News archive
News published March 2025
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Swindon roundabout to be transformed into stunning wildflower meadow
One of Swindon’s busiest roundabouts will be transformed into a sea of colour as part of a project to promote biodiversity.
Published: 21st March 2025 -
Council puts residents’ voices at the heart of adult social care
A new strategy developed alongside residents that sets out our priorities for commissioning Adult Social Care in Swindon has been approved by senior councillors.
Published: 21st March 2025 -
Western Forest chosen to be the first new national forest
A huge new national forest stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips is set to be created, the Government has announced today, Friday 21 March 2025, led by the Forest of Avon.
Published: 21st March 2025 -
House of Lords investment event hailed a huge success
An event to showcase why now is an ideal time to invest in Swindon has been described as an overwhelming success.
Published: 20th March 2025 -
Care home ‘Olympians’ complete Senior Games programme
Care home residents across the Borough received awards yesterday (18 March) for taking part in a special programme designed to improve their health and wellbeing.
Published: 19th March 2025 -
Residents encouraged to celebrate VE Day
This amazing photo from Swindon Libraries’ Local Studies shows how people in Swindon celebrated the very first Victory in Europe (VE) Day – one of the most significant days in the country’s history.
Published: 18th March 2025 -
Work begins on third phase of Carriage Works regeneration
Work has begun on the next phase of regenerating the historic Carriage Works in the town centre.
Published: 14th March 2025 -
Council’s Adult Community Learning services rated ‘Good’
An Ofsted inspection of free education courses for adults offered by Swindon Borough Council has rated the services as ‘Good’.
Published: 14th March 2025 -
Council-owned homes to receive fire and smoke alarm upgrades
Council tenants are set to benefit from enhanced safety measures thanks to the installation of new alarms and sensors in their homes.
Published: 13th March 2025 -
Easter family fun at Lydiard Park
Families are invited to step into Spring at Lydiard Park this Easter with a programme filled with adventure, creativity and delicious food.
Published: 12th March 2025
