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Business activity across the South West expanded at a solid and accelerated pace in January, according to the latest NatWest Growth Tracker data.

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Friday February 13 2026

South West business activity expands at quickest pace in five months in January

Business activity across the South West expanded at a solid and accelerated pace in January, according to the latest NatWest Growth Tracker data. The headline South West Business Activity Index – a seasonally adjusted index which measures changes in […]

Work has officially started on the redevelopment of Apsley House in Swindon’s Old Town marking a major step forward in bringing the former museum and art gallery back into active use after six years standing empty.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Friday February 13 2026

Work begins on transformation of former Swindon museum

Work has officially started on the redevelopment of Apsley House in Swindon’s Old Town marking a major step forward in bringing the former museum and art gallery back into active use after six years standing empty. Property developer Arthur […]

A Swindon business centre has announced that it will support Ipsum, the Swindon-based mental health and wellbeing charity, as its charity of the year.

Swindon & Wiltshire Social
Thursday February 12 2026

Business centre names Ipsum as its charity of the year

A Swindon business centre has announced that it will support Ipsum, the Swindon-based mental health and wellbeing charity, as its charity of the year. The partnership will see the Nexus team, caféNexus customers, and more than 50 business centre […]

Almost eight in 10 private firms in the South West feel confident about their growth prospects, according to a new survey.

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Thursday February 12 2026

Most private firms in South West confident about their growth prospects

Almost eight in 10 private firms in the South West feel confident about their growth prospects, according to a new survey. 78 per cent told researchers from KPMG’s Private Enterprise Barometer they were feeling optimistic. The annual survey captured […]

A shareholders’ agreement protects the investment and interests of all owners and provides a quick, cost-effective way to prevent disputes from escalating, says Iain Mason, head of legal at Optimum Professional Services.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
Thursday February 12 2026

Why companies need a shareholders’ agreement – Optimum Professional Services

A shareholders’ agreement protects the investment and interests of all owners and provides a quick, cost-effective way to prevent disputes from escalating, says Iain Mason, head of legal at Optimum Professional Services. A shareholders’ agreement is a critical safeguarding […]

A business dedicated to helping product-based businesses stand out through eco-friendly gift wrapping and memorable presentation, has been named a winner of the prestigious #SBS Small Business Sunday award.

Swindon & Wiltshire Awards
Tuesday February 10 2026

Sole trader celebrates Dragon Theo win

A business dedicated to helping product-based businesses stand out through eco-friendly gift wrapping and memorable presentation, has been named a winner of the prestigious #SBS Small Business Sunday award. #SBS, founded by Dragon’s Den favourite Theo Paphitis, recognises outstanding […]

Creative agency Milk & Tweed has appointed a new senior client partner to help clients make the most of its expertise.

Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
Tuesday February 10 2026

Creative agency launches new client partner team

Creative agency Milk & Tweed has appointed a new senior client partner to help clients make the most of its expertise. Meg Fenner-Jamieson, who has been with the Chippenham -based agency for almost four years, is taking on the […]

Half-hourly rail services on some lines in the West are set to continue permanently, after agreement with the Department for Transport.

Swindon & Wiltshire Economy
Monday February 9 2026

Half-hourly train services extended in West

Half-hourly rail services on some lines in the West are set to continue permanently, after agreement with the Department for Transport. Since the regional authority, in partnership with Great Western Railway, introduced more frequent services on lines between Bristol […]

Three businesses are coming together to explore one of the most powerful drivers of success - collaboration - to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
Monday February 9 2026

Businesses champion collaboration for International Women’s Day

Three businesses are coming together to explore one of the most powerful drivers of success – collaboration – to celebrate International Women’s Day. The trio – Businesswomen UnLtd, Connect Network and Scott Media – are staging a free webinar […]

A developer with a major forthcoming development in Trowbridge has donated £2,000 to the Town Council for the renovation of a bandstand.

Swindon & Wiltshire Social
Monday February 9 2026

Builders blow their own trumpet with bandstand donation

A developer with a major forthcoming development in Trowbridge has donated £2,000 to the Town Council for the renovation of a bandstand. Persimmon Homes Wessex handed over the cheque to mayor Stephen Cooper, deputy mayor and Wiltshire Councillor Stewart […]

More than 30 apprentices have been hired by Swindon-headquartered construction firm Beard in its biggest apprentice intake to date.

Swindon & Wiltshire Education, training and skills
Monday February 9 2026

Record-breaking number of apprentices appointed by construction firm

More than 30 apprentices have been hired by Swindon-headquartered construction firm Beard in its biggest apprentice intake to date. The current cohort includes apprentices, degree apprentices and T-Level students. Marking National Apprenticeship Week, the family-owned contractor says the early […]

A business centre on the outskirts of Trowbridge is to be put on the market by its owner Wiltshire Council.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Thursday February 5 2026

Council-owned business centre in Trowbridge to be sold

A business centre on the outskirts of Trowbridge is to be put on the market by its owner Wiltshire Council. Ascot Court at White Horse Business Park offers serviced office space, co-working space, and meeting rooms under the council’s […]

Shops, bars and cafes could soon be opening at Swindon’s historic Carriage Works, with three commercial units ready for their new occupants.

Swindon & Wiltshire Property
Thursday February 5 2026

Shops and cafes to open in heart of Swindon’s heritage zone

Shops, bars and cafes could soon be opening at Swindon’s historic Carriage Works, with three commercial units ready for their new occupants. Carriage Works, once part of the largest locomotive carriage works in the country, was built in 1876 […]

Swindon-based creative agency GEL Studios has become employee-owned, awarding a 30 per cent stake to its in-house team.

Swindon & Wiltshire Governance
Thursday February 5 2026

Employee ownership for Swindon creative agency

Swindon-based creative agency GEL Studios has become employee-owned, awarding a 30 per cent stake to its in-house team. Under the new Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme with Vestd, 30 per cent of the business has been allocated to current […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Tech
Thursday February 5 2026

Data centre makes £10 million investment in Swindon

A European digital infrastructure provider is making a £10 million investment in Swindon’s digital infrastructure. nLighten plans to invest the money in its South Marston Industrial Estate data centre, including significant upgrades to the facility, enhanced security, modernised technology […]