Petition against digital ID cards tops 1.5 million signatures

A petition calling for the Government not to introduce digital ID cards has received more than 1.5 million signatures. Sir Keir Starmer announced on Friday that the Government would introduce a new ID ...

Council clears 3.2 tons of debris from Stephens Road

A Swindon council has revealed it cleared 3.2 tons (3,200kg) of debris from a single road. Stratton St Margaret Parish Council recently swept Stephens Road, describing it as "the worst road we've ...

Uncertain future for Swindon pub 'no longer on the market'

A pub which went up for sale nearly a year ago is no longer on the market. The Carriers Arms, on Highworth Road, South Marston, went up for sale in October 2024 after landlady Amanda Gaigneroc said ...

Capesthorne Play Area undergoes 'stunning' transformation

Capesthorne Play Area has undergone a "stunning" transformation. The play area in Haydon Wick came to life after the team worked their magic on the Capesthorne Play Area, which was previously ...

Inclusive play area for children of all abilities in Swindon

Construction has started on a new inclusive play area designed for children of all abilities.

A Week That Showed Swindon at Its Very Best - Jim Robbins

This week has shown the very best of Swindon: a council committed to improvement, a community that pulls together in times of crisis, and a town ready to seize the opportunities ahead. We still face ...

Litter-picking station set up in Ellendune shopping centre

A litter pick station has been set up at the Ellendune Shopping Centre in Swindon. The initiative aims to keep the area tidy, encouraging people to borrow litter picking equipment, carry out a quick ...

Haydon Wick event for companions of people with dementia

A café event is being held for companions of people living with dementia. Haydon Wick Council has announced the next event will take place on Thursday, 23rd October 2025, 10am - 12pm, at the Council ...

Swindon firm cuts emissions by more than a third in one year

A Swindon firm has reduced its carbon emissions by more than a third. Medical device manufacturer Vygon UK has cut its Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 36.3 percent, surpassing the annual five per ...

West Wiltshire Crematorium to host community open day

West Wiltshire Crematorium is set to open its doors to the public for a community open day. The open day will be held on Saturday, October 4, from 10am to 2pm, when visitors can tour the memorial ...

Swindon petrol stations - the cheapest fuel this week

To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we have compiled a list of the cheapest garages in Swindon, according to petrolprices.com ...

Wiltshire Council urges families to use swimming lessons

Wiltshire Council is urging families to make use of swimming lessons at its pool across the county. The encouragement follows new research from Swim England’s #LoveSwimming campaign, which highlights ...