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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to make public announcement - what it's about
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to make a public address in front of 10 Downing Street this evening (Friday, March 1). The Prime Minister spent the day in Scotland, giving a speech to the Scottish Conservative conference in the afternoon.
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Godwin-Malife, inverted full-backs, and Swindon's new favourite move
There was plenty of surprise amongst Swindon Town fans when Udoka Godwin-Malife lined up on the left against Tranmere Rovers, but could that switch unlock a new element of their attack? Gavin Gunning has said on multiple occasions this season that
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Teacher launches new 'bring your own music' DJ event at Swindon pub
A Swindon teacher has begun teaching a very different subject as he has started an inclusive night showing people how to DJ with vinyl. Chris Mawdsley, 48, who teaches SEND children and has been DJing for two years, runs the event each first Saturday
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Update to town centre bus lane extensions amid Fleming Way work
An update has been issued on the Fleming Way Bus Boulevard by Swindon Borough Council. The update makes the experimental traffic orders which have been in place since September 4, 2022 surrounding the site permanent. The orders, which become
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Journalist reveals loss of 21 family members in Gaza
A Palestinian journalist who has lost 21 members of his family based in Gaza was a special guest at a Swindon fundraising event last month. Ahmed Alnouaq attended the charity dinner organised by Swindon Palestine Solidarity charity dinner to help
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Meet the man who is now in charge of the ambulance service in Swindon and Wiltshire
The new chief executive of the ambulance service which serves Swindon and Wiltshire has been announced. Dr John Martin has been appointed as the chief executive at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Martin joined the
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Convicted murderer wanted on recall to prison may be in Swindon town centre
Police are searching for a man previously convicted of murder who is wanted on recall to prison. Wesley Keel has breached his licence conditions and officers are keen to bring him back into custody. The 46-year-old, of no fixed abode, is thought
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I'm a pharmacist and this is the best way to ease hay fever symptoms
As we move into March, and eventually spring, the pollen count across the UK is expected to rise, bringing with it the unwanted menace of hay fever. Also known as allergic rhinitis, hay fever occurs when the body reacts to histamine, a substance
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Multi-million pound changes announced at Swindon M&S store
Marks and Spencer has announced plans to invest millions of pounds into changing one of its Swindon shops. The chain's Orbital Shopping Park site will soon be expanded into the empty unit next door. The retailer has worked with Orbital owners
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Who is eligible for a free NHS-funded eye test? See full list of those entitled
It’s always important to look after our health, but with the cost of everyday life becoming more expensive, people often delay regular check-ups if they can’t afford it. This includes eye tests which people are recommended to have every two years
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Man arrested following ‘assault’ in Swindon town centre
A man in his 20s has been arrested following an assault in Swindon town centre on Saturday afternoon (February 24). Wiltshire Police officers were called to Curtis Street in Swindon to attend what they have described as a "disturbance" which took
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'Get Excited' - Gunning says fans should be enthused by young talent
Gavin Gunning has urged Swindon Town fans to “get excited” about the club’s young talent and the prospect of the future. Swindon fans have been enthused by the promise shown by multiple young players in recent games, particularly Sean McGurk, who
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Swindon defender ruled out for the season through injury
Swindon Town defender Pharrell Johnson will be out for the season due to an injury that he picked up at Nottingham Forest. Johnson joined Swindon in January as they took over his Forest contract and made his debut off the bench during the 2-0 win
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Sewage dumped into river for 30 HOURS since Thursday
Sewage has been dumped into a Swindon river for more than 30 hours since Thursday morning. A map which "indicates" storm overflows around the Thames Water region, shows a sewage discharge is ongoing into the Liden Brook along Wanborough Road between
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Town on-loan striker subject of alleged racial abuse in Scotland
Swindon Town striker Tomi Adeloye has been the subject of racial abuse during a match for his loan club Partick Thistle. Adeloye has been spending the season in the Scottish Championship with the Glasgow club, making 20 appearances and scoring
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Dworzak heads to National League South club on loan
Swindon Town midfielder Anton Dworzak has joined National League South outfit Hemel Hempstead Town on loan. The 18-year-old has made four first-team appearances this season, all of which coming from the bench, with the most recent being half an
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What is arthritis? Symptoms to look out for, causes and treatment
While you’ve probably heard of arthritis, you might not be familiar with the causes, symptoms and treatment. There are different types of arthritis with some being more common than others in the UK. To help you understand the condition further
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Standstill traffic on M4 after coach crash
11:49am Delays remain The third lane of the M4 westbound between Junction 16 and 17 has yet to reopen four hours on
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BT makes big change to service for more than 30 million customers
Telecoms giant BT has shared plans for their phone services that will affect more than 30 million UK customers. The change of services will see BT shut down its traditional analogue landline service and make the step towards internet-based service
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The temperature your house should be to avoid condensation
As we make our way into autumn, the cold weather has started to arrive across the UK and before we know it winter will be here too. Many will now be swapping their summer duvet for a thicker one, gradually introducing jumpers to their wardrobes
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Abandoned community centre to be demolished despite bid to save it
A derelict community centre in Swindon is set to be demolished. News first broke of the possibility of the Nythe Community Centre being knocked down last month when parents were emailed to say they would need to arrange childcare for May 2 because
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New Starbucks 'concept store' planned for Swindon
A name familiar to travellers from all across the country could be disappearing from Swindon railway station. And it might be replaced by one familiar to people the world over. An application has been put in to the borough council’s planning
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Council provides update on £34 million new housing development in Swindon
Tenants will soon be moving into new affordable housing in Swindon, the council has announced. Main details That's because the Queens Drive housing development, which cost £34 million, is nearing completion. A total of 149 homes (100 apartments
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Nationwide reveals plans for extra land at site of new housing estate
The building society behind new housesin the town wants to make sure residents have equal access to gardens. Nationwide is building 239 houses at Oakfield, partly on the site of the University of Bath's former campus in Marlowe Avenue. And
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Speed limit could be cut to 30mph on busy road past new housing estate
Drivers heading to and from Swindon might need to be aware that a speed limit could be about to change. Developer BDW South West has permission to build an estate of up to 250 houses on green fields to the north west of Shrivenham Road, just south
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Pervert caught with vile child abuse images 'accidentally' deleted search history
A Swindon man previously convicted of having indecent images “accidentally” deleted his browser history. Steven Howse, of Ridge Green in Shaw, claims a setting on newly-installed computer software got rid of a month’s worth of internet sites without
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Every single Swindon fish and chip shop ranked from best to worst
The best and worst fish and chip shops in Swindon according to online reviews have been revealed. Most of the positive reviewers are loyal to their local fish and chip shop and have relied on it for many years. At the other end of the scale