St Helena has been in splendid isolation since it was first discovered by Portuguese explorers in 1502. Surrounded by thousands of miles of empty ocean, its remoteness and isolation have always been key to its character.
Richard Jones visited Plantation House to speak to the Governor of St Helena.
Mark Capes arrived on St Helena as head of government in 2011 just as the airport contract was signed.
How does he think the island will change - and what were his first impressions when he came to St Helena four years ago?
Monday's weather forecast
Philippa has the outlook for the week ahead
A vigil has been held to remember the three victims of the terror attack in Reading.