SBC budget approved, with plans to close £32.9 million budget gap

Councillors last night (22 Feb) approved the Council’s budget for the next financial year, which includes plans to close a £32.9m budget gap. A financial health review by the Local Government Association last summer described the Council’s finances as being on a ‘cliff edge’, highlighting how the Council needs to bring its Children’s Services budget… read more

Notice of casual vacancy on Chiseldon Parish Council

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 Pauline Barnes on 15.01.2024. Please see link for details. Notice of casual vacancy on Chiseldon Parish Council

Council’s finances are on a ‘cliff edge’

Senior councillors will meet on 13th December to discuss Swindon Borough Council’s ‘extremely serious’ financial position. The local authority is currently forecasting a £6.5m in-year budget gap and an estimated £14.1m shortfall for the following financial year (24-25) due largely to inflation and the significant additional costs associated with Children’s Services. And the Council’s Cabinet… read more

Have your say: how you can help with our election cycle consultation

From today (14 August) to 25 September, Swindon Borough Council is running a public consultation inviting views on how often it holds elections. We’d really appreciate your help to: Complete the online consultation form on behalf of your organisation Spread the word about the consultation with residents in your network who may be interested in taking… read more

Summary of election results

The Labour Party has won control of Swindon Borough Council, gaining 10 seats following yesterday’s Borough-wide election. Of the 19 seats up for election this year, 11 seats changed hands with the Labour Group taking 10 from the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats gaining the vacant seat in Wroughton and Wichelstowe, which was previously held… read more

Skate Park proposal survey update

The EGPA committee reviewed the results so far of the proposed skate park survey that was launched in March, to see if there was a local appetite for a skate park for kids, and whether a portion of the grassed area at Castle View Road would be a suitable location. The results were polarised with… read more