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What is the law on smacking children in England? Paediatricians urge for change

The law on smacking children in England and Northern Ireland has been described as "unjust and dangerously vague" by paediatricians who are urging for a law change. Wales made any type of corporal punishment, including smacking, hitting, slapping

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Gunning frustrated Town come away with nothing after 'dominating' Walsall

Gavin Gunning was left frustrated to come away with nothing after he felt his Swindon Town team had dominated Walsall in their 2-1 defeat. Mo Faal headed Walsall into the lead in the opening ten minutes as the hosts turned up the heat, before Paul

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Town defeated at the death against playoff-chasing Walsall

Swindon Town conceded at the death to lose 2-1 away from home against playoff-chasing Walsall. A frantic opening 20 minutes saw the hosts take a deserved lead when Mo Faal headed home a corner as Swindon struggled to create many clear-cut chances

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Walsall 2 Swindon Town 1: as it happened

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Swindon Town asked to explain CCTV camera in ladies' toilets

Swindon Town Football Club has responded to concerns raised by fans over CCTV cameras in the County Ground toilets.  A visiting supporter using a female toilet cubicle at the stadium says she was surprised to look up and see a CCTV camera above

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'White van man' wanted for theft of scrap metal from driveway

The theft of scrap metal from a driveway has prompted a police CCTV appeal. At around 8.40am on March 15 a man took the metal from a driveway on Artis Avenue in  Wroughton without permission. It is believed he could be driving a white van.

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M4 crash leaves road part closed towards Swindon

6:07pm The incident is no longer recorded on National Highway's travel alerts.

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Swindon man who 'saw red' in row smashed cars with hammer

A Swindon man admitted to assaulting a victim and causing thousands of pounds worth of damage to two cars. James Murdoch appeared at Swindon Magistrates' Court on Tuesday morning after pleading guilty to assault by beating and criminal damage.

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Swindon stem cell donor hero gives stranger a second chance at life

A preschool