https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news Swindon Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:53:18 +0000 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:53:18 +0000 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 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1398/council_calls_on_2000_homeowners_and_landlords_to_support_swindon_town_centre_clean-up More than 2,000 private homeowners and landlords are being encouraged to help improve the appearance of Swindon town centre as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up this summer. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:14:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1397/stay_cool_at_swindons_museums_this_summer If you’re looking to beat the heat this summer, look no further than Swindon Borough Council’s trio of museums. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:21:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1396/businesses_encouraged_to_back_swindons_city_of_culture_2029_bid Local businesses are being encouraged to get behind Swindon’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, as the town prepares the next stage of its bid submission. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:08:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1395/property_owners_urged_to_fix_eyesores_as_part_of_the_big_town_centre_clean-up Town centre businesses and property owners are being asked to play their part in Swindon Borough Council's The Big Town Centre Clean-Up later this summer. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:44:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1394/summer_support_and_activities_available_for_families_across_swindon Families across Swindon can enjoy a summer packed with free and low-cost activities, events and attractions alongside a wide range of financial, food and family support throughout the holidays. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:15:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1393/new_swing_bridge_installed_as_major_milestone_reached_for_wichelstowe_canal A significant new chapter in the ongoing restoration of the Wilts & Berks Canal has been marked with the installation of a new swing bridge at Wichelstowe. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:08:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1392/wiltshire_landscape_highlighted_in_new_exhibition A new exhibition has opened at Museum & Art Swindon, highlighting how artist John Piper (1903-92) responded to the landscape and architecture of Wiltshire and Dorset. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1391/council_responds_to_governments_funding_blow_for_new_eastern_villages_schools The councillor responsible for education in Swindon has expressed her disappointment following the Government’s decision not to proceed with free school funding for two planned schools in the NEV. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1390/the_big_town_centre_clean-up_to_deliver_visible_improvements_this_summer Street cleaning, graffiti removal, paving repairs, weed clearance and bench refurbishments will all form part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:02:00 +0100 https://www.swindon.gov.uk/news/article/1389/inclusive_theatre_group_takes_centre_stage_in_support_of_swindons_city_of_culture_bid As Swindon prepares to submit its UK City of Culture 2029 bid next month, Deputy Leader of Swindon Borough Council, Councillor Jake Chandler, visited the Partners Theatre Company. 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