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News published March 2026
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Kingsdown Crematorium marks 60 years of compassionately caring for Swindon families
For 60 years, Kingsdown Crematorium has been a quiet constant in the lives of Swindon residents.
Published: 26th March 2026 -
Plans to rejuvenate prominent ‘eyesore’ building being explored
Momentum is building behind efforts to regenerate the area around Swindon railway station, with early work underway to explore options for bringing the long‑derelict Signal Point back into use.
Published: 20th March 2026 -
New social value fund brings life changing support to Swindon residents
Swindon Borough Council’s commitment to social value is delivering tangible benefits for residents thanks to a major partnership with public sector services provider Liberata.
Published: 20th March 2026 -
Multi-million pound rollout of energy-efficient measures to council homes progresses
Hundreds of council homes across Swindon are benefiting from major energy‑efficiency improvements as part of an ongoing £48m investment programme designed to help tenants reduce their energy bills.
Published: 20th March 2026 -
Work begins to deliver ‘transformational’ theatre and concert venue in Swindon
A new 2,000‑capacity entertainment venue in Swindon town centre has taken a significant step forward following a £20m funding boost from the Government.
Published: 20th March 2026 -
Swindon firm raises flag to support council’s place marketing campaign
One of the town’s major employers has nailed its colours to the mast in support of Swindon.
Published: 20th March 2026 -
Swindon’s new youth centre celebrates first anniversary
A youth centre created with and for children in Swindon is celebrating its first anniversary, having welcomed many children through its doors every month.
Published: 19th March 2026 -
Swindon down to the final nine in UK City of Culture 2029 bid
Swindon is celebrating today (18 March) after being longlisted for the UK City of Culture 2029 title, marking a major milestone in the town’s ambitious bid to showcase its creativity and heritage.
Published: 18th March 2026 -
Call for community groups to help shape the names of Swindon’s future streets
They mark important pieces of Swindon’s history and are used to celebrate the town’s rich culture.
Published: 17th March 2026 -
Students looking forward to new sixth form centre at Lydiard House
Plans to create new sixth form teaching facilities at Swindon’s historic Lydiard House have taken an important step forward.
Published: 16th March 2026
