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Forty-eight new SEND places created in Swindon’s schools
Forty-eight pupils will be given dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) places at two primary schools by September 2026.
Published: Thursday, 12th March 2026 in Education news-
New Swindon care home to be powered by renewable energy
Energy efficiency and sustainability are central to the design of a new state-of-the-art care home set to open in South Marston next year.
Published: Friday, 13th March 2026 in Social care and health news -
Almost 18,000 trees planted to expand Swindon’s green lungs
Almost 18,000 trees will have been planted across the Borough by the end of the 2025/26 planting season, thanks to the dedicated efforts of local volunteers.
Published: Tuesday, 10th March 2026 in Vision and priorities news -
Swindon submits major innovation bid for drone cluster
A nationally important drone and defence technology cluster could be set up in Swindon.
Published: Monday, 9th March 2026 in Business and investment news -
Plan to build on Swindon’s recent economic success backed by Cabinet
A clear and ambitious vision for the future of Swindon’s economy has been endorsed by councillors.
Published: Friday, 6th March 2026 in Business and investment news -
Swindon celebrates community champions at Pride of Swindon Awards
Residents, volunteers and community groups from across the Borough were recognised for their dedication and impact at the Pride of Swindon Awards celebration yesterday (5 March).
Published: Friday, 6th March 2026 in People and communities news -
New facilities for Travellers ready to open
New and improved facilities for the Travelling community have been completed in Chiseldon, which it is hoped will minimise the number of illegal encampments across the Borough.
Published: Thursday, 5th March 2026 in Homes and property news -
Ambitions for Swindon’s country parks outlined
Cabinet Members will tonight (4 March) consider a new framework which sets out a long-term ambition for how Swindon parks will be protected and improved in the years ahead.
Published: Wednesday, 4th March 2026 in Parks and open spaces news -
Council Leader revisits Panattoni Park as first unit completed
The first speculative warehouse at Panattoni Park has now reached practical completion and is ready for occupation.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd March 2026 in Business and investment news -
New cameras piloted to catch speeding drivers in Swindon
The first of five new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras has been installed by Swindon Borough Council, as part of ongoing work to make roads safer.
Published: Monday, 2nd March 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council vehicle fleet to switch to greener fuel
Swindon Borough Council’s vehicle fleet will no longer be powered by fossil fuels as a renewable biofuel will be phased in from next month.
Published: Monday, 2nd March 2026 in Environmental problems news -
First-choice secondary school places offered to nine in 10 pupils in Swindon
The vast majority of Swindon pupils who applied for a secondary school place for the next academic year have been offered a place at their first‑choice school.
Published: Monday, 2nd March 2026 in Schools and education news -
More than £29m to be spent on Swindon’s roads in next four years
Tens of millions of pounds will be spent improving Swindon’s roads over the next few years as part of a new programme that will be discussed by councillors next week.
Published: Friday, 27th February 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council approves extension of Council Tax exemption for care leavers
Care‑experienced young people will benefit from extended Council Tax support up to the age of 25, no matter where they live in the UK, through Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Friday, 27th February 2026 in Council Tax news -
Local schools help shape plan to make journeys safer
Local schools have helped to shape a plan for safer school runs for parents and children across the Borough that is set to be reviewed by senior councillors.
Published: Thursday, 26th February 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
New community hub opens at Park Library, bringing local support under one roof
A new community hub has opened at Park Library in Cavendish Square today (25 Feb) - the first of four prototype hubs launching across Swindon this year.
Published: Wednesday, 25th February 2026 in People and communities news -
Majority of tenants support being moved from aging high rise blocks
Proposals to decommission six of Swindon Borough Council’s high‑rise residential blocks and rehouse tenants in alternative accommodation will be considered by Cabinet next week (4 March).
Published: Wednesday, 25th February 2026 in Homes and property news -
Businesses pledge support to Swindon’s care-experienced young people
Organisations across Swindon pledged to support care‑experienced young adults at an event organised by Swindon Borough Council today (24 Feb).
Published: Tuesday, 24th February 2026 in Social care and health news -
Events to mark 40th anniversary of Railway Works closure
A variety of events are taking place across Swindon next month to mark the 40th anniversary of the closure of Swindon’s Railway Works.
Published: Tuesday, 24th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Swindon urges Chancellor to unlock growth potential as part of Fast Growth Cities partnership
Swindon Borough Council has joined five other Fast Growth Cities (FGCs) in writing to Chancellor Rachel Reeves to call for renewed national investment.
Published: Monday, 23rd February 2026 in Business and investment news -
Residents invited to mark COVID-19 Day of Reflection at Lydiard Park
Residents are invited to come together at Lydiard Park next month for a special commemorative service marking the UK-wide COVID-19 Day of Reflection.
Published: Monday, 23rd February 2026 in People and communities news -
Rogue trader given suspended jail sentence for defrauding vulnerable Swindon pensioner
A cowboy builder who manipulated an 85-year-old woman into handing over £26,000 for unnecessary and substandard building work has been handed a two-year suspended prison sentence.
Published: Friday, 20th February 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Swindon ready to deliver growth in Oxford-Cambridge corridor
Swindon is ready and able to play a central role in delivering growth across the Oxford-Cambridge corridor and the wider Thames Valley, the Government’s Science Minister has been told.
Published: Friday, 20th February 2026 in Business and investment news -
Residents share priorities for £20m Pride in Place programme in Penhill
More than 40 residents from Penhill came together to help shape the future of their neighbourhood as part of Pride in Place, a community-led programme that will see up to £20m invested across Penhill.
Published: Friday, 20th February 2026 in People and communities news -
All aboard! New simulator set to arrive at Swindon museum
A new High Speed Train (HST) simulator is on its way to the Swindon Borough Council-owned STEAM Museum in Swindon.
Published: Friday, 20th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Urgent plea for foster carers issued by Council leader
An urgent call for more foster carers has been issued today (18 Feb) by Councillor Jim Robbins, Leader of Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Wednesday, 18th February 2026 in Social care and health news -
New art to brighten up run-down area of Swindon town centre
A town centre street is receiving a vibrant makeover as part of wider plans to revitalise the local area.
Published: Wednesday, 18th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council Leaders welcome Minister’s backing for new Swindon to Oxford rail services
Council Leaders in Swindon and Oxfordshire have welcomed the positive response from the Rail Minister confirming the Government’s support for a direct rail service between Swindon and Oxford.
Published: Monday, 16th February 2026 in Business and investment news -
Plenty of fun on offer at Swindon’s museums this half-term
An abundance of activities are available at the STEAM Museum and Museum & Art Swindon this February half-term.
Published: Friday, 13th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Theatre, murder and dogs arrive at Lydiard Park this year
From murder to man’s best friend, Lydiard Park is set to welcome a bumper programme of events that will delight and entertain throughout 2026.
Published: Thursday, 12th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news
