St Helena : St Helena Announces Prohibited Exports
Submitted by Saint Helena Herald (Public Relations Information Office) 30.09.2012 (Article Archived on 14.10.2012)
HM Customs and Revenue wishes to alert the Public and Trade to the provisions of the Customs (Export and Import Control) Regulation- Section 41 Second Schedule –
PROHIBITED EXPORTS
HM Customs and Revenue wishes to alert the Public and Trade to the provisions of the Customs (Export and Import Control) Regulation- Section 41 Second Schedule –
Article 1 states that prohibited exports is “Any article made in or imported into St Helena before the 1st Day of January, 1910 or any part of such an article, except with the prior written approval of the Governor-in-Council.” This means that it is illegal to export such goods without written permission.
This ensures that the Island heritage is not diminished and that individuals are not exploited by unscrupulous traders etc. The heritage of St Helena is one of our greatest assets and unfortunately once it is removed it is irreplaceable and can be lost forever.
The matter of prohibited goods is brought to your attention following concerns expressed (correctly) by a member of the public and by a recent letter in the press seeking to obtain antique items.
We would wish to thank the public for contacting HM Customs and Revenue in regards to this matter and also to highlight public awareness regarding the laws and the reasons behind them.
Should you require any clarification or assistance with this matter please contact HM Customs and Revenue at any time.
Peter Henderson
Director General HM Customs and Revenue
28 September 2012
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