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Trusted solar panel installation available at lower prices for residents through group buying initiative Solar Together
Wiltshire Council and Swindon Borough Council are working in partnership with iChoosr, independent experts in group buying, to launch the third Solar Together scheme.
Published: Monday, 17th June 2024 in Climate change news-
Local volunteers spruce up Broadgreen
Volunteer litter pickers joined local agencies for a community clean-up day in Broadgreen this morning (29 June).
Published: Saturday, 29th June 2024 in People and communities news -
Summer Reading Challenge returns next week
A celebration of creativity will be at the centre of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, which gets underway next weekend (6 July).
Published: Friday, 28th June 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Community invited to come together for Broadgreen clean-up
Local people are being invited to take part in a community clean-up to brighten up the Broadgreen area next weekend.
Published: Thursday, 20th June 2024 in People and communities news -
Two North Swindon roads to be closed overnight for resurfacing
Work to improve the surface of two roads in North Swindon will be carried out next week.
Published: Wednesday, 19th June 2024 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Comic Con returns to Swindon’s STEAM Museum this month
Stars of the big and small screen will once again descend on Swindon, as the Film and Comic Con extravaganza returns to the STEAM Museum this month.
Published: Friday, 7th June 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Tributes pour in for former stalwart Conservative councillor
Council members from across the political divide have paid tribute to one of the Borough’s most dedicated councillors, who passed away suddenly last week (30 May).
Published: Tuesday, 4th June 2024 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Public in Swindon warned about the dangers of synthetic opioids
Swindon Borough Council’s Director of Public Health is urging users of heroin and crack cocaine to take extra precautions following increased reports of powerful synthetic opioids.
Published: Tuesday, 4th June 2024 in Health and wellbeing news -
More adapted bungalows being built in Moredon
A further eight homes are being built in Moredon to support people with disabilities or those who require live-in care.
Published: Wednesday, 29th May 2024 in Social care and health news -
Golf at Coate Water to reopen this summer
The Coate Water pitch and putt and crazy golf course will reopen this July!
Published: Friday, 24th May 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council taking legal advice over Abbey Stadium development
The Leader of Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the local authority is reviewing the planning requirements for the development around the outside of the Abbey Stadium to ascertain if they have been breached.
Published: Thursday, 23rd May 2024 in Planning and regeneration news -
Adapted bungalows being built in Walcot
Work to build three new adaptable bungalows in Walcot has begun.
Published: Wednesday, 22nd May 2024 in Council housing news -
Major milestone in Oasis revamp as development agreement signed
An agreement to refurbish the Oasis Leisure Centre has been signed, paving the way for plans to be submitted later this year.
Published: Friday, 17th May 2024 in Planning and regeneration news -
Post-war music scene items wanted for Museum & Art Swindon
The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and The Who are just some of the huge bands who have played in Swindon over the years.
Published: Tuesday, 14th May 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Foster carers across Swindon share their fondest fostering memories
As part of The Fostering Network's annual Foster Care Fortnight campaign (13-26 May), foster carers across Swindon will be sharing their fondest memories of caring for the children they provide loving
Published: Monday, 13th May 2024 in Social care and health news -
Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner election 2024 – result declared
The count for the Wiltshire and Swindon Police and Crime Commissioner election has been completed today (4 May 2024) and the result declared.
Published: Saturday, 4th May 2024 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Labour retain control of Council with increased 25-seat majority
The Labour Party has increased its majority and retained control of Swindon Borough Council following yesterday’s (2 May) Borough-wide election.
Published: Friday, 3rd May 2024 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Swindon Town players show their support for Council’s foster carers
Swindon Town Football Club teamed up with Swindon Borough Council’s fostering team to back their appeal for more foster carers to come forward and provide loving homes for children who have no-one to
Published: Tuesday, 30th April 2024 in Social care and health news -
Swindon Town players to show their support for Council’s foster carer appeal
Swindon Town players will wear special t-shirts during the warm-up before Saturday’s (27 April) final match of the season at home to Morecambe to raise awareness of fostering.
Published: Thursday, 25th April 2024 in Care providers news -
A new online tool to stay ‘Steady On Your Feet’ launches in Swindon
An online tool designed to help older adults feel more confident about their balance and ability to get about more safely has been launched in Swindon.
Published: Wednesday, 24th April 2024 in People and communities news -
Council ensures over 98.6 per cent of children get into their first-choice primary school
Almost all (98.6 per cent) children due to start primary school in September have today (16 April) been offered their first-choice school.
Published: Tuesday, 16th April 2024 in Schools and education news -
New war-time exhibition open at Lydiard House Museum
Families looking to immerse themselves in the history of the Second World War over the Easter holidays should head to Lydiard House.
Published: Friday, 5th April 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Poll cards to be delivered ahead of upcoming May election
Residents who are registered to vote in Swindon will soon start to receive a poll card letter for the local election on Thursday, 2 May.
Published: Tuesday, 2nd April 2024 in Councillors, democracy and elections news -
Council recognises building excellence at local awards event
Swindon’s local construction industry was celebrated at an annual awards event organised by Swindon Borough Council’s Building Control team.
Published: Thursday, 28th March 2024 in Planning and regeneration news -
Egg-cellent fun in Swindon this bank holiday
There’s plenty going on across Swindon this Easter (29 March to 1 April), with activities in the Borough’s country parks and museums.
Published: Wednesday, 27th March 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Statement on Abbey Stadium development
An update from Councillor Kevin, Small, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Planning, following the recent request from DPP Planning calling on the Council to change the agreement with Gaming International to amend the use of the Abbey Stadium.
Published: Monday, 25th March 2024 in Planning and regeneration news -
Extra officers drafted in to support fight against anti-social behaviour in the town centre
Wiltshire Police has increased the number of police officers on patrol in the town centre to help support the fight against anti-social behaviour in the area.
Published: Monday, 25th March 2024 in People and communities news -
Green energy boost for Link Centre thanks to £115,000 funding award
The future sustainability of the Link Centre has received a welcome boost following a successful funding bid from Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Saturday, 23rd March 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Councillors call for Thames Water to answer questions on its performance
Burst water mains, flooding, and sewage being pumped into local waterways are just some of the issues councillors want to question Thames Water about at their next meeting.
Published: Thursday, 21st March 2024 in Environmental problems news -
New home for Museum and Art Swindon on track to be completed this Spring
The new home for Swindon’s nationally-recognised collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as artefacts telling Swindon’s history, is on track to open this spring.
Published: Tuesday, 19th March 2024 in Recreation, leisure and culture news
