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News published January 2022
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Recycling box collections this week
Due to a surge in staff shortages because of COVID-19 cases in our Waste and Recycling team, we have made the difficult decision to suspend recycling box collections for the rest of this week.
Published: 31st January 2022 -
Changes to recycling box collections this week
Swindon Borough Council has suspended recycling box collections for the remainder of this week due to a surge in staff shortages in its Waste and Recycling team.
Published: 31st January 2022 -
Residents encouraged to bring out the bunting for Platinum Jubilee celebrations
Local people who wish to celebrate The Queen’s 70-year reign are being encouraged to visit Swindon Borough Council’s website for advice and guidance.
Published: 28th January 2022 -
Renovation of historic Health Hydro moves a step closer
Specialist place and development advisors, Fourth Street, have been appointed to help with the renovation of Swindon's Grade II* Health Hydro.
Published: 28th January 2022 -
Swindon tipped to quickly recover from pandemic
Swindon’s town centre is well placed to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a leading national research and policy institute.
Published: 24th January 2022 -
Get fit for free in 2022 with the Active Swindon Challenge
The Active Swindon Challenge is back for 2022 with a new app, which rewards players for substituting car journeys with active travel.
Published: 19th January 2022 -
Art on Tour kicks off 2022 with new exhibitions
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery will kick off 2022 with three new exhibitions and a series of art talks, as part of its ongoing Art on Tour programme.
Published: 17th January 2022 -
Business case submitted to the Government for new community digital media facility
Plans to transform part of Brunel’s historic former Carriage Works in Swindon into a vibrant hub for learning, creative and digital technology industries have been submitted to the Government.
Published: 14th January 2022 -
Free taxi to COVID-19 vaccination available to those who need it
Grab a cab to a vaccine appointment and protect yourself against COVID-19.
Published: 7th January 2022