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Wiltshire has been handed a major boost after today’s Budget confirmed Government support for a Wessex devolution deal — putting the county on course for a share of powers, funding and a directly elected regional mayor.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

The only way is Wessex, as Chancellor okays Wiltshire devolution deal

Wiltshire has been handed a major boost after today’s Budget confirmed Government support for a Wessex devolution deal – putting the county on course for a share of powers, funding and a directly elected regional mayor. Chancellor John Healey […]

Swindon is set to gain a bigger voice over transport, housing, skills and investment after the Government confirmed the Thames Valley will move forward with plans for a new mayoral strategic authority.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

Swindon overcomes snobbery to help Thames Valley reach devolution milestone

Swindon is set to gain a bigger voice over transport, housing, skills, and investment after the Government confirmed the Thames Valley will move forward with plans for a new mayoral strategic authority. Chancellor John Healey announced in his Autumn […]

John Healey’s first Budget was pitched as “breathing space” for a strained economy: targeted help for households and high streets, paired with incentives for entrepreneurs and growth sectors, while avoiding a headline increase in the main corporation tax rate.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

Healey’s first Budget: Business Biscuit partners give their reaction

John Healey’s first Budget was pitched as “breathing space” for a strained economy: targeted help for households and high streets, paired with incentives for entrepreneurs and growth sectors, while avoiding a headline increase in the main corporation tax rate. […]

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A Swindon accountancy firm is preparing for its final Business Charity Breakfast of 2026, having raised almost £9,000 and supported 23 charities and community projects through its popular networking events.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
26.10.2026

Swindon networkers raise £9k for charity as last event of 2026 approaches

A Swindon accountancy firm is preparing for its final Business Charity Breakfast of 2026, having raised almost £9,000 and supported 23 charities and community projects through its popular networking events. PPS Chartered Accountants will welcome local business owners and […]

Thames Valley business leaders to get experts’ take on Autumn Budget

17.09.2026

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

09.09.2026

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

20.08.2026

Business leaders in Wiltshire are being invited to unpick the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s premiership at a special event in Royal Wootton Bassett later this month.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
15.10.2026

SME leaders invited to unpack first Healey Budget

Business leaders in Wiltshire are being invited to unpack the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s premiership at a special event in Royal Wootton Bassett later this month. Chalkhill Blue managing director Chris Spratling and Purple Lime client director David […]

Wiltshire entrepreneurs now know who will be grilling them on stage: the “Get Investment Ready” Dragons’ Den at next month’s West Wiltshire Business Expo has confirmed its full panel, headlined by former BBC Dragons’ Den investor Nick Jenkins.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
25.09.2026

Dragons’ Den panel finalised for Wiltshire expo

Wiltshire entrepreneurs now know who will be grilling them on stage: the “Get Investment Ready” Dragons’ Den at next month’s West Wiltshire Business Expo has confirmed its full panel, headlined by former BBC Dragons’ Den investor Nick Jenkins. Nick, […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
23.09.2026

TV’s Home Genie to appear at National Self Build & Renovation Show

TV property expert Georgina Burnett, known to many as The Home Genie, will be making a special appearance at The National Self Build & Renovation Show in Swindon next month. Georgina is a familiar face on TV shows including […]

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A new Mud Kitchen is helping transform outdoor learning for pupils at Southbroom Nursery & Infant School in Devizes, thanks to a £500 donation from Trowbridge-based meals provider, apetito.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
28.10.2026

Donation unlocks outdoor learning opportunities for pupils

A new Mud Kitchen is helping transform outdoor learning for pupils at Southbroom Nursery & Infant School in Devizes, thanks to a £500 donation from Trowbridge-based meals provider, apetito. The funding has enabled the school to deliver a key […]

Nationwide launches discreet online Safe Space for domestic abuse victims

12.10.2026

Law firm’s golf day tees up £12k for charity

08.10.2026

UKSBS colleagues volunteer to help restore Swindon canal

06.10.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
26.10.2026

Swindon networkers raise £9k for charity as last event of 2026 approaches

A Swindon accountancy firm is preparing for its final Business Charity Breakfast of 2026, having raised almost £9,000 and supported 23 charities and community projects through its popular networking events. PPS Chartered Accountants will welcome local business owners and […]

