected]. Applications should be in the form of a CV and Cover letter. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Monday 19th JUNE @ 16:00

CUSTOMER REMINDER

When making payment to a Bank of St Helena Account (by cash pay in or Account Transfer), please ensure you have the Account Number for the bank account of the person or organisation to whom you are making payment.

We thank you for your support and cooperation.

H e a d O f f i c e : M a r k e t S t r e e t · J a m e s t o w n · S t H e l e n a I s l a n d · S T H L 1 Z Z T. +290 22390 · F. +290 22553 · email. [email protected] · web www.sainthelenabank.com Established and regulated under the Financial Services Ordinance, 2008, the Company Ordinance, 2004 and the Company Regulations 2004 THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 27 SCHOOL PAGE On Friday 19th May, we had a theme day to celebrate St Helena Day. Early Years classes went for a walk along Longwood Hangings through to the Golf Course. We explored the environment and observed the different types of trees; we also found some mini-beasts along the way. We the made our way back to Longwood Green where children enjoyed a picnic/party to celebrate a pupil’s birthday which was on 21st May. This was a very successful outing and all children enjoyed the day.

One group of Yr 5/6 pupils, vis- ited the Recycling Centre at the Horse Point Landﬁ ll site. Pupils were fascinated to see what is being done to recycle goods that people on the island throw out. Goods that can be recycled, such as: clothes, furniture, white goods and hazardous goods are all placed in separate containers where people may go and reuse if necessary. They thought that the recycling bins for bottles, aluminium cans, wood and

steel, constructed from old tyres was a brilliant idea. They were able to see how hazardous goods are contained at the site and how normal household rubbish is contained in large pits covered with netting to stop birds, which could be a danger to aircraft using the airport. St Helena & Proud

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Latest News, Notices, Adverts and Conversation from St Helena, 24/7, streaming from: www.sams.sh 28 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD The Property Division of the Environmental & Natural Resources Directorate has four Residential Development Site’s for sale. LAND FOR SALE

These sites are within the Levelwood, Longwood and Burnt Rock areas:

Levelwood Site: Registered within the Land Registry as SH0470, measuring 0.222 acres and is situated near to the area known as Spring Bok, access to the site can be spurred of from the existing road and services can be easily connected as they are within the vicinity, there is no communal drainage so drainage on site will be advisable and in line with the respective authorities.

Two Longwood Site’s: Registered within the Land Registry as LWS0280 measuring 0.136 acres and LWS0567 measuring 0.126 acres, and is situated near the Golf Course and Longwood Hanging’s, access to the site spurred of from the existing and services can be easily connected as they are within the vicinity and in line with the respective authorities.

Burnt Rock: Is situated on the way to Horse Pasture, Blue Hill, access to the site can be spurred of from the existing road and services can be easily connected as they are within the vicinity, there is no communal drainage so drainage on site will be advisable and in line with the respective authorities.

Closing date for bids are 12 noon, Friday 16th June 2017

If you are interested in the above then please pop in to discuss these sites, or email Gina Henry, Crown Estates Officer on address: [email protected], telephone on number: 22270, or collect the sales particulars from Essex House, Jamestown.

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Live Long Health PromoƟon on Live Well St Helena

Health MaƩers Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes Diabetes is a common problem on St Helena. Some of the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes - such as age, ethnic background, or family history - can’t be changed, but others can. The good news is that we can all make small changes to help ourselves to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The Diabetes UK site has lots of useful informaƟon about diabetes and the link is provided below: hƩps://www.diabetes.org.uk/

Move More Eat BeƩer Geƫng acƟve and staying acƟve will reduce your EaƟng well and keeping to a healthy weight can risk of geƫng Type 2 diabetes, and you’ll feel great reduce your risk of geƫng Type 2 diabetes. Pick up a too. Pick up a ‘Get AcƟve, Stay AcƟve’ book, from copy of the ‘EaƟng Well’ book , from any of the any of the OutpaƟent Clinics or the Health Outpa Ɵent Clinics or the Health PromoƟon PromoƟon Department. Department.

