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Two new regional forums have been established to strengthen collaboration, support economic growth and improve opportunities for learners in the West region.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

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

Two new regional forums have been established to strengthen collaboration, support economic growth and improve opportunities for learners in the West region. At an event held on Wednesday at the University of the West of England, Colleges West formally […]

The South West saw the biggest percentage rise in equity investment of any UK nation or region in 2025, with funding for smaller businesses more than doubling to £687 million, according to the British Business Bank’s annual Small Business Equity Tracker.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

Megadeals drive South West equity boom, but deal numbers fall

The South West saw the biggest percentage rise in equity investment of any UK nation or region in 2025, with funding for smaller businesses more than doubling to £687 million, according to the British Business Bank’s annual Small Business […]

Business West has pressed the case for Thames Valley devolution after Oxfordshire County Council pulled the plug on a deal that that would have brought billions of pounds of investment to the Thames Valley.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

Business West presses case for Thames Valley devolution

Business West has pressed the case for Thames Valley devolution after Oxfordshire County Council pulled the plug on a deal that that would have brought billions of pounds of investment to the Thames Valley. Councils from Swindon to Reading […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

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

Two new regional forums have been established to strengthen collaboration, support economic growth and improve opportunities for learners in the West region. At an event held on Wednesday at the University of the West of England, Colleges West formally […]

Breakfast cereal factory to get £66 million extension

01.07.2026

South West sees biggest business confidence rise of any region

30.06.2026

Seventy per cent of UK businesses fear economic uncertainty

30.06.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

Megadeals drive South West equity boom, but deal numbers fall

The South West saw the biggest percentage rise in equity investment of any UK nation or region in 2025, with funding for smaller businesses more than doubling to £687 million, according to the British Business Bank’s annual Small Business […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
02.07.2026

Business West presses case for Thames Valley devolution

Business West has pressed the case for Thames Valley devolution after Oxfordshire County Council pulled the plug on a deal that that would have brought billions of pounds of investment to the Thames Valley. Councils from Swindon to Reading […]

A £700,000 plan to drive economic growth in Wiltshire has been agreed by Wiltshire Council leaders.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
01.07.2026

£700,000 scheme to boost market towns launched

A £700,000 plan to drive economic growth in Wiltshire has been agreed by Wiltshire Council leaders. At a meeting of the council’s Liberal Democrat-led Cabinet last week, members voted in favour of the package, which includes a £250,000 small […]

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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 […]

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

12.05.2026

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

28.04.2026

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

14.04.2026

Swindon's National Self Build & Renovation Centre is holding a free event advising people on how they can cool their homes.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
24.06.2026

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

Swindon’s National Self Build & Renovation Centre is holding a free event advising people on how they can cool their homes. The UK’s award-winning homebuilding visitor centre will host its ventilation drop-in clinic on Saturday, July 4. The centre’s […]

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 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.

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 is to host its first TEDx event this month, with a host of well-known thought leaders.

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 […]

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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 […]

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

22.06.2026

Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification

11.06.2026

Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year

09.06.2026

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 […]

Organisers of a festival of the outdoors are encouraging residents to explore Salisbury's parks, rivers, nature reserves and community spaces as part of a unique ten-day celebration of wellbeing, nature and community connection.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.06.2026

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

Organisers of a festival of the outdoors are encouraging residents to explore Salisbury’s parks, rivers, nature reserves and community spaces as part of a unique ten-day celebration of wellbeing, nature and community connection. Running from Saturday 27 June to […]

Community solar group Wiltshire Wildlife Community Energy has officially wrapped up a fourth season of its free energy advice service, having provided support to around 460 people across the county.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.06.2026

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

Community solar group Wiltshire Wildlife Community Energy has officially wrapped up a fourth season of its free energy advice service, having provided support to around 460 people across the county. Since it began in 2022, the Keeping Warm This […]

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A Swindon-based contractor specialising in electrical, fire & security, and renewables has become an Employee Owned Trust in its 21st year.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
30.06.2026

Employees take charge at electrical firm

A Swindon-based contractor specialising in electrical, fire & security, and renewables has become an Employee Owned Trust in its 21st year. Abbey Group Services offers a range of services, from commercial fit-outs including offices, shops, and restaurants to residential […]

Family lawyer becomes chartered legal executive

18.06.2026

Business lender welcomes four new team members

10.06.2026

Happy birthday Mr Thring – staff help lawyer celebrate 90th birthday

04.06.2026

Estate planner and inheritance tax expert Sarah Giles has joined Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs as a senior associate.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
29.06.2026

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

Estate planner and inheritance tax expert Sarah Giles has joined Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs as a senior associate. Sarah joins the Devizes-based firm’s private client team with more than 25 years’ experience advising individuals and families on a wide […]

The team at Southby & Co. Financial Planning has been awarded Highly Commended in multiple categories in prestigious national awards which recognise financial services firms that are building strong and supportive working environments for their teams.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
23.06.2026

Financial planners recognised in national awards

The team at Southby & Co. Financial Planning has been awarded Highly Commended in multiple categories in prestigious national awards which recognise financial services firms that are building strong and supportive working environments for their teams. The Swindon firm […]

Swindon accountancy firm PPS Chartered Accountants has welcomed new apprentice Oakley Reed to the team as the Swindon-based firm continues to invest in developing future talent within the industry.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
23.06.2026

Swindon accountancy firm welcomes new apprentice

Swindon accountancy firm PPS Chartered Accountants has welcomed new apprentice Oakley Reed to the team as the Swindon-based firm continues to invest in developing future talent within the industry. Eighteen-year-old Oakley, who grew up in Swindon and recently moved […]

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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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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 […]

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

Five million reasons to talk about mental health – the HR Dept

13.05.2026

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 […]

Business leaders need to prepare now for changes ahead, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept

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 […]

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Featured News

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

News

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

Breakfast cereal factory to get £66 million extension

South West sees biggest business confidence rise of any region

Seventy per cent of UK businesses fear economic uncertainty

Megadeals drive South West equity boom, but deal numbers fall

Business West presses case for Thames Valley devolution

£700,000 scheme to boost market towns launched

Events

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

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

ESG

Award-winning charity launches new initiative connecting local organisations

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification

Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year

Haines Watts accountants help Swindon Film celebrate its 80th year

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

People

Employees take charge at electrical firm

Family lawyer becomes chartered legal executive

Business lender welcomes four new team members

Happy birthday Mr Thring – staff help lawyer celebrate 90th birthday

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

Financial planners recognised in national awards

Swindon accountancy firm welcomes new apprentice

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Navigating the 2026 Summer VAT reduction – Optimum Professional Services

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

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

Five million reasons to talk about mental health – the HR Dept

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

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

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