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Swindon to take important step towards Net Zero with hundreds of new EV charging points

Up to 600 electric vehicle charging points will be installed across Swindon in early 2025, thanks to a successful funding bid.

Published: Tuesday, 19th March 2024

Council to roll out adaptive lighting across the Borough

Swindon Borough Council is rolling out changes to the operation of 18,000 street lights from today (Monday, 19 February) that are expected to achieve up to a 25 per cent saving in electricity use.
Published: Monday, 19th February 2024
Cabinet to discuss speed limit reduction on Queens Drive

A proposal to reduce the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph on a large section of Queens Drive will be discussed by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week (7 Feb).
Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2024
Wichelstowe first residential development in UK to gain travel plan accreditation

One of Swindon’s newest housing developments has been given a prestigious accolade for its work to promote sustainable transport.
Published: Friday, 22nd December 2023
New road to undergo safety checks following collapse of contractor

A brand-new road which will provide a link between the 8,000-home New Eastern Villages (NEV) and Commonhead roundabout is likely to open in the spring after the company that built it went into administration.
Published: Thursday, 19th October 2023
Major resurfacing to take place in Swindon over summer

A programme to improve roads across Swindon will begin next week.
Published: Friday, 30th June 2023
Thames Water’s County Road repairs to continue for next fortnight

A busy Swindon road is likely to remain closed for the next two weeks as Thames Water continues to carry out repairs following a burst water main.
Published: Friday, 23rd June 2023
Improvements to pedestrian and cycle routes given major funding boost

Plans to improve pedestrian and cycle routes in Swindon now have extra momentum following a successful funding bid.
Published: Monday, 22nd May 2023
Public asked to help shape Swindon’s future transport plans

People who live and work in Swindon still have time to take part in a survey to help inform future plans for the Borough’s transport network.
Published: Thursday, 6th April 2023
Residents encouraged to get involved with Coronation celebrations

Local residents who wish to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort are being encouraged to visit Swindon Borough Council’s website for advice and guidance.
Published: Thursday, 16th February 2023
Nova Hreod Academy to benefit from School Safe Environment Zone scheme

Nova Hreod Academy is one of 20 schools across the Borough included in the third phase of a Swindon school road safety programme.
Published: Friday, 27th January 2023
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
Further chance for public to see Fleming Way transformation plans

The public will have another chance next week to view plans for the £33m transformation of Fleming Way as well as find out how journeys will be affected as the work is carried out.
Published: Friday, 5th August 2022
Whalebridge Junction to undergo improvements as part of Fleming Way upgrade

A town centre junction will be reconfigured to improve traffic flow as part of plans to transform Fleming Way.
Published: Wednesday, 1st June 2022
Public to see latest plans for transformation of Fleming Way

This week, members of the public will be able to find out how Fleming Way will be transformed over the next two and a half years.
Published: Monday, 9th May 2022
Initial phase of main Fleming Way improvements to start next week

The transformation of Fleming Way will step up a gear next week when work begins on the western end of the key town centre road.
Published: Monday, 11th April 2022
New White Hart slip road scheduled to open next week

A new slip road at the White Hart junction is scheduled to open next week after a key inspection was completed this morning (25 March).
Published: Friday, 25th March 2022
Council scheme to create new M4 underpass nears completion

A major road scheme, which will unlock thousands of new homes and employment land to the south of Swindon, will be completed in the coming weeks.
Published: Thursday, 24th March 2022
Update on Concessionary Travel schemes

Earlier this week, letters were sent out to individuals who currently benefit from the Council’s Concessionary Taxi Voucher and Travel Companion Bus Pass schemes to inform them the services would be withdrawn.
Published: Thursday, 24th March 2022
Contractor appointed for major Swindon regeneration scheme

A huge £33m regeneration project, which will act as a catalyst for future investment in Swindon town centre, is a step closer to taking off following the appointment of the contractor for the scheme.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd March 2022
Station Road prepares for eco-friendly upgrade

