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A Look Inside Report on Two Flights a Sports Stevens’ Family HM Prison Week for ‘Peak Coverage is Butchery Released Period’ Back ... pages 9-10 ... page 3 ... page 4 ... pages 32-36 2 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 3 OPINION YOUR LETTERS ST HELENA NEWS Edith and Nigel Dollery and Moma to the cancellation of the Basil Read Dottie will not be sending local Contract on St.Helena: SENTINEL Christmas cards this year, 2018, but 1. How many individuals, previously Report on HM Prison, will make a donation to a local caring employed by Basil Read, are now organisation. They wish everyone directly employed by the St Helena they know on the island a merry Government, on either a temporary COMMENT or full time basis, as a direct result Donna Crowie, SAMS Christmas and a happy New Year. Jamestown, Released of the cancellation of the Basil Read Contract by the St.Helena Emma Weaver, SAMS Oh my word, it’s December 6th Thank You Government? use in the 1850s. Over 150 years and equal opportunities are not already. And it’s a special day in our 2. How many Contractors, household today, as it’s my baby The family of the late Jenneth “[...] it remains my view that the later, the nearly 200-year-old prison provided); inadequate toilet facilities Williams, affectionately known to previously under sub-contract girl’s birthday (well not so much a to Basil Read, are now directly or existing prison is insecure, unsafe, remains in use. The prison does and meeting points; and conflicting baby anymore). So happy 4th birthday us as Jenny who passed away on the and breaches human rights legislation not conform to modern standards, duties of Police Officers and Prison Hayley Mae xxx. indirectly contracted to the St.Helena 3rd November would like to express Government? (recently enshrined into the Island’s and the cells have been a continual Guards. December, December – with just 19 their sincere thanks and gratitude Constitution) and is consequently problem.” There was however one main days away from Christmas Day. I bet 3. Can DFID please provide the to the staff of the Princess Royal actual total costs incurred to date, not fit for purpose. I believe that The report then outlines why congratulatory finding within the people are start to mark off their St Community Care Centre for their care Saint Helena Government is highly Helena check lists now: and the estimated costs to be the Human Rights Commission report: Christmas cards sent to family and and attention to her in her last years. incurred in the future, by DFID and vulnerable to legal challenge by any launched the inquiry into the prison: “The Commission found that friends abroad; decorations up; lights Thanks are also extended to Fr Clive the St Helena Government which are of the prison’s occupants or their The reasoning was the three OTPA the staff, staff-prisoner relations, up; windows cleaned; new curtains and Fr Jack for the funeral service, wholly attributed to the cancellation representatives, and that the cost reports, and the 50+ accounts from medical service and basic education bought and ready to put up; freezers Mrs Joy George the Organist, Lt. of the Basil Read Airport Contract by of a successful challenge would be prisoners and their families, which all met or exceeded the standards stocked up; etc. Coral Yon for reading the Lesson and the St.Helena Government? significant.” all detailed why the interior of the defined by United Nations Standard And I must say it’s beginning to look Eulogy, Roy and his Team, Davina The UK Government in response This excerpt is from a 2010 report on prison building raises human rights Minimum Rules for Prisons and the at lot like Christmas on the island too. and Colin for the beautiful wreaths, stated that I should write to the Her Majesty’s Prison in Jamestown. issues. human rights instruments extended It was great this week to see the first Solomon and Company for their St Helena Government to obtain a This and two other reports (written “The physical condition of the to St Helena. The Commission has of the two flights per week that are support and also to Saint FM and formal response to the questions in 2009 and 2015), all by the Overseas cells for adult male prisoners is nothing but respect and regard planned for St Helena on the Saturdays SAMS Radio for the announcements. I raised (which of course I did) Territories Prison Advisor (OTPA), unacceptable,” reads the 2009 OTPA for how the people involved have and Tuesdays of the festive season. but since the 7th November I have Families will be reunited with their Thank you to everyone who received little attention/action over report. “There are 3 cells, each one created such success in very difficult generously gave flowers and sent nothing – not even the courtesy of an the years. able to hold up to 4 prisoners, but the surroundings.” loved ones who have been off-island, acknowledgement from the St.Helena and for those people out there who messages of condolences either by But in March, those three reports – cells have no sanitation facilities and card or telephone and attended her Government that my request for as well as over 50 personal accounts don’t want to spend Christmas on the information had been received. no windows. Fresh air and natural Recommendations island, I am not sure how many spaces funeral. from prisoners and their families light is negligible and I do not The 38 recommendations are listed are left for the 50% discount but that I can only assume from the May she Rest in Peace until we meet deafening silence, that the St.Helena during the 2017/18 financial year – consider that the accommodation next within the report. could be a nice little getaway. again. spurred the St Helena Human Rights would withstand a challenge under Eighteen of the recommendations The MV Helena on Wednesday arrived Government and their Senior Management Team has something to Commission to launch an inquiry into Article 3 of the Human Rights Act (which include the transfer of back for her final voyage before human rights abuses at HM Prison. Christmas. On this call she will be off hide, are simply too embarrassed to 1998. (Article 7 of our Constitution). Emergency Overnight Contact to Ascension Island and will return Dear Editor, respond, or potentially worst of all, And on Monday, after the eight- I believe that the cells need quickly from prison staff to the police, and to St Helena again on the 18th of On 7th November I wrote to the cannot answer the questions because month inquiry, the Commission to be taken out of use or significant increased fire drills) are listed as ‘high December – ooh, which is on a Tuesday UK Government asking them, under they do not know the answers ! released the final document – a 122- changes made to them to make them priority’ and are to be completed just like the extra flight. Now I wonder the Freedom of Information Act, to Whatever the reasons, their silence page report on “the Conditions of habitable.” by June 1, 2019. Twelve of these what will happen there, will there be respond to three simple questions. only adds more certainty to the Detention at Her Majesty’s Prison, After reading and hearing high-priority recommendations are any hold ups with both a flight and the The questions were these: charges of incompetence within DFID Jamestown.” such reports, the Human Rights assigned to the Police Directorate; MV Helena coming in on the same day? Re: St Helena Airport and the St.Helena Government on The report details 47 main findings Commission had a “statutory four are assigned to the Prison We will just have to wait and see. Can the UK Government please this matter. and 38 recommendations. obligation” to launch an inquiry into Manager; one is assigned to the This is my last comment for the year, confirm the following which relates Richard Lewis In general, it says that although the prison. Prison Project Board; and one is so I would like to take this opportunity to wish each and everyone one of you a relevant parties had all seen the assigned to the Health Directorate. very merry Christmas and a happy and Prison Advisor reports and had Findings Seven of the recommendations are healthy New Year. been given expert advice on how to The majority of the 47 main findings listed as ‘medium priority’ to be improve the prison, little has been of the report relate to fire safety: completed by Dec. 1, 2019. And for anyone wanting to done over the years; and the inquiry “St Helena Government and its Five of the recommendations are to found that: Senior Officials have demonstrably be complete within two years; and send good wishes to family “Many aspects of the prison known since 2009 that the prison eight recommendations have been and friends on the island via building fail to meet the standards is a serious risk to life due to the given for the new prison that may The Sentinel - don’t forget set by the United Nations Standard realistic danger of fire,” reads the soon be built to replace HM Prison. to submit your Christmas Minimum Rules for Prisons and the first finding. The recommendations also say that human rights instruments extended Other findings then detail why fire replacing the current prison “with a greetings to us by 4pm on to St Helena. In particular, SHG is is such a risk in the building, and why new, fit-for-purpose facility which Monday, Dec. 17. failing in its positive obligation to the Commission found SHG has been meets international human rights Email [email protected] protect the right to life[...]” “failing in its positive obligation standards and fire safety standards” or message us on Facebook to protect the right to life” by not is the only “satisfactory, sustainable (@samssentinel). Reasoning addressing the fire dangers. (The long-term solution to the issues The report begins with a brief report does say that prisoners have raised.” The report recommends SHG background of the HM Prison recently been given e-cigarettes to secure adequate funding without building – which is currently St replace regular cigarettes, in order to delay. South Atlantic Media Services, Ltd., Helena’s only prison. decrease fire risk). The Media Centre, Castle Gardens, “The prison was built around 1827,” Other findings included The full prison report, including Jamestown, St Helena, South Atlantic the report reads. “The building discriminatory handling of female further details of evidence, is Ocean, STHL 1ZZ. Tel: 22727 remains largely unaltered despite and child prisoners (there are not available from the St Helena Human E: [email protected], W: www.sams.sh being declared unsuitable for further adequate or separate facilities Rights Commission. 4 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 5 ST HELENA NEWS ST HELENA NEWS First Time for Two New Governor Announced Flights per Week Increasing the Government Emma Weaver, SAMS “international sustainable waste management expert” to succeed Lisa Honan in May The first scheduled ‘second flight Landlord Housing Stock per week’ landed at St Helena Airport Emma Weaver, SAMS Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS on Tuesday, Dec. 4. Mr Henry said the new two- A policy manual that brought This is the first time the island’s Dr Philip Edward Recently – several years after bedroom house is a pilot house and together all polices was adopted in year-old air access has expanded Rushbrook. Photo the last three Government Landlord will be built in the lower HTH area 2012 and revised in 2015, and contains from one flight per week, to two. provided by SHG. (GL) houses were constructed near Cardinal Drive. polices on a range of housing issues SHG and SA Airlink arranged the in Deadwood and Longwood – Some applicants (it is assumed that such as homelessness, housing additional weekly flights in order to expressions of interest were invited all applicants are on the register register and allocations, repairs facilitate the “peak period” of travel for building a further two-bedroom because they cannot afford to buy or and maintenance, rent setting and that occurs around the holidays. Government Landlord house in Half to rent on the open market) on the arrears recovery, tenancy and estate The two flights per week might also Tree Hollow (HTH). housing register have been waiting a management, sale of government serve as a test – to see whether two These houses assist with reducing considerable period for appropriate housing, etc. flights per week is necessary during the number of applicants on the SHG GL accommodation. Mr Henry said aspects of this manual the holidays; and to see whether housing register. GL Policy, in terms of allocations are constantly being reviewed by the further travellers are attracted The Environment & Natural and other social aspects, is the relevant committees. to St Helena by the possibility Resources Directorate (ENRD) responsibility of the Social & Former Financial Secretary Colin of the popular 10-day holidays has recently been instrumental in Community Development Committee Owen back in 2016 said that £450,000 (as suggested by notable travel protects the unique ecosystem, will moving forward the development of (SCDC) while the Environment was available for social housing. It is professionals like Lyn Hughes of r Philip Edward Rushbrook on both be high on my agenda with the new GL houses; none have been built & Natural Resources Committee understood that this resource is still Wanderlust magazine). D May 4, 2019 will succeed Governor island administration.” for several years, and the need for (ENRC) has oversight of the Crown available. The second weekly flight will occur Lisa Honan in the post of Governor Dr Rushbrook has a varied career new GL housing is great. Estate aspect of these properties. Although in 2018 fewer GL houses each Tuesday until April 23, 2019. of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan background that began mainly “[But] resources,” said ENRD Mr Henry said that a policy will be able to be built than in 2016, Two extra flights to Ascension da Cunha. in environmental management. Director Derek Henry, “are obviously framework for housing was the pilot house envisaged for near Island have also been scheduled Dr Rushbrook will become the 66th He has been called “an expert in the greatest constraint.” established in 2002. Cardinal Drive, HTH will be a start. during the holidays. One is scheduled Governor – and the first to have international sustainable waste for Dec. 11 (returning to Johannesburg arrived by air to take up the post. management,” and his early CV via St Helena on Dec. 12) and one is “I am honoured and excited to be includes advisor positions at the UN/ scheduled for Jan. 15 (returning to coming to St Helena, Ascension and World Health Organisation. Johannesburg via St Helena on Jan. Tristan da Cunha at this unique More recently, Dr Rushbrook Update on the Potential New Fish 16). period in the islands’ histories,” served as Deputy Head of Mission The full schedule can be accessed at Dr Rushbrook said in a Dec. 4 SHG and Director of Strategy for the http://sthelenatourism.com/flying- press release. “I recognise it is a FCO’s Government Reform and Species Discovered at St Helena st-helena/. time of lasting change as well as Economic Recovery Programme Emma Weaver, SAMS one of some uncertainty. I look on the Turks & Caicos Islands forward to working closely with the (2011-2013); as Programme The potential new species at governments and communities in Implementation Director of the St Helena. Photo St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cabinet Office’s Afghan Interpreters St Helena