As of today (23 April) the COVID-19 case rate in Swindon has increased to 30 per 100,000 compared to the England average of 24 per 100,000. Swindon’s first mobile vaccination clinic – a specially adapted bus – took to the road this week. This will be an invaluable tool that will allow us to target… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council is looking to hire on a contractural part-time basis, a self-employed handyperson for the parish. The role is as follows; General DIY (No electrical or plumbing) Painting and Decorating Weekly maintenance checks of the Sports Pavilion & Recreation Hall Litter Picking – tools provided Deliveries around the Parish Updating Noticeboards Fortnightly checks… read more
If you’re looking for an organised sporting activity for your child then look no further Everyone is welcome, no experience required. Come along, join our experienced, qualified coaches and give Netball a try. For those in School Years 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 & 6 Mondays 17:30 – 18:30, commencing 26th April 2021… read more
Cllrs from the Parish Council met remotely with a member of SBC’s Highways department yesterday to understand the work involved in providing layby parking and improved parking for Draycot Foliat and Windmill Piece, funded by the Parish Council. The process is long and complex, but Cllrs and the Parish Council remain committed to completing these… read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in April 2021. Grant funds for WARP for washpool improvements We are so pleased that the WARP Volunteer Group (Washpool Area Restoration Project) managed to secure a grant from the Wiltshire Community Fund to improve and replace sections of the boardwalk, improve signage to the site, update their… read more
Anyone in England who is not displaying COVID-19 symptoms can now access free, regular, testing. One in three people who have COVID-19 do not display any symptoms and could be spreading the virus without knowing it. Regular testing will be an essential part of the easing of restrictions and will help to identify new cases… read more
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral will take place at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle at 3pm on Saturday (17 April) and a national one minute silence will be held to coincide with the start of the funeral. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Books of Condolence are not available in public buildings for… read more
Swindon Borough Council invites residents to join in paying their respects to His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. After Buckingham Palace confirmed the death of His Royal Highness Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edinburgh today (9 April), the Council has offered their condolences to the Royal Family and invited residents to join… read more
We have received the following message from Neighbourhood Watch, informing residents about the latest Neighbourhood Watch newsletter: APRIL 2021 ‘OUR NEWS’ NEWSLETTER We are pleased to share our April ‘OUR NEWS’ newsletter, created by Neighbourhood Watch Network (the umbrella organisation for Neighbourhood Watches across England and Wales) for all Neighbourhood Watch supporters – from households… read more
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) has today announced the launch of a £200,000 fund to build local resilience and protect vulnerable community members across central southern England. The 2021 round of SSEN’s Resilient Communities Fund will open on Tuesday 6 April, with £200,000 available for non-profit making organisations, community groups and charities working to… read more
Ahead of the lockdown relaxations coming into place next Monday, 12 April (non-essential retail/public buildings/personal care premises/outdoor hospitality/indoor leisure facilities being able to reopen), the Council is preparing the town centre for the increase in visitors and users to keep everyone safe. This includes: The cleaning team operating enhanced cleaning of street furniture (waste bins,… read more
Your library service continues its phased recovery as part of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown. From Monday, 12 April: You will be able to Click, Call & Collect, reserve and return books across all five core libraries: Central, Highworth, North, Park and West Swindon. Please check our website for opening hours for individual branches. The… read more
Here are some beautiful pictures of the flowers in bloom by the Chiseldon War Memorial.
PUBLIC NOTICE – SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL SECTION 14 – THE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 Notice Of Temporary Road Closures In Highworth, Blunsdon, Badbury And Bishopstone, Swindon This Order is being introduced to enable essential carriageway surfacing maintenance along key routes of North-East Swindon and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding on the following roads: B4000… read more
The Parish Council has been asked to share the following information to ensure the public are aware. Planning Application S/21/0518 has been submitted to SBC for consideration. Community Engagement Consultants TFA would welcome questions or feedback to 0118 466 0967 or enquiries@brimblehilldatacentre.co.uk TFA have posted the attached leaflet to those living closest to the site…. read more
From 00:01am on Monday, 29 March the current restrictions will be slightly eased as we reach the next stage of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown. Taking this next step will allow for a limited amount of mixing outdoors (including in private gardens) with either an additional household or in a group of up to… read more
We’re providing healthy food and fun activities for children, and helping distribute supermarket and fuel vouchers to families in need. Over 4,500 children who receive means tested free school meals will be eligible for the Holiday Activities and Food programme this Easter, which helps provide access to fun activities and healthy food to children during… read more
As normal service starts to resume in the UK don’t forget that Swindon Dial A Ride is here to help you get out and about on our door to door transport using either our accessible minibuses or volunteers using their own cars. If you are unable to use public bus services because of a disability… read more
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to test their smoke alarms regularly and make testing them part of their regular household routine. Why not circle the first of every month on your calendar and tick it off when you have tested your alarms? This… read more
6 April to end of October 2021 – no access for pedestrians, cyclists or equestrians Highways England operates, maintains and improves England’s motorways and major A roads. We’re currently upgrading M4 junction 15 and the junction to the A419, as part of these works it will be necessary to close Day House Lane beneath the… read more