Station Road is set to receive an eco-friendly upgrade next year to help encourage more people to cycle through Swindon.
Published: Tuesday, 16th November 2021
Reconstruction work at White Hart roundabout nearing completion

White Hart roundabout will reopen to motorists on Sunday (14 November) following major reconstruction work to increase the life expectancy of the road.
Published: Wednesday, 10th November 2021
First phase of Fleming Way rejuvenation to get underway with car park demolition

A town centre car park will be demolished later this month to help pave the way for a major £33m scheme to improve Swindon town centre.
Published: Friday, 10th September 2021
New issues with water table force contractor to revise White Hart roundabout reconstruction scheme

Reinforced plastic grids are being added to the base of White Hart roundabout after the levels of groundwater were found to be much higher than expected underneath the road.
Published: Tuesday, 7th September 2021
Swindon in the running for zero emission buses

Bus users in the town could benefit from new zero emission buses as Swindon Borough Council makes it through to the next stage of the Department for Transport’s Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas scheme
Published: Friday, 6th August 2021
Council scheme to improve road safety around local schools begins its second year

Fifteen new schools will benefit from the Council’s School Safe Environment Zone Scheme (SSEZ) over the next year.
Published: Thursday, 1st July 2021
£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
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
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
Public asked for their views on where new cycling facilities should be located

New facilities for people to park their bikes could pop up around Swindon as a way of encouraging more people on to two wheels.
Published: Friday, 15th January 2021
Council appoints contractors for upcoming New Eastern Villages highways schemes

Swindon Borough Council has appointed contractors for the next major highways schemes as part of the New Eastern Villages development.
Published: Sunday, 20th December 2020
Shoppers can benefit from extended opening hours and £1 parking during December

Shoppers will be able to park in Swindon’s town centre at a reduced rate in December as many retailers plan to extend their opening hours.
Published: Monday, 30th November 2020
Council seeks views on Station Road upgrade

Swindon Borough Council is asking people for their views on plans to make improvements to Station Road.
Published: Friday, 27th November 2020
Council to receive more than £730,000 to boost green forms of transport

Swindon Borough Council is to receive £731,500 from the Government to improve walking and cycling provision across the borough.
Published: Thursday, 26th November 2020
Council completes work on two schemes to help walkers and cyclists get about

Two road improvement schemes to make it easier for people to walk and cycle around town have been completed by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd November 2020
Major resurfacing to take place in North Swindon during November

A three-week programme to improve roads in North Swindon will begin next month.
Published: Monday, 26th October 2020
Council to upgrade Marlborough Road with new cycle lanes

Cycle lanes are to be installed on Marlborough Road to make it easier for people to get around Swindon on two wheels.
Published: Friday, 23rd October 2020
Council turns Swindon’s traffic lights green

Swindon’s traffic lights have been switched to LEDs as the Council moves towards a greener future.
Published: Wednesday, 21st October 2020
Council asks businesses for feedback to inform new plans for Commercial Road

Swindon Borough Council has reached out to traders and businesses on Commercial Road as plans to improve the road are being developed.
Published: Monday, 19th October 2020
Swindon awarded funding for new electric vehicle charging points

Swindon is set to benefit from 22 new electric vehicle charging point parking bays thanks to a successful bid for government funding submitted by the Council.
Published: Monday, 19th October 2020
Council launches scheme to deliver road safety improvements to schools across Swindon

A scheme to improve road safety and ease congestion issues outside schools is being launched by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Monday, 12th October 2020
White Hart slip road to be temporarily closed for next stage of £30m improvements

The next stage of improvement work at White Hart junction will see the A419 southbound exit slip road closed for seven weeks.
Published: Wednesday, 7th October 2020
Progress being made at Mead Way, despite lockdown restrictions

Work is continuing to progress at Mead Way, despite the pandemic enforcing changes to the schedule.
Published: Monday, 5th October 2020
Whitworth Road to be partially closed as Moonrakers improvement work progresses

