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News published February 2023
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Partners come together to make Swindon’s night-time economy safer
Hospitality venues in Swindon have teamed up with partner agencies as part of an initiative to improve safety and security in licensed premises.
Published: 24th February 2023 -
Council Leader welcomes multi-million pound investment in town centre
Plans to invest £7.5m in one of Swindon’s most prominent office blocks is a vote of confidence in the town, according to the Leader of Swindon Borough Council.
Published: 23rd February 2023 -
Council issues call for development sites to inform new Local Plan
Individuals, landowners, developers and land agents are being encouraged to help inform the first stage of Swindon’s new Local Plan, which sets out how much development is needed in the Borough over the next 20 to 30 years.
Published: 22nd February 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: 16th February 2023 -
Building excellence recognised at Council awards event
Construction projects and the people behind them were recognised at a special event organised by Swindon Borough Council’s Building Control team.
Published: 13th February 2023 -
Swindon logistics firm fined £125,000 for serious health and safety breaches
A multi-national logistics firm in Swindon admitted failing to keep its employees safe at a hearing at Swindon Crown Court yesterday (9 Feb).
Published: 10th February 2023 -
‘No more delay – we need a Tobacco Control Plan now’ urge local leaders
Swindon Borough Council has joined other local authorities from across England in calling for the Government to bring forward a new Tobacco Control Plan for England and to introduce a ‘polluter pays’ levy on tobacco manufacturers.
Published: 6th February 2023 -
County Ground sale moves closer after contracts exchanged
Swindon Town Football Club has edged a step closer to the purchase of The County Ground as part of a joint venture that will see the stadium jointly owned with supporters.
Published: 6th February 2023
