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Council’s adult social care provision upgraded to ‘Good’ by CQC
Council leaders have expressed their delight after the Care Quality Commission (CQC) upgraded the local authority’s adult social care provision to a ‘Good’ rating.
Published: Friday, 6th February 2026 in Social care and health news-
Council Leaders welcome Minister’s backing for new Swindon to Oxford rail services
Council Leaders in Swindon and Oxfordshire have welcomed the positive response from the Rail Minister confirming the Government’s support for a direct rail service between Swindon and Oxford.
Published: Monday, 16th February 2026 in Business and investment news -
Plenty of fun on offer at Swindon’s museums this half-term
An abundance of activities are available at the STEAM Museum and Museum & Art Swindon this February half-term.
Published: Friday, 13th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Theatre, murder and dogs arrive at Lydiard Park this year
From murder to man’s best friend, Lydiard Park is set to welcome a bumper programme of events that will delight and entertain throughout 2026.
Published: Thursday, 12th February 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
All 57 council seats up for election as Swindon prepares for all-out local elections
Residents across Swindon are being reminded to make sure they are ready to vote as the Borough prepares for all-out local elections on Thursday, 7 May.
Published: Tuesday, 10th February 2026 in Elections and voting news -
Six community projects to benefit from council’s social value commitment
A woodland heritage project, a new youth club and a café offering paid employment for young people in Swindon are just some of the projects that will receive a financial boost.
Published: Monday, 9th February 2026 in People and communities news -
New retail spaces ready to open at historic Carriage Works
As part of the work to bring Swindon’s historic Carriage Works back to life, three commercial units are ready to open.
Published: Thursday, 5th February 2026 in Homes and property news -
Progressive shift in parking pricing strategy to support local businesses
Plans to incentivise shoppers to spend more time in both the town centre and Old Town will be put before councillors next week (4 Feb).
Published: Friday, 30th January 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council Leader welcomes major investment in Swindon’s digital infrastructure
A leading European digital infrastructure provider is making a significant investment in Swindon’s digital infrastructure.
Published: Friday, 30th January 2026 in Business and investment news -
Skate park planned for top of Whalebridge Car Park
Roller skaters could soon be taking their skills to great heights thanks to an innovative proposal to transform underused space at one of the town’s car parks.
Published: Thursday, 29th January 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
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 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Four community hubs to open, bringing support closer to Swindon residents
Transformative plans to create four new community hubs in Swindon that bring services and support closer to where people live will be considered by the Council’s Cabinet next week (4 Feb).
Published: Wednesday, 28th January 2026 in People and communities news -
Local arts and cultural groups unite behind Swindon’s 2029 UK City of Culture bid
“We’re backing the bid!” That was the clear message from Swindon’s arts and cultural organisations today as they came together to support the town’s ambition to become UK City of Culture 2029.
Published: Monday, 26th January 2026 in People and communities news -
Swindon car parks to go cashless
Council-owned car parks across Swindon are set to go cashless before the end of the year.
Published: Friday, 23rd January 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Health Hydro welcomes back swimmers and fitness enthusiasts
Young swimmers made a splash bright and early this morning (19 Jan) as they became the first people to take a dip in the Health Hydro pool following the building’s recent refurbishment.
Published: Monday, 19th January 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Five key roads in Swindon to be resurfaced
Five key roads will be resurfaced before the end of February as part of Swindon Borough Council’s continued work to repair the local highway network.
Published: Friday, 16th January 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Businesses invited to join Swindon’s safe places network
An initiative to create a series of designated safe place for local people has been launched by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Friday, 16th January 2026 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Council Leader shown how Swindon firm is powering the nation
Tucked away in a West Swindon business park one of Swindon’s largest employers is playing a significant role in helping to power the nation.
Published: Wednesday, 14th January 2026 in Business and investment news -
Council cracks down on dangerous car meets with new PSPO
Swindon Borough Council, working with Wiltshire Police, has introduced a new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to tackle dangerous and unauthorised car meets across the borough.
Published: Wednesday, 14th January 2026 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Feedback sought on council’s community alarm system
People who use Swindon Borough Council’s telecare system, and their families, are being asked to give their views on the service to help inform what it might look like in the future.
Published: Friday, 2nd January 2026 in Council housing news -
Busy year ahead delivering vital services and new projects
Making long-lasting repairs to local roads, cracking down on fly-tipping and bringing growth to Swindon are among Swindon Borough Council’s priorities in 2026.
Published: Tuesday, 30th December 2025 in News and resources news -
Swindon bus station set for demolition
Swindon’s former bus station will soon be no more when demolition contractors move in from next week (5 Jan).
Published: Monday, 29th December 2025 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Residents thanked for saving millions through recycling efforts
Residents are being thanked by the Council for their recycling efforts.
Published: Monday, 22nd December 2025 in Bins, rubbish and recycling news -
Motorists to benefit from game-changing funding to repair Swindon’s roads
Swindon Borough Council has been given an early Christmas present from the Government in the shape of £30m to repair roads across the town.
Published: Monday, 22nd December 2025 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Anti-social behaviour falls in Swindon as partners commit to further action
Incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Swindon have fallen by 18 per cent over the past three years, reflecting continued efforts to make the town a safer and more welcoming place for residents.
Published: Monday, 22nd December 2025 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Thames Valley devolution expression of interest submitted to government
An expression of interest letter to create a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) within the Thames Valley has been submitted to government following discussions and agreement by 13 councils.
Published: Friday, 19th December 2025 in Business and investment news -
Swindon becomes major hub for international charity
Swindon has been chosen as the new base for a leading charity dedicated to improving access to books and learning, reflecting the Council’s mission to improve access to literacy across the Borough.
Published: Thursday, 18th December 2025 in Charity news -
More tenants to benefit from home energy efficiency improvements
Council tenants living in Stratton and Highworth will benefit from greener and more comfortable homes, thanks to a £6.5m programme of energy efficiency improvements.
Published: Wednesday, 17th December 2025 in Homes and property news -
Council continues to improve support for children and families, Ofsted reports
The councillor in charge of Children’s Services says Swindon Borough Council will keep up the pace of improvement in the support it provides to vulnerable children and families.
Published: Thursday, 11th December 2025 in Social care and health news -
Residents move into their new fully adapted homes in Moredon
Eight brand-new accessible bungalows in Ventnor Close, Moredon, are now complete with the first tenants set to move in.
Published: Wednesday, 10th December 2025 in Homes and property news