A short section of Whitworth Road is due to be closed for an initial period of three weeks as part of the £2.8m improvements at the Moonrakers junction in Stratton.
Published: Monday, 7th September 2020
Wood Street closure to come into force this weekend

Wood Street in Old Town is to be closed to traffic on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights to make the area safer for pedestrians.
Published: Monday, 3rd August 2020
Highways England unveils plans for congestion-busting scheme near Swindon

A multi-million pound scheme, which will tackle congestion and help unlock thousands of new homes in Swindon, will soon get under way.
Published: Wednesday, 29th July 2020
Swindon’s traffic lights are going green

Sixty-seven of Swindon’s traffic light-controlled junctions will start to turn green from tomorrow (21 July), and not just when they tell motorists to go.
Published: Monday, 20th July 2020
Council awarded funds for road changes to make social distancing easier

Swindon Borough Council has been awarded more than £200,000 from the Government to make changes to the road network to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
Published: Wednesday, 8th July 2020
Saving energy in Swindon through LED lighting

Swindon Borough Council has partnered up with SSE Enterprise Contracting (SSEC) to provide smart street lighting across the borough.
Published: Wednesday, 1st July 2020
Council submits funding bids to improve rural and suburban bus services

Villages in rural parts of Swindon could benefit from new flexible bus services, if Swindon Borough Council is successful with two government funding bids.
Published: Thursday, 18th June 2020
Work at White Hart junction moves up a gear

Work to improve White Hart junction will step up a notch from Monday (22 June) as the next stage of work begins.
Published: Thursday, 18th June 2020
Country park season tickets to be extended following lockdown closures

People with car parking season tickets for Swindon’s two main country parks will have them extended by Swindon Borough Council as part of a series of measures designed to support residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
Published: Friday, 22nd May 2020
Work to begin on new M4 underpass

Motorists will notice major changes to the M4 motorway near Swindon from next week when a huge engineering project moves up a gear.
Published: Thursday, 14th May 2020
Council extends parking season tickets to support businesses during lockdown

Parking season tickets which were due to expire during the coronavirus lockdown period will be automatically extended free of charge by Swindon Borough Council to support businesses and their employees.
Published: Wednesday, 6th May 2020
Cabinet approves plan to improve movement around the Town Centre

A package of measures aimed at improving the way people move around the Town Centre has been given the thumbs up by councillors.
Published: Thursday, 23rd April 2020
Council extends free parking measures to benefit charities and volunteer groups

Charities and volunteer groups are now able to apply for free parking permits as part of a package of support aimed at helping residents during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020
First month of Mead Way improvement scheme complete

Vital work to improve Mead Way is continuing to make good progress, despite the current coronavirus lockdown.
Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020
NHS and social care staff to receive free parking during coronavirus crisis

Free parking will be available to all NHS and social care staff over the next few months, Swindon Borough Council has announced.
Published: Friday, 27th March 2020
Bus pass restrictions to be lifted for older and disabled people in Swindon

Older people and those with disabilities will be able to use their bus passes before 9.30am from Monday (23 March).
Published: Friday, 20th March 2020
Council to make Wood Street safer for pedestrians at weekends

Wood Street in Old Town is to be closed to traffic on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights to make the area safer for pedestrians.
Published: Monday, 16th March 2020
Swindon to submit bid to be the first Electric Bus Town

Swindon Borough Council is charging ahead with a bid to the Government to improve the Borough’s air quality.
Published: Monday, 16th March 2020
Swindon’s road network to receive multi-million pound funding boost

Roads and bridges in Swindon are set to benefit from almost £5m in government funding it has been announced.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd March 2020
Wheely good advice on offer at Council-run bike roadshow

To kick off half term next week, Swindon Travel Choices has joined up with the Beat the Street team to hold a cycle roadshow at the Orbital Retail Park.
Published: Thursday, 13th February 2020
Mannington road improvement scheme complete

Shoppers using Mannington Retail Park are benefitting from a scheme which will significantly improve congestion at a major Swindon roundabout.
Published: Tuesday, 21st January 2020
Council launches e-newsletter dedicated to New Eastern Villages project

