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Inspector dismisses Lotmead Farm planning appeals
A Government-appointed planning inspector has dismissed an appeal against Swindon Borough Council’s refusal of a major town expansion application at Lotmead Farm, east of the A419.
Published: Thursday, 14th June 2018 in New Eastern Villages news-
Council launches pothole campaign following harsh winter
Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are being encouraged to join hundreds of people in reporting potholes so they can be fixed by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Friday, 22nd June 2018 in Roads parking and transport news -
Almost half a million pounds to be spent on major Upham Road reconstruction
A crumbling road base will undergo major reconstruction work this summer as part of Swindon Borough Council’s highway improvement programme.
Published: Thursday, 21st June 2018 in Roads parking and transport news -
Council supports struggling foodbank
Swindon Borough Council has guaranteed the short-term future of Swindon Foodbank by promising to provide funds during a transition period.
Published: Tuesday, 12th June 2018 in Benefits and Swindon Money Matters news -
Council's social care team praised for successful strategy to help the elderly
Swindon Borough Council’s social care team has been highly commended for its work in caring for people who are frail in old age.
Published: Tuesday, 12th June 2018 in Adult social care and support news -
Council to use £195,000 of Government funding to help town’s rough sleepers
Proposals to help Swindon’s rough sleepers off the streets and into accommodation have been given a major boost.
Published: Monday, 11th June 2018 in People and communities news -
Brunel’s legacy of innovation lives on as refurbished Carriage Works opens its doors
Ambitious plans to breathe new life into part of Swindon’s historic railway works has reached a landmark stage.
Published: Thursday, 7th June 2018 in Museums, galleries and heritage news -
Programme of improvement well underway for Swindon’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub
Swindon Borough Council’s plan to improve its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) has been reinforced following a two-day focused visit by Ofsted.
Published: Monday, 21st May 2018 in Children and young people news -
M4 Junction 16 now fully open after multi-million pound upgrade
A scheme to create extra capacity at one of Swindon and Wiltshire’s busiest junctions is now fully operational.
Published: Monday, 14th May 2018 in Roads parking and transport news -
PopUp Business School inspires Swindon’s up-and-coming entrepreneurs
Budding entrepreneurs looking to climb the first rungs of the business ladder have been receiving expert advice from a revolutionary start-up training company.
Published: Wednesday, 9th May 2018 in Business and investment news -
Almost all Swindon residents complied with new requirement to bring ID to vote
Turnout at last night’s local election in Swindon was higher than in previous years with the Council talking part in a pilot new scheme that required residents to produce ID in order to vote.
Published: Friday, 4th May 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Conservatives maintain control of Swindon Borough Council
The Conservative Party has maintained control of Swindon Borough Council, but with a reduced majority following yesterday’s local election..
Published: Friday, 4th May 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Swindon residents reminded to bring their POLL CARD, or other listed ID on the eve of the local election
Residents who vote at a Swindon polling station are reminded that they will be required to bring their poll card or identification in order to vote in tomorrow’s (3 May) local elections.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd May 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Swindon residents must bring a form of ID to vote at the local elections next week (Thursday 3 May)
Swindon residents are reminded that the local elections are only one week away and take place on Thursday, 3 May.
Published: Wednesday, 25th April 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Most Swindon pupils offered place at preferred primary school
More than 90 per cent of pupils in Swindon continue to be matched with their number one choice of primary school.
Published: Monday, 16th April 2018 in Children and young people news -
NEV transport schemes on display at Grange Leisure Centre on Saturday
Residents have another chance to give their views on proposals for four major transport schemes in the east of Swindon.
Published: Thursday, 12th April 2018 in People and communities news -
Second phase of Mannington improvements set to start
Scheme to alleviate congestion at busy roundabout to resume on Monday, 16 April during off-peak hours.
Published: Wednesday, 11th April 2018 in Roads parking and transport news -
Brunel’s drawing instruments join STEAM collection
Set of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s technical drawing instruments acquired by Museum of the Great Western Railway.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd April 2018 in Planning and regeneration news -
NEV transport schemes to be presented at two public drop-in events
Residents will have the chance to give their views on proposals for four major transport schemes in the east of Swindon.
Published: Thursday, 29th March 2018 in People and communities news -
Residents asked to look out for poll cards as countdown to Voter ID pilot begins
Residents will need their poll card to vote at 3 May local elections as Swindon takes part in Government pilot to reduce voter fraud.
Published: Thursday, 29th March 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Summer opening hours at HWRC to come into force from Sunday
Swindon’s Household Waste Recycling Centre will be open for longer hours from Sunday, 1 April.
Published: Wednesday, 28th March 2018 in Bins rubbish and recycling news -
Local builders and designers recognised at awards ceremony
Building Excellence awards recognises local builders and designers producing good compliance and excellent standards of work.
Published: Wednesday, 28th March 2018 in Planning and regeneration news -
New exhibition to launch at STEAM
'The GWR Publicity Machine' explores the history of the GWR’s publicity department and the wonderful advertising it produced.
Published: Wednesday, 28th March 2018 in Planning and regeneration news -
New hoardings signal fresh start for Kimmerfields regeneration
Proposals for how the site will be taken forward to be presented to Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet in Autumn 2018.
Published: Saturday, 24th March 2018 in Planning and regeneration news -
Work starts on the next phase of development in Canalside
Development of urban café, bar and dining room to continue throughout year with expected opening in early 2019.
Published: Friday, 23rd March 2018 in Planning and regeneration news -
New book to show Swindon life throughout 20th Century
A book showcasing the life and history of an ‘ordinary’ Swindon family throughout the 20th Century set to be launched Tuesday, 27 March.
Published: Wednesday, 21st March 2018 in People and communities news -
The Great Lydiard Park Easter Trail
With the Easter holidays just around the corner, Lydiard Park has a number of Easter-themed events for all the family to enjoy.
Published: Wednesday, 21st March 2018 in People and communities news -
Regent Circus bus corridor improvements to get underway
A scheme to rejuvenate Regent Circus and improve bus journeys through the town centre will start on Monday, 26 March.
Published: Tuesday, 20th March 2018 in Roads parking and transport news -
Chief Executive of Swindon Borough Council to retire
John Gilbert announces retirement from council after almost forty years working in local government.
Published: Monday, 12th March 2018 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Swindon’s home care set to get the family touch
First City Nursing and Care awarded ten-year contract to provide domiciliary care services in Swindon.
Published: Wednesday, 7th March 2018 in Health and wellbeing news