Roast Fish Serves 2 Ingredients Method 5 small potatoes (about 400g), scrubbed and cut into wedges Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Tip the 1 onion, halved and sliced potatoes, onion, garlic, oregano and olive oil into 2 garlic cloves a roasƟng Ɵn, season, then mix together with 1/2 tsp dried oregano or 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh your hands to coat everything in the oil. Roast oregano for 15 minutes, turn everything over and bake Spray oil for 15 minutes more. 1/2 lemon cut into wedges 2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges 200g wahoo fillet Add the lemon and tomatoes, and roast for 10 minutes, then top with the fish fillets and cook for 10 minutes more. Serve.

For further informaƟon, contact Health PromoƟon on Tel: 22500 or email Marian Yon - Health PromoƟon Coordinator via: [email protected] 30 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL NOTICE BOARD

Procurement Administrator Sure SA Ltd is looking to recruit a Procurement Administrator. This role requires the candidate to be dynamic, self movated and proacve in the procurement of telecoms related products for the Sure Business Unit. Essenal: GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent; ability to work in a small team and busy environment; excellent verbal and wrien communicaon skills; competent in Microso Oﬃce; capable of safely moving and transporng cargo and equipment and possess a valid ‘A’ driving licence. Desirable: experience working with computerised ﬁnance and stock control systems.

Starng salary is £9,000 pa Sure offers staff benefits some of which include an incenve scheme, rerement benefits plan and opportunies for connued professional development

Due to the nature of this posion, the post holder must hold a sasfactory basic disclosure issued by the St Helena Police.

Interested Persons can contact Pamela Constanne, Finance Manager on T: +290 22219 or E: [email protected]. Applicaon forms may be obtained from Bishops Rooms or contact Shara Robinson HR & Administraon Manager on T: +290 22800 or E: [email protected]. Applicaons to be submied to Shara Robinson, HR & Administraon Manager by close of business on 20 June 2017

INVITATION TO TENDER A MUST FOR YOUR DIARY The Saint Helena Government invites tenders for a Ford Es- cort Hatchback Car Mark 4, 1.3 Petrol, formerly registered as number 3110. Celebrate the Queen’s Ofﬁ cial Birthday on Mon- day 19 June at Kingshurst Community Centre, at The car will be sold by public tender on an “as is where is” a Family Fun Day, starting at 12 noon, hosted by basis. St Paul’s Parish Council. Potential bidders can view the car at the Garage Complex, Donkey Plain on Saturday 17 June 2017 between 11 am and 2.30 pm. There will be a variety of hot foods and stalls (where you can grab yourself a bargain), teas, Photos of the exterior of the car can be viewed at the Post and Customer Services Center during normal opening hours. Tuck shop, Rafﬂ es, Bike Race and activities for the kiddies, Car Boot and Table Top Stalls, (book Tenders must be submitted in a plain sealed envelope marked at telephone Nos 24333, 24717 or 24658) – and “Tender Ford Escort” and placed in the Tender Box at the Re- there will be more ... There will be interludes of ception in the Castle, Jamestown by no later than 12 noon on Thursday, 22 June 2017. musical entertainment throughout, rounding the event off by ‘swinging it away’ to your favourite tunes.

Corporate Finance Entrance is free but you can drop a coin into one 6 June 2017 of our donation boxes if you so wish. See You There!! THE SENTINEL | Thursday 08 June 2017 www.sams.sh 31 HAPPY HOUR! Amira’s Day in Cups of Coffee Contribution by Isha Harris from the Community Development Organisation for The Happy Hour Amira Abdel-Aziz is the Assistant Public Solicitor (Civil and Fam- ily). Amira arrived on-island seven months ago, in October 2016, on a two year contract. I asked her about her day in coffee and tea breaks. Do you have lunch? I will always Rise & Shine – what’s happening? have something for lunch - I learnt I set my alarm for 7:10am but then that from my dad, he is a chef. I also I ‘snooze’ it several times. I fi nally never eat at my desk, no matter how get up at 7:30 and I am normally in busy I am. Getting away from my a rush. I am not a morning person, computer gives my eyes a little rest so I will have breakfast in the offi ce too. during my mid-morning break. Are you a sociable coffee and tea First cup of coffee. Aldhelm and drinker? Yes. I think it’s an Eng- I will have coffee fi rst thing in the lish thing. If I intend to make my- morning, that’s how we start most self a cup of tea I will ask others in of our days. It’s fi lter coffee with the room if they want one too. It’s a milk but no sugar because I have very sociable thing. I tend to drink biscuits. I try to strike a balance! coffee in the morning then move over to tea in the afternoon. I’ve First cup drunk, is it straight to recently branched out to Earl Grey. work? Yes, I tend to check my e- mails then consult my ‘to do’ list – I If you want to get to the Pub- am big on lists! I will also usually lic Solicitor Offi ce or are look- have several client appointments throughout the day and occasion- ing for advice, they are located ally attend court hearings. above the Fire Station near Ladder Hill – or call 23008. I Who would you share your coffee break with if you had a choice? recommend their coffee. If I could have coffee with anyone on the island it would be Eric Ben- jamin. I understand he has been in the political arena for over 50 years – so I think he would have a few stories to tell. I also believe he is presently the longest standing lay advocate which is an achievement in itself. Do you have a favourite mug? I have a favourite mug at home – I’m not attached to any in the offi ce. It has a nice smiley face with eyes that pop out. It was probably from a pound shop but you get a good mugful from it. 32 www.sams.sh Thursday 08 June 2017 | THE SENTINEL SPORTSARENA Golf Report weekending 4 June 2017

