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Swindon & Wiltshire News
22.09.2023

Industry leaders to converge on city for Bristol Technology Festival

The countdown to Bristol Technology Festival, the UK’s largest and most connected regional tech event, has begun. From October 9 to 13, locations throughout central Bristol will play host to this festival of tech with five days of showcases, […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
22.09.2023

Business organisations welcome interest rates freeze

Business organisations have welcomed the Bank of England’s decision to freeze interest rates after 14 consecutive months of rises. In a surprise announcement, the Bank said yesterday (Thursday) that it was pegging interest rates at 5.25 per cent. The […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
19.09.2023

Good Energy profits soar by 168 per cent, data shows

Rising wholesale costs have led to bumper revenue and profit at Chippenham-based renewable electricity supplier Good Energy. Stock market figures published this morning (Tuesday) show revenue increased 45.6 per cent to £156.1 million in the six months to June […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
22.09.2023

Business organisations welcome interest rates freeze

Business organisations have welcomed the Bank of England’s decision to freeze interest rates after 14 consecutive months of rises. In a surprise announcement, the Bank said yesterday (Thursday) that it was pegging interest rates at 5.25 per cent. The […]

Corporate insolvencies in Wiltshire and Thames Valley up by a third – R3

18.09.2023

Networking group Professional Connections of Wiltshire celebrates fifth anniversary

18.09.2023

Swindon Virtual Assistant named VA of the Year

18.09.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire News
22.09.2023

The Future Smiths launches in Swindon with networking event next week

The Future Smiths, a new community-driven organisation set up to advance entrepreneurship and innovation, has announced two initiatives aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners in Swindon and Wiltshire. In collaboration with Tech Spark Swindon & Wiltshire, The Future […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
19.09.2023

Goodman Nash unearths significant savings for Wiltshire Museums

Wiltshire-based property tax experts Goodman Nash have been doing their part to preserve local history in Wiltshire. The Devizes-based business has uncovered significant savings for four of the county’s museums, leading to substantial rebates and helping to reduce future […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
19.09.2023

Good Energy profits soar by 168 per cent, data shows

Rising wholesale costs have led to bumper revenue and profit at Chippenham-based renewable electricity supplier Good Energy. Stock market figures published this morning (Tuesday) show revenue increased 45.6 per cent to £156.1 million in the six months to June […]

Culture

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Gaia by Luke Jerram at University of Bristol 2019

Swindon & Wiltshire Culture
21.09.2023

Gaia, heavenly body in Bath Abbey, plus Chocolate Smash in Bristol

Since humans first looked up to the sky at night we have been able to see the moon. But to see the earth on which we evolved, in its entirety, has only been possible since 1967. The view of […]

Malmesbury’s artful shopping trail

25.08.2023

Swindon – unlikely mural mecca? Swindon Paint Fest

24.08.2023

Swin-‘E’-Dog leads the charge for The Big Dog Art Trail

02.08.2023

Devizes Carnival 2021 photo © Festival Chronicle

Swindon & Wiltshire Culture
11.09.2023

Bradford talks culture and community

This article was to be entitled ‘the meaning of culture to community and business’ but that’s like saying ‘what’s the point of eating food?’ Over the years beleagured and chronically underfunded arts organisations have tried to show what montisation […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Culture
04.09.2023

White horse sculpture celebrates new beginnings at housing development

A white horse sculpture has been unveiled at a development of new houses at Shrivenham, near Swindon. The 5ft high horse – inspired by the nearby Bronze Age white horse at Uffington – was commissioned by developer Bloor Homes […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Culture
01.09.2023

Heritage Open Days offer a chance to explore Swindon’s industrial past

There’s a chance to explore Swindon’s industrial past next week (September 8 to 10) as historic buildings across the Borough throw open their doors, free of charge as part of Heritage Open Days. Residents and visitors will be able […]

Appointments

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Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
20.09.2023

New head of sales and marketing joins SMARTech energy

Chippenham-based energy efficiency firm SMARTech energy has appointed Jamie Standfield as its new head of sales and marketing. The appointment comes as the company looks to build its sales presence across the UK to support growth plans in 2023 […]

New solicitors appointed by Thrings following qualification

08.09.2023

Law firm Goughs celebrates three newly qualified solicitors

04.09.2023

Two apprentices begin their careers with John Williams Heating Services

31.08.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
19.09.2023

Devizes law firm Wansbroughs takes on six new trainees

Devizes law firm Wansbroughs has taken on six new trainee solicitors this month, taking the total number of trainees in the firm to 14. The six aspiring lawyers joining the firm’s training programme are Lauren Baddeley, Georgia Clark, David […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
19.09.2023

