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The inaugural West Wiltshire Business Expo will be launched by Trowbridge Chamber of Commerce in the autumn.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
09.07.2026

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

The inaugural West Wiltshire Business Expo will be launched by Trowbridge Chamber of Commerce in the autumn. The flagship event will be held on Thursday, October 8 at The Civic, a state of the art events and conference centre […]

Army veteran Amie Spinks has won the New Service Leaver of the Year award at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards after joining Trowbridge-based business solutions firm SA Group.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
09.07.2026

Business award for Army veteran who joined civvy street

Army veteran Amie Spinks has won the New Service Leaver of the Year award at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards after joining Trowbridge-based business solutions firm SA Group. Amie joined the employee-owned firm after a 22-year career in […]

A former head of department with almost 30 years of experience in the legal profession is launching a new business aimed at helping busy SMEs, consultants and sole traders across Swindon and the surrounding areas.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
09.07.2026

Former legal professional launches new business to support Swindon SMEs

A former head of department with almost 30 years of experience in the legal profession is launching a new business aimed at helping busy SMEs, consultants and sole traders across Swindon and the surrounding areas. Lisa Keefe, who lives […]

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Swindon town centre is to undergo a massive clean-up this summer - with the owners of commercial properties told to tidy up their premises.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
09.07.2026

Swindon town centre to undergo massive clean-up this summer

Swindon town centre is to undergo a massive clean-up this summer – with the owners of commercial properties told to tidy up their premises. Street cleaning, graffiti removal, paving repairs, weed clearance and bench refurbishments will all form part […]

Colleges and universities formally launch joint forums to boost skills, growth and opportunity

02.07.2026

Megadeals drive South West equity boom, but deal numbers fall

02.07.2026

Business West presses case for Thames Valley devolution

02.07.2026

Employers using temporary workers are being warned they could face unexpected tax bills and HMRC scrutiny if recruitment agencies or umbrella companies within their supply chain fail to meet their PAYE and National Insurance obligations.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
07.07.2026

Employers could face unexpected HMRC tax bills over temporary workers

Employers using temporary workers are being warned they could face unexpected tax bills and HMRC scrutiny if recruitment agencies or umbrella companies within their supply chain fail to meet their PAYE and National Insurance obligations. Ashlea Fisher, founder of […]

English devolution could unlock billions in extra tax receipts and level up long‑overlooked rural economies, according to a new report from countryside charity the Campaign to Protect Rural England. English devolution could unlock billions in extra tax receipts and level up long‑overlooked rural economies, according to a new report from countryside charity the Campaign to Protect Rural England.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
06.07.2026

Devolution could boost rural economies – report

English devolution could unlock billions in extra tax receipts and level up long‑overlooked rural economies, according to a new report from countryside charity the Campaign to Protect Rural England. Devolution has hit the headlines again this week, with Manchester […]

Wiltshire defence firm Avon Technologies has won a $10 million order to supply respirators to a European NATO ally.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
06.07.2026

Wiltshire defence firm lands $10 million gas mask order

Wiltshire defence firm Avon Technologies has won a $10 million order to supply respirators to a European NATO ally. The $10.8 million order was placed with the firm’s chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear protection division under the NATO Support […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire Events
09.07.2026

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

The inaugural West Wiltshire Business Expo will be launched by Trowbridge Chamber of Commerce in the autumn. The flagship event will be held on Thursday, October 8 at The Civic, a state of the art events and conference centre […]

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

24.06.2026

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

02.06.2026

Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event

01.06.2026

The best businesses in the Thames Valley were celebrated at a glittering ceremony last week, as Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Awards.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
07.07.2026

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

The best businesses in the Thames Valley were celebrated at a glittering ceremony last week, as Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Awards. Hosted by Olympic gold medallist Tessa Sanderson CBE, the evening brought together businesses […]

Swindon's first TEDx event turned the spotlight on local ideas, creativity and community last week, drawing speakers, civic figures and guests from across the town and beyond for a day built around the theme of Lines of Connection.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
06.07.2026

Swindon’s first TEDx event turns spotlight on local ideas

Swindon’s first TEDx event turned the spotlight on local ideas, creativity and community last week, drawing speakers, civic figures and guests from across the town and beyond for a day built around the theme of Lines of Connection. Held […]

Great British Expos has announced the postponement of next week's South West Expo in Swindon due to the extreme temperatures forecast for the region.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
29.06.2026

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Great British Expos has announced the postponement of next week’s South West Expo in Swindon due to the extreme temperatures forecast for the region. The event, which was expected to welcome hundreds of business owners, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from […]

ESG

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Mobility aids designer and manufacturer Urathon has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the first time.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
06.07.2026

Mobility aids company named as ‘Great Place to Work’

Mobility aids designer and manufacturer Urathon has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the first time. The prestigious accreditation is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at the Wiltshire-based company. […]

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

22.06.2026

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

22.06.2026

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

22.06.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
06.07.2026

Hills supports purchase of new Bobby Van

A brand new Wiltshire Bobby Van will be working across the county to keep older and vulnerable people safe in their homes thanks to The Hills Group. The Swindon-based company has sponsored a van being driven by the newest […]

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
02.07.2026

Award-winning charity launches new initiative connecting local organisations

Award-winning charity Best Mates has hosted its first Community Impact Round Table, creating a space for organisations to share ideas, build connections and strengthen support across the community. Earlier this year, the charity was named Charity of the Year […]