Swindon Borough Council has launched a special e-newsletter to keep residents fully up to date with one of the largest greenfield developments in the country.
Published: Thursday, 16th January 2020
People urged to get on their bikes for 2020

Residents are being encouraged to get in their bike saddles to pedal off the excesses of the festive period.
Published: Monday, 6th January 2020
Measures in place to help ease congestion for busy STEAM event

Traffic marshals and extra parking enforcement will be in operation in Rodbourne over the weekend to coincide with STEAM’s Christmas extravaganza.
Published: Thursday, 28th November 2019
Council has preparations in place ahead of winter season

A team of eight drivers and eight gritting lorries are on standby should Swindon be hit by freezing temperatures over the coming months.
Published: Tuesday, 5th November 2019
Plans for M4 tunnel to go on display

A £26m major highways scheme, which is the next stage in unlocking thousands of homes and employment land at one of Swindon’s newest housing developments, will be unveiled to the public next week.
Published: Friday, 11th October 2019
Greenbridge roundabout to shine for good causes

The lighting display at the Greenbridge roundabout will be lit up in glorious technicolour over the next few weeks in support of a number of charities.
Published: Friday, 4th October 2019
Council exploring ways of unblocking Rodbourne congestion hot spot

Traffic engineers are looking at ways of reducing congestion in Rodbourne, following feedback from local residents.
Published: Friday, 4th October 2019
Government provides major funding boost for key Swindon highway schemes

Two major highway schemes in Swindon will benefit from more than £45m in government funding, it has been announced.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd October 2019
Public drop-in events to be held for key highways schemes

Swindon Borough Council is to hold a series of public consultations over the coming weeks to give people a chance to find out more about forthcoming highways projects.
Published: Tuesday, 17th September 2019
Public asked for their views on two consultations which will shape Swindon’s future transport needs

People living in Swindon will get the chance to have their say on options to improve traffic movements in the town centre, and a new policy which sets out how new developments should make appropriate provision for the parking of cars, motorcycles and bikes.
Published: Monday, 22nd July 2019
Council’s starts campaign to explain how potholes are fixed

The Council is running a two week campaign explaining how potholes are fixed and motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are being encouraged to join the hundreds of people already reporting them.
Published: Wednesday, 17th July 2019
Council to hold public drop-in sessions for major road improvement works

A set of public engagement events are due to take place over the next few weeks to give people the chance to look at Swindon Borough Council’s plans for major road improvements.
Published: Wednesday, 10th July 2019
Wellington Street now open as final touches are made to regeneration project

Wellington Street has been transformed into a welcoming thoroughfare to the town centre.
Published: Thursday, 20th June 2019
Last phase of Mannington road improvements to get underway

The final phase of improvement works to Mannington Roundabout will start in less than a fortnight.
Published: Tuesday, 4th June 2019
Campaigners encouraged to arrive in plenty of time ahead of Honda march

People taking part in this Saturday’s Unite-organised Honda march and rally in Swindon town centre are being advised not to arrive at the last minute.
Published: Wednesday, 27th March 2019
Motorists warned of road closures ahead of Unite-organised Honda march

Parts of Swindon town centre will be closed to traffic to allow for next Saturday’s (30 March) planned march and rally organised by Unite the union.
Published: Friday, 22nd March 2019
Council to make town centre car parks free on Sundays

Shoppers and businesses are set to benefit from a new Council policy which will see the introduction of free parking on Sundays.
Published: Thursday, 21st February 2019
Preparatory work to get underway ahead of Mead Way improvements

Site clearance work which will pave the way for major improvements to a key West Swindon route will start in a fortnight’s time.
Published: Monday, 18th February 2019
Council’s Highways team battles extreme conditions to keep major routes clear

Highway crews are currently out gritting and ploughing Swindon’s major routes as snow continues to fall across the borough this morning (1 Feb).
Published: Friday, 1st February 2019
Greenbridge roundabout will shine like a rainbow as Council helps Pride spread its message