The Pursuit Agency takes on content marketing executive

Digital marketing expert Rob Curtis, who founded Swindon-based The Pursuit Agency a year ago, has welcomed his first employee. Belle Brookes (22), who lives in Oxfordshire has joined the agency as a content marketing executive. She was previously freelance […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
11.09.2023

Wiltshire law firm Goughs appoints four new trainees

Wiltshire-based law firm Goughs has appointed four new trainee solicitors – bringing the number of trainees in the growing firm to eight. Gemma Creighton, Megan Solomon, Caoimhe Edwards and Tabitha Stockham all joined the firm this month. Gemma joined […]

Community champions

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Swindon & Wiltshire Community champions
22.09.2023

The Big Dog Art Trail raises £165,800 for Julia’s House

The auction of balloon dog sculptures that have adorned the streets of Swindon over the summer as part of The Big Dog Art Trail has raised £165,800 for Julia’s House. The auction took place in the Great Western Hall […]

Good Energy volunteers praised for “enthusiastic” work on Wilts & Berks Canal

11.09.2023

Big Dog Art Trail hailed a huge success as sculptures are prepared for auction

07.09.2023

PR consultant raises £5,000 for hospital that has helped her battle cancer

04.09.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire Community champions
21.09.2023

Goughs Solicitors seeks a new Charity of the Year

Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors is looking for a new charity partner to support in 2024. Every year the firm, which has seven offices across the county, works with one charity working within Wiltshire. The firm’s 2023 charity partner […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Community champions
18.09.2023

Beard Construction retains Investors in People gold award

Swindon-headquartered construction company Beard has announced it has successfully retained its Investors in People (IIP) gold accreditation for a fourth successive time. The three-year accreditation is presented to companies that can demonstrate a clear commitment to its people, fostering […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Community champions
15.09.2023

Vocational grants of up to £1,000 from Wiltshire Community Foundation help young people follow career dreams

Grants of up to £1,000 available from Wiltshire Community Foundation could help boost the education prospects and life chances for young people for families struggling in the cost of living crisis. The community foundation’s Vocational Training Grants are available […]

Motors

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Swindon & Wiltshire Motors
20.09.2023

Volkswagen unveils the new Tiguan – now the world’s most popular VW

Volkswagen has unveiled the latest iteration of its Tiguan – now officially the world’s most popular VW as drivers opt for compact SUVs over hatchbacks like the Golf. VW says more than 7.6 million buyers have chosen the Tiguan […]

BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet visits the UK

24.08.2023

Fleet electric vehicle surge drives car market growth

09.08.2023

‘Anyone’ or “Eeny One’? Honda gives launch date for its oddly-named e:Ny1 electric SUV

02.08.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire Motors
13.09.2023

BMW introduces its longer-range, cheaper iX1 eDrive20 model

BMW has unveiled its new, longer-range, cheaper iX1 eDrive20 model. Aimed firmly at the fleet market, the all-electric model uses a single electric motor, enabling it to travel further between charges than the twin-motor xDrive30 version – offering a […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Motors
06.09.2023

Mini unveils the next-generation Mini Cooper Electric

Mini has said it is “reinventing an icon” as it unveils its next-generation Mini Cooper Electric. The fifth-generation Mini Cooper was unveiled at the IAA International Motor Show in Munich. It offers either E and SE output levels, offering […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Motors
31.08.2023

What Car? reveals its electric cars of the year

What Car? has revealed the winners of its 2023 Electric Car Awards, with the Volkswagen ID Buzz taking home the coveted Car of the Year award. The judges noted: “There’s so much affection for the Buzz’s retro design that […]

Property

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Swindon & Wiltshire Property
22.09.2023

Swindon construction schemes and firms win at Building Excellence Awards

A key affordable housing scheme in Swindon and Zurich’s new headquarters, Unity Place, have scooped a top title in the Local Authority Building Control West of England Building Excellence Awards. The awards, which are highly regarded by the building […]

Kerr Office Group achieves record growth a year on from new CEO appointment

12.09.2023

Wadworth opens new brewery – over the road from its old home

11.09.2023

Proximity Data Centres acquired by nLighten

06.09.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
21.09.2023

Self storage firm Cinch to open new facility in Swindon

Self storage firm Cinch has announced it will be opening a 68,000 sq ft facility on Swindon’s Cheney Manor Industrial Estate. Due to open in late 2024 the facility will provide lettable space for domestic and business customers. More […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
12.09.2023

Praise for hero builders who tackled blaze as White Horse Housing Association welcomes first tenant at village development

Hero builders have been praised for rushing to the rescue of an elderly homeowner after her thatched cottage caught fire. The builders, who were working on new homes for White Horse Housing Association at Hazel Green in Urchfont, spotted […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
12.09.2023

Backhouse launches new show home in Moreton-in-Marsh with four sold on the opening weekend