provided by Leigh Cunha to build a confident view of the UK Resettlement Programme (2013- Morris. Magistrates’ Court future for the islands’ inhabitants, 2014); as the MoD’s Chief Officer & to make the most of the economic Deputy Administrator for British SHG prospects available, and to safeguard Forces Cyprus (2014-2018); and their unique characters and natural served a secondment from the MoD Photo 1: Euclichthydae. Photo provided by Vlad 15th November 2018 beauty. as Director of Governance Support Laptikhovsky. “On St Helena, I intend to support for The Confederation of Service the government and the island to Charities. species. So (we need to) catch it! Until Ross James O’Dean (26) of make the most of the possibilities Dr Rushbrook will be accompanied offered by the airport, an emergent to St Helena by his wife, Janis. Dr Feedback from three you catch one the name used should Jamestown, pleaded guilty to a internationally recognised fish be: Ophidion sp., Family Ophidiidae, charge of Common Assault. He was business sector, and the much Rushbrook will visit Ascension anticipated arrival of the fibre-optic Island and Tristan da Cunha for the taxonomists has been received, common name Cusk-eel or Snake- given credit for pleading before a trial regarding the potential new fish Blenny.” – Professor Dr Peter Wirtz plea and was dealt with by way of a broadband cable. first time “as soon as is practicable “On Ascension I plan to assist the during 2019.” species that was covered in the Nov. “It looks like an Ophidion, but I fine in the sum of £120.00. He was 22 edition of The Sentinel. don’t know of a species with this also ordered to pay costs of £15.00. administration in clarifying the “It gives me great pleasure to island’s future direction, whilst welcome Dr Philip Rushbrook as Leigh Morris photographed the coloration.” – Jorgen Nielsen of the taking a particular interest in getting the new Governor of St Helena, fish while on a night dive (with Dive Natural History Museum of Denmark St Helena rather than with EMD “It looks like it might be something Rico Deejay Benjamin (24) of the runway and infrastructure Ascension and Tristan da Cunha,” improvements completed as swiftly Councillor Christine Scipio, on as originally reported) around the really new. I think it is a Gadoid fish, Jamestown, pleaded guilty to a wreck of the Bedgellett in St Helena’s not an eel, and it is either from the charge of Common Assault. He was as possible. behalf of Executive Council, said in “On Tristan da Cunha, maintaining the Dec. 4 release. “Myself and my waters. family Euclichthydae (photo 1 – the given credit for pleading before a trial Leigh quickly sent the photo off for only known species around New plea and was dealt with by way of a international market access post- fellow Elected Members look forward Brexit for its top-quality fishing, and to working together to create a international advice, and last week Zealand and Australia); or likely fine in the sum of £120.00. He was he received the following replies: Bregmacerotidae (photo 2).” – Dr Photo 2: Bregmacerotidae. Photo provided by Vlad also ordered to pay costs of £15.00. helping to deliver a Marine Protected community of harmony, prosperity, Laptikhovsky. Area that ensures livelihoods and and progress.” “We know it is most likely a new Vlad Laptikhovsky of CEFAS 6 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 7 ST HELENA NEWS INTERNATIONAL NEWS Legislative Programme 2018 to ‘Quiz with a Difference’ for the St be Published Helena Girl Guides Mic-kail Harris, SAMS Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS you can just buy your quiz paper, do and whether further prioritisation There was concern that if the The St Helena Girl Guiding it at your home, in your own time or Capacity constraints in various of the legislation identified as a top Legislative Programme were to Association and generous supporters in your own venue, and return the SHG directorates have been known priority should be considered (some be published, there needed to be in the community have been hosting papers to any of the Guide leaders.” to impact upon delivery. caucus had already taken place certainty that time frames could be fundraising events to support the The person with the greatest At the Nov. 27, 2018 open agenda between elected members). met. The Chief Secretary confirmed new Girl Guiding Programme. number of correct answers will win ExCo meeting it was capacity It was said that “a degree of there had been resource difficulty in The new Girl Guiding Programme, a Christmas food hamper (if there constraints within the Attorney flexibility will be required in the the AG’s Chambers, although to some revealed in July 2018, is made up of happens to be a draw, the names will General’s (AG’s) Chambers that event that unforeseen legislation extent, since the former AG’s (Angelo six themes and three core elements be put in a hat and the winner will be elected members agreed they need needs to be added to the programme Berbotto’s) tenure, capacity in the (Unit Meeting Activities, Skills drawn from there). to be mindful of, when prioritising and introduced as a priority, or in Chambers has been strengthened. Builder Badges and Interest Badges), Completed answer sheets should Draft Primary and Draft Secondary the event that legislation already and a variety of awards are up for by Friday, Dec. 14 be returned to Legislative programmes. planned needs to be given a higher * The last draft legislative grabs. Betty Joshua; Justine Joshua; Rosie According to the “Legislative priority for any particular reason.” programme was considered in For the Girl Guiding Association, Mittens; Natasha Stevens; Eileen Programme 2018” memorandum Members felt that the programmes October 2017. The Legislative the new programme means having hosted by the Jamestown Rangers. Hudson; the Little Saint Shop; or before ExCo on Nov. 27, no fewer should be published and that the Programme 2018 is a “prioritized to fund resources and support The second fundraising event is the new Commissioner of St Helena than 13 pieces of legislation (that had items on the programmes should be programme of legislation to be membership payments . So in order a Christmas quiz that is currently Girl Guiding Association, Heather each been given a priority rating of 1, prioritised by the appropriate council agreed by Executive Council in to meet these demands and continue ongoing. Cowdry, at the Dental Clinic. 2 or 3 and that each had to be dealt committees. order to give a steer to the Attorney with the new programme, the Girl “[It’s] a Christmas quiz with a The third fundraising event is a with by the AG’s Chambers) had been One member pointed out that work General’s Chambers as to which Guiding Association has to raise difference,” said Eileen Hudson, 12th Night Ball on Jan. 5 (the eve allocated a level 1 priority. on some legislation was perhaps legislation needs to be developed in enough funds. Deputy Commissioner of the Girl of 12th Night). This fundraiser is to Council was asked to advise already 80 percent complete and priority order, as well as for Council The first main fundraising event Guiding Association. “You won’t take place at Plantation House and whether the Draft Primary and Draft would it therefore be sensible for Committees to progress legislation was a film night at the Mule Yard need to be in teams or at a particular will include food, music and a bar. Secondary Legislative programmes those to be completed. This would be through their monthly Committee that took place Thursday Nov. 29, venue for this quiz. The cost is £1 and Tickets are £10. should be approved for publication; a question for council committees. meetings.” Rats and pigeons First baby born Public Guardian to Visit Ascension ‘replace iconic species’ after deceased Photo provided by SHG womb transplant Mic-kail Harris & Emma Weaver, SAMS Helen Briggs, BBC News Dec. 5, 2018 James Gallagher, BBC News Gavin will be travelling to Ascension with the Public However, the “narrow-ranged Dec. 5, 2018 Gavin ‘Jack’ Thomas on Dec. 8 Island to provide the islanders with Guardian,” The modification of land losers” include animals and plants will be depart on a four-day visit to the same level of support, guidance Gavin said. for farming and building cities which may have great cultural value, Ascension Island as part of his role and directions (for both LPAs and “And then I will is favouring the same species such as rhinos and tigers. A healthy baby girl has been as Public Guardian for St Helena and Deputies) as he does on St Helena. have to follow everywhere, according to a new Co-researcher, Prof Andy Purvis born using a womb transplanted Ascension islands. “That is, for anyone on Ascension the process for study. of the Natural History Museum, from a dead body. The role of a Public Guardian is to Island considering Lasting Power of cancelling that Animals like rats and pigeons are London, compared the changes in The 10-hour transplant protect vulnerable adults who do not Attorneys, to register them now or Deputyship taking over from less common ones, biodiversity to what is happening on operation - and later fertility have the mental capacity to make in the future; and to give them the or LPA; but it which can survive only in certain the British high street. treatment - took place in São decisions. direct support and advice,” Gavin cannot just be habitats, say scientists. “As small, independent retailers are Paolo, Brazil, in 2016. The mother, Primarily, this is done through two said. “Or for anyone wanting to cancelled on Researchers looked at 20,000 going out of business, large chains 32, was born without a womb. types of registration: Lasting Power understand more about Deputyship discretion by the individual.” animals and plants in 81 countries. dominate,” he said. There have been 39 womb of Attorney and Deputyship. and what that entails – just in case Gavin is expected to return to St They found that species occupying “It makes all towns look the same, transplants using a live donor, While individuals still have the they are nominated in the future or Helena on Dec. 12. a large area tend to increase in places and it’s less easy to tell where you are. including mothers donating their capacity to make decisions, they can they need to understand more in Gavin was appointed in June to the where humans use the land. Likewise, people are affecting nature womb to their daughter, resulting make provision for a time later in case a loved one, for example, needs role of Public Guardian, and is now However, fauna and flora that everywhere they go, and everywhere in 11 babies. life when they may lose that mental a Deputy appointed to check their continuing the work of the previous occupies a small area is lost. there are localised species which are But the 10 previous transplants capacity – the Lasting Power of assets.” Public Guardian, Paul McGinnity. “We show around the world that struggling to make a living.” from a dead donor have failed or Attorney (LPA) document does this And the role of Public Guardian is According to an SHG press release, when humans modify habitats, these The findings are important for resulted in miscarriage. by appointing someone else, the crucial not just in helping people Gavin’s role as Public Guardian also unique species are consistently lost conservation efforts. Plants and Dr Srdjan Saso, from Imperial “Donee,” to make decisions about make LPAs and in helping support includes keeping a register of LPAs; and are replaced by species that are animals that live only on small areas College London, said the results welfare, property, affairs etc. on their Donees and Deputies; but is also keeping a register of court orders found everywhere, such as pigeons of land are already at higher risk of were “extremely exciting”. behalf (this could include everything crucial for providing support to appointing Deputies; supervising in cities and rats in farmland,” said extinction than species which have “It enables use of a much wider from buying/selling property to anyone looking to cancel an LPA or the Deputies appointed by the court; Dr Tim Newbold, a research fellow at adapted to live all over the world. potential donor population, medical treatment consent). Deputyship. receiving security required by the University College London. Previous research has shown that applies lower costs and avoids live If an individual that never made an “If, for whatever reason, the Deputy court; receiving reports from Donees Rats, mice, sparrows and pigeons animals and plants occupying small donors’ surgical risks.” LPA loses mental capacity, then the or the LPA chooses not to continue and Deputies; reporting to the court; are examples of species with wide areas also provide distinct and Supreme Court appoints a Deputy to with their role – or, in the case of the investigating complaints against ranges that do well when natural important roles within the web of be in charge of the things that the LPA, [if the] donor chooses to cancel Donees and Deputies; and submitting habitats are replaced with farmland life, and may be vital for our food Donee would have been in charge of. the LPA, they will have to consult a yearly report to the Governor. and cities, he said. security. 8 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 9 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE LIFESTYLE & CULTURE Team St Helena About a Butchers on the Way to As part of our series about how local businesses are faring in the Cape Town current economic climate of our remote island, SAMS checks in Emma Weaver, SAMS with a fourth-generation butchers Emma Weaver & Jeremy Johns, SAMS An abbatoir; a butchery; farmland with 100 cattle, 100 pigs, sheep and goats; a retail outlet in Jamestown; a sales department; a packaging department; ordering/importing; business planning; accounts; meat production; and product delivery. Vanessa, David and Clint – the three Stevens siblings currently in charge Team St Helena member Josh Herne of Stevens’ Family Butchery – handle had been on yachts since he was a all these aspects of the business. baby. But although Josh had even “Myself and siblings are like Jacks circumnavigated the world on Carpe of all trades, as we put our hands into Diem, he had never participated in everything and anything within the a long-term race; and at age 13, he business,” Vanessa said. “We have the would be the youngest member of slaughtering, the butchery, the sales Team St Helena. Therefore, Josh part – and then, lo and behold, we’ve Over 50 people gathered at the insight as before Saturday, he had told SAMS on Saturday that he was got pig pens to clean. So we’ve got the wharf at noon on Saturday, Dec. 1 to not left the island in 13 years; and he excited but nervous. whole nine yards to take care of.” Vanessa (right), David (left) and Clint (not pictured) have just four full-time employees and a few part- wish the five-man Team St Helena has never before spent the night on But mainly, Josh said, he would Stevens’ Family Butchery has time staff at Stevens’ Family Butchery. good luck. a yacht. just be trying to keep his mind on “Funds are tight, [so] the pressure is on us all, as we are not staffed fully as we should be,” Vanessa been operating since the 1930s. said. “All of our staff is dedicated, committed and hard working, which we are very grateful for.” After months of training, the team “This will be my first time ever keeping up the team’s morale, which The family-owned, family-run on Saturday departed the island on overnighting on a yacht,” Andrew he said was critical to sailing, and