News archive
News published October 2023
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New walking heritage trail to encourage healthy lifestyles
A new map and trail guide has been released, which aims to encourage people to take a short walk around Swindon's Railway Village.
Published: 27th October 2023 -
Swindon households to look out for letter advising of their new bin day ahead recycling changes
Remember, remember, food waste collections this November! That’s the key message from Swindon Borough Council as food waste collections are to be rolled out to the majority of households from week commencing 27 November.
Published: 27th October 2023 -
Half-term activities inspired by new Orient Express quilt exhibition
This October half-term STEAM Museum is continuing to celebrate the quilts produced by Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) in the exhibition, Orient Express – An Artistic Train Ride Through Europe.
Published: 23rd October 2023 -
Young carers to enjoy all the fun of the fair thanks to The Mayor
A special half-term treat has been organised for young carers in Swindon, thanks to Swindon Mayor, Councillor Barbara Parry.
Published: 23rd October 2023 -
Youth Safety Summit to take place at STEAM this month
Tackling serious violence in Swindon will be on the agenda when partner organisations and professionals meet for a special summit at the end of the month.
Published: 20th October 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: 19th October 2023 -
Leaders in Swindon renew their commitment to local smoke-free pledges
Organisations from across Swindon have re-affirmed their commitment to tackling health inequalities and reducing smoking rates.
Published: 18th October 2023 -
New football pitch the first facility to open ahead of Moredon Sporting Hub completion
Footballers of all ages and abilities in Swindon have a new place to show off their skills after a brand-new 3G pitch was unveiled ahead of schedule at the new Moredon Sporting Hub.
Published: 17th October 2023 -
Councillors vote to change election cycle to ‘all-out’ elections in Swindon
Residents in Swindon will now only be asked to vote for their local councillors once every four years following an Extraordinary Council meeting last night (12 Oct).
Published: 13th October 2023 -
Almost half of households have received new containers ahead of upcoming waste and recycling changes
Tens of thousands of households across Swindon have already received their new food waste caddies and weighted bag ahead of the roll out of weekly food waste collections.
Published: 9th October 2023
