Swindon Borough Council4 days agoMuseum reopening 'a success' when gharial returnsA stuffed gharial, a type of crocodile, is expected to take its place back in the museum in 2025.4 days agoWiltshire5 days agoTown centre Christmas market branded 'depressing'Swindon Christmas Market has been branded 'extremely depressing' by residents and criticised by stallholders5 days agoWiltshire7 days agoCouncil could start recycling dirty nappiesThe move could help Swindon Borough Council to reach its target of recycling 50% of waste within two years. 7 days agoWiltshire12 Dec 2024Waste overhaul poorly planned, report findsThe report identified key issues including insufficient staff, a lack of expertise, and weak project management12 Dec 2024Wiltshire11 Dec 2024Development with new flats given go-ahead Two developers and a council receive permission to build on an empty plot in Wichelstowe.11 Dec 202410 Dec 2024Flooding turns forever home into a 'nightmare'An overflowing pond has flooded the Swindon home of an elderly couple 20 times since 2021.10 Dec 2024Wiltshire4 Dec 2024Council facing £31m budget shortfall next yearSwindon Borough Council is considering tax rises and making savings in a bid to balance the books.4 Dec 2024Wiltshire4 Dec 2024New £1m machine to help boost recycling rateMoney made from the baler will go towards other services, Swindon Borough Council says.4 Dec 20243 Dec 2024Magic Roundabout revamp plan rejectedCouncillors had hoped to have children to design characters to make the landmark more engaging.3 Dec 2024Wiltshire