News archive
News published November 2021
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Test purchasing catches out shops selling knives to young people
Swindon Trading Standards officers will continue to work closely with local retailers to make sure they play their part in ensuring knives do not fall into the hands of young people.
Published: 23rd November 2021 -
Ofsted report showcases improvements made to services for children with special educational needs and disabilities
Swindon Borough Council and the BSW CCG have welcomed an Ofsted report outlining improvements that have been made to the Local Area’s services for children with SEND.
Published: 19th November 2021 -
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: 16th November 2021 -
Local people asked for their views on former Oakfield Project building and Buckhurst Park community facilities
The public are being asked to share their ideas on how two community areas off Marlowe Avenue, could be improved.
Published: 15th November 2021 -
Memorial service to honour much-loved Swindon councillor
Tributes will be paid to a council stalwart who served local residents for more than 40 years.
Published: 11th 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: 10th November 2021 -
Energy at home: everything residents need to know
Swindon Borough Council and the Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) will join forces this Thursday (11 November) for a Facebook Live Q and A to answer residents’ queries about home energy use.
Published: 8th November 2021 -
Residents urged to think of vulnerable people and pets on Bonfire Night
People in Swindon are being encouraged to use fireworks responsibly and considerately during Bonfire Night celebrations this week.
Published: 3rd November 2021 -
Council helps residents to Be the Change with the installation of new electric vehicle charging points across Swindon
As world leaders gather together to discuss how they will tackle climate change at COP26 in Glasgow, Swindon Borough Council has taken its own small step towards reducing vehicle emissions in the town
Published: 3rd November 2021