News archive
News published November 2020
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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: 27th November 2020 -
Council and Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust launch campaign urging residents to help protect local health services
Swindon Borough Council and the Great Western Hospital (GWH) have today launched a joint campaign encouraging Swindon residents to follow public health guidance, to reduce Swindon's COVID-19 case rate
Published: 27th November 2020 -
Prints of artwork from the Swindon Collection now available to buy
It is widely regarded as one of the best collections of Modern British Art outside London, and now people have the chance to look at their very own version of the artwork on their wall at home.
Published: 26th 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: 26th November 2020 -
Council team’s award win secures £500 donation for local food bank
Award-winning staff at Swindon Borough Council, recognised for their work in using technology to improve the processing of free school meal applications, have earned £500 for Swindon Food Collective.
Published: 24th November 2020 -
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery launches a new virtual exhibition
Lockdown may have forced Swindon Museum and Art Gallery to close its doors, but people from across the country will still be able to view the town’s renowned Modern British Art collection thanks to a new exciting online exhibition.
Published: 23rd November 2020 -
People in Swindon encouraged to send messages of kindness to care home residents this festive period
People in Swindon are being encouraged to send their best wishes to residents in the Borough’s care homes this festive period, with the launch of a new campaign.
Published: 23rd November 2020 -
Grants available for businesses in Swindon impacted by national COVID-19 restrictions
Eligible firms in Swindon who have been affected by national COVID-19 restrictions can now apply for the next set of government grants being processed by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: 19th November 2020 -
Residents asked to contribute to Council plans to reduce the borough’s carbon footprint
Local people are being asked to give feedback on the Council’s ambitious Carbon Reduction Strategy, which looks to make Council operations carbon neutral by 2030.
Published: 18th November 2020 -
Swindon’s STEAM Museum launches new blended learning resources for schools
In response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway, is adapting its learning sessions and harnessing new technologies to ensure that school children are given the opportunity to engage with culture and heritage.
Published: 16th November 2020