The Greenbridge roundabout will be transformed into a twinkling rainbow as Swindon Borough Council declares its support for diversity and inclusivity.
Published: Wednesday, 30th January 2019
Mead Way improvements to be shared with public

Plans to improve traffic flow along a busy West Swindon transport corridor will be shared with road users and residents at two drop-in events.
Published: Monday, 21st January 2019
New Year heralds the start of work on gateway into Town Centre

Work to create a more welcoming environment for people arriving into Swindon will begin next week.
Published: Thursday, 3rd January 2019
Shoppers offered early Christmas present in shape of free Park and Ride

People looking to do their final bits of Christmas shopping at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Centre Swindon will be able to take advantage of a free park and ride service from this weekend.
Published: Thursday, 13th December 2018
Plans to transform Wellington Street to be displayed for the public

The proposals to revamp the main thoroughfare from the railway station to the town centre will be on display for all to see later this week.
Published: Wednesday, 5th December 2018
Bus companies give thumbs up to Regent Circus bus corridor improvements

Swindon’s two main bus companies have praised a scheme which will improve bus journeys through the town centre.
Published: Friday, 23rd November 2018
Council launches consultation on Moonrakers roundabout works

A public consultation has been launched on proposals for major improvement works at the Moonrakers junction.
Published: Tuesday, 20th November 2018
Brownfield site to be turned into car park to aid future regeneration plans

Work to give shoppers more space to park their cars has begun in earnest.
Published: Thursday, 8th November 2018
Residents praise Upham Road reconstruction works

Work to repair the crumbling base of an Old Walcot road has been welcomed by delighted local residents.
Published: Friday, 26th October 2018
Council puts preparations in place ahead of winter season

Preparations are in place should freezing temperatures hit the borough over the coming months.
Published: Friday, 19th October 2018
Coate Roundabout improvements rescheduled for later this month

The resurfacing and relining of a busy Swindon roundabout will now take place in a fortnight’s time after the original work was rescheduled.
Published: Sunday, 7th October 2018
Council to offer free park and ride service to help tackle congestion

A free park and ride service will this weekend run from Wroughton Park and Ride to Kemble Drive in a bid to minimise congestion around the Outlet Village.
Published: Friday, 5th October 2018
Views sought for new car parking standards

Swindon Borough Council is seeking the views of members of the public as it seeks to update its Parking Standards document
Published: Friday, 21st September 2018
Residents asked for feedback on Outlet Centre traffic proposals

Proposals aimed at managing congestion around one of Swindon’s busiest retail centres are being shared with local residents and motorists.
Published: Thursday, 20th September 2018
Council to seek solutions to Rodbourne traffic problems

Swindon Borough Council is considering a number of solutions to help alleviate congestion in the Rodbourne area.
Published: Friday, 31st August 2018
Road improvement works to take place at Coate Roundabout

The Coate Water Roundabout is due to be closed while vital resurfacing and relining work is undertaken.
Published: Friday, 10th August 2018
Temporary road closures at Regent Circus for resurfacing work

Overnight road closures are to be introduced at Regent Circus next month as vital improvement works near completion.
Published: Friday, 27th July 2018
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
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
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
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
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
Council’s Highways team battles extreme conditions to clear major routes

Highway crews have been ploughing and gritting main routes following heavy snowfall last night.
Published: Friday, 2nd March 2018
Greenbridge roundabout poppy display to showcase new digital possibilities

Swindon’s roundabout traditions to continue with unique lighting display for Remembrance Day commemorations.
Published: Friday, 9th February 2018
Wootton Bassett Road footway reconstruction to get underway

Major work will see temporary traffic lights in operation during off-peak hours from Monday, 29 January.
Published: Monday, 22nd January 2018
Design for multi-million pound Mead Way upgrade underway

Congestion reduction plans reach detailed design stage as key Swindon road gets set for £4m investment.
Published: Thursday, 28th December 2017