Councillors, democracy and elections news
New Leader elected for Swindon Borough Council
Councillor Gary Sumner has been elected as Leader of Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Friday, 22nd May 2026-
Council elections result in no overall control
No party has won enough seats to take control of Swindon Borough Council following yesterday’s (7 May) local elections.
Published: Friday, 8th May 2026 -
Budget to protect frontline services and deliver Swindon Plan priorities outlined
A budget which protects frontline services, supports Swindon’s most vulnerable residents and continues to deliver the long-term priorities of the Swindon Plan, will be presented to councillors.
Published: Wednesday, 28th January 2026 -
Thames Valley leaders to pursue devolution deal
Leaders from across the Thames Valley are progressing plans to pursue a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) for the region.
Published: Monday, 17th November 2025 -
Council makes shortlist of national local government awards
Progress demonstrated by the Council in improving services, strengthening community engagement and its organisational culture, has caught the eye of judges in national local government awards.
Published: Friday, 21st February 2025 -
Will Stone has been elected to represent Swindon North
The Labour Party candidate, Will Stone, has been elected to represent Swindon North Constituency following yesterday’s (4 July) general election.
Published: Friday, 5th July 2024 -
Heidi Alexander has been elected to represent Swindon South
Labour’s Heidi Alexander has been elected to represent Swindon South Constituency.
Published: Friday, 5th July 2024 -
Tributes pour in for former stalwart Conservative councillor
Council members from across the political divide have paid tribute to one of the Borough’s most dedicated councillors, who passed away suddenly last week (30 May).
Published: Tuesday, 4th June 2024 -
Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner election 2024 – result declared
The count for the Wiltshire and Swindon Police and Crime Commissioner election has been completed today (4 May 2024) and the result declared.
Published: Saturday, 4th May 2024 -
Labour retain control of Council with increased 25-seat majority
The Labour Party has increased its majority and retained control of Swindon Borough Council following yesterday’s (2 May) Borough-wide election.
Published: Friday, 3rd May 2024
