News archive

News published June 2018

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  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: 21st June 2018
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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: 14th June 2018
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  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: 12th June 2018
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  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: 12th June 2018
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  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: 11th June 2018
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  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: 7th June 2018