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Putting family before party politics
In May 2026, local elections took place across the country.
In Swindon Borough, one particular result really stood out - a father and son both elected as councillors.
Politics is often seen as an individual journey, but in this case, it’s a shared one, shaped by family, experience, and community.
Father and son Vijay and Vinay Manro spoke to BBC Radio Wiltshire's Manny Masih.
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