Roads, parking and transport news
Bus companies gear up for Swindon’s new bus interchange
Swindon’s main bus companies have warmly welcomed plans to replace the town’s dilapidated bus station.
Published: Wednesday, 18th December 2024-
Council hoping for more funding to continue its war on potholes
Having fixed 3,882 potholes across the Borough between April and September 2024, Swindon Borough Council is calling for further investment into local roads as part of the Autumn Budget
Published: Tuesday, 29th October 2024 -
Council ready for winter with new vehicles and 2,000 tonnes of salt
Eight new gritting vehicles will be on standby to deal with the worst of the weather as Swindon Borough Council makes its final preparations in the run-up to the winter months.
Published: Monday, 14th October 2024 -
Resurfacing programme to get underway over summer holidays
A number of roads will be resurfaced over the coming weeks as part of a major maintenance programme.
Published: Friday, 19th July 2024 -
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 -
Swindon to take important step towards Net Zero with hundreds of new EV charging points
Up to 600 electric vehicle charging points will be installed across Swindon in early 2025, thanks to a successful funding bid.
Published: Tuesday, 19th March 2024 -
Council to roll out adaptive lighting across the Borough
Swindon Borough Council is rolling out changes to the operation of 18,000 street lights from today (Monday, 19 February) that are expected to achieve up to a 25 per cent saving in electricity use.
Published: Monday, 19th February 2024 -
Cabinet to discuss speed limit reduction on Queens Drive
A proposal to reduce the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph on a large section of Queens Drive will be discussed by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week (7 Feb).
Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2024 -
Wichelstowe first residential development in UK to gain travel plan accreditation
One of Swindon’s newest housing developments has been given a prestigious accolade for its work to promote sustainable transport.
Published: Friday, 22nd December 2023 -
New road to undergo safety checks following collapse of contractor
A brand-new road which will provide a link between the 8,000-home New Eastern Villages (NEV) and Commonhead roundabout is likely to open in the spring after the company that built it went into administration.
Published: Thursday, 19th October 2023 -
Major resurfacing to take place in Swindon over summer
A programme to improve roads across Swindon will begin next week.
Published: Friday, 30th June 2023 -
Thames Water’s County Road repairs to continue for next fortnight
A busy Swindon road is likely to remain closed for the next two weeks as Thames Water continues to carry out repairs following a burst water main.
Published: Friday, 23rd June 2023 -
Improvements to pedestrian and cycle routes given major funding boost
Plans to improve pedestrian and cycle routes in Swindon now have extra momentum following a successful funding bid.
Published: Monday, 22nd May 2023 -
Public asked to help shape Swindon’s future transport plans
People who live and work in Swindon still have time to take part in a survey to help inform future plans for the Borough’s transport network.
Published: Thursday, 6th April 2023 -
Residents encouraged to get involved with Coronation celebrations
Local residents who wish to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort are being encouraged to visit Swindon Borough Council’s website for advice and guidance.
Published: Thursday, 16th February 2023 -
Nova Hreod Academy to benefit from School Safe Environment Zone scheme
Nova Hreod Academy is one of 20 schools across the Borough included in the third phase of a Swindon school road safety programme.
Published: Friday, 27th January 2023 -
Key West Swindon road to benefit from much-needed repairs
A main road, which links West Swindon to the M4, will receive essential repairs later this week.
Published: Tuesday, 15th November 2022 -
Further chance for public to see Fleming Way transformation plans
The public will have another chance next week to view plans for the £33m transformation of Fleming Way as well as find out how journeys will be affected as the work is carried out.
Published: Friday, 5th August 2022 -
Whalebridge Junction to undergo improvements as part of Fleming Way upgrade
A town centre junction will be reconfigured to improve traffic flow as part of plans to transform Fleming Way.
Published: Wednesday, 1st June 2022 -
Public to see latest plans for transformation of Fleming Way
This week, members of the public will be able to find out how Fleming Way will be transformed over the next two and a half years.
Published: Monday, 9th May 2022 -
Initial phase of main Fleming Way improvements to start next week
The transformation of Fleming Way will step up a gear next week when work begins on the western end of the key town centre road.
Published: Monday, 11th April 2022 -
New White Hart slip road scheduled to open next week
A new slip road at the White Hart junction is scheduled to open next week after a key inspection was completed this morning (25 March).
Published: Friday, 25th March 2022 -
Council scheme to create new M4 underpass nears completion
A major road scheme, which will unlock thousands of new homes and employment land to the south of Swindon, will be completed in the coming weeks.
