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Swindon receives further £1.5m to help families with the rising cost of living
Households across Swindon will benefit from over £1.5m of funding to help those most in need to cope with the rising cost of living.
Published: Friday, 25th November 2022 in Adult social care and support news-
Councillors asked to approve new timeline for revised draft Local Plan
A plan to ensure Swindon has the right homes, jobs and infrastructure over the next 20 years needs to be updated, councillors will be told next week (7 Dec).
Published: Wednesday, 30th November 2022 in Planning and regeneration news -
Huge infrastructure investment paves the way for Swindon’s future growth
The biggest programme of road improvements in a generation has been delivered to lay the foundations for Swindon’s expansion.
Published: Tuesday, 29th November 2022 in Highways news -
Façade of Brunel’s former Carriage Works to be given new lease of life
It has stood as a lasting legacy to Swindon’s railway heritage, largely ignored by motorists and passers-by.
Published: Friday, 25th November 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Kebab shop owner banned from operating any food business
The owner of a kebab and pizza takeaway, whose shop was closed due to a severe cockroach infestation earlier this year, has been banned from operating any food business.
Published: Friday, 18th November 2022 in Environmental problems news -
Key West Swindon road to benefit from much-needed repairs
A main road, which links West Swindon to the M4, will receive essential repairs later this week.
Published: Tuesday, 15th November 2022 in Roads, parking and transport news -
10 Warm and Welcome Spaces now open in Swindon in time for the winter
Warm and Welcome Spaces are existing spaces that are being promoted across Swindon this winter and are available to anyone.
Published: Monday, 14th November 2022 in Adult social care and support news -
Genealogy researchers can benefit from free access to 1921 Census
Swindon residents with an interest in local history now have free access to an important database, which provides details of how people lived a hundred years ago.
Published: Sunday, 13th November 2022 in Libraries news -
Lowry masterpieces inspire Swindon schoolchildren
Pupils, staff and parents at Greenmeadow Primary School were amazed when two original paintings by one of Britain’s most famous artists appeared in their school hall.
Published: Thursday, 10th November 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Step into Christmas at STEAM this December
Festive magic will be returning to STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway following last year's sell-out event.
Published: Tuesday, 8th November 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Swindon receives a special gift from the gates of Buckingham Palace
From the gates of Buckingham Palace to the grounds of Coate Water Country Park, a special tree has now found a new home in Swindon.
Published: Monday, 7th November 2022 in Health and wellbeing news -
Swindon Museums benefit from major Arts Council funding
Swindon Museums are benefiting from a major three-year funding package from Arts Council England.
Published: Friday, 4th November 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Investment Zone bids submitted to turbo charge Swindon’s growth
Ambitious plans to create two new Investment Zones in Swindon have been submitted to the Government.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd November 2022 in Business and investment news -
Illegal tobacco seized in Swindon during joint operation
Agencies are continuing their zero tolerance approach to the illegal tobacco trade in Swindon.
Published: Friday, 14th October 2022 in Health and wellbeing news -
October half-term activities at STEAM and Lydiard House Museum
Museum trails, spooky arts and craft sessions, and new special exhibitions will keep families entertained at venues during October half-term.
Published: Friday, 14th October 2022 in STEAM news -
Plans for new Swindon Museum and Art Gallery to go on display to the public
Members of the public have the chance to find out more about the plans for the new home of Swindon Museum and Art Gallery.
Published: Monday, 10th October 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Moredon sports facility reaches next milestone as scheme is put out to tender
A much-anticipated sports hub in Moredon has moved a step closer to being delivered after the scheme was put out to tender.
Published: Friday, 7th October 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Art students get creative with Swindon Museum and Art Gallery
Around 50 art students from New College Swindon took part in Creative Curation workshops, organised by Swindon Museum and Art Gallery.
Published: Thursday, 29th September 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Falcon House to receive new lease of life
A derelict and decaying former office block in Swindon’s town centre is undergoing a Phoenix-like renaissance thanks to ongoing work to rejuvenate the local area.
Published: Friday, 23rd September 2022 in Planning and regeneration news -
Statement regarding XTC Convention
Update following the announcement that the XTC Convention would no longer be held at the STEAM Museum, in light of guidance for the national period of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Published: Friday, 16th September 2022 in Museums, galleries and heritage news -
Changes to Council services on day of Her Majesty’s State Funeral
With the day of Her Majesty The Queen’s State Funeral being marked as a bank holiday, some changes will be made to Swindon Borough Council’s services on Monday (19 September).
Published: Tuesday, 13th September 2022 in Recycling in Swindon news -
Statement from Swindon Borough Council about Her Majesty The Queen
After Buckingham Palace confirmed the death of Her Majesty The Queen today (08 September), Swindon Borough Council has offered its condolences to the Royal Family.
Published: Thursday, 8th September 2022 in Emergency Comms news -
Famous hooter will sound as Swindon Railway Festival makes its return
The famous Swindon Works Hooter will once again sound out across the town as STEAM’s Railway Festival returns to the museum next weekend.
Published: Friday, 2nd September 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
An update on the future of the Oakfield Project building and site
Plans are being drawn up to improve community facilities close to a new eco-friendly development off Marlowe Avenue.
Published: Thursday, 1st September 2022 in People and communities news -
Council to host energy advice Q&A in wake of price cap increase announcement
Citizens Advice Swindon and Warm and Safe Wiltshire have joined forces with Swindon Borough Council to help residents save money on bills.
Published: Friday, 26th August 2022 in Adult social care and support news -
Swindon pupils celebrate GCSE success
Councillor Dale Heenan, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Organisational Excellence, and Annette Perrington, Director of Education, Inclusion and Skills, visited The Dorcan Academy to meet students collecting their GCSE results this morning.
Published: Thursday, 25th August 2022 in Schools and education news -
Council thanks sponsors, charities and volunteers ahead of Ukrainian Independence Day
Tomorrow (24 August) marks 31 years since Ukraine declared independence from the Soviet Union and six months since it was invaded by Russia.
Published: Tuesday, 23rd August 2022 in Swindon News news -
Students celebrate top marks on A-Level results day
Councillor Oladapo Ibitoye, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, and Annette Perrington, Director of Education, Inclusion and Skills, visited Great Western Academy (GWA) this morning to support and celebrate those students who received their A-Level results.
Published: Thursday, 18th August 2022 in Schools and education news -
Swindon’s Great Western Brick Show celebrates 20 years at STEAM
One of Swindon’s most popular events will celebrate its 20th anniversary at STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway with a special tribute to the town’s railway heritage.
Published: Tuesday, 16th August 2022 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Time running out for older people to qualify for Government payment
Older people have until 18 August to put in a claim for Pension Credit to qualify for the £650 Cost of Living Payment.
Published: Monday, 8th August 2022 in Benefits and Swindon Money Matters news
