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£11.6 million for Swindon as government funds vital new road
New access road between Swindon and the planned New Eastern Villages development will provide faster journeys and enable the construction of 4,150 new homes.
Published: Saturday, 15th May 2021 in Roads, parking and transport news-
Public urged to be a team player and support their communities during the Euros
Wiltshire Police, along with Wiltshire Council and Swindon Borough Council, have teamed up to offer advice on making the most of the European Championships tournament which start tomorrow (11 June).
Published: Thursday, 10th June 2021 in Health and wellbeing news -
Survey launched to plan future of GWR Park on Faringdon Road
The recent pandemic has highlighted how important parks and green spaces are to the people of Swindon.
Published: Monday, 17th May 2021 in Consultations, engagement and surveys news -
Progress on new M4 underpass continues, as next stage of the scheme begins next week
Work to construct the Wichelstowe Southern Access (WSA), a new underpass beneath the M4, will move to stage four next week, with all associated traffic management to be removed from the motorway.
Published: Thursday, 13th May 2021 in Highways news -
Swindon residents thanked for their response to the census, with 97 per cent of households in England and Wales completing their survey
The response to Census 2021 has exceeded all expectations, with 97 per cent of households across England and Wales making sure they count when it comes to local services like school places, GP surgeri
Published: Thursday, 13th May 2021 in Consultations, engagement and surveys news -
Results of Wiltshire and Swindon Police and Crime Commissioner election
The count for the Wiltshire and Swindon Police and Crime Commissioner elections has been completed today (Monday 10 May).
Published: Monday, 10th May 2021 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Council get behind national fostering campaign to find new foster carers in Swindon
Swindon Borough Council is supporting Foster Care Fortnight, a national campaign from the Fostering Network, in the hope of inspiring more people in the town to become foster carers.
Published: Monday, 10th May 2021 in Fostering a child news -
Conservatives increase majority following local election
The Conservative Party has increased its majority to 15 seats in the Swindon Borough Council Chamber following yesterday’s Borough-wide election.
Published: Friday, 7th May 2021 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Organisations in Swindon are invited to apply for the UK Community Renewal Fund
Organisations in Swindon are being encouraged by the Council to apply for government funding which is available as part of the UK Community Renewal Fund (UK CRF).
Published: Tuesday, 4th May 2021 in Business and investment news -
Art on Tour offers another dose of art for staff and volunteers at COVID vaccination centre
An art exhibition, which aims to give staff and volunteers a boost at STEAM’s COVID vaccination centre, has been expanded after receiving rave reviews.
Published: Friday, 30th April 2021 in Arts and entertainment news -
Swindon voters asked to wear a face covering and take a pen or pencil to vote ahead of next week’s local elections
With less than a week to go before the local elections, residents are being reminded to wear a face covering and take their own pen or pencil when they cast their votes.
Published: Friday, 30th April 2021 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Council’s Admissions Team ensure most children get into their first choice primary school
The vast majority of children due to start primary school in September have today (16 April) been offered a place at their first choice school.
Published: Friday, 16th April 2021 in Schools and education news -
Nine out of ten households across England and Wales have now completed the Census
Nine out of ten households across England and Wales have completed their census questionnaire – but everyone must take part.
Published: Tuesday, 13th April 2021 in Consultations, engagement and surveys news -
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