on local business is now in the fourth month for the business,” Vanessa – can be significant. an 18-day yacht voyage to reach Cape told SAMS on Saturday morning. the technical side of the race. generation of Stevens. said. “As Saints, we want to eat pork And the current economic climate Town. “We haven’t finalised the shift “[We just need to] sail well, really; The business is the only large- and beef all the time – and come on St Helena means Stevens’ Family The team is heading to Cape Town arrangements yet, but it looks like and listen,” Josh said. “And all the scale, private butchers on St Helena. Christmas time, we just want to Butchery has to think long and hard for the start of the Cape to St Helena it’s going to be sort of two people on time, adjust to the wind – always As the butchers has no similar double up on it all.” about whether their customers can Yacht Race (formerly known as the two people off – probably four hour adjusting to the wind.” competition on the island1, they run While the work is tough, keeping up afford a price increase, even if an Governor’s Cup) – the race will shifts.” The team hopes to be back to St out of meat every week – butchering, sales is vital – in fact, steady sales is increase seems necessary. start on Boxing Day, when 15 other Though Andrew had never spent Helena by Jan. 7. Josh extended packaging and selling an average of the only reason the Butchery hasn’t “We have felt recently that our yachts from across the globe will the night on a yacht before Saturday, sincere thanks to all sponsors of the six-eight pigs and three-five cattle. yet had to go down the same road as customers are being affected by what race alongside Team St Helena, each race, and all others that have made While sales are good, the market other island entities have recently, many are calling an ‘economy in attempting to be the first to reach the race possible. on St Helena isn’t always steady and and increase their prices. crisis’ on the island,” Vanessa said. Jamestown, St Helena and win the this can be challenging for planning “The biggest challenge that we face “At the moment I think St Helena race. within the business. right now is of course the prices of is in a very bad state, so money Team St Helena’s journey is “Sometimes you get a shortage utility rates, they are really affecting isn’t always plentiful. Customers undertaken in James Herne’s yacht of pork or beef, just like [you do our business,” Vanessa said. “To try to stretch their wage, [and] as a Carpe Diem, the yacht in which the with] vegetables, eggs and nearly put it into perspective – for just business we do see the effect of this.” Hernes recently became the first St everything produced on-island,” electricity, per quarter, for just one It was because of these resourcing Helenian family to circumnavigate Vanessa said. “Therefore, the supply of our buildings alone, we pay on and economic challenges that ESH the world. fluctuates.” average £4,000. If I could change recently offered funding to smaller- The team consists of James Herne Typically, Stevens’ Family Butchery one thing that’s out of my control, it scale farmers – but as a large-scale (skipper), Josh Herne (co-skipper), has its best sales in burgers and would be the never-ending increases operation, Stevens’ Family Butchery Michael Owen, Dennis Owen and sausages. But this month, as Saints of prices like standing charges and didn’t qualify for that funding. Andrew Turner. (Shavone Hayes and prepare for the holidays, sales (and utility charges.” “We just bear the high costs full on Darren O’Dean were training for the workloads) go up as increased orders Minimum wage on St Helena is and we don’t make a lot of profits,” race, but had to drop out before the of gammon, pork and beef roll in. currently £3.05, and the costs of Vanessa said. “And when you try start.) “December, which is the festive running a business on the island to make a little savings, it is used SAMS reporter Andrew Turner will season, is a very, very, very busy – especially when it comes to one way or another. It doesn’t give be keeping us all updated on the importing materials, for instance [businesses] enthusiasm to grow month-long journey as often as is 1 While Solomons also farms, produces and sells meat, they are not fully private and do not sell (meat packaging, animal feed etc. in much[...] we do get our struggles, possible. His should be an interesting through outlets other than their own. the case of Stevens’ Family Butchery) like many other businesses.” St Helena is a unique and wonderful place with lots of opportunity. But this is a challenging era for St Helena – for businesses, for individuals and for overall economic development. SAMS has partnered with ESH to check in with two businesses a month and maintain coverage on these important but underreported stories of challenges and success in the local economy. 10 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 11 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE LIFESTYLE & CULTURE But Stevens’ Family Butchery has very expensive, which is a reason that doing what they’ve done for four received other support from ESH to some people are put off and just give generations – carrying on the Seventh Day help with smaller projects, which up on that type of farming. I know business that Thomas Edward helps the business concentrate on for myself, and our business, that it’s Stevens began in the 1930s, that Christmas funding their larger projects. very costly to run a pig farm. There Randy Stevens then took over, “We have had a little help from ESH, isn’t much profit in it at all, but we that Gary Stevens then owned and to help with sourcing the hoist in do it because we run the butchery so managed (he still owns the business), Gospel Sing our abattoir and fencing etc. for the we need to have that type of meat.” and that Vanessa, David and Clint are Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS grazing lands, and our meat outlet One of the biggest changes to the now running. The first in the December calendar within the Market in Jamestown is market in general on St Helena, was But as St Helena enters a new era of of special events planned for this rented from ESH,” Vanessa said. supposed to be the weekly flights that globalisation with air access (easing Christmas season took place in the “ESH has helped us in a small way, began in October 2017. But Vanessa access to opportunities in the UK Seventh Day Adventists’ Church Hall, which I am appreciative of.” said the new air access has had no for young islanders), and as recent Jamestown at 5pm Sunday, Dec. 2. Stevens’ Family Butchery has been tangible affect on the business. reports and initiatives identify that The Seventh Day Adventists’ evolving its business as St Helena But if tourism does increase, she sectors like agriculture and farming Christmas Gospel Sing event was evolves. The knowledge and experience said, boosting farming on-island are crying out for increased youth well-attended and the entertainment performances. Stedson Stroud played Duncan and Sr Helen Leo’s poem was handed down from generation will become even more important. involvement – one final, critical was wide-ranging. rhythm guitar sang three solos called “Christmas.” to generation helps the butchers “If we had more farmers there question is, what will happen in the The welcome and also the opening including Beautiful Star of Bethlehem; The Seventh Day Adventists Choir constantly improve its services; but could be more supply,” Vanessa next generation? prayer were given by Bro Keith Leo. Johnny Carter also played rhythm sang Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne, and also gives Vanessa and the other said. “Also, [it could help] if there “We are hoping that the next A varied programme had been guitar and sang Nativity; Daniel Leo completing the programme of festive Stevens a good insight into how were more farmers subsidies or generation of Stevens will roll up planned. The first of eight well- sang Born on Christmas Day; and the singing the group Singspirationals farming and meat production on St something similar, as a little help to their sleeves and come onboard known numbers for the audience to youngest solo singer, Jada Crowie sang My Life Was Changed by a Baby Helena has changed over the decades. farmers, because it is very costly to with us in the continuation of the sing was O Come All Ye Faithful. The (age 9), gave a very creditable Boy. “Since the start of the Stevens’ run a farm. I feel farmers offshore business,” Vanessa said. “I know it programme also included the carol performance of Away in a Manger. Concluding the Gospel Sing Family Butchery I would say there get help and subsidies to assist with might be difficult for them, as there Silent Night, which no Christmas Visitors to the island David programme, Sr Alicia Thomas gave has been a decline in livestock on the this type of industry. If it’s costly to are other great opportunities out programme is complete without. Jeremiah (melodeon) and Joy thanks following which the audience island,” Vanessa said. “Animal feed somebody to keep animals, then they there – but we are hoping that at Music to accompany the singing was Jeremiah (saxophone) together sang We Wish You a Merry Christmas. has an impact on the industry, and are not going to do it.” some stage they will come onboard provided by Daniel Leo (keyboard), performed two instrumentals: O The closing prayer was given on the island – to import pig feed is For now, the Stevens will continue and carry on the family business.” John Moyce (harmonica and ukulele) Little Town of Bethlehem and The First by Pastor Paul Millin and he and Jessica Young (rhythm guitar). Noel. A poem entitled “Let Us Now Go invited everyone to stay back for St. Mary’s Church Christingle/Family Service There were a number of solo to Bethlehem” was read by Elder Pat refreshments. Cheryl Anthony MBE (Church Warden), Contributed Christmas Carols at the Salvation Army The Meaning of an Orange of Christingle: Cyril (Ferdie) Gunnell, SAMS • An Orange, representing the World • A Candle pushed into the centre of Sunday last week was the first the orange, then lit, representing Jesus Sunday in Advent – the period that Christ as Light of the World includes the four Sundays before • A Red Ribbon wrapped around the Christmas. orange representing the Blood of Christ • Dried Fruits and/or sweets stuck on the wood block for the Calypso Carol. 68 children, a healthy collection was Traditionally the Salvation Army 4 cocktail sticks pushed into the orange They were amazing and looked so taken that totalled £231.66; which has advertised a programme of representing the fruits of the earth and professional when switching from will be sent to The Children’s Society Christmas carols across the island. the four seasons violin to guitar to accompany the UK charity, for children who are less This year the programme began at appropriate carols. fortunate than us. This Society helps the Half Tree Hollow Army Hall at Sunday, Dec. 2 St. Mary’s Anglican The School choir sang The Angel Song children who are homeless, have ill 6:30pm Sunday, Dec. 2. The service Church came alive from 18:00 hours and pitched those high notes with health, need proper education, etc. was well-attended. with children taking their place in their smiles on their faces. 11-year-old Basically the charity helps give them a Nicholas Yon, who led the service, musician’s chair or choir pew, adults Kyra Henry-Yon was the soloist for better life. said that the leader of the Army in filling the pews to capacity –and by certain verses of Good King Wenceslas – May I take this opportunity in St Helena, Lt Coral Yon, had left the 18:30 hours, the church was bursting at beautiful. thanking: island the previous day for two weeks the seams. All the pews were filled and Once the Christingles were distributed Wolf Creek who donates the oranges; to meet up with new Salvation Army some of the congregation stood in the to all the children who then stood TB School for making the Christingles; Officers in Johannesburg, who will be and Celebrate. placed under a Christmas tree,” doorway. around the church walls, the candles Chandlery Mini Market for keeping arriving to St Helena in January 2019. The service included three separate Nicholas said. In his message to the Lay Minister Clarence Roberts were lit and the song The Orange of the Christingles chilled; Natalie Sim He said Lt Coral would be standing readings and lighting of candles by congregation, Nicholas urged people conducted the Christingle Service; Christingle was sung to the tune of and son Reece for helping me on down after managing the Army’s volunteers. The first pair was Phyllis to not let Christmas pass by without Cohen Roberts read the lesson John 1: The Holly and the Ivy. What a beautiful Sunday transporting Christingles from affairs for the last 14 years. Yon and Joy George, who lit a candle making a difference. 1-5; musicians at the ready were Two picture was before us, and this always Chandlery to the Church; Ruth, Emma, The first song was It was on a Starry for “hope” after their reading. The The concluding songs were From Boats School teacher Ruth Halden (our somehow tugs the heart strings – such Tina, Andy and TBS pupils for their Night, accompanied by music from second pair, Doreen Bagley and Heaven You Came Helpless Babe and conductor/lead musician for the band a moving moment. music; Steve Emerson for transporting the 11-strong Salvation Army Band Priscilla Bowers, lit a candle for Silent Night Holy Night, after which of merry children), accompanied by At the end of the song, the candles the Christingles to Chandlery and “peace” once they had read. And the people stayed back to partake in were extinguished and the musicians giving me a lift home. (led by Keith Yon). Following a prayer the keyboard player Emma Bennett, third pair of readers, Anita Peters bring and share refreshments. with Wing Commander Tina Jessop took up their seats once more in Thank you to the congregation for by Nicolene Adams, the song See Him and Andy Hobson on their flutes. readiness to play us out with the attending our service and helping to Lying on a Bed of Straw was sung and and Jordana Peters, lit a candle for The next Salvation Army carol We had children playing violins and Calypso Carol See Him Lying On A Bed Of put a smile on children’s faces in the then everyone read the scripture “joy.” service will be at Sandy Bay guitars from Yr 3 to seniors, but not Straw. UK by doing so. God Bless………… together. Other songs included Come “They are the wonderful gifts Community Centre on Thursday, forgetting Jaiden Roberts who played With a congregation of 93 adults and Thou Long Expected Jesus and Come on that God gives; gifts that can’t be Dec. 6 at 7:30pm. 12 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 13 LIFESTYLE & CULTURE FAITH MATTERS DIOCESE OF SAINT HELENA 1400 – 1500 Personal Ministries Believe and Achieve St Book of the The Cathedral Parish of St Paul Every Wednesday Helena Back Up and Running Wednesday 12th December Fiona Campbell, BASH, Contributed Week Sunday 9 December - 2 Advent 1930 – 2030 Prayer Meeting Public Library Service Sunday 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral All are Welcome 9.30 a.m. Eucharist St Martin For further information contact: 11.15 a.m. Eucharist St Helena Pastor Paul Millin Tel No 22267 5.30 p.m. O Come Emmanuel Lt. Coral and all at the Salvation Cathedral Army warmly invite you to join them for Christmas carols at the Thursday 13 December following venues: 10.00 a.m. Eucharist St Swithins

