Swindon & Wiltshire Manufacturing Tuesday June 30 2026 Swindon gravy firm launches craft beer-inspired packaging A gravy manufacturer has launched its new range of stocks, sauces and marinades in eye-catching cans inspired by the craft beer industry. Swindon-based Potts has been cooking up a storm with its range of mall batch gravies and stocks, […]
Swindon & Wiltshire People Tuesday June 30 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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events Monday June 29 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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Property Monday June 29 2026 Transport secretary opens new Stagecoach travel hub in Swindon Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has opened the new Stagecoach travel hub at 1 Newbridge Square in Swindon. Beyond her cabinet position, Heidi is also the constituency MP for South Swindon. The new travel hub will serve as a customer […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Education, training and skills Monday June 29 2026 Generational communication expert sees international demand for workplace insights Generational communication expert Alastair Greener says organisations across Europe are increasingly looking for practical ways to manage multigenerational workforces, following a series of speaking engagements in Morocco, France and the UK. Alastair, of Generationally Speaking, recently delivered a keynote […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments Monday June 29 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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire M&A, deals Friday June 26 2026 Berkshire software firm acquired by European AI firm A Berkshire-based document management software provider has been acquired by European AI firm. Calico IIM’s acquisition of Filestream is its first UK deal and its entry into the British market. FileStream, which has spent more than 20 years building […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Property Thursday June 25 2026 Swindon’s important Local Plan goes to the vote next week A policy that will guide housebuilding and business development in Swindon over the next 20 years will be considered by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week. The Local Plan is the council’s most important planning document, guiding and assessing […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Culture Wednesday June 24 2026 Feeling hot? Think of winter, says Visit Wiltshire Hot weather getting to you? Think cool thoughts, advises Visit Wiltshire. With only six shopping months until Christmas, the official Destination Management Organisation for Wiltshire is looking forward to festive fun in the county. Among the season’s highlights is […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Events Wednesday June 24 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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Experts Wednesday June 24 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 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Economy Tuesday June 23 2026 Most south west business ‘able to withstand economic shocks’ South West businesses are showing resilience in response to global uncertainty, with 80 per cent saying they are confident in their ability to withstand economic shocks, according to new findings from the Lloyds Business Barometer. More than half (60 […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Economy Tuesday June 23 2026 Leap for foreign direct investment in Swindon, as Bristol leads Bristol remained the South West’s leading destination for inward investment last year, with Swindon recording four projects — a notable increase from just one in 2024, according to a new report. South West England maintained stable levels of foreign […]
Swindon & Wiltshire Awards Tuesday June 23 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 & Wiltshire Retail Tuesday June 23 2026 Entrepreneur celebrates first anniversary of high street shop A Royal Wootton Bassett entrepreneur is celebrating the first anniversary of her High Street business after a year that saw her expand into a second premises, grow her popular Coffee & Crystals events, and build a loyal community around […]