Please follow the link below for the latest updates from Your Swindon. This edition covers “an update on our budget, a big thanks to our volunteers, cost of living support and much more…” Your Swindon, February 2023
Swindon Borough Council’s planners have approved proposals to restore the dome of the Oasis Leisure Centre. The building’s owners, SevenCapital, submitted an application to seek Listed Building Consent for the restoration and re-glazing of the swimming pool’s doomed roof, while it continues to develop an outline scheme to reopen the Oasis. The application was made… read more
Proposals to spend over £130m on services to support vulnerable children and adults in Swindon will be discussed by councillors next week (1 Feb). Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve a proposed overall budget of £166.4m for the next financial year (23-24), approximately 80 per cent of which has been allocated for… read more
Swindon Borough Council has received high praise following the latest inspection of its Youth Justice Service (YJS). Inspectors from HM Inspectorate of Probation labelled the service ‘a credit to the town’ and gave it an ‘Outstanding’ rating (the highest it can give) after a recent visit. The YJS works with children aged 10 to 17… read more
Christmas has come early for a number of community organisations and projects in Swindon after central government approved more than £3m in new funding. The Council will receive and distribute £3,279,686 from the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund, which aims to build pride in places and increase the life opportunities for residents. A number of… read more
A proposal to make it easier for residents to access council services will be discussed by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet tomorrow (7 Dec). As more residents choose to use online services, the Council is looking to take its Customer Services function out into the community rather than provide services in a single town centre venue…. read more
Children who love Coate Water have been given an early Christmas present with the news that work to create a new play park will begin in the new year. Specialist play park contractor, ESP Play Parks, has been appointed to deliver the new £500,000 facility, which will be built close to the country park’s disabled… read more
Swindon Borough Council’s Waste and Recycling crews will be out collecting as normal for the majority of the festive season, with only collections falling on Boxing Day (26 December) affected by changes to the usual collection schedule. Residents whose usual waste and recycling collection falls on Monday, 26 December are advised to put their waste… read more
Warm and Welcome Spaces are existing spaces that are being promoted across Swindon this winter, and are available to anyone who might be struggling during the cost-of-living crisis. So far, 10 Swindon Borough Council-run and community venues have been confirmed as being part of the scheme. Visitors won’t be asked why they’re there and there… 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
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
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
Follow the link for the latest local news, events and updates from Swindon Brorough Council, including information on Covid-19 and Avian Flu. SBC local news, events and updates 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
Museum trails, spooky arts and craft sessions, and new special exhibitions are just some of the many activities designed to keep families entertained in Swindon Borough Council-owned venues during October half term. Swindon’s STEAM Museum and Lydiard House Museum are both putting on activities which visitors of all ages can take part in. For more… read more
After Buckingham Palace confirmed the death of Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II today (08 September), Swindon Borough Council has offered their condolences to the Royal Family. At the Civic Offices, the flags have been lowered to half-mast as a mark of respect. A condolence book will soon be made available on the homepage of… read more
In celebration of Coate Water’s 200 year anniversary, Swindon Museum and Art Gallery has loaned a selection of artwork to display at Richard Jefferies Museum. This work is facilitated through the Art on Tour programme, which makes Swindon’s art collection accessible through partnerships across the Borough. The exhibition, Coate 200, will show artworks inspired by… read more
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Time running out for older people to qualify for Government payment as survey reveals extent of cost of living challenges in Swindon Older people on a low income have until Thursday, 18 August to put in a claim for Pension Credit in order to qualify for the Government’s £650 Cost of Living Payment. Announced as… read more
Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure – The Ridgeway, Chiseldon This Order is being introduced to allow for installation of a new duct and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding on The Ridgeway at the junction with Draycot Lane Traffic to be diverted via High… read more
Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure – High Street, Chiseldon This Order is being introduced to allow for Wales and West Utilities to carry out mains replacement works and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding on High Street junction of Butts Road outside No 14…. read more