Published: Thursday, 24th March 2022 -
Update on Concessionary Travel schemes
Earlier this week, letters were sent out to individuals who currently benefit from the Council’s Concessionary Taxi Voucher and Travel Companion Bus Pass schemes to inform them the services would be withdrawn.
Published: Thursday, 24th March 2022 -
Contractor appointed for major Swindon regeneration scheme
A huge £33m regeneration project, which will act as a catalyst for future investment in Swindon town centre, is a step closer to taking off following the appointment of the contractor for the scheme.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd March 2022 -
Station Road prepares for eco-friendly upgrade
Station Road is set to receive an eco-friendly upgrade next year to help encourage more people to cycle through Swindon.
Published: Tuesday, 16th November 2021 -
Reconstruction work at White Hart roundabout nearing completion
White Hart roundabout will reopen to motorists on Sunday (14 November) following major reconstruction work to increase the life expectancy of the road.
Published: Wednesday, 10th November 2021 -
First phase of Fleming Way rejuvenation to get underway with car park demolition
A town centre car park will be demolished later this month to help pave the way for a major £33m scheme to improve Swindon town centre.
Published: Friday, 10th September 2021 -
New issues with water table force contractor to revise White Hart roundabout reconstruction scheme
Reinforced plastic grids are being added to the base of White Hart roundabout after the levels of groundwater were found to be much higher than expected underneath the road.
Published: Tuesday, 7th September 2021 -
Swindon in the running for zero emission buses
Bus users in the town could benefit from new zero emission buses as Swindon Borough Council makes it through to the next stage of the Department for Transport’s Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas scheme
Published: Friday, 6th August 2021 -
Council scheme to improve road safety around local schools begins its second year
Fifteen new schools will benefit from the Council’s School Safe Environment Zone Scheme (SSEZ) over the next year.
Published: Thursday, 1st July 2021 -
£11.6 million for Swindon as government funds vital new road
New access road between Swindon and the planned New Eastern Villages development will provide faster journeys and enable the construction of 4,150 new homes.
Published: Saturday, 15th May 2021 -
Council scheme delivering road safety improvements to schools across Swindon, nears the end of its first year
Fifteen schools have benefitted from a five-year scheme to improve road safety outside their settings.
Published: Friday, 19th March 2021 -
M4 Junction 15 upgrade making good progress
A multi-million pound scheme, which will tackle congestion and help unlock thousands of new homes in Swindon, is progressing well – with the dedicated London-bound slip road taking shape.
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021 -
Public asked for their views on where new cycling facilities should be located
New facilities for people to park their bikes could pop up around Swindon as a way of encouraging more people on to two wheels.
Published: Friday, 15th January 2021 -
Council appoints contractors for upcoming New Eastern Villages highways schemes
Swindon Borough Council has appointed contractors for the next major highways schemes as part of the New Eastern Villages development.
Published: Sunday, 20th December 2020 -
Shoppers can benefit from extended opening hours and £1 parking during December
Shoppers will be able to park in Swindon’s town centre at a reduced rate in December as many retailers plan to extend their opening hours.
Published: Monday, 30th November 2020 -
Council seeks views on Station Road upgrade
Swindon Borough Council is asking people for their views on plans to make improvements to Station Road.
Published: Friday, 27th November 2020 -
Council to receive more than £730,000 to boost green forms of transport
Swindon Borough Council is to receive £731,500 from the Government to improve walking and cycling provision across the borough.
Published: Thursday, 26th November 2020 -
Council completes work on two schemes to help walkers and cyclists get about
Two road improvement schemes to make it easier for people to walk and cycle around town have been completed by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd November 2020 -
Major resurfacing to take place in North Swindon during November
A three-week programme to improve roads in North Swindon will begin next month.
Published: Monday, 26th October 2020 -
Council to upgrade Marlborough Road with new cycle lanes
Cycle lanes are to be installed on Marlborough Road to make it easier for people to get around Swindon on two wheels.
Published: Friday, 23rd October 2020 -
Council turns Swindon’s traffic lights green
Swindon’s traffic lights have been switched to LEDs as the Council moves towards a greener future.
Published: Wednesday, 21st October 2020 -
Council asks businesses for feedback to inform new plans for Commercial Road
Swindon Borough Council has reached out to traders and businesses on Commercial Road as plans to improve the road are being developed.
Published: Monday, 19th October 2020 -
Swindon awarded funding for new electric vehicle charging points
Swindon is set to benefit from 22 new electric vehicle charging point parking bays thanks to a successful bid for government funding submitted by the Council.
