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Two Swindon schools aiming to be top of the class in national awards
Two Swindon primary schools will be vying to take the crown of ‘Primary School of the Year’ in education’s own version of the Oscars.
Published: Thursday, 1st May 2025 in Education news-
Response to Regulator of Social Housing Regulatory Judgement
Swindon Borough Council has reaffirmed its determination to improve housing services to tenants following the judgement published today (14 May) by the Regulator of Social Housing.
Published: Wednesday, 14th May 2025 in Homes and property news -
STEAM Museum: Return of the Comic Con
Jedi Padawans, wannabe wizards and galactic heroes will descend upon Swindon’s STEAM Museum as Comic Con returns for the third time next month.
Published: Tuesday, 13th May 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Foster carers across Swindon share their stories
With more than 300 children currently in the care of the Council, and a third of these placed outside the local area, local people are being asked to consider becoming a foster carer.
Published: Monday, 12th May 2025 in Social care and health news -
Partners strengthen ties to help fully restore Health Hydro
A plan to fully restore Swindon’s historic Health Hydro has been given a boost after key stakeholders strengthened their commitment to the cause.
Published: Friday, 9th May 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Council marks VE Day with flag raising ceremony
Local people joined senior leaders of Swindon Borough Council at a special flag-raising ceremony on VE Day to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War today (8 May).
Published: Thursday, 8th May 2025 in Events news -
Young people full of beans thanks to mobile café training opportunities
A group of budding baristas are getting a good grounding in the world of work.
Published: Thursday, 8th May 2025 in Jobs and careers news -
Carriage Works steams onto construction awards shortlist
The restoration of Swindon’s historic Carriage Works has been shortlisted in prestigious regional awards which showcase excellence in the construction industry.
Published: Friday, 2nd May 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Bringing the gharial back to Museum & Art Swindon
Bringing Swindon’s famous gharial back to Museum & Art Swindon (MAS) is no easy task, but a group of young people have been eager to get their claws in.
Published: Thursday, 17th April 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Vast majority of pupils offered a place at their preferred primary school
Nearly all pupils have been offered a place at their first-choice primary school in September, Swindon Borough Council has announced today (16 April).
Published: Wednesday, 16th April 2025 in Schools and education news -
Investment interest in Swindon high following House of Lords showcase
Investor interest in Swindon has been boosted by a recent House of Lords event to showcase the town, councillors were told last night (14 April).
Published: Tuesday, 15th April 2025 in Business and investment news -
Almost 10,000 trees planted in Swindon over past five months
The Borough of Swindon has become greener, thanks to the efforts of volunteer tree planters.
Published: Friday, 11th April 2025 in Parks and open spaces news -
Increased customer service support available in town centre
Local residents who need support with council services can now receive it via one central location in the town centre.
Published: Friday, 11th April 2025 in Libraries news -
Walled Garden in full bloom thanks to Friends
A dazzling display of colour will greet visitors to Lydiard Park’s Walled Garden thanks to the generosity of the country park’s Friends’ group.
Published: Thursday, 10th April 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
New exhibition explores becoming a steam engine driver
Becoming a train driver is the dream of many children, and a new exhibition at Swindon’s STEAM Museum tells the story of those who managed to make it a reality.
Published: Thursday, 10th April 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council raising the roof on town centre sport and activities
Rooftop activities could be a new feature on Swindon town centre’s skyline, if new plans are approved.
Published: Friday, 4th April 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
First phase of £8.6m Health Hydro restoration work expected to be complete by end of the year
Significant progress is being made to bring Swindon's historic Health Hydro back to its former glory, two years on from its closure.
Published: Tuesday, 1st April 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Revolution and Romans at Museum & Art Swindon
Three new exhibitions are opening at Museum & Art Swindon (MAS) in the run-up to its one-year anniversary.
Published: Friday, 28th March 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
New multi-million-pound youth centre opens in Swindon
Children in Swindon now have a dedicated space to socialise, learn and access support following the official opening of a fully refurbished youth centre in the town.
Published: Thursday, 27th March 2025 in Children and young people news -
New Swindon train station entrance to be designed as part of redevelopment plans
Plans to create a new northern entrance to Swindon train station will be worked up as part of a huge regeneration project.
Published: Wednesday, 26th March 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Swindon roundabout to be transformed into stunning wildflower meadow
One of Swindon’s busiest roundabouts will be transformed into a sea of colour as part of a project to promote biodiversity.
Published: Friday, 21st March 2025 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council puts residents’ voices at the heart of adult social care
A new strategy developed alongside residents that sets out our priorities for commissioning Adult Social Care in Swindon has been approved by senior councillors.
Published: Friday, 21st March 2025 in Adult social care and support news -
Western Forest chosen to be the first new national forest
A huge new national forest stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips is set to be created, the Government has announced today, Friday 21 March 2025, led by the Forest of Avon.
Published: Friday, 21st March 2025 in Parks and open spaces news -
House of Lords investment event hailed a huge success
An event to showcase why now is an ideal time to invest in Swindon has been described as an overwhelming success.
Published: Thursday, 20th March 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Care home ‘Olympians’ complete Senior Games programme
Care home residents across the Borough received awards yesterday (18 March) for taking part in a special programme designed to improve their health and wellbeing.
Published: Wednesday, 19th March 2025 in Social care and health news -
Residents encouraged to celebrate VE Day
This amazing photo from Swindon Libraries’ Local Studies shows how people in Swindon celebrated the very first Victory in Europe (VE) Day – one of the most significant days in the country’s history.
Published: Tuesday, 18th March 2025 in People and communities news -
Work begins on third phase of Carriage Works regeneration
Work has begun on the next phase of regenerating the historic Carriage Works in the town centre.
Published: Friday, 14th March 2025 in Planning and regeneration news -
Council’s Adult Community Learning services rated ‘Good’
An Ofsted inspection of free education courses for adults offered by Swindon Borough Council has rated the services as ‘Good’.
Published: Friday, 14th March 2025 in Education news -
Council-owned homes to receive fire and smoke alarm upgrades
Council tenants are set to benefit from enhanced safety measures thanks to the installation of new alarms and sensors in their homes.
Published: Thursday, 13th March 2025 in Homes and property news -
Easter family fun at Lydiard Park
Families are invited to step into Spring at Lydiard Park this Easter with a programme filled with adventure, creativity and delicious food.
Published: Wednesday, 12th March 2025 in Recreation, leisure and culture news