Chippenham-based developer Backhouse has opened the doors to prospective buyers at its latest show home in Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire, and reserved four homes on the opening weekend. The brand-new development is an exquisite new residential area situated on […]

Experts

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Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
20.09.2023

Protecting your business for 2023 and beyond – Dave Southby Financial Planning

Life events can mean that a business owner’s financial future can literally evaporate without protection, advice and support says Dave Southby of Dave Southby Financial Planning. Running your own business is something which can be overwhelming, and time-consuming and […]

Shhh! I’m trying to work – The HR Dept

24.08.2023

Don’t let marketing slide to the bottom of the priority list – Resolution Design

09.08.2023

How to keep your business safe and employees healthy during the summer – BusinessWise

02.08.2023

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
13.09.2023

Are you feeling the September surge? – The HR Dept

You may not have heard of the September surge, but you have probably felt it before, says Peter Jones of The HR Dept Swindon & Wiltshire. The ‘September surge’ is a relatively new term, used to describe an uptick […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
06.09.2023

Five Business Tips for 2023 & 2024 from insurance expert Katherine Letten – BusinessWise

Katherine Letten from A-Plan Insurance, who is a member of the not-for-profit business referral group BusinessWise shares her thoughts about business success and resilience for the next year. At A-Plan it’s our job to talk to businesses about how […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
30.08.2023

About to hit the VAT threshold? Don’t delay in registering – Optimum Professional Services

Businesses that are about to hit the VAT threshold should register ASAP, says Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services Businesses on the verge of reaching the threshold for VAT should apply for their registration sooner rather than later. HMRC […]

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Featured News

Industry leaders to converge on city for Bristol Technology Festival

Business organisations welcome interest rates freeze

Good Energy profits soar by 168 per cent, data shows

News

Business organisations welcome interest rates freeze

Corporate insolvencies in Wiltshire and Thames Valley up by a third – R3

Networking group Professional Connections of Wiltshire celebrates fifth anniversary

Swindon Virtual Assistant named VA of the Year

The Future Smiths launches in Swindon with networking event next week

Goodman Nash unearths significant savings for Wiltshire Museums

Good Energy profits soar by 168 per cent, data shows

Culture

Gaia, heavenly body in Bath Abbey, plus Chocolate Smash in Bristol

Malmesbury’s artful shopping trail

Swindon – unlikely mural mecca? Swindon Paint Fest

Swin-‘E’-Dog leads the charge for The Big Dog Art Trail

Bradford talks culture and community

White horse sculpture celebrates new beginnings at housing development

Heritage Open Days offer a chance to explore Swindon’s industrial past

Appointments

New head of sales and marketing joins SMARTech energy

New solicitors appointed by Thrings following qualification

Law firm Goughs celebrates three newly qualified solicitors

Two apprentices begin their careers with John Williams Heating Services

Devizes law firm Wansbroughs takes on six new trainees

The Pursuit Agency takes on content marketing executive

Wiltshire law firm Goughs appoints four new trainees

Community champions

The Big Dog Art Trail raises £165,800 for Julia’s House

Good Energy volunteers praised for “enthusiastic” work on Wilts & Berks Canal

Big Dog Art Trail hailed a huge success as sculptures are prepared for auction

PR consultant raises £5,000 for hospital that has helped her battle cancer

Goughs Solicitors seeks a new Charity of the Year

Beard Construction retains Investors in People gold award

Vocational grants of up to £1,000 from Wiltshire Community Foundation help young people follow career dreams

Motors

Volkswagen unveils the new Tiguan – now the world’s most popular VW

BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet visits the UK

Fleet electric vehicle surge drives car market growth

‘Anyone’ or “Eeny One’? Honda gives launch date for its oddly-named e:Ny1 electric SUV

BMW introduces its longer-range, cheaper iX1 eDrive20 model

Mini unveils the next-generation Mini Cooper Electric

What Car? reveals its electric cars of the year

Property

Swindon construction schemes and firms win at Building Excellence Awards

Kerr Office Group achieves record growth a year on from new CEO appointment

Wadworth opens new brewery – over the road from its old home

Proximity Data Centres acquired by nLighten

Self storage firm Cinch to open new facility in Swindon

Praise for hero builders who tackled blaze as White Horse Housing Association welcomes first tenant at village development

Backhouse launches new show home in Moreton-in-Marsh with four sold on the opening weekend

Experts

Protecting your business for 2023 and beyond – Dave Southby Financial Planning

Shhh! I’m trying to work – The HR Dept

Don’t let marketing slide to the bottom of the priority list – Resolution Design

How to keep your business safe and employees healthy during the summer – BusinessWise

Are you feeling the September surge? – The HR Dept

Five Business Tips for 2023 & 2024 from insurance expert Katherine Letten – BusinessWise

About to hit the VAT threshold? Don’t delay in registering – Optimum Professional Services

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