Published: Monday, 19th October 2020 -
Council launches scheme to deliver road safety improvements to schools across Swindon
A scheme to improve road safety and ease congestion issues outside schools is being launched by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Monday, 12th October 2020 -
White Hart slip road to be temporarily closed for next stage of £30m improvements
The next stage of improvement work at White Hart junction will see the A419 southbound exit slip road closed for seven weeks.
Published: Wednesday, 7th October 2020 -
Progress being made at Mead Way, despite lockdown restrictions
Work is continuing to progress at Mead Way, despite the pandemic enforcing changes to the schedule.
Published: Monday, 5th October 2020 -
Whitworth Road to be partially closed as Moonrakers improvement work progresses
A short section of Whitworth Road is due to be closed for an initial period of three weeks as part of the £2.8m improvements at the Moonrakers junction in Stratton.
Published: Monday, 7th September 2020 -
Highways England unveils plans for congestion-busting scheme near Swindon
A multi-million pound scheme, which will tackle congestion and help unlock thousands of new homes in Swindon, will soon get under way.
Published: Wednesday, 29th July 2020 -
Swindon’s traffic lights are going green
Sixty-seven of Swindon’s traffic light-controlled junctions will start to turn green from tomorrow (21 July), and not just when they tell motorists to go.
Published: Monday, 20th July 2020 -
Council awarded funds for road changes to make social distancing easier
Swindon Borough Council has been awarded more than £200,000 from the Government to make changes to the road network to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
Published: Wednesday, 8th July 2020 -
Saving energy in Swindon through LED lighting
Swindon Borough Council has partnered up with SSE Enterprise Contracting (SSEC) to provide smart street lighting across the borough.
Published: Wednesday, 1st July 2020 -
Council submits funding bids to improve rural and suburban bus services
Villages in rural parts of Swindon could benefit from new flexible bus services, if Swindon Borough Council is successful with two government funding bids.
Published: Thursday, 18th June 2020 -
Work at White Hart junction moves up a gear
Work to improve White Hart junction will step up a notch from Monday (22 June) as the next stage of work begins.
Published: Thursday, 18th June 2020 -
Country park season tickets to be extended following lockdown closures
People with car parking season tickets for Swindon’s two main country parks will have them extended by Swindon Borough Council as part of a series of measures designed to support residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
Published: Friday, 22nd May 2020 -
Work to begin on new M4 underpass
Motorists will notice major changes to the M4 motorway near Swindon from next week when a huge engineering project moves up a gear.
Published: Thursday, 14th May 2020 -
Council extends parking season tickets to support businesses during lockdown
Parking season tickets which were due to expire during the coronavirus lockdown period will be automatically extended free of charge by Swindon Borough Council to support businesses and their employees.
Published: Wednesday, 6th May 2020 -
Cabinet approves plan to improve movement around the Town Centre
A package of measures aimed at improving the way people move around the Town Centre has been given the thumbs up by councillors.
Published: Thursday, 23rd April 2020 -
Council extends free parking measures to benefit charities and volunteer groups
Charities and volunteer groups are now able to apply for free parking permits as part of a package of support aimed at helping residents during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020 -
First month of Mead Way improvement scheme complete
Vital work to improve Mead Way is continuing to make good progress, despite the current coronavirus lockdown.
Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020 -
NHS and social care staff to receive free parking during coronavirus crisis
Free parking will be available to all NHS and social care staff over the next few months, Swindon Borough Council has announced.
Published: Friday, 27th March 2020 -
Bus pass restrictions to be lifted for older and disabled people in Swindon
Older people and those with disabilities will be able to use their bus passes before 9.30am from Monday (23 March).
Published: Friday, 20th March 2020 -
Council to make Wood Street safer for pedestrians at weekends
Wood Street in Old Town is to be closed to traffic on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights to make the area safer for pedestrians.
Published: Monday, 16th March 2020 -
Swindon to submit bid to be the first Electric Bus Town
Swindon Borough Council is charging ahead with a bid to the Government to improve the Borough’s air quality.
Published: Monday, 16th March 2020 -
Swindon’s road network to receive multi-million pound funding boost
Roads and bridges in Swindon are set to benefit from almost £5m in government funding it has been announced.
Published: Tuesday, 3rd March 2020 -
Wheely good advice on offer at Council-run bike roadshow
To kick off half term next week, Swindon Travel Choices has joined up with the Beat the Street team to hold a cycle roadshow at the Orbital Retail Park.
