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M4 lane shut after Swindon incident
There are lane closures on the M4 this morning, after a vehicle broke down near Swindon.
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Warning as DVSA make big change to 'vital' manoeuvre on driving tests in the UK
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has rolled out key changes to driving tests across the UK that came into force from today.
How to cut your petrol costs as budget fuel duty hike hits
Fuel Duty could be increased by 5p per litre in the budget, alongside 3p pay-per-mile for EVs and the return of the fuel price escalator.
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Tesco shoppers warned as supermarket giant apologises
Tesco has apologised to shoppers after a “do not eat” warning and recall alert was issued by the supermarket giant
Experts issue fresh warning after Emma Watson driving ban
Experts have issued a new warning after Harry Potter star and Oxford University student Emma Watson was banned from driving.
How the council could be looking at budget deficit of £27 million as care costs rise
The gap between income and spending in Swindon Borough’s Council’s budget for next year might have grown by more than £10 by March.
Nearly 4,000 trees planted on Swindon road
Almost 4,000 trees are being planted on Ermin Street
Police crack down on speeding across Swindon as drivers snared
Speeding drivers have been caught on 14 different roads across Swindon.
Latest update on long-awaited refurbishment of major community venue
A completion date has been set for the major refurbishment of a sports pavilion which has been hit by multiple setbacks.
New Swindon takeaway divides opinions after people queue for up to 19 hours
Wiltshire’s first Popeyes restaurant has opened its doors on Fleming Way, drawing crowds and sparking strong reactions from locals.
How unpaid, volunteer police officers saved tax payers nearly half a million quid
Special Constables – volunteer, unpaid police officers who have the same powers as regular officers - have saved taxpayers in Wiltshire and Swindon more than £400,000 already this year.
Swindon man threatened to 'smash woman's face' armed with machete
A man who turned up at a woman’s house with a machete and threatened to smash her face, has been jailed for 12 months at Swindon Crown Court.
Swindon to feature on BBC One Death in Paradise Christmas special
Swindon is set to play an important role in the upcoming Christmas special of a long-running TV series.
Action as town faces escalating crisis over 'unaffordable' housing
Action is being taken to tackle a “housing emergency” in Wiltshire.
Details as pond closed for repairs to stabilise its structure
A Swindon pond is set to undergo extensive repairs.
Large town centre store left empty for over a year to go under the hammer
A large town centre store in Wiltshire that has been empty for over a year is set to go under the hammer.
Family event returning to STEAM Museum this December
A council has announced the return of its Christmas celebration.
Teddy bears parachute from top of Civic Offices
A teddy bear parachute drop raised more than £200 for local charities.
I'm a Celebrity star bringing new show to Swindon
Former I'm A Celebrity star and Strictly Come Dancing contestant Seann Walsh is set to bring his new show to Swindon
Funeral home becomes drop-off point for winter donations
A funeral home in Devizes has become a drop-off point for winter donations