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Borough-wide success as Swindon students receive A-Level and T-Level results
Students across Swindon are taking the next step towards their futures today, as A-Level and T-Level results reveal another year of excellent achievement across the Borough.
Published: Thursday, 13th August 2026 in Education news-
Council Leader visits Kerr Office Group to discuss growth and investment opportunities in Swindon
As Swindon continues to attract significant investment and strengthen its position as a hub for business growth, Leader of the Council, Cllr Gary Sumner, visited local company Kerr Office Group.
Published: Friday, 14th August 2026 in Business and investment news -
Swindon submits bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
The bid to make Swindon the UK City of Culture 2029 has been officially submitted by Swindon Borough Council and Swindon Culture Collective, setting out a plan to use culture as a catalyst.
Published: Wednesday, 12th August 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Power-washing underway as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
Power-washing of paved areas in Swindon town centre begins today as part of the ongoing public realm improvements being delivered through The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Monday, 10th August 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Council to resurface four of the Borough’s busiest roads this summer
Swindon Borough Council will resurface an additional four roads during the summer period as part of work to improve highways in poor condition.
Published: Monday, 3rd August 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council takes fresh look at town centre safety
Swindon Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour in the town centre after councillors, Wiltshire Police and officers met with businesses and residents.
Published: Friday, 31st July 2026 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Swindon urged to get behind The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
Swindon Borough Council is calling on residents, councillors and council employees to roll up their sleeves and take part in The Big Town Centre Clean-Up this August.
Published: Friday, 31st July 2026 in Bins, rubbish and recycling news -
More than 200 residents supported as Council’s new Community Hub approach expands to Central Library
Efforts to make it easier for residents to access the advice and support they need, when they need it, are being expanded by Swindon Borough Council as the next phase of its Community Hub programme.
Published: Monday, 27th July 2026 in People and communities news -
Council takes investment proposition to global aerospace and defence leaders
Swindon Borough Council used yesterday’s (22 July) Farnborough International Airshow to showcase the town’s aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing strengths.
Published: Thursday, 23rd July 2026 in Business and investment news -
Swindon strengthens ties with Defence Academy
Councillors from Swindon Borough Council visited the Defence Academy in Shrivenham to explore opportunities for closer collaboration on education, skills and support for the Armed Forces community.
Published: Thursday, 23rd July 2026 in People and communities news -
Council calls on 2,000 homeowners and landlords to support Swindon town centre clean-up
More than 2,000 private homeowners and landlords are being encouraged to help improve the appearance of Swindon town centre as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up this summer.
Published: Wednesday, 22nd July 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Stay cool at Swindon’s museums this summer
If you’re looking to beat the heat this summer, look no further than Swindon Borough Council’s trio of museums.
Published: Monday, 20th July 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Businesses encouraged to back Swindon’s City of Culture 2029 bid
Local businesses are being encouraged to get behind Swindon’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, as the town prepares the next stage of its bid submission.
Published: Monday, 20th July 2026 in People and communities news -
Property owners urged to fix eyesores as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
Town centre businesses and property owners are being asked to play their part in Swindon Borough Council's The Big Town Centre Clean-Up later this summer.
Published: Friday, 17th July 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Summer support and activities available for families across Swindon
Families across Swindon can enjoy a summer packed with free and low-cost activities, events and attractions alongside a wide range of financial, food and family support throughout the holidays.
Published: Thursday, 16th July 2026 in People and communities news -
New swing bridge installed as major milestone reached for Wichelstowe canal
A significant new chapter in the ongoing restoration of the Wilts & Berks Canal has been marked with the installation of a new swing bridge at Wichelstowe.
Published: Monday, 13th July 2026 in Homes and property news -
Wiltshire landscape highlighted in new exhibition
A new exhibition has opened at Museum & Art Swindon, highlighting how artist John Piper (1903-92) responded to the landscape and architecture of Wiltshire and Dorset.
Published: Friday, 10th July 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council responds to Government’s funding blow for New Eastern Villages schools
The councillor responsible for education in Swindon has expressed her disappointment following the Government’s decision not to proceed with free school funding for two planned schools in the NEV.
Published: Friday, 10th July 2026 in Schools and education news -
The Big Town Centre Clean-Up to deliver visible improvements this summer
Street cleaning, graffiti removal, paving repairs, weed clearance and bench refurbishments will all form part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Wednesday, 8th July 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Inclusive theatre group takes centre stage in support of Swindon's City of Culture bid
As Swindon prepares to submit its UK City of Culture 2029 bid next month, Deputy Leader of Swindon Borough Council, Councillor Jake Chandler, visited the Partners Theatre Company.
Published: Monday, 6th July 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council steps up road repairs with summer resurfacing programme
Essential resurfacing work will take place across 18 deteriorating roads, as Swindon Borough Council continues to take action to target roads in poor condition.
Published: Friday, 3rd July 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Councillors to hear that tenants say housing service is improving
Tenants living in the 10,383 homes owned by Swindon Borough Council are reporting improving satisfaction with housing services.
Published: Tuesday, 30th June 2026 in Homes and property news -
Education leaders unite to strengthen partnership working across Swindon
School leaders from across Swindon came together this week at STEAM to learn more about a new borough-wide partnership focused on improving outcomes for every child.
Published: Friday, 26th June 2026 in Schools and education news -
Cabinet to review updated Local Plan ahead of further public consultation
A plan setting out where new homes, jobs and infrastructure should go in the Borough will be considered by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week (1 July), following extensive public feedback.
Published: Thursday, 25th June 2026 in Planning and Building Control news -
Council to consider external provider for Homeline to strengthen safety and future-proof service
Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet will next week consider proposals to secure the future of the Homeline service by commissioning a specialist external provider to deliver it.
Published: Wednesday, 24th June 2026 in Social care and health news -
Mayor of Rivne visits Swindon as twinning plans move closer
Councillors extended the warm hand of friendship towards Rivne by welcoming the Ukrainian city’s mayor this weekend.
Published: Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Lydiard Park hosts uplifting Armed Forces Day
The sound of bagpipes filled the air of Lydiard Park as Swindon came together to honour serving personnel, veterans and military families at Armed Forces Day this afternoon (20 June).
Published: Saturday, 20th June 2026 in People and communities news -
Council acknowledges more work to do ahead of full Ofsted inspection of Children’s Services
The Council has acknowledged further improvement is needed in its Children’s Services following Ofsted’s sixth monitoring visit ahead of a full inspection expected later this year.
Published: Friday, 19th June 2026 in Children and young people news -
Thames Valley devolution bid dealt major blow
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to create one of the UK’s most powerful regional economies has been dealt a significant blow.
Published: Friday, 19th June 2026 in Business and investment news -
Highworth golf course proposals will not be considered in July
A report on the future of the former Highworth golf course, which had been scheduled for consideration by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet on 1 July, will now be brought forward at a later date.
Published: Thursday, 18th June 2026 in Homes and property news