Published: Thursday, 13th February 2020 -
Mannington road improvement scheme complete
Shoppers using Mannington Retail Park are benefitting from a scheme which will significantly improve congestion at a major Swindon roundabout.
Published: Tuesday, 21st January 2020 -
Council launches e-newsletter dedicated to New Eastern Villages project
Swindon Borough Council has launched a special e-newsletter to keep residents fully up to date with one of the largest greenfield developments in the country.
Published: Thursday, 16th January 2020 -
People urged to get on their bikes for 2020
Residents are being encouraged to get in their bike saddles to pedal off the excesses of the festive period.
Published: Monday, 6th January 2020 -
Measures in place to help ease congestion for busy STEAM event
Traffic marshals and extra parking enforcement will be in operation in Rodbourne over the weekend to coincide with STEAM’s Christmas extravaganza.
Published: Thursday, 28th November 2019 -
Council has preparations in place ahead of winter season
A team of eight drivers and eight gritting lorries are on standby should Swindon be hit by freezing temperatures over the coming months.
Published: Tuesday, 5th November 2019 -
Plans for M4 tunnel to go on display
A £26m major highways scheme, which is the next stage in unlocking thousands of homes and employment land at one of Swindon’s newest housing developments, will be unveiled to the public next week.
Published: Friday, 11th October 2019 -
Greenbridge roundabout to shine for good causes
The lighting display at the Greenbridge roundabout will be lit up in glorious technicolour over the next few weeks in support of a number of charities.
Published: Friday, 4th October 2019 -
Council exploring ways of unblocking Rodbourne congestion hot spot
Traffic engineers are looking at ways of reducing congestion in Rodbourne, following feedback from local residents.
Published: Friday, 4th October 2019 -
Government provides major funding boost for key Swindon highway schemes
Two major highway schemes in Swindon will benefit from more than £45m in government funding, it has been announced.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd October 2019 -
Public drop-in events to be held for key highways schemes
Swindon Borough Council is to hold a series of public consultations over the coming weeks to give people a chance to find out more about forthcoming highways projects.
Published: Tuesday, 17th September 2019 -
Public asked for their views on two consultations which will shape Swindon’s future transport needs
People living in Swindon will get the chance to have their say on options to improve traffic movements in the town centre, and a new policy which sets out how new developments should make appropriate provision for the parking of cars, motorcycles and bikes.
Published: Monday, 22nd July 2019 -
Council to hold public drop-in sessions for major road improvement works
A set of public engagement events are due to take place over the next few weeks to give people the chance to look at Swindon Borough Council’s plans for major road improvements.
Published: Wednesday, 10th July 2019 -
Wellington Street now open as final touches are made to regeneration project
Wellington Street has been transformed into a welcoming thoroughfare to the town centre.
Published: Thursday, 20th June 2019 -
Last phase of Mannington road improvements to get underway
The final phase of improvement works to Mannington Roundabout will start in less than a fortnight.
Published: Tuesday, 4th June 2019 -
Campaigners encouraged to arrive in plenty of time ahead of Honda march
People taking part in this Saturday’s Unite-organised Honda march and rally in Swindon town centre are being advised not to arrive at the last minute.
Published: Wednesday, 27th March 2019 -
Motorists warned of road closures ahead of Unite-organised Honda march
Parts of Swindon town centre will be closed to traffic to allow for next Saturday’s (30 March) planned march and rally organised by Unite the union.
Published: Friday, 22nd March 2019 -
Council to make town centre car parks free on Sundays
Shoppers and businesses are set to benefit from a new Council policy which will see the introduction of free parking on Sundays.
Published: Thursday, 21st February 2019 -
Preparatory work to get underway ahead of Mead Way improvements
Site clearance work which will pave the way for major improvements to a key West Swindon route will start in a fortnight’s time.
Published: Monday, 18th February 2019 -
Council’s Highways team battles extreme conditions to keep major routes clear
Highway crews are currently out gritting and ploughing Swindon’s major routes as snow continues to fall across the borough this morning (1 Feb).
Published: Friday, 1st February 2019 -
Greenbridge roundabout will shine like a rainbow as Council helps Pride spread its message
The Greenbridge roundabout will be transformed into a twinkling rainbow as Swindon Borough Council declares its support for diversity and inclusivity.
Published: Wednesday, 30th January 2019 -
Mead Way improvements to be shared with public
Plans to improve traffic flow along a busy West Swindon transport corridor will be shared with road users and residents at two drop-in events.
Published: Monday, 21st January 2019 -
New Year heralds the start of work on gateway into Town Centre
Work to create a more welcoming environment for people arriving into Swindon will begin next week.
