https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news Swindon Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:30:42 +0000 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:30:42 +0000 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1439/new_chapter_for_lydiard_house_as_sixth_form_transformation_gets_underway Work is underway to give historic Lydiard House a new lease of life, creating high-quality teaching and learning spaces for around 120 sixth-form students and staff. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:25:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1438/government_approves_swindons_send_reform_plan_to_improve_support_for_children_and_young_people Children and young people with SEND in Swindon are set to benefit from improvements to local services and support after the Government approved the Borough Council’s SEND Reform Plan. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:20:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1437/next_phase_of_wichelstowe_development_reaches_significant_milestone Work could soon start on the next phase of Wichelstowe, Swindon’s landmark new housing development, which continues to deliver thousands of much-needed new homes. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:12:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1436/building_stronger_partnerships_with_one_of_swindons_major_employers Council Leader, Councillor Gary Sumner, recently visited BMW Group's MINI Plant Swindon to the company’s plans for the future, as well as explore opportunities for closer working with the Council. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:43:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1435/everything_is_awesome_as_great_western_brick_show_returns_to_steam The UK’s longest-running LEGO® fan show returns to STEAM and this year it’s bigger than ever. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:14:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1434/more_than_20_roads_resurfaced_as_2m_investment_in_swindons_highways_continues More than 20 roads have been resurfaced as part of Swindon Borough Council’s ongoing investment in its highways network. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1433/cabinet_member_issues_public_appeal_for_more_foster_carers_in_swindon A public appeal for local people to become foster carers has been issued by Swindon Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Education, Councillor Kate Tomlinson,. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:59:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1432/cabinet_to_review_progress_on_improving_council_services_for_residents Making it easier to get help, supporting residents earlier and improving use of technology will be central to the next phase of work to transform services, councillors will be told next week (8 Oct). Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:48:00 +0100 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