Thursday 6th December - Sandy Bay Sunday 16 December - 3 Advent Community Centre at 7.30pm. Sunday 8.00 a.m. Eucharist Cathedral Rushing Waters Saturday 15th December – Open Air 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist/Baptism by Danielle Steel on the Bridge Jamestown at 7pm. Cathedral Hurricane Ophelia is bearing down 3.30 p.m. Eucharist St Peters on New York City. And in a matter Sunday 16th December – Rosemary of hours, six people, along with Plain at 4pm. The Parish of St James their families, friends, and millions of other New Yorkers living around Tuesday 18th December – St Sunday 9 December - 2 Advent elieve and Achieve St Helena saw everyone divided up into four B them, will be caught up in the horrific Michael’s Church Ruperts at 7.30pm Sunday (BASH) is a charity on St Helena teams of seven. Each team was made flooding it unleashes. Thursday 20th December – St Mark’s BAPTIST CHURCH working with young people in Year 9. up of BASH participants and mentors 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St John Ellen Wharton has flown into New Hall at 7.30pm. 7.00 p.m. O Come Emmanuel Our mission is “to educate and alike. York from London, regardless of the The teams were Glitter BASHerz, St James inspire young people on St Helena weather and her husband’s worry. Sunday 23rd December – Court Sunday Service - 9th December to achieve positive personal, social Kingz & Queenz, Never Readyz and Sandy Bay Chapel 08.45 pm The successful interior designer is House steps Grand Parade at 7.30pm. Monday 10 December and educational growth.” We do Golden Strikerz. intent on seeing her lively architect Head O’Wain Chapel 10.45 pm this through one-to-one mentoring It was a social, fun way for 7.00 p.m. Eucharist St Mary mother and has an important Tuesday 25th December – Jamestown Chapel 6.00 pm with adults from the community and everyone to get to know each other personal appointment to keep. But and the competitive team spirits CHRISTMAS DAY service at the HTH Wednesday 12 December through group activities. despite Ellen’s urging, when the Bible Studies could definitely be seen (and heard) Hall at 10am. Come and join the 7.30 a.m. Eucharist St James BASH hosted a mixer session at storm hits, seventy-four-year-old Tuesday - 11th December Kingshurst Community Centre on throughout the afternoon. celebrations with Christmas cake and Grace Madison refuses to leave her Jamestown Schoolroom 7.00 pm the afternoon of Saturday, Dec. 1. In The champions were the Never mince pies. Thursday 13 December Tribeca apartment in the midst of Thursday - 13th December attendance were 24 of the 26 Year 9s Readyz, and it was great to see the 7.00 p.m. Eucharist with Healing the evacuation zone, and they must Sandy Bay Chapel 5.30 pm signed up for Round 2 (2018/19) of young people getting involved and eventually wade through chest-high God bless you all as you join with us and St John BASH. spending time with new people. water to the police boats outside. share in this very special time of the year. We would like to wish a speedy After a successful first group event, We look forward to seeing you. Sunday 16 December - 3 Advent British investment banker Charles ALL ARE WELCOME recovery to one BASH participant we hope to host the next in January Williams is traveling on business Sunday who was unwell, and also wish Josh 2019. but is also eager to see his young 9.30 a.m. Sung Eucharist St James Herne and the Cape to St Helena team We are extremely grateful to daughters, who live with his beautiful, this Round’s group of mentors; BAHA’I FAITH sailing their way across the Atlantic estranged ex-wife in SoHo. Desperate Parish of St Matthew www.sthelenabahai.org the best of luck. to those that have contacted us to find them, he checks the shelters It was great to see lots of parents and about facilitating group activities; where thousands have taken refuge Sunday 9 December - 2 Advent “The spirit that animateth the mentors also in attendance, asking and to our wider BASH family and and runs into Ellen and her mother. questions and getting involved in supporters. Sunday human heart is the knowledge of Juliette Dubois, a dedicated ER 11.15 a.m. Reserves Sacrament God, ….. He, verily, loveth the one supporting the young people of St BASH participants will be assigned doctor, fights to save lives when the Helena. mentors within the next few weeks, St Mark that turneth towards Him. There generators at her hospital fail. is none other God but Him, the The afternoon started out with so if you are still thinking of getting NYU students Peter Holbrook Sunday 16 December - 3 Advent Forgiving, the Most Bountiful. All name tags to help the adults get to involved then please get in touch at and Ben Weiss, living in a shabby Sunday grips with who’s who. The BASH [email protected]. downtown walk-up, are excited by Prayer Meeting on Saturday 8th praise be to God, the Lord of all participants were also asked to fill the adventure of the approaching December 2018 at Unit 3 Longwood 11.15 a.m. Reserve Sacrament worlds.” out questionnaires, as this was the hurricane, refuse to evacuate, and Enterprise Park at 08:00am St Mark first official BASH activity they had settle in with junk food and beer until -Baha’i Scripture attended. The questionnaires will be their building threatens to collapse. Sunday Service on Sunday 9th filled out again at the end of BASH Should they swim for it or not? December 2018 at Unit 3 Longwood DEVOTIONAL MEETING Round 2 in September 2019. A day of chaos takes its toll. Lives, Enterprise Park at 11:00am BAHA’I CENTRE Refreshments were donated belongings, and loved ones are swept Gumwoods by members of the BASH family away. Heroes are revealed as the city 8pm Cell Group on Tuesday 11th December Saturday 8th December 2018 and included fishcakes, scones, and New Yorkers struggle to face a 2018 at Sandy Bay at 6:30pm THURSDAY EVENINGS marmalade cake and cupcakes to natural disaster of epic proportions. 0915 – 1000 name a few. And then the real challenge begins, as Sabbath School Programme ALL ARE WELCOME The main event of the afternoon For further information contact 1000 – 1045 Group Bible Study the survivors face their futures, with telephone number 23249 Telephone 24342 was the skittles tournament, which damage to repair and scars to heal. 1100 – 1200 Divine Service 14 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 15 NOTICE BOARD TIME OUT World Soil Day is held annually on Dec. 5 to highlight soil’s importance For Sale on Earth. 1 Samsung TV screen (43 inches). Still in box. UZZLE IME: We need soil for basic survival - food and energy. Soil is vital P T for farming and food security. Thousands of soil scientists and Interested persons can contact Sylvia Harris on tel 23205 organizations, like the International Union of Soil Sciences, promote the day via social media, YouTube videos and events at which people talk World Soil Day about issues such as soil erosion and soil preservation.

