J15 Roundabout West Side Closure

11 August to 7 September – Mon to Fri overnight 8pm to 6am Please note that the west side of the J15 roundabout will be closed and there will be no access onto the roundabout from the A346 northbound, or off the roundabout to the A419 northbound. The M4 eastbound exit-slip and M4 westbound entry-slip… read more

Roadworks alert — The Ridgeway

One.network has provided an alert of possible travel disuption in Chiseldon, as follow: The Ridgeway 05 August — 08 October Delays possible – Traffic control (multi-way signals) Description: one.network has automatically assigned a category of Unclassified to this Works based on the information available. Please note: Works Descriptions are not published by Global Crossing (UK)… read more

Covid Lateral Flow Tests

The Parish Council has agreed to be a local collection point for Covid lateral flow test kits. You will be able to collect these kits from the Old Chapel on Butts Road during the following times: Monday 9th August 12-2pm Monday 16th August 12-2pm Wednesday 18th August 12-2pm Monday 23rd Aug 12-2pm Wednesday 25th Aug… read more

Freelance Project Coordinator for Wiltshire & Swindon Youth Commission with Leaders Unlocked!

Leaders Unlocked are currently seeking a freelance professional to work with our social enterprise on an innovative youth engagement initiative with the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in Wiltshire & Swindon Can you help us by forwarding this opportunity out to those who you think will be interested in working as a Freelance Project Coordinator for Wiltshire & Swindon. We appreciate your support in ensure this exciting opportunity reaches the right people…. read more

Local Plan Review 2021

Please click the links to view or download these documents. LPR Regulation 19 Public Notice July 2021 Notice to Parish Clerks  

Job Vacancy – Administrator – Part-Time 29.6 hours per week until March 2024

The AONB Team is searching for an accomplished administrator to help us with a large programme of grants. Farming in Protected Landscapes Business Support Officer – North Wessex Downs Salary:  £22,627 – £24,491 pro rata Date Closes:            8/08/2021 Ref Number:           CNS00884 Working Pattern:  Temporary Part Time – 29.6 hours per week until March… read more

Funding for small groups to reduce loneliness

National Lottery have £2M to do some small grant funding £200-2.5K to help address loneliness.  It’s aimed at small organisations in England with income around the £50-£70K mark.  They haven’t received as many applications as they would like and the closing date is 6/8/21.  Applications are easy and short. Here is a link to our… read more

Important information about your waste and recycling collections

Due to a surge in staff shortages because of the continued impacts of Covid-19 and staff sickness, alongside a national shortage of HGV drivers, we’re currently unable to provide our standard recycling service. From July 19 all households across the Borough will move to a temporary four weekly recycling box collection (paper, cardboard, tins, glass)…. read more

Ridgeway Bell Articles – July 2021

Points of interest from the meetings held in July 2021. BMX planning help needed – a message from the Working Party This group of volunteers are asking if there is anyone local with planning knowledge who could assist them with the process that would be required for applying for planning permission for a track to… read more

The pandemic is not over

The NHS is operating a walk-in vaccination clinic at the STEAM Museum in Swindon tomorrow (Saturday, 17 July) between 9am – 2pm. It operates on a first come, first served basis, administering first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine. On Sunday (18 July), the vaccine bus will be at the County Ground in Swindon… read more

Click of Call: You Have The Power To Save Our Time

From today, most COVID restrictions have lifted meaning we can all start to enjoy more freedoms than we have been afforded since the start of the pandemic in March 2020. For many, this is something to celebrate. For us, this means we are likely to see a spike in our demand and increases in calls… read more

Step 4 of the Roadmap to go ahead on Monday 19 July

Yesterday (12 July), the Prime Minister announced that Step 4 of the roadmap out of lockdown will go ahead from next Monday (19 July). At Step 4, the Government will remove the final restrictions on social contact and life events, and open the remaining closed businesses and venues. These changes include: Removing restrictions on how… read more

Chiseldon Scarecrow Trail 2021

The trail will run from 21st August to 5th September. This year’s theme is children’s books. Grab your map for £2 from: Three Trees Farm shop Oakleys Spar shop The Patriot Arms All profits will go to: Brighter Futures

Covid Bus timetable

From SBC: To note, as the bus can only carry AstraZenica vaccine, it can only vaccinate those aged over 40 but will be doing first and second doses. We are now focusing on weekend dates to drive uptake. Anyone that presents at the bus who is under 40 will be supported to book their vaccine… read more

Changes to Swindon Library Services

From today (5 July) there will be some changes to our services: Our opening hours are increasing, and our self-service machines will be available for customers to return books, as well as to issue their own reservations and Quick Choice selection. Your library card will be needed to use the machines. There will also be… read more