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
01.07.2026

Haines Watts accountants help Swindon Film celebrate its 80th year

Accountancy firm Haines Watts Swindon is the latest to sign up to support Swindon Film’s 80th anniversary later this year. Swindon Film, which like Haines Watts Swindon is based in Old Town, shows predominantly new, award-winning international films at […]

People

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Swindon & Wiltshire People
09.07.2026

Business award for Army veteran who joined civvy street

Army veteran Amie Spinks has won the New Service Leaver of the Year award at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards after joining Trowbridge-based business solutions firm SA Group. Amie joined the employee-owned firm after a 22-year career in […]

Employees take charge at electrical firm

30.06.2026

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

29.06.2026

Financial planners recognised in national awards

23.06.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire People
09.07.2026

Former legal professional launches new business to support Swindon SMEs

A former head of department with almost 30 years of experience in the legal profession is launching a new business aimed at helping busy SMEs, consultants and sole traders across Swindon and the surrounding areas. Lisa Keefe, who lives […]

Leading regional law firm Gardner Leader has expanded its real estate team with the appointment of two new partners.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
09.07.2026

Two new hires at regional law firm

Leading regional law firm Gardner Leader has expanded its real estate team with the appointment of two new partners. The appointment of Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott form part of the firm’s continued growth strategy, which has seen Gardner […]

Swindon & Wiltshire People
07.07.2026

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

The best businesses in the Thames Valley were celebrated at a glittering ceremony last week, as Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Awards. Hosted by Olympic gold medallist Tessa Sanderson CBE, the evening brought together businesses […]

Profiles

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Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
15.07.2025

Wansbroughs

Established 1882, Wansbroughs LLP is a law firm based in Devizes, with an additional office in London. The firm has over 100 staff members, including approximately 20 partners. The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 for excellence in […]

Optimum Professional Services

13.01.2025

Charlton Baker

11.12.2024

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

16.10.2024

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
25.02.2025

CMD Recruitment

When it comes to recruitment, finding the right person is vital for both employer and employee. CMD Recruitment agency is Wiltshire’s leading independent employment agency with extensive connections and knowledge of employers in Wiltshire, Swindon and Bath’s job market […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
04.02.2025

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Partners in your financial future Southby & Co. Financial Planning is a local company offering local financial advice both personal and corporate. The Swindon-based company helps provide financial peace of mind with a friendly, down-to-earth approach to protect the […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
27.01.2025

Jazzbones Creative

Jazzbones — turning trust into tangible results Jazzbones Creative is a digital marketing agency bringing big name and local brands to the fore. Jazzbones specialises in logos, visual identity, branding, digital marketing strategies and impactful and functional websites which […]

Experts

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What are employees' rights and employers' responsibilities during a heatwave? Amber Ballans of law firm Goughs explains.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
09.07.2026

Heatwaves at work – your rights and responsibilities

What are employees’ rights and employers’ responsibilities during a heatwave? Amber Ballans of law firm Goughs explains. Every summer seems to bring at least one spell of extreme heat, and I’m increasingly asked the same question: can employers really […]

Unfair dismissals: Why 1st July is so important for employers – the HR Dept

10.06.2026

Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? – Optimum Professional Services

03.06.2026

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

20.05.2026

With summer here, how should businesses handle the government's Summer VAT reduction? Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services explains

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
01.07.2026

Navigating the 2026 Summer VAT reduction – Optimum Professional Services

With summer here, how should businesses handle the government’s Summer VAT reduction? Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services explains The Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme introduces a temporary tax reduction designed to lower costs for households over the […]

Network enough and you'll find out the most frequently asked questions about your job. Here, Natasha Thomas, a senior associate solicitor at Wiltshire- and Bath-based law firm Awdry Law reveals the top five questions she gets asked.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
24.06.2026

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Network enough and you’ll find out the most frequently asked questions about your job. Here, Natasha Thomas, a senior associate solicitor at Wiltshire- and Bath-based law firm Awdry Law reveals the top five questions she gets asked. I advise […]

A surprising number of UK businesses still don’t have a formal hybrid working policy in place. That needs to change, says Dan Barfoot of CMD Recruitment.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
17.06.2026

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

A surprising number of UK businesses still don’t have a formal hybrid working policy in place. That needs to change, says Dan Barfoot of CMD Recruitment. The way we work has changed. That much is obvious. But formalising these […]

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Featured News

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

Business award for Army veteran who joined civvy street

Former legal professional launches new business to support Swindon SMEs

News

Swindon town centre to undergo massive clean-up this summer

Colleges and universities formally launch joint forums to boost skills, growth and opportunity

Megadeals drive South West equity boom, but deal numbers fall

Business West presses case for Thames Valley devolution

Employers could face unexpected HMRC tax bills over temporary workers

Devolution could boost rural economies – report

Wiltshire defence firm lands $10 million gas mask order

Events

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

Swindon’s first TEDx event turns spotlight on local ideas

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

ESG

Mobility aids company named as ‘Great Place to Work’

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

Hills supports purchase of new Bobby Van

Award-winning charity launches new initiative connecting local organisations

Haines Watts accountants help Swindon Film celebrate its 80th year

People

Business award for Army veteran who joined civvy street

Employees take charge at electrical firm

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

Financial planners recognised in national awards

Former legal professional launches new business to support Swindon SMEs

Two new hires at regional law firm

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Heatwaves at work – your rights and responsibilities

Unfair dismissals: Why 1st July is so important for employers – the HR Dept

Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? – Optimum Professional Services

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

Navigating the 2026 Summer VAT reduction – Optimum Professional Services

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

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