1. Choose your Type of Backyard Compost Bin PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Make your own You can use either an open pile or a compost bin. Bins have the advantage of being neat, keeping animals out and preserving heat. You can purchase compost bins Compost Bin from the shop, or you can build your own compost bin. The size and type of bin you purchase or build will depend on how much compostable material you generate.

2. Choose your Composter Location COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIPS 2018 You should choose a location that is flat, well-drained and sunny. Most importantly you should find a convenient location. The following is a Public Announcement from the Education & Employment Directorate: 3. Alternate Layers The Education & Employment Directorate would like to advise that the Commonwealth Scholarship Start with a layer of course materials (like twigs) to allow for drainage and Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) have extended it’s deadline for inviting nominations from St Helena aeration. Cover this layer with leaves. Then, simply alternate between layers of for scholarships tenable from October 2018. greens materials (nitrogen-rich material) and browns (carbon-rich material).

One nomination may be in either of the following categories: Browns Greens Don’t Compost • Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship (one year) Evergreen Needles Green Leaves Invasive Weeds Gone to Seed • Commonwealth PhD Scholarship Dried Leaves/Grass Clippings Garden Waste Meat/Fish/Bones And one nomination may be in the following category: Paper Egg Cartons Flowers Fat/Oil/Grease • Commonwealth Undergraduate Scholarship Paper Towels/Napkins Vegetables Dairy Products Shredded Brown Paper Bags Fruit Peels Cooked Foods (attracts animals) Commonwealth Scholarships are intended to contribute to the development needs of Commonwealth countries “What did the carrot say to the Shredded Newsprint Scraps Pet Waste by providing training for skilled and qualified professionals and academics and to contribute to UK higher wheat? education and foreign policy aims by encouraging collaboration and links. Lettuce rest, I’m feeling beet.” Bark Coffee Grounds Plastics Coffee Filters Tea Leaves/Bags Metals Intended beneficiaries include academically successful candidates who wish to earn first degrees andhigh- A toddler was found chewing on quality postgraduate students who have the potential to enhance the development of their home countries with a slug. After the initial surge of Straw Egg Shells Glass the knowledge and leadership skills they acquire. disgust the parent said, "Well, Sawdust (Limited amt.) Flowers Toxic Materials what does it taste like?" "Worms," Dryer/Vacuum Lint Charcoal The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to make change and are of the highest was the reply. Cardboard (cut into small pieces) Chemical Logs academic quality. Scholarships are being offered under six development themes: Dead house plants • Science and technology for development Why do potatoes make good • Strengthening health systems and capacity detectives? 4. Add Kitchen and Yard Waste Until the Bin is Full • Promoting global prosperity Collect your kitchen compostables in a container in your kitchen. Find a handy • Strengthening global peace, security and governance Because they keep their eyes peeled. place to store this container – on the counter, under the sink or in the freezer. • Strengthening resilience and response to crises When it is full, empty its contents into the compost bin. (Whenever you add food • Access, inclusion and opportunity What do you get if you divide the scraps or yard waste to your compost bin, be sure to top it with a layer of browns. circumference of a pumpkin by If you do not add browns, your compost will be wet and break down more slowly. If The Commission is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination, and encourages its diameter? possible, collect and store dry leaves so you can use them in your compost.) applications from a diverse range of candidates. For further information on the support available to candidates The bin contents/pile will shrink as it begins to decompose. with a disability, please see the CSC disability support statement at http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/csc- Pumpkin pi. disability-support-statement. 5. Maintain your Compost Bin To get finished compost more quickly: Further information on the Commonwealth Scholarships can be found on the website http://cscuk.dfid.gov. When you add fresh material, be sure to mix it in with the lower layers. uk/apply/applicants or by emailing [email protected]. Did you know? Materials should be as wet as a rung-out sponge. Add dry materials or water – You can make ‘compost tea’ by whichever is needed – to reach this moisture level. filling a cheesecloth or an old Mix/turn the compost weekly to help the breakdown process and eliminate odour. Persons interested in a scholarship should write an initial letter of application that identifies the developmental pillowcase with 1 litre of compost. theme they wish to apply under, the type of study that they wish to pursue, their reason for pursuing it, and its Tie the top and ‘steep’ the bag 6. Harvest and Use your Compost relevance to St Helena. In addition to this, the letter should include their professional aspirations and educational overnight in a garbage can filled background including previous study undertaken and qualifications earned. Initial letters of application should You might have finished compost within four-six months of starting your bin: with water. This ‘tea’ can be used to Finished compost will be dark and crumbly and will smell earthy. The finished be sent to the Scholarships Awards Committee, through the Secretary, Education Learning Centre, or via email water plants and gardens. to [email protected] by no later than Friday, 14 December 2018. compost will end up at the top of the bin or compost pile - remove it from the bin, leaving unfinished materials to continue decomposing. Be sure the decomposition process is complete before you use your compost, or microbes in the compost could The Awards Committee is the official nominating body for the Scholarships Award and will decide on a suitable take nitrogen from the soil and harm plant growth. nomination based on the set criteria. You can sprinkle your lawn a few times a year; use your compost as top-dressing for flower beds and at the base of trees and shrubs; mix compost in with garden SHG and flower bed soil; use as a soil conditioner when planting or transplanting trees, 5 December 2018 flowers and shrubs by filling the hole with half compost and half soil. http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh 16 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 17 SCHOOL PAGE NOTICE BOARD

