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News published February 2026

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  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: 13th February 2026
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  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: 12th February 2026
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  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: 10th February 2026
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  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: 9th February 2026
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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: 6th February 2026
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  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: 5th February 2026