Swindon & Wiltshire News 19.06.2026 Thames Valley devolution bid in tatters after Oxfordshire Lib Dems pull plug A “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to create one of the UK’s most powerful regional economies has been dealt a significant blow after Liberal Democrat leaders in Oxfordshire refused to agree a proposed Thames Valley Foundation Strategic Authority. The decision, taken at […] Subscribe to Business Biscuit for the latest Swindon & Wiltshire News
Swindon & Wiltshire News 19.06.2026 Fears anaerobic digester could turn Wiltshire into ‘compost bin for southwest’ Plans to build a £25 million anaerobic digestion facility at Royal Wootton Bassett have been approved – despite fears that it could turn the site into “a compost bin for the southwest.” Eco Sustainable Solutions wants to build the […]
Swindon & Wiltshire News 18.06.2026 Brexit at 10 – impact ‘worse than expected’ for a third of region’s mid-sized companies A decade since the UK voted to leave the EU, a survey of regional mid-sized businesses paints a mixed picture of Brexit’s impact on their operations, according to accountancy and advisory firm BDO LLP. BDO’s bi-monthly tracker of 500 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events 02.06.2026 Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service The next charity networking breakfast from Swindon-based accountancy firm PPS will be raising funds for Willows Counselling, alongside a talk from emotional empowerment coach Sally Stockreisser. Willows Counselling is a Swindon-based charity that has been supporting people’s mental health […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events 01.06.2026 Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event Swindon is to host its first TEDx event this month, with a host of well-known thought leaders. TEDx Railway Village will take place at the historic Town Hall Studios, bringing together a mix of internationally recognised speakers and influential […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events 12.05.2026 Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur Business professionals from across Swindon are being invited to connect, collaborate and gain inspiration at the 2026 BusinessWise open networking event taking place on Thursday, June 11. The keynote speaker for the evening will be entrepreneur and former Who […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events 28.04.2026 Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit The speaker lineup is being finalised for an intensive two-day event designed to bridge the gap between ambitious business owners and the national press. Organised by the story-led PR consultancy Scott Media, the No BS Media Summit returns to […]
Swindon & Wiltshire ESG 11.06.2026 Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification Regional law firm Gardner Leader has achieved B Corp Certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility and its ongoing impact across the communities it serves. The firm – which has seven offices including […]
Swindon & Wiltshire ESG 09.06.2026 Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs has selected Dorothy House Hospice as its Charity of the Year. Dorothy House provides end‑of‑life care and support for people with life‑limiting illness, as well as vital support for families, friends and carers across our […]
Swindon & Wiltshire ESG 08.06.2026 Beard Construction commended for its commitment to people and wellbeing Award-winning construction firm Beard has retained its We Invest in People (IIP) Gold status, being commended for its commitment to leading and inspiring people, living the company values, and having a family culture of transparency and trust. The company […]
Swindon & Wiltshire ESG 05.06.2026 Nationwide installs defibrillators and bleed control kits at all 605 branches in UK first In a UK first, Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide is installing life-saving defibrillators and bleed control kits across its 605 branches. Britain’s biggest building society, which now has more branches than any other banking provider after overtaking Lloyds Banking Group, […]
Swindon & Wiltshire People 18.06.2026 Family lawyer becomes chartered legal executive A family solicitor at Wiltshire and Somerset law firm Forrester Sylvester Mackett has qualified as a chartered legal executive. Naomi Corp has been with the firm for almost six years and leads the family law team. With almost a […]
Swindon & Wiltshire People 10.06.2026 Business lender welcomes four new team members A Bristol-based business finance lender has taken on four new members of staff following a significant uplift in lending across the south west region. With a background in mainstream banking, Angela Abbotts has joined SWIG Finance as senior business […]
Swindon & Wiltshire People 04.06.2026 Happy birthday Mr Thring – staff help lawyer celebrate 90th birthday Staff at West law firm Thrings have thrown a 90th birthday celebration for the man with his name above the door. And with 69 years of legal experience under his belt, Jeremy Thring still consults at the firm of […]
Swindon & Wiltshire People 02.06.2026 Wiltshire firms make the grade in Best Places to Work list Companies from Swindon and Wiltshire have been celebrating their places in the Best Places to Work list, compiled by the Sunday Times. The list is the UK’s benchmark for excellence in organisational culture and employee experience, celebrating companies that […]
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 […]
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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire News 19.06.2026 Thames Valley devolution bid in tatters after Oxfordshire Lib Dems pull plug A “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to create one of the UK’s most powerful regional economies has been dealt a significant blow after Liberal Democrat leaders in Oxfordshire refused to agree a proposed Thames Valley Foundation Strategic Authority. The decision, taken at […]
Swindon & Wiltshire News 19.06.2026 Fears anaerobic digester could turn Wiltshire into ‘compost bin for southwest’ Plans to build a £25 million anaerobic digestion facility at Royal Wootton Bassett have been approved – despite fears that it could turn the site into “a compost bin for the southwest.” Eco Sustainable Solutions wants to build the […]
Swindon & Wiltshire News 18.06.2026 Brexit at 10 – impact ‘worse than expected’ for a third of region’s mid-sized companies A decade since the UK voted to leave the EU, a survey of regional mid-sized businesses paints a mixed picture of Brexit’s impact on their operations, according to accountancy and advisory firm BDO LLP. BDO’s bi-monthly tracker of 500 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire News 18.06.2026 Factory that keeps neighbours awake refused retrospective planning permission Bosses at a Wiltshire factory whose operations keep residents awake at night have been denied planning permission for their noisy equipment. The industrial hum from aluminium can manufacturer Ball Aerocan at Folly Road, Devizes can be heard across a […]
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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Swindon & Wiltshire Experts 10.06.2026 Unfair dismissals: Why 1st July is so important for employers – the HR Dept Business leaders need to prepare now for changes ahead, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept Cast a look over the Employment Rights Act, and when it comes to the biggest change – the expanded unfair dismissal rights for […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Experts 03.06.2026 Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? – Optimum Professional Services Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services explains the rules, pros, and cons of VAT registration Whether you’re a freelance designer, a local plumber, or an online seller, the VAT question […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Experts 20.05.2026 Five ways to get your website found by AI engines Businesses wanting to get found online should take steps to make their websites AI-engine-friendly, says Jon Ladd of Swindon digital marketing experts Jazzbones. For decades, the goal of every website owner was to be ranked highly on Google. But […]