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – Provision of Ferry Service

Reference: CS-0187-SHG

The St Helena Government is seeking Request for Proposals for the Provision of Ferry Service.

Full documentation and the specifications can be found on the Saint Helena Government e-procurement system which can be accessed via https://in-tendhost. co.uk/sainthelena following registration on the system.

User guides are available via the “Supplier Information” tab to assist prospective suppliers registering on the e-Procurement system.

Any questions in the interim should be addressed to Procurement Services for the attention of Christy Joshua, Procurement Officer on telephone number 22470 or altenatively email address - christy.joshua@ sainthelena.gov.sh

The deadline for submisisons is 12.00 GMT on Thursday, 20 December 2018.

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PUBLIC NOTICE VACANCY – LOBSTER FISHERY FIELD WORKER ASSISTANT Newspaper Advert The Environment and Natural Resources Directorate has a vacancy for a part time Lobster Fishery Field Worker Assistant under the Darwin Project. Hours are flexible and can be negotiated. The contract will start in February 2019 for the duration of 12 months initially and may be extended for another 6 months. The successful candidate will support the Project particularly assisting with the habitat and abundance survey data collection, recording of biometric data, tag and release programme, acoustic array installation and acoustic HEALTH DIRECTORATE transmitter deployment. VACANCY FOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS – GENERAL HOSPITAL The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate good written English, basic mathematic skills and have an understanding of environmental science. They must be able to drive and be a qualified scuba diver to a minimum PADI Advanced level or equivalent. Proficient IT skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and The Health Directorate is seeking to recruit Health Care Assistants to work at the General Hospital. Access is also a requirement. Salary for the post is at £8,613 per annum however, this will be paid on a prorata basis depending on the The successful applicants will be responsible for assisting in the provision of care in the hospital number of days worked per week. nursing service. For further details regarding this post, interested persons should contact Dr Ralf Bublitz, Lobster Project Officer on telephone number 22270 (or e-mail [email protected]). Application forms and Job profiles are available from Essex House and should be submitted to theHuman Essential qualifications required for this post are GCSE in English and Maths at Grade C or above. Resources Manager, ENRD, or e-mail [email protected] by no later than Wednesday 12th December 2018. An NVQ level 2 in Care, or a willingness to obtain qualification is also desirable. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical declaration and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application Salary for the post is at Grade B1 commencing at £6,722 per annum. However, staff will qualify for form independently verified. a competency based salary enhancement when they are able to successfully and consistently 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 demonstrate competency in accordance with the competency levels relevant to their post. The with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria listed in the job profile will competency based salary enhancement is pensionable and the post of Health Care Assistant has be guaranteed an interview. been mapped to competency level 1a, £8,067 per annum.

