Swindon & Wiltshire Archives - Business Biscuit

Business activity across the South West private sector was broadly unchanged in May amid muted demand conditions, according to the latest NatWest Growth Tracker.

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Thursday June 11 2026

South West business activity flat in May

Business activity across the South West private sector was broadly unchanged in May amid muted demand conditions, according to the latest NatWest Growth Tracker. At 49.9, the headline South West Business Activity Index – a seasonally adjusted index which […]

The South West of England has posted its strongest equity investment performance in years, with fresh data showing deal volumes up 11 per cent in Q1 2026 and total investment value jumping 66 per cent year on year, almost twice the national growth rate.

Swindon & Wiltshire Tech
Thursday June 11 2026

South West outpaces UK for tech investment

The South West of England has posted its strongest equity investment performance in years, with fresh data showing deal volumes up 11 per cent in Q1 2026 and total investment value jumping 66 per cent year on year, almost […]

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.

Swindon & Wiltshire Governance
Thursday June 11 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 […]

A Wiltshire manufacturer has opened the UK's first fully solar-powered tea factory.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Thursday June 11 2026

Wiltshire manufacturer opens UK’s first solar-powered tea factory

A Wiltshire manufacturer has opened the UK’s first fully solar-powered tea factory. Independent tea brand Birchall Tea has opened a new purpose-built tea factory and warehouse in Amesbury, generating all the power it needs for its operations from 460 […]

One of Swindon's new drone factories will be up and running by September, the leader of Swindon Borough Council has been told.

Swindon & Wiltshire Manufacturing
Wednesday June 10 2026

Drone manufacturing will be underway in months, says Swindon manufacturer

One of Swindon’s new drone factories will be up and running by September, the leader of Swindon Borough Council has been told. The council’s new leader, Gary Sumner, toured the firm’s new facility at the Spectrum building recently to […]

Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce now operates from new premises at the heart of Slough town centre following a move facilitated by property consultancy Vail Williams.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Wednesday June 10 2026

Chamber of Commerce moves into new Berkshire offices

Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce now operates from new premises at the heart of Slough town centre following a move facilitated by property consultancy Vail Williams. The Chamber, which has been supporting the regional business community for 75 years, […]

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.

Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
Wednesday June 10 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 […]

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

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
Wednesday June 10 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 […]

The South of England jobs market weakened further in May, with permanent hiring still under pressure as employers held back on recruitment amid poor confidence and tight budgets.

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Tuesday June 9 2026

Temp billings rise as employers hold back on recruiting

The South of England jobs market weakened further in May, with permanent hiring still under pressure as employers held back on recruitment amid poor confidence and tight budgets. At the same time, companies leaned more heavily on temporary staff, […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Tuesday June 9 2026

Nationwide CEO gets big pay rise

The CEO of Swindon-based building society Nationwide has seen her pay package almost double after the building society’s takeover of Virgin Money, in a move that is likely to reignite debate over executive rewards at mutual lenders. Dame Debbie […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Tuesday June 9 2026

Warehouse with development potential heads to auction

A freehold warehouse investment in Chippenham with redevelopment potential is heading to auction next month, with Wiltshire-based Brockhurst Property Management. 1 & 2 Station Square will offer the buyer an income-producing asset close to the town’s main rail station. […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Social
Tuesday June 9 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 […]

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.

Swindon & Wiltshire Governance
Monday June 8 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 […]

One of Swindon’s oldest law firms has announced the relocation of its town centre office to modern new premises.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Monday June 8 2026

Historic Swindon law firm relocates to new office

One of Swindon’s oldest law firms has announced the relocation of its town centre office to modern new premises. Bevirs Law, which has had a presence in Swindon since around 1910, has moved its town-based team from Regent Circus […]

Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide is installing life-saving defibrillators and bleed control kits across its 605 branches, while rolling out life-saving first aid sessions in Britain’s local communities.

Swindon & Wiltshire Social
Friday June 5 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, […]