Published: Thursday, 3rd January 2019 -
Shoppers offered early Christmas present in shape of free Park and Ride
People looking to do their final bits of Christmas shopping at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Centre Swindon will be able to take advantage of a free park and ride service from this weekend.
Published: Thursday, 13th December 2018 -
Plans to transform Wellington Street to be displayed for the public
The proposals to revamp the main thoroughfare from the railway station to the town centre will be on display for all to see later this week.
Published: Wednesday, 5th December 2018 -
Bus companies give thumbs up to Regent Circus bus corridor improvements
Swindon’s two main bus companies have praised a scheme which will improve bus journeys through the town centre.
Published: Friday, 23rd November 2018 -
Council launches consultation on Moonrakers roundabout works
A public consultation has been launched on proposals for major improvement works at the Moonrakers junction.
Published: Tuesday, 20th November 2018 -
Brownfield site to be turned into car park to aid future regeneration plans
Work to give shoppers more space to park their cars has begun in earnest.
Published: Thursday, 8th November 2018 -
Residents praise Upham Road reconstruction works
Work to repair the crumbling base of an Old Walcot road has been welcomed by delighted local residents.
Published: Friday, 26th October 2018 -
Council puts preparations in place ahead of winter season
Preparations are in place should freezing temperatures hit the borough over the coming months.
Published: Friday, 19th October 2018 -
Coate Roundabout improvements rescheduled for later this month
The resurfacing and relining of a busy Swindon roundabout will now take place in a fortnight’s time after the original work was rescheduled.
Published: Sunday, 7th October 2018 -
Council to offer free park and ride service to help tackle congestion
A free park and ride service will this weekend run from Wroughton Park and Ride to Kemble Drive in a bid to minimise congestion around the Outlet Village.
Published: Friday, 5th October 2018 -
Views sought for new car parking standards
Swindon Borough Council is seeking the views of members of the public as it seeks to update its Parking Standards document
Published: Friday, 21st September 2018 -
Residents asked for feedback on Outlet Centre traffic proposals
Proposals aimed at managing congestion around one of Swindon’s busiest retail centres are being shared with local residents and motorists.
Published: Thursday, 20th September 2018 -
Council to seek solutions to Rodbourne traffic problems
Swindon Borough Council is considering a number of solutions to help alleviate congestion in the Rodbourne area.
Published: Friday, 31st August 2018 -
Road improvement works to take place at Coate Roundabout
The Coate Water Roundabout is due to be closed while vital resurfacing and relining work is undertaken.
Published: Friday, 10th August 2018 -
Temporary road closures at Regent Circus for resurfacing work
Overnight road closures are to be introduced at Regent Circus next month as vital improvement works near completion.
Published: Friday, 27th July 2018 -
Council launches pothole campaign following harsh winter
Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are being encouraged to join hundreds of people in reporting potholes so they can be fixed by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Friday, 22nd June 2018 -
Almost half a million pounds to be spent on major Upham Road reconstruction
A crumbling road base will undergo major reconstruction work this summer as part of Swindon Borough Council’s highway improvement programme.
Published: Thursday, 21st June 2018 -
M4 Junction 16 now fully open after multi-million pound upgrade
A scheme to create extra capacity at one of Swindon and Wiltshire’s busiest junctions is now fully operational.
Published: Monday, 14th May 2018 -
Second phase of Mannington improvements set to start
Scheme to alleviate congestion at busy roundabout to resume on Monday, 16 April during off-peak hours.
Published: Wednesday, 11th April 2018 -
Regent Circus bus corridor improvements to get underway
A scheme to rejuvenate Regent Circus and improve bus journeys through the town centre will start on Monday, 26 March.
Published: Tuesday, 20th March 2018 -
Council’s Highways team battles extreme conditions to clear major routes
Highway crews have been ploughing and gritting main routes following heavy snowfall last night.
Published: Friday, 2nd March 2018 -
Greenbridge roundabout poppy display to showcase new digital possibilities
Swindon’s roundabout traditions to continue with unique lighting display for Remembrance Day commemorations.
Published: Friday, 9th February 2018 -
Wootton Bassett Road footway reconstruction to get underway
Major work will see temporary traffic lights in operation during off-peak hours from Monday, 29 January.
Published: Monday, 22nd January 2018 -
Design for multi-million pound Mead Way upgrade underway
Congestion reduction plans reach detailed design stage as key Swindon road gets set for £4m investment.
Published: Thursday, 28th December 2017
