News archive
News published May 2025
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Highworth golf course options to be discussed by councillors
A proposal which could see part of a former pitch and putt golf course in Highworth earmarked for up to 700 homes, as many as half of which could be affordable, will be discussed by Cabinet next week.
Published: 28th May 2025 -
‘Swindon croc’ returns to Museum & Art Swindon
Swindon’s famous ‘croc’ has now returned to its home at Museum & Art Swindon (MAS) in a new exhibition.
Published: 23rd May 2025 -
Swindon makes waves at UKREiiF
Council Leader, Councillor Jim Robbins, championed Swindon at the country’s largest public and private sector investment forum this week.
Published: 22nd May 2025 -
Response to Regulator of Social Housing Regulatory Judgement
Swindon Borough Council has reaffirmed its determination to improve housing services to tenants following the judgement published today (14 May) by the Regulator of Social Housing.
Published: 14th May 2025 -
STEAM Museum: Return of the Comic Con
Jedi Padawans, wannabe wizards and galactic heroes will descend upon Swindon’s STEAM Museum as Comic Con returns for the third time next month.
Published: 13th May 2025 -
Foster carers across Swindon share their stories
With more than 300 children currently in the care of the Council, and a third of these placed outside the local area, local people are being asked to consider becoming a foster carer.
Published: 12th May 2025 -
Partners strengthen ties to help fully restore Health Hydro
A plan to fully restore Swindon’s historic Health Hydro has been given a boost after key stakeholders strengthened their commitment to the cause.
Published: 9th May 2025 -
Council marks VE Day with flag raising ceremony
Local people joined senior leaders of Swindon Borough Council at a special flag-raising ceremony on VE Day to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War today (8 May).
Published: 8th May 2025 -
Young people full of beans thanks to mobile café training opportunities
A group of budding baristas are getting a good grounding in the world of work.
Published: 8th May 2025 -
Carriage Works steams onto construction awards shortlist
The restoration of Swindon’s historic Carriage Works has been shortlisted in prestigious regional awards which showcase excellence in the construction industry.
Published: 2nd May 2025
