The national census helpline is now up and running alongside a language support service and local support centres. I am delighted that Voluntary Action Swindon is running the Swindon Census Support Centre. They are now offering pre-booked appointments over the phone to help people compete the census and, if circumstances change, it may also become… read more
The days are getting longer and with only weeks to go before spring, things are starting to look a bit brighter. Some of our library staff continue to be redeployed to support essential COVID-19 work within our community and therefore the majority of our libraries remain temporarily closed. Whilst Central Library remains open, all loans… read more
The CCG is aware that many residents in Swindon who are currently eligible for a coronavirus vaccine have received an invitation to book an appointment at a large vaccination site in either Salisbury, Bath or Oxford. We know that, for some people, travelling is not an issue, but many will find it difficult. We’d be… read more
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement, we are pleased to confirm that outdoor tennis courts will be able to open from 29th March. This will mean recreational tennis will be able to resume, including: Singles and doubles social play including club sessions organised activity for groups (maximum group size subject to confirmation) 1:1 coaching Pay and… read more
Outdoor sport is due to return on 29th March which includes grassroots football. As such Chiseldon FC is expecting to resume both training and games soon after this date. The adult Sunday Football League has confirmed its season will resume from 4th April and will be extended into June with the aim of completing all… read more
During the darkest days of January the leaves of snowdrops poke their heads through the soil. At the approach of Candlemas they flower and remind us that spring will come eventually. We have several clumps of these delightful flowers growing on the Washpool site and they are increasing year by year. Further down stream there… read more
PUBLIC NOTICE SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL SECTION 14 – THE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 NOTICE OF TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF BROOME MANOR LANE, SWINDON This restriction is being introduced for installation of a fire hydrant and will impose a prohibition of driving on Broome Manor north of the access road leading to Nightingale Farm. Alternative Route… read more
PM Boris Johnson has announced the government’s roadmap to cautiously ease lockdown restrictions in England.
Points of interest from the meetings held in February 2021. New Councillors Co-opted We are pleased to announce that 1 new Councillor was co-opted on Monday 8th Feb at our Full Council meeting. Danielle Simpson has lived in Draycot Foliat for 2 years with her partner. She moved to the area for work and decided… read more
Draycot Lane, Draycot Foliat 22 February — 05 March Delays possible – Traffic control (two-way signals) Works location: Approx 188m south of Yrpes Road SN4 0JG Works description: Excavate in C/W to install x2 DM Pillar with tall aerial and pressure tapping with atplas back fill and reinstate Responsibility for works: Thames Water Current status:… read more
Households across Swindon will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021. The official census date is 21 March. The census is a survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. It will include questions about your sex, age, work, health, education, household size… read more
Please see the poster below for information.
This page on the SBC website has some useful links if you need financial support at the moment, including: Financial help if your income has been affected Test & Trace payment if you have to self-isolate Warm and Safe Wiltshire – help with energy bills Swindon Borough Council: sources of financial help
Please follow the link to the Swindon Borough council Covid-19 update. This includes updates from Steve Maddern, Director of Public Health and recent Swindon Covid-19 statistics. SBC Covid-19 update: stick to the rules and stop the spread
I’ve been made aware of a scheme where shops provide their food that is shortly going out of date but fine to eat to local “Food Waste Heros” who can then distribute in their local community. We have a lady called Nicki who lives in Chiseldon who is one such hero and is happy for… read more
Communication from Highways UK regarding closures: Please see the attached letter giving details of M4 J15 and A419 overnight closures. I hope the letter contains enough information but if you have any queries or would like more details about the work, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Contact Centre Tel: 0300 123 5000 (open 24/7)… read more
Swindon Borough Council is working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to contact 6000 businesses in the borough to make sure they are COVID-secure. The Council is responsible for enforcing health and safety checks at a number of premises across Swindon including shops, hairdressers, beauty salons, warehouses, distribution sites and supermarkets. In order to… read more
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’ve seen a big increase in demand for our services since the coronavirus pandemic began. We’re… read more
This year’s Annual Forum of the North Wessex Downs AONB on Friday 29th January is a free, online event. Learn about our achievements over the past year and our plans for the future with presentations about Sparkling Streams, Mend the Gap and the Visual Improvement Programme. There will be the opportunity to ask questions of… read more