https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news Swindon Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:30:04 +0000 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:30:04 +0000 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 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1411/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. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:16:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1410/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. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:17:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1409/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. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1408/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. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1407/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. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:10:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1406/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. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:33:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1405/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. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1404/council_to_resurface_four_of_the_boroughs_busiest_roads_this_summer Swindon Borough Council will resurface an additional four roads during the summer period as part of work to improve highways in poor condition. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1403/council_takes_fresh_look_at_town_centre_safety Swindon Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour in the town centre after councillors, Wiltshire Police and officers met with businesses and residents. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:07:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1402/swindon_urged_to_get_behind_the_big_town_centre_clean-up Swindon Borough Council is calling on residents, councillors and council employees to roll up their sleeves and take part in The Big Town Centre Clean-Up this August. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:50:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1401/more_than_200_residents_supported_as_councils_new_community_hub_approach_expands_to_central_library Efforts to make it easier for residents to access the advice and support they need, when they need it, are being expanded by Swindon Borough Council as the next phase of its Community Hub programme. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:10:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1400/council_takes_investment_proposition_to_global_aerospace_and_defence_leaders Swindon Borough Council used yesterday’s (22 July) Farnborough International Airshow to showcase the town’s aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing strengths. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1399/swindon_strengthens_ties_with_defence_academy Councillors from Swindon Borough Council visited the Defence Academy in Shrivenham to explore opportunities for closer collaboration on education, skills and support for the Armed Forces community. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0100