Champion fundraiser Mike Land is at it again – and this time he’s taking up boxing to support Swindon charity Best Mates.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
21.10.2026

Fundraiser delivers knockout blow for charity

Champion fundraiser Mike Land is at it again – and this time he’s taking up boxing to support Swindon charity Best Mates. Mike, a branding expert who runs Nickel Design, last hit the headlines in November 2025, when he […]

Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation has awarded more than £30 million in grants, reaching a major milestone in its 51-year history.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
15.10.2026

Community foundation hits £30 million grants milestone

Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation has awarded more than £30 million in grants, reaching a major milestone in its 51-year history. The Foundation, founded in 1975 as Europe’s first community foundation, has now distributed more than 10,000 grants to […]

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The first ever apprentice hired by social lender Acorn Community Bank have so impressed bosses that he has been made a permanent member of staff.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
22.10.2026

Community bank’s impressive apprentice is offered a full-time role

The first ever apprentice hired by social lender Acorn Community Bank so impressed bosses that he has been made a permanent member of staff. George Woollands, 19, spent two years at the bank, which helps people on low incomes […]

Empowerment coach takes the helm at Swindon networking group

12.10.2026

Swindon legal partner named in industry Hall of Fame

05.10.2026

Goughs Solicitors holds Legal 500 rankings

02.10.2026

Four Chippenham businesswomen have been recognised at the 2026 Female Business Awards, with gift-wrapping specialist Eve Cale taking home a national title.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
22.10.2026

Chippenham founders shine at national awards

Four Chippenham businesswomen have been recognised at the 2026 Female Business Awards, with gift-wrapping specialist Eve Cale taking home a national title. Eve, founder of Giftwrapped by Eve, won the sales & marketing category at the awards ceremony, held […]

Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors has strengthened its reputation as one of the South West’s leading legal practices after retaining its Chambers and Partners 2027 rankings for family law and real estate, with three partners also individually recognised.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
15.10.2026

Goughs retains national recognition for family and real estate teams

Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors has strengthened its reputation as one of the South West’s leading legal practices after retaining its Chambers and Partners 2027 rankings for family law and real estate, with three partners also individually recognised. The […]

West law firm Thrings has appointed 11 new partners as part of a promotions round that has seen 19 colleagues advance across the business.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
12.10.2026

Thrings appoints record 11 new partners in latest promotions round

West law firm Thrings has appointed 11 new partners as part of a promotions round that has seen 19 colleagues advance across the business. The firm said around half of those promoted began their legal careers at Thrings, underlining […]

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 […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

The only way is Wessex, as Chancellor okays Wiltshire devolution deal

Wiltshire has been handed a major boost after today’s Budget confirmed Government support for a Wessex devolution deal – putting the county on course for a share of powers, funding and a directly elected regional mayor. Chancellor John Healey […]

Nationwide to cut 275 more jobs as Swindon-based lender integrates Virgin Money

26.10.2026

South West businesses target £331m AI growth prize

26.10.2026

Swindon misses City of Culture shortlist

22.10.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

Swindon overcomes snobbery to help Thames Valley reach devolution milestone

Swindon is set to gain a bigger voice over transport, housing, skills, and investment after the Government confirmed the Thames Valley will move forward with plans for a new mayoral strategic authority. Chancellor John Healey announced in his Autumn […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

Healey’s first Budget: Business Biscuit partners give their reaction

John Healey’s first Budget was pitched as “breathing space” for a strained economy: targeted help for households and high streets, paired with incentives for entrepreneurs and growth sectors, while avoiding a headline increase in the main corporation tax rate. […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
28.10.2026

Rugby legend to open law firm’s new office

A former England rugby captain will swap the goal line for a line of ribbon next month, when he officially opens Goughs Solicitors’ new Bradford on Avon office – making the firm the town’s only full-service law practice. The […]

