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News published August 2026
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Fleming Way bus interchange reaches one-year anniversary
With the Fleming Way bus interchange reaching its one-year anniversary, Swindon’s two main bus companies have praised the positive impact it has had on passenger experience and service reliability.
Published: 28th August 2026 -
Council doubles CCTV coverage in car parks to deter anti-social behaviour
A push to deter anti-social behaviour in council-owned town centre car parks is underway as work continues on The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: 27th August 2026 -
Councillors and community volunteers join forces for The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
More than 40 Borough and parish councillors from across Swindon joined forces with community volunteers on Saturday (22 Aug) to contribute to The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: 24th August 2026 -
Swindon students celebrate GCSE success
Students across Swindon are celebrating today (20 Aug) after receiving their GCSE results, marking the culmination of years of hard work and dedication.
Published: 20th August 2026 -
Celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a Day at the Wharf
Families can celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a day filled with fun and activities in the town centre.
Published: 20th August 2026 -
Community Payback sessions support The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
People serving community sentences are helping to improve Swindon town centre this month as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: 19th August 2026 -
Council Leader visits Kerr Office Group to discuss growth and investment opportunities in Swindon
As Swindon continues to attract significant investment and strengthen its position as a hub for business growth, Leader of the Council, Cllr Gary Sumner, visited local company Kerr Office Group.
Published: 14th August 2026 -
Borough-wide success as Swindon students receive A-Level and T-Level results
Students across Swindon are taking the next step towards their futures today, as A-Level and T-Level results reveal another year of excellent achievement across the Borough.
Published: 13th August 2026 -
Swindon submits bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
The bid to make Swindon the UK City of Culture 2029 has been officially submitted by Swindon Borough Council and Swindon Culture Collective, setting out a plan to use culture as a catalyst.
Published: 12th August 2026 -
Power-washing underway as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
Power-washing of paved areas in Swindon town centre begins today as part of the ongoing public realm improvements being delivered through The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: 10th August 2026
