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Council commemorates the life of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh
Swindon Borough Council invites residents to join in paying their respects to His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
Published: Friday, 9th April 2021 in Death and bereavement news-
Council prepares for Step 2 of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown
In-line with government guidance, teams across Swindon Borough Council are preparing for the next stage of the roadmap out of lockdown.
Published: Friday, 9th April 2021 in Emergency Comms news -
People advised to be cautious during Easter
Local partners working together to provide support during the pandemic, are advising people to be cautious this Easter.
Published: Thursday, 1st April 2021 in Health and wellbeing news -
Council extends £500 Support Payment scheme to include parents and guardians of children required to self-isolate
In addition to those already eligible, qualifying parents and guardians, who need to take time off work to care for a child who is self-isolating, will now be able to apply for a £500 support payment.
Published: Monday, 29th March 2021 in Benefits and Swindon Money Matters news -
Residents reminded to look out for poll cards ahead of the local election
Residents should look out for their poll card for information about where they can cast their vote ahead of the local elections on Thursday, 6 May.
Published: Friday, 26th March 2021 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
There is still time to complete Census 2021
Census day was Sunday 21 March but it is vital that those who have not yet completed do so as soon as possible.
Published: Thursday, 25th March 2021 in Consultations, engagement and surveys news -
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery launches virtual exhibition, ‘Optimism: Spring to summer
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery has announced the launch of a virtual exhibition, selected by the committee of the Friends of Swindon Museum and Art Gallery, to celebrate Spring and the prospect of bet
Published: Monday, 22nd March 2021 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Historic Lydiard House given significant facelift by Council
A treasured Swindon landmark has been given a new lease of life following extensive renovation work.
Published: Saturday, 20th March 2021 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Tree planting underway at Highworth’s Pentylands Country Park
Thousands of trees are being planted at Highworth Countryside Park as part of England’s Community Forests’ Trees for Climate programme.
Published: Friday, 19th March 2021 in Environmental problems news -
Groundwell Park and Ride goes on the market
The four-acre Groundwell Park and Ride site on Cricklade Road is now being offered for sale.
Published: Friday, 19th March 2021 in Planning and regeneration news -
Council scheme delivering road safety improvements to schools across Swindon, nears the end of its first year
Fifteen schools have benefitted from a five-year scheme to improve road safety outside their settings.
Published: Friday, 19th March 2021 in Road safety, maintenance and repairs news -
Council launches vision to deliver one of the UK’s most ambitious cultural projects
A bold vision to deliver a Cultural Quarter in Swindon will be shared with major investors and funding bodies through a new prospectus which sets out a clear roadmap for its delivery.
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Swindon landmarks to be illuminated purple this weekend to mark historic census
A moment in history will be marked this Sunday (21 March) as the Census 2021 takes place.
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021 in People and communities news -
M4 Junction 15 upgrade making good progress
A multi-million pound scheme, which will tackle congestion and help unlock thousands of new homes in Swindon, is progressing well – with the dedicated London-bound slip road taking shape.
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Plan to rejuvenate the Oasis in balance after listing application
This is what a rejuvenated Oasis Leisure Centre could look like if plans to give it a multi-million pound upgrade come to fruition.
Published: Tuesday, 16th March 2021 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Get ready for the 2021 local elections
Local elections are being held on 6 May and plans are well underway to make sure they are as safe as possible for voters.
Published: Friday, 12th March 2021 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Extra capacity created on Mead Way as first section of road prepares to reopen
A major section of Mead Way will reopen to motorists at the end of this month.
Published: Thursday, 11th March 2021 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Event organisers urged to think carefully before planning events while future is uncertain
Wiltshire leaders are urging people to think carefully before organising events post-21 June while there is still uncertainty over data and what the future holds.
Published: Thursday, 11th March 2021 in Health and safety news -
Campaign aims to show residents the life-changing impact their council tax has on those most in need in Swindon
With council tax bills being delivered to households in Swindon this week, the message from the Council is that it is here for Swindon and its residents, throughout and after the pandemic.
Published: Wednesday, 10th March 2021 in Children and young people news -
Swindon helped to bounce back thanks to £19.5m for town centre regeneration projects
Swindon has been successful in its bid for a share of the Government’s Towns Fund.
Published: Wednesday, 3rd March 2021 in Business and investment news -
Council to host live Q&A session as children prepare to return to school from Monday
Swindon Borough Council supports schools and settings to welcome more children back from Monday 8 March.
Published: Tuesday, 2nd March 2021 in Schools and education news -
Waste crews collect over 2,300 tonnes of recycling at Christmas
Swindon Borough Council’s waste crews collected a massive 2,358 tonnes of mixed recycling over the course of nine weeks this Christmas.
Published: Monday, 1st March 2021 in Bins, rubbish and recycling news -
Most pupils receive their first choice secondary school on National Offer Day
Today (1 March), 87 per cent of Swindon pupils due to start secondary school in September were offered a place at their first choice school.
Published: Monday, 1st March 2021 in School places and admissions news -
Cabinet to discuss options for bringing Corn Exchange back to life
The future of a much-loved heritage building will be the focus of councillors at the next meeting of Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet (3 March).
Published: Friday, 26th February 2021 in Planning and regeneration news -
Office for National Statistics and Council working together to deliver a successful Census 2021
The Census 2021 is being held on 21 March and residents are urged to get ready.
Published: Thursday, 25th February 2021 in People and communities news -
Hundreds of people answer Council’s SOS for vaccination centre volunteers
People in Swindon have once again shown their community spirit by coming forward in their droves to help the national vaccination effort.
Published: Thursday, 25th February 2021 in Health and wellbeing news -
Art on Tour offers a daily dose of art for staff at COVID Vaccination Centre
Staff and volunteers at the COVID vaccination centre at STEAM will be given their own little shot in the arm in the shape of a new art display designed to give them a boost while they are on their much-needed breaks.
Published: Friday, 19th February 2021 in Health and wellbeing news -
Honda workers access thousands of training courses ahead of plant’s closure
Almost all workers who have left Honda of the UK Manufacturing (Honda) in the initial phases of its redundancy programme have successfully moved on to the next steps of their careers.
Published: Friday, 19th February 2021 in Business and investment news -
COVID task group makes vaccination appeal to Swindon’s BAME communities
A special task group, which was set up to understand why COVID-19 has disproportionally affected Swindon's BAME (Black and Asian Minority Ethnic) residents, has held its first meeting.
Published: Thursday, 18th February 2021 in Health and wellbeing news -
Public invited to help develop plan to improve Swindon’s country parks
Members of the public are being encouraged to help shape an exciting plan to enhance Swindon’s country parks over the next four years.
Published: Tuesday, 16th February 2021 in Recreation, leisure and culture news
