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Latest news
Thames Valley leaders to pursue devolution deal
Leaders from across the Thames Valley are progressing plans to pursue a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) for the…
Food recycling up by 11 per cent after successful sticker trial
‘No food waste’ stickers will be rolled out on all wheelie bins in Swindon following a successful trial.
Swindon’s faith leaders come together to reaffirm shared community values
‘Let’s build bridges not walls’ was the message from local faith leaders as they came together at Swindon’s…
Majority of postal voters need to reapply under new national rules
On 13 November, Electoral Services will contact postal voters who applied for their postal vote before 30 January 2024…
Latest events
Swindon Winter Fest
22nd November 2025
Join a magical day of culture, creativity, and community as Swindon town centre comes alive with FREE…
Lydiard Park Christmas Lights Switch On
28th November 2025
Gather with family and friends at Lydiard Park for a heart-warming start to the festive season.
Santa Paws dog photoshoot
29th November 2025
Capture your pup’s paw-fect Christmas moments at Lydiard Park.
Festive guided tour of Lydiard House with cream tea
3rd December 2025
Enjoy a wonderfully festive afternoon at Lydiard House Museum this December.
The Swindon Plan: Fairer, better, greener
Read the Swindon Plan that sets out our long-term priorities to build a fairer, better and greener Swindon.
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