STFC fans – an evening with Dick Mattis, Wroughton Library, 27th October
Are you a Swindon Town Football Club supporter/fan? Come to Wroughton Library for an evening with Dick Mattick on 27th October, 7.30pm
Spot the signs of criminals targeting vulnerable young people
People living across the South West are being asked to spot the signs of exploitation and coercive control of vulnerable young people. As part of Operation Scorpion, a regional intensification campaign, we are encouraging communities to look out for the signs that a young person is participating in illegal drug-related activities. The initiative, now in… read more
Chiseldon Scarecrow Trail 2023
The Chiseldon and local community put on a fine display of scarecrows for 2023, raising money for charity. A selection appears below – and sorry if we didn’t choose yours! You can see more images at Chiseldon Scarecrow Trail | Facebook. Click on the images to see a larger version.
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). Councillors voted unanimously to change the election cycle from the current ‘by thirds’ model to an alternative ‘whole council’ election model, which would see all seats on the… read more
Swindon Carers Centre – Carers Rights Day, 24th November
View the pdf for full details
22nd October New Road closed – diversion in place.
Please note that a diversion will be in place on October 22nd.
Chief Constable fortnightly update to the Police and Crime Commissioner – 13 October 2023
Communications between the Wiltshire Police Chief Constable and the Police and Crime Commissioner are shared for the interest and benefit of communities within Wiltshire. Dear Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, In light of the ongoing conflict in Israel and the border with Gaza, it is only right I start this letter by acknowledging the… read more
Could you help in a local emergency?
Residents of the Parish have a strong history of helping those in need in times of crisis and emergency. The Parish Council are compiling a list of those who can help at such times, which will be used on a local level. This is for community emergencies rather than isolated incidents. Types of volunteers could… read more
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 across the majority of the Borough at the end of next month. So far, 55,000 homes have received the new containers they need before the changes are… read more
BEST Halloween Multi-Sports Session, October 20th and 27th.
For ages 5-16. Learn non-contact boxing, martial arts and football skills. Make friends and build confidence! For further information, email info@bestrust.co.uk
Temporary Traffic Restrictions – A4259 Marlborough Road and Draycot Lane, Chiseldon, Swindon
PUBLIC NOTICE SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL SECTION 14 – THE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE –DRAYCOT LANE, CHISELDON This Order is being introduced for THAMES WATER works and will impose a restriction on driving on Draycot Lane at the junction with Norris Close. Traffic to be diverted via B4005 New… read more
Swindon Libraries and Information Service – October Update
In this month’s update: Celebrating 15 years of Central Library opening Library closure updates (storm damage) Green libraries week Cost of living roadshow ..and more Read the October Library newsletter.
Community intelligence sought ahead of regional drugs crackdown
CPC has received the following message from Wiltshire Police Community Messaging and is published for your information. As part of a regional crackdown on county lines drug gangs, our communities are being urged to report any suspicious activity in their neighbourhoods. The regional intensification campaign – called Operation Scorpion – is a focus for all… read more
The October edition of OUR NEWS (Neighbourhood Watch) is here
We are pleased to bring you the latest edition of our newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. Here are some highlights in October’s edition: A celebration of our National Crime and Community Conference 2023, and our Volunteer Awards 2023 winners We announce our new partnership with SimpliSafe, with benefits for our members… read more
Chief Constable fortnightly update to the Police and Crime Commissioner – 29 September 2023
These updates are shared by the Chief Constable with Chiseldon parishioners for their information. Dear Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, I would like to begin this letter to you today with some reflection upon the national coverage with regards to the firearms capability within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). I will not comment on… read more
Ridgeway Bell Articles – October 2023
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from September 2023 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Benches We have just submitted a request to be allowed to place 2 benches on highway verges with SBC. The locations are Hodson Road, near… read more
Additional BEST Sessions Over Half Term
The Parish Council has just booked 2 additional sessions with BEST for a youth provision over October half term. Friday 20th and 27th at 10-12. Look out for further information when the register opens.
Unclaimed Child Trust Fund accounts
Yesterday (18 September), HM Revenue and Customs reminded 18–21-year-olds to claim their Child Trust Fund cash as part of UK Savings Week (18 to 24 September). Child Trust Funds are long-term, tax-free savings accounts and were set up for every child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011, with the government contributing an… read more
Great British Insulation Scheme launched
Today (14 September) the government launched the £1 billion Great British Insulation Scheme to help some families insulate their homes. Families in lower council tax bands with less energy-efficient homes will be offered upgrades such as roof, loft or cavity wall insulation. Customers will be able to use an online checker for the Great British… read more
Updates from Ridgeway View Family Practice
Download this information as a pdf.