https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news Swindon Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:04:11 +0000 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:04:11 +0000 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1431/town_centre_set_for_a_global_feast_as_continental_market_arrives Residents and visitors can discover flavours from around the world when a Continental Market comes to the town centre next month. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:19:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1430/young_entrepreneurs_making_formula_1_parts_drive_business_growth_in_swindon Three young engineers who launched their own precision engineering company are now producing specialist components for a huge variety of customers across some of the UK’s most advanced industries. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1429/local_people_invited_to_shape_swindons_future_as_local_plan_consultation_opens Residents, businesses and community groups are being encouraged to have their say on a draft Local Plan that will help shape how Swindon grows and develops over the next 20 years. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:38:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1428/new_campaign_asks_people_who_smoke_in_swindon_what_will_you_miss People who smoke in Swindon are being encouraged to think about the moments that matter most to them, as a major regional campaign launches to help more people quit smoking for good. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:10:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1427/council_moves_forward_with_bridge_repairs_to_remove_construction_traffic_from_residential_roads Swindon Borough Council is progressing plans to repair the bridge on the Southern Connector Road (SCR) so New Eastern Villages construction traffic can be taken off nearby residential roads. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1426/volunteers_help_protect_rare_newts_as_swindons_wildlife_habitats_get_a_helping_hand Residents are being encouraged to get involved in practical conservation work across Swindon to help Wiltshire Wildlife Trust protect and enhance habitats for one of the UK’s rarest amphibians. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1425/why_putting_the_right_waste_in_the_right_bin_matters Local people are being urged to think before they throw rubbish away this Recycle Week. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:08:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1424/wanborough_tennis_club_serves_up_success_with_prestigious_lta_status Councillors have praised Wanborough Tennis Club after it was selected by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) as a performance centre for Under 10 players. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1423/consultation_on_post_16_send_transport_charges_launched A public consultation has opened on proposals to introduce an annual charge for young people aged 16 to 18 who use the Council’s SEND home‑to‑school transport service. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1422/new_play_space_created_for_crowdys_hill_school A new play space for children at Crowdys Hill School has been created thanks to Swindon Borough Council and its highways contractor. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1421/reminder_that_support_is_available_with_swindon_above_national_average_for_preventing_homelessness Residents who are homeless or worried about losing their home are being reminded that support is available in Swindon. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1420/discover_the_best_of_steam_at_the_golden_age_festival Visitors are invited to step back in time this autumn as STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway hosts its Golden Age Festival. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:55:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1419/swindon_cements_reputation_as_uks_autonomous_systems_powerhouse A year after being highlighted in the Government's landmark Defence Industrial Strategy: Making Defence an Engine for Growth, Swindon is strengthening its position as a UK hub for defence technology. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:44:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1418/discover_an_exciting_autumn_of_events_at_lydiard_park Summer may be drawing to a close, but there’s plenty to look forward to at Lydiard Park this autumn, with an exciting programme of events taking place throughout September and October. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:44:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1417/magic_of_the_night_sky_to_come_alive_in_town_centre The magic of the night sky will come alive in the town centre this autumn thanks to a new pop-up planetarium. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:43:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1416/council_submits_plans_for_new_childrens_home_to_help_keep_vulnerable_young_people_close_to_home A planning application to convert a recently purchased property in Wichelstowe into a new children’s home has been submitted by Swindon Borough Council. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:02:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1415/over_eight_tonnes_of_waste_cleared_in_big_town_centre_clean-up Over eight tonnes of litter, overgrown vegetation and fly-tipped waste has been removed from Swindon town centre by volunteers working alongside council teams as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:03:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1414/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. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:05:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1413/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. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:34:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1412/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. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:36:00 +0100