Derek Henry All appointees are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a Director of Environment and Natural Resources Division 26 November 2018 medical check and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified.

PUBLIC NOTICE 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 VACANCY FOR PRIMARY TEACHERS merit, in accordance with the person specification. All disabled applicants meeting the minimum The Education & Employment Directorate is seeking to criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview. employ suitably qualified Teachers to work in the Primary Sector. The successful applicants will be required to teach all Interested persons requiring further details regarding this post can contact Mrs Lisa Niemand, subjects across the primary curriculum. Applicants must have qualified teaching status and recent Hospital Nursing Officer on telephone no 22500 or email [email protected] experience in teaching would be advantageous. The ideal candidate must be self motivated and have good interpersonal Application forms and a job profile, which are available from the Health Directorate should be skills. completed and submitted through Directors where applicable to Miss Madonna Henry, Human Salary for the post is based on qualifications. The salary Resources Officer, Health Directorate or email [email protected] by Tuesday, 11 band for teachers on the Directorate’s Scheme of Service ranges from £10,550 - £18,114 per annum. Opportunities December 2018 are available for career progression. For further details regarding this post, interested persons Akeem Ali (Dr) should contact Mrs. Wendy Benjamin, Assistant Director Director 27 November 2018 Schools, on telephone number 22706 or e-mail wendy. [email protected] Application forms which are available from Education & Health Directorate Employment Directorate and Corporate Human Resources should be completed and submitted, through Directors where applicable, to the Acting Administration Officer at the Education Learning Centre or e-mail santana.fowler@ sainthelena.gov.sh by no later than 4pm, on Tuesday, 11 December 2018. Health Directorate, St Helena Government, Island of St Helena, South Atlantic Ocean, STHL 1ZZ SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community Telephone: +(290) 22500 Facsimile: +(290) 22530 E-mail: [email protected] 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 www.sainthelena.gov.sh criteria listed in the job profile will be guaranteed an interview.

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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 B7 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 Maintenance Supervisor or from Receptionist at Essex House. Completed application forms should be submitted to the Human Resources Manager, Essex House or email [email protected] by no later than Tuesday 18th December 2018. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical declaration and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified.

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 4 December 2018 22 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 23 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE VACANCY - MARINE CONSERVATION OFFICER Do you have a passion for and knowledge of the island’s marine world and a willingness to keep up to date with current marine information, if so the Environment and Natural Resources Directorate is looking for applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Marine Conservation Officer. The applicant will be responsible to the Director and provide a management role to the marine team in relation to field work, communications, data and project management. Applicants should as a start have an A level in Maths, English and Science however they must be willing to obtain further qualifications to meet the developing needs of the section. The applicant should also haveat least 1 years work experience of data collection and management activities, be proficient in computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access and a Grade A and C driving license. Salary for the post is at Grade D1 commencing at £11,034 per annum. For further details on the duties of the above posts, please contact the Acting Marine Conservation Officer, Mrs Samantha Cherrett on telephone No.22270 or e-mail [email protected] Application forms are available from the Receptionist at Essex House and should be completed and submitted to the Human Resources Manager, Essex House or e-mail [email protected] by no later than Monday 17 December 2018. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, including a medical declaration and vetting/DBS clearance. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on the application form independently verified. 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.

Mr Derek Henry Director, Environment and Natural Resources 4 December 2018 24 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 25 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD 26 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 27 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD INITIAL POLICE TRAINING WEEK SIX

The students started week six of the Initial Police Training course with their last formative training event before commencing the final assessment week. They all did exceptional and are ready to take on the final week of training.

Tuesday saw them learning how to complete the last stages of a report file and once again highlighted the importance of attention to detail. On the Wednesday, students were taught how to interview both suspects and witnesses, they all practiced being the interviewer and the suspect/witness. There was a rare day off on Friday and the tutor’s organised a fishing trip followed by a barbeque. The training team were taught the skills of fishing by some of the students, though it seems the trainers still have a long way to go. Tutor, Learning & Development Sergeant, PC Martin Franconi & PC Wendy Van Rensburg during a scenario Mark Coombe, said: “The students have come a long way from day one of week one of the course when they were all individuals. They now operate and support each other as one unit. They will now enter week seven when all the skills that they have learned and developed will be put to the test.” PC Martin Franconi making an arrest during a scenario

Students and Tutors enjoyed fishing and barbeque on a rare day off from training

PC Martin Franconi taking the offencer into custody following the scenario 28 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 29 NOTICE BOARD NOTICE BOARD

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INTERESTED IN TRAINING TO BECOME A NURSE?

St Helena Health Service requires more qualified nurses and would like to encourage individuals in the community to undertake formal nurse education (BSc Nursing). We would like to support Saints thinking of training to become nurses and would like to hear from interested persons.

Are you thinking about becoming a nurse?

We would like to hear from any persons who are interested in training to become a nurse.

Please forward an expression of interest in writing to Miss Madonna Henry, Human Resources Officer, Health Directorate or email [email protected], by Wednesday, 21st December 2018.

We will then arrange informal meetings to discuss individual circumstances, education and experience and the ability to go overseas for all or some parts of the training.

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Wharf S t Helena Ascension Accounts & Date Lending At Bank of St Helena Ltd it is our mission to provide you with the best possible service experience. To help us Kiosk Branch Branch Payments achieve this goal we urge customers to take part in our Customer Satisfaction Survey which will run from January to February 2019. Monday, 24 December Closed 09:00 - 12:00 Tuesday 25 & Have your say on how we meet your banking requirements Closed Wednesday 26 December Thursday, 27 December Closed 09:00 - 14:00

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Tuesday, 01 January 2019 Closed APPLICATION CUT-OFF SATURDAY EVENING DATE OPENING HOURS Please Note: International Remittance Services will close at 11:00 on Monday 24 December, at 13:00 on Thursday 27 and at 12:00 on Monday 31 December 2018. Sure SA Ltd would like to advise that applications Sure SA Ltd would like to advise that their Customer The Bank’s Airport Currency Exchange Kiosk will open as usual on Saturday 22 and 29 for new Telephone, Television and Broadband Care Centre at Bishops Rooms will be open on the December 2018 from 10:00 to 14 :30. installations for service dates in December 2018 should following evenings: be submitted to the Customer Care Centre at Bishops

