Swindon Borough Council is encouraging local businesses to put plans in place to ensure they are not adversely affected by Brexit. As things stand, the UK is set to leave the European Union on 29 March 2019. What this means for the country’s future trading relationships is still largely unknown, but businesses are being advised… read more
Swindon Borough Council are redeveloping the middle of the town. This has started with Wellington Street being closed for four months. This connects the Bus Station with the Railway Station, so if you are travelling into town to use the railway either by car or bus, please allow an extra five to ten minutes. The… read more
Don’t worry – you don’t need to do anything. 3,500 English National Concessionary Travel Scheme passes in Swindon will expire on 31st March 2019 and cannot be used on buses after that date. Don’t worry we’ll be in touch We will be sending out your new pass directly to you. Moved address? If you have… read more
A group of 4 families will be moving to the Chiseldon Firs traveller site on Monday 21st Jan. They have paid a deposit and signed a code of conduct with Swindon Borough Council, which includes the condition that no other travellers are permitted to join them. The Parish Council will provide updates if this situation… read more
Here are the dates for the Neighbourhood Watch meetings for 2019. Meetings will take place in the Recreation Hall, beginning at 6.45pm. Everyone is welcome! The dates: Monday 28th January Monday 25th March Monday 3rd June (the last Monday of May is a Bank Holiday) Monday 29th July Monday 30th September Monday 25th November In… read more
ASK YOUR MP:What are the health and social care issues that matter most to you? We are attending a parliamentary reception organised by Healthwatch England on Monday 21 January 2019 at 4:00 pm. We have invited the local MPs for Swindon to join us so that we can talk to them about the health and… read more
Friday the 18th is the big opening night of the revamped Swindon Folk Club at its new venue. See all the details below. I would really appreciate if you would consider coming along and giving your support on this opening night and hopefully thereafter. I am MC on the night and we will be having… read more
I hope you have all enjoyed the festive break because we’re back every Wednesday at Ridgeway School (6pm for the juniors and 7pm for the adults) to blast away those Christmas excesses. Just pop along and give it a go. What a fantastic year it has been for Chiseldon Netball Club!! We have gone from… read more
Do you know an individual or team who have made a difference to your community by helping others? A Volunteer who has given their time selflessly for years A child or adult who has displayed remarkable courage A person who has helped reduce crime in your area An exemplary young person who should be recognised… read more
Situated on Butts Road in Chiseldon, this space is ideal for small meetings. It consists of conference table with space for 10 chairs, plus extra seating in the room. Toilet facilities plus tea/coffee making facilities (Just bring your own milk). Use of projector and screen and free Wi-fi. For more information view the Chapel Hire… read more
05 Jan Borough Councillors’ Surgery, Calley Memorial Hall, 11.30am – 12.30pm 07 Jan Craft Club, Chiseldon House Hotel, 10am – 12 noon 08 Jan Chiseldon WI, Holy Cross Church Hall, 7.30pm 9 Jan Chiseldon Gardening and Countryside Club, Holy Cross Church Hall, 7.30pm 14 Jan Craft Club, Chiseldon House Hotel, 10am—12 noon 14 Jan Bridge… read more
Members of the public are being encouraged to give their views on Swindon Borough Council’s ambitious plans to tackle rough sleeping. The new draft Rough Sleeper Reduction Strategy sets out the Council’s vision and plans for reducing rough sleeping over the next three years. The strategy focuses on three key areas: prevention, intervention and recovery,… read more
Action Fraud has received more than 5,000 reports about fake emails and texts purporting to be from TV Licensing. The messages contain links to genuine-looking websites that are designed to steal personal and financial information. Always question unsolicited requests for your personal or financial information in case it’s a scam. Never automatically click on a… read more
The Parish Council has one vacancy on its allotments on New Road. The area may need some work carrying out before it can be used. Please contact the Clerk at clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk if you would like to know 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
The Chiseldon Council has made plans for their meetings in 2019. Each committee and their meetings have been planned out and are available to view.
The job is part time with an average of 5 hours per week. (which will fluctuate in line with workload). Remuneration is subject to skill level and experience. A job description is available on application. This position is home based and the candidate will require access to a room/desk space, file storage space and a… read more
The job is part time with an average of 4 hours per week. (which will fluctuate in line with workload). Remuneration is subject to skill level and experience. A job description is available on application. This position is home based and the candidate will require access to a room/desk space, file storage space and a… read more
Business owners in Swindon have been invited to a special meeting to discuss Swindon Borough Council’s budget proposals for next year (19/20). Leader of the Council, Councillor David Renard, has extended the formal invitation to discuss issues relating to the Council’s budget and other matters relevant to the wider business community. The meeting with senior… read more
Parents have just over a week to get their applications in for a primary school place in this September’s intake. The deadline is midnight on 15 January 2019 and the Council is reminding people to get their applications in as quickly as possible. The chance that a child will end up at their first choice… read more