Swindon Borough Council7 hrs agoDevolution exclusion is 'devastating' for townSwindon had hoped to join Oxfordshire and Berkshire in one mega-authority but plans have stalled.7 hrs ago4 days agoSpeed camera trial 'paused' after no warnings sentThe council said no data was gathered during the scheme, 15 years after Swindon's speed cameras were turned off.4 days ago24 Jun 2026Plan to build 700 homes on golf course are shelvedLocals have campaigned against the proposals, saying the site is an important haven for wildlife.24 Jun 202614 Jun 2026Major route to close overnight for three weeksThe overnight closure at Blagrove Roundabout near the M4 is expected to last almost a month.14 Jun 202627 May 2026Frustration as splash park stays shut in heatwaveA mother-of-three says the play area has been "so unreliable" since its opening in 2024.27 May 202622 May 2026Leader elected in council's minority administrationA new leader is elected after Labour lost Swindon Borough Council to no overall control in May's elections.22 May 202620 May 2026Top of car park set to become pickleball courtsApproval is given to transform underused floors of the car park into sporting and recreational venues. 20 May 202613 May 2026'No place' for 'hateful' graffiti in townCouncil party leaders jointly condemn racially motivated vandalism on street.13 May 202612 May 2026New streets named after town's role in James Bond filmA new housing estate's roads are named after James Bond characters and stars to honour a town's appearance in the franchise.12 May 2026...