Experts

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The law regarding sexual harassment in workplaces changes this week. Peter Jones of the HR Dept sets out what employers need to know.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
28.10.2026

Taking all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment

The law regarding sexual harassment in workplaces changes this week. Peter Jones of the HR Dept sets out what employers need to know. On 30th October, the law regarding sexual harassment in workplaces is strengthened to require employers to […]

Making Tax Digital for sole traders goes live – Optimum Professional Services

22.09.2026

Employment Rights Act: more changes coming in October – the HR Dept

16.09.2026

HMRC plans to move tax closer to payday – Optimum Professional Services

09.09.2026

Business owners risk creating dependency rather than genuine scale if their firm cannot function without their constant involvement, limiting both their own freedom and the company’s value to potential buyers, says Chris Spratling of Chalkhill Blue.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
14.10.2026

Are you building a business, or have you simply built yourself a job?

Business owners risk creating dependency rather than genuine scale if their firm cannot function without their constant involvement, limiting both their own freedom and the company’s value to potential buyers, says Chris Spratling of Chalkhill Blue. There is a […]

Across the country there are reports of a tidal wave of AI-drafted grievances inundating businesses - Peter Jones of the HR Dept gives some tips on how to deal with them.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
07.10.2026

How to deal with AI grievances

Across the country there are reports of a tidal wave of AI-drafted grievances inundating businesses – Peter Jones of the HR Dept gives some tips on how to deal with them. A tidal wave of AI-generated grievances is inundating […]

Rising audit thresholds may tempt businesses to opt out, but independent financial oversight often delivers far more value than mere compliance, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
30.09.2026

Why audit still matters for growing businesses – Optimum Professional Services

Rising audit thresholds may tempt businesses to opt out, but independent financial oversight often delivers far more value than mere compliance, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services. When audit thresholds rise, it is easy to see exemption as […]

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Featured News

The only way is Wessex, as Chancellor okays Wiltshire devolution deal

Swindon overcomes snobbery to help Thames Valley reach devolution milestone

Healey’s first Budget: Business Biscuit partners give their reaction

Events

Swindon networkers raise £9k for charity as last event of 2026 approaches

Thames Valley business leaders to get experts’ take on Autumn Budget

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

SME leaders invited to unpack first Healey Budget

Dragons’ Den panel finalised for Wiltshire expo

TV’s Home Genie to appear at National Self Build & Renovation Show

ESG

Donation unlocks outdoor learning opportunities for pupils

Nationwide launches discreet online Safe Space for domestic abuse victims

Law firm’s golf day tees up £12k for charity

UKSBS colleagues volunteer to help restore Swindon canal

Swindon networkers raise £9k for charity as last event of 2026 approaches

Fundraiser delivers knockout blow for charity

Community foundation hits £30 million grants milestone

People

Community bank’s impressive apprentice is offered a full-time role

Empowerment coach takes the helm at Swindon networking group

Swindon legal partner named in industry Hall of Fame

Goughs Solicitors holds Legal 500 rankings

Chippenham founders shine at national awards

Goughs retains national recognition for family and real estate teams

Thrings appoints record 11 new partners in latest promotions round

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

News

The only way is Wessex, as Chancellor okays Wiltshire devolution deal

Nationwide to cut 275 more jobs as Swindon-based lender integrates Virgin Money

South West businesses target £331m AI growth prize

Swindon misses City of Culture shortlist

Swindon overcomes snobbery to help Thames Valley reach devolution milestone

Healey’s first Budget: Business Biscuit partners give their reaction

Rugby legend to open law firm’s new office

Experts

Taking all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment

Making Tax Digital for sole traders goes live – Optimum Professional Services

Employment Rights Act: more changes coming in October – the HR Dept

HMRC plans to move tax closer to payday – Optimum Professional Services

Are you building a business, or have you simply built yourself a job?

How to deal with AI grievances

Why audit still matters for growing businesses – Optimum Professional Services

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