Image by kallerna (Own work) - unmodefi ed [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) or GFDL (http://www.gnu. org/copyleft/fdl.html)], via Wikimedia Commons SHFA Results week 2 After last Saturday’s second round of the 2017 Saturday 3rd June Open Championship the twelve qualifi ers were Scott Harts 4 v Chop Shop Boys 1 G/S Harts: Chris Owen (p) & Jason George 3 Crowie 144, Larry Thomas 149, Lawson Henry 152, G/S CSB: Clayton Yon 1 Kevin Nott 154, Jeff Stevens and Larry Legg 157, MOM: Jason George Tony Green 162, Martin Buckley 163, Mike Harper Wolves 1 v Bellboys 0 and Arthur Francis 164, Brian Joshua 165 and Dax G/S Wolves: Cody Thomas 1 Richards 167. With all previous scores discarded, the MOM: Callum Ellick (Bellboys) third round started on Sunday made up of the Open Sunday 4th June Championship, the Ladies Championship and the rest Axis 2 v Crusaders 1 based on handicaps into ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’ Flights. In G/S Axis: Daniel Yon & Rico Williams the main Championship Scott Crowie now leads the G/S Crusaders: Julian Fuller way on 73, Larry Thomas 74 and Martin Buckley 77. MOM: Daniel Yon & YMOM: Rhys Francis In the Ladies Championship in the lead is Anita Rob- Saints 0 v Wirebirds 0 bertse with a net 76, Joan Thomas net 78 and Eileen MOM: Dennis Stroud (Saints) Wallace net 80. In ‘A’ Flight there are three leading Rovers 8 v Fugees 0 scores with Gavin Crowie, Gerald George and Keith G/S Rovers: Clayton Benjamin 1; Tyler Benjamin 1, Ronan Legg 2, Brian sim Joshua all scoring a net 71. Deon Robbertse is the 1, Rico Benjamin 1 & Brett Isaac 2 leader in Flight ‘B’ with a net 68 followed by Peter MOM: Ronan Legg Johnson net 72 and Donald Bowers net 74. Out in Fixtures: front in Flight ‘C’ is Cecil Thomas net 72, Ray Yon net 73 and Stuart Moors net 74. The fourth and fi nal Sat: 10.6.17 round will be played this coming Saturday 10 June fol- 1.30pm Bellboys V Wirebirds Asst Refs: Saints & Rovers 3.30pm Saints V Rovers Asst Refs: Bellboys & lowed by the Presentation by Governor Lisa Phillips at Wirebirds around 5 o’clock. The draw for Saturday is posted at the Club but as a general guide the Ladies will tee off Sun: 11.6.17 11.30am Fugees V Chop Shop Boys Asst Refs: Crusaders & Wolves at 10 o’clock, Flight ‘C’ around 1020, Flight ‘B’ 1040, 1.30pm Crusaders V Wolves Asst Refs: Harts & Flight ‘A’ 1100 and the Qualifi ers about 1120. So far Axis the weather has been kind! 3.30pm Harts V Axis Asst Refs: Contributed by Tony Green Fugees & CSB