Policing has been under the microscope in the last year and I don’t see this scrutiny letting up any time soon – and neither should it. The public want their police force to keep them safe, protect vulnerable people, put victims first, catch the criminals responsible, produce quality investigations and lock the bad ones up…. read more
Chiseldon House Hotel and Restaurant is seeking to fill a number of posts. Please see the poster below for details. Disclaimer: Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note… read more
We had some playground funds remaining at the end of the last financial year so purchased two small items which were installed last week after a few delays getting permissions sorted. We hope the kids like them!
The Chief Constable of Wiltshire Police, Kier Pritchard, has today announced his intention to retire from his role at the end of his thirty years’ service in June 2023. Kier, who has been Chief Constable since March 2018, said: “I have served with Wiltshire Police for my entire career. The opportunity to lead this Force… read more
As the cost of living rises across the board, some households may find Christmas 2022 to be a challenging time. Would you like to help us spread some festive cheer through Chiseldon’s very own ‘Secret Santa’? Chiseldon Guides, assisted by community volunteers, are organising some special treats for people in need. The Guides are putting… read more
Adventure golf and a home for an arts and crafts charity are among the proposals put forward to improve some of Swindon’s country parks. Earlier this year, Swindon Borough Council invited creative, civic-minded entrepreneurs to share their ideas on how the visitor experience at the Borough’s larger parks could be improved. In total, the Council… read more
PARISH OF CHISELDON PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a casual vacancy has occurred in the office of Councillor for the Parish Council following the resignation of Councillor Sanjay Dogra and Raj Patel on 10th November 2022. In accordance with Section 89(3) of the Local Government Act 1972, where the vacancy occurs within six months… read more
Saturday, 3 December and Sunday, 4 December 2022 10:00am – 5:00pm Following last year’s sell-out event, Christmas at STEAM will be returning in three weeks’ time for more festive magic! Browse over 50 artisan market stalls set amidst STEAM’s award-winning museum displays and iconic GWR locomotives. £3.50 for adults and £1… read more
From the gates of Buckingham Palace to the grounds of Coate Water Country Park, a special tree has now found a new home in Swindon. Designed by Thomas Heatherwick, The Queen’s Canopy of Trees sculpture consisted of 350 small trees that were supported by a steel structure built outside Buckingham Palace. Upon its completion, the… read more
The November Edition of the Neighbourhood Watch newsletter ‘ Our Watch’ is now available to view or download: “With the cost of living crisis, many people are under financial strain. Our newsletter highlights were to go additional support and how to support others. We also look at: how to reduce your chances of being burgled… read more
The Parish Council are putting together a parish wide newsletter to be delivered early December. If you have a Xmas event you want to have listed in the diary section then please let me know either on this post or by emailing clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk. We regret we cannot list anything other than date/time/location etc as the… read more
This edition offers a sneak peek inside Zurich offices, information on COVID-19 booster jabs and much more. Click the link to see the latest SBC updates. Your Swindon Disclaimer: Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or… read more
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from the meetings held in October 2022 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Public Campaign for A346/New Road traffic lights The Parish Council have been trying for some time now to request traffic lights… read more
Stay active, meet new people and help the most vulnerable in your local community Are you looking for a new volunteering role which will help make a difference to vulnerable and isolated people in your community? Do you enjoy meeting new people, keeping active and helping others? Your local Link Scheme or Community Minibus Group… read more
Please see attached poster for your information, please feel free to share with friends and family. This free event has been organised by Swindon Humanitarian Aid Partnership. Disclaimer: Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation… read more
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is warning people to not let Halloween become scary for all the wrong reasons. Every year on 31 October, children and adults are injured in accidents where candles or fireworks have set fire to costumes and hair. Plastic capes and bin liners, often used as costumes, are also… read more
Every burglary victim knows the impact is deeper than simply having your possessions taken. Burglary violates a safe space and you expect the police to respond appropriately when you report it. Sadly, that expected police service when you are a home burglary victim has been severely lacking in recent years. This is consistent across the… read more
We are aware that small numbers of dead wild birds have been found at various locations in Swindon and that avian flu has been detected in some of the dead birds that were recovered and tested from Shaftesbury Lake. Wild birds are susceptible to a range of diseases and injuries and not all dead birds… read more