Rooms by no later than Monday 10th December 2018. SATURDAY 8th DECEMBER 6:30PM to 8:00PM Normal Bank opening times will resume on Wednesday, 02 January 2019. SATURDAY 15th DECEMBER 6:30PM to 8:00PM Provision of service for applications received after this date cannot be guaranteed until the New Year. Lots of exciting goodies on sale! Shop at SURE! Bank of St Helena Ltd takes this opportunity to wish all our Please visit our Customer Care Centre in Jamestown, customers a Happy Festive Season and a Prosperous New Year. call 22900 or email [email protected] for further information 32 www.sams.sh Thursday 06 December 2018 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 06 December 2018 www.sams.sh 33 SPORTS ARENA SPORTSSPORTS ARENAARENA Jamestown Rifle Club Pat Henry, JTRC Chairman, Contributed Greetings from the Jamestown Rifle Club, 4 December 2018. It’s just a few weeks before Christmas, how time has shot by, even when we’re not on the range. Last Thursday 27 November the final shooting competition of the BOSH Youth Games took place at Half Tree Hollow Rifle Club. Thirteen young people made it for this The World, the largest residential ship on the planet will be visiting St Helena from Sunday 9 match, they all were looking comfortable December to Tuesday 11 December 2018. and ready to give it their all. Seven of them improved on their scores from the 170, Christopher with 172.1 and 1st place people, we gladly welcomed three new first round which was really good to see was Matthias Young with 173 points. people who came to shoot for the first This vessel has 165 luxury apartments on board. how it lifted their spirits. Congratulations on good performances time. There were some good scores shot The advanced shooters’ positions to everyone, thanks to HTH rifle club for and the newcomers did extremely well. There will be a Band Night at the Mule Yard on Monday 10 December from 6:00pm to 10:00pm for the girls, in 3rd place was Hanna hosting this final event. Highest lady was Deirdre with 99.4, Hickling with 190.3, in 2nd place was Youth training, Tuesday 4 December, Heide 93.4 and Heidi 91.2. Leading the where local bands, The Big Easy and Island Politics and the ships band the Fabulous Fossils will be Tatelyn Royles with 193.5 and in 1st place was another good display of tight way for the gents was Rex with 99.3, was Laura Duncan with 200.1. groupings. It seems cruel not to give 10s Colin Knipe 98.3 and Bramwell 93.2 and playing. For the boys, 3rd place was Liam John but they must show clear indication and 97.1. Joshua with 183.2, Hugo Francis with accuracy to accumulate a possible 10. Next week should be a good event, one Join us for an evening of great entertainment. 189.4 in 2nd and in 1st place was Robin Only 40 shots each were given, their not to be missed, it’s our Bring and Share Williams with 193.1. scores were calculated after finishing Christmas Gift Fun Shoot. There will be Positions for the girls shooting off the to see their positions. Robin shot 383, chicken curry and rice, mince pies, Xmas rifle supports, in 3rd place was Demi Hanna 380.7 and Tatelyn 376.6, well done Cake, sweets and drinks, so let’s have a For further information contact: Christina Plato on T. 22158 George with 159, in 2nd place Rebecca Hanna for shooting 2 x 100.8. The next shoot with a difference. Santa will be full or e-mail: [email protected] Young with 164 and 1st place Katie-Rose training session will take place Thursday of surprises. So until we enter the door Thomas with 179.2. 6 December, with 60 shots. again next week be happy as we look THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP Head Office | ESH Business Park | Ladder Hill | Tel: +290 22920 | Email: [email protected] Boys positions, in 3rd was Jia with Our evening club event attracted 16 forward to Christmas. Visit us online Business and Investment: www.investinsthelena.com | Tourism: www.sthelenatourism.com The Pageant Cup 2018 GOLF REPORT FOR SUNDAY 2nd December 2018 - Simon Henry, Contributed “Turkey and Ham” competition. What a great way to complete Deon Robbertse, President, Contributed 2018. Qualifying for Class-X and now, winning the Pageant Cup and becoming unday the 2nd December 2018 the best .22 small-bore rifle shooter in S Oxfordshire. the club hosted our second “Turkey My Oxfordshire shooting career started and Ham” competition for the year. in the summer of 2011 when joining the Weather turned out to be windy local shooting club “City of Oxford Rifle & and overcast, but this did not deter Pistol Club”. Oxfordshire has/had many 23 players from entering. The good shooters, some who has gone on competition was played in the Stable and shot for England and Great Britain. ford format and kicked off at 12h00. So competition was always going to be Two players were tied for the first of a high standard. This is the trophy place with 36 points, and after the that is on the top of every Oxfordshire’s count back Leon Crowie was awarded rifleman’s/riflewoman’s wish list. But to be honest it came as a surprise to me with the first place and Norman when I was told I’d won it. Because of Thomas took the second place. The past performances I thought I didn’t two ball competition was shared by stand a chance of winning it. Might have Larry Legg and Lawson Henry. Well been a blessing in disguise as I shot the done to all the winners. Enjoy your not played together for 23 months, If you haven’t registered and would year without pressure and unaware that I turkey and ham over the festive the tunes they played entertained us like to play please leave a message was in the running for it. My comment times like this that makes the training a new appreciation for the Pageant Cup. season. till early in the morning. Big thanks on 24421, or drop a message to our on “Past performances” was not that I and sacrifices worth it. The history it bared, and what it means The past weekend on Friday night, to King George, Gerald and Norman. Facebook page @SHGC.org.sh. We shot badly, but to be in the running for The Pageant Cup – On inspecting the to the Oxfordshire shooting family. And the club hosted a social evening. You guys are the best. look forward to seeing you on the the Pageant Cup you need to shoot well shields attached to the base of the trophy, now I feel privileged knowing my name Although the turnout was not high, Next Sunday 9th December the course. consistently throughout the year. With it soon became apparent the history of will also be added to the Cups register. the juggling of Air rifle, Prone, and 3 the members that did attend had club will host the Richard James Members are also reminded that the cup. The oldest shield dated back to And hopefully my story be added to Position (Standing, Kneeling, and Prone) 1909, with names showing up and then the stores told at future presentations, a fun filled evening. The band that competition, with tee off times the annual subscription fees for 2019 during the year, performance can drop disappearing through the ages. At the off a shooter from the small Island of was playing consists of members of starting from 12h00. A number of is due to be paid by end of January slightly when trying to balance training presentation diner listening to stories St Helena somewhere out in the South the golf club, and although they had members have already registered. 2019. across the 3 different disciplines. It’s of previous winners. It was then I felt Atlantic Ocean! 3426 www.sams.sh ThursdayThursday 1106 SeptemberDecember 20182014 | THE SENTINEL THE SENTINEL | Thursday 0611 DecemberSeptember 2018 2014 www.sams.sh 3527 SPORTSNOTICE BOARD ARENA SPORTSSPORTSNOTICE ARENABOARDARENA area and unleashed a shot that was destined for the bottom right corner until Keith Yon produced an outstanding save, diving low to his left to preserve Rovers lead. From the highs of almost equalising to the lows of conceding another goal, Bellboys found themselves two goals down just seconds later when Ronan Legg and Rico Benjamin combined and Benjamin scored his second. Rovers now had a two goal advantage and Benjamin dropped back to help his defence. Despite trailing by two goals, Bellboys continued to attack Rovers goal. Brady ran clear and clashed with Rovers keeper, Yon. The collision left them both on the floor clutching their knees and importantly for Yon the ball rolled safely away from his

FINISHING STRONG Rovers through to another final Wise Monkeys Media Productions ... Continued from back page Rico Benjamin the space to shoot from thirty yards, he unleashed a pile driver of a shot that bounced awkwardly in front of Lawrence and nestled in the bottom left corner of the goal. Ryan Benjamin eventually showed up and Bellboys became more competitive. They began to utilise the pace of Tyler Brady who created a few problems for Rovers’ defence, but an equalising goal proved to be illusive. Despite needing to defend a bit more, Rovers continued to attack with great fluidity and their forwards were left one- on-one with Lawrence on a few occasions. But against the odds, Lawrence came out on top and the score remained at 1-0. goal. Both players were able to match. enough and Rovers advanced to Bellboys came close to equalising continue and during that time The pain became too much to the finals. from a Ryan Benjamin free kick Ronan Legg secured the win for handle so Brady and K Yon were League champions Harts also near the end of the half, but his team. Rovers were content to best spell of the match and were Rovers. A well worked passage both substituted with 10 minutes advanced to the final following effort agonisingly sailed over the absorb the pressure and then hit inching their way closer to an of play on the left flank that saw left to play. a 3-1 victory over Axis. Rovers bar and the half finished with the Bellboys on the counter attack. equaliser. good interplay between Trystan Bellboys earned a consolation and Harts will contest the 2018 score at 1-0 in favour of Rovers. However, they struggled to find They eventually carved out a Thomas and Christen Yon goal through Rick Joshua who knockout final this coming Following the restart, Bellboys the same fluidity they showed in clear cut chance to even up allowed Legg to cut inside and was able to flick the ball across Saturday. were now attacking with the wind the first half and lacked a telling the match. Rick Joshua found curl a shot into the far corner. It the line following a goal mouth at their backs and looked a better final ball. Bellboys enjoyed their himself unmarked in the penalty was arguably the best goal of the scramble. However, it was not 2836 www.sams.shwww.sams.sh ThursdayThursday 11 06 September December 20142018 || THETHE SENTINELSENTINEL SPORTSSPORTSARENAARENA FINISHING STRONG Rovers through to another final Wise Monkeys Media Productions

Rovers’ captain, Rico Benjamin final. Since their return to St and dominated proceedings. netted a brace and scooped man Helena football in 2011, Rovers Bellboys did a sterling job in of the match honours following have made an appearance in defence with their backline a commanding performance that every knockout final. putting in last ditch tackles and saw Rovers to a 3-1 victory over Bellboys started the match keeper Benjy Lawrence making Bellboys in Sunday’s first semi- without star midfielder, Ryan a few vital saves. However, the final fixture. Benjamin who wasn’t aware of relentless pressure soon took its The victory means Rovers are the earlier start time. Rovers took toll and after Bellboys afforded through to yet another knockout advantage of their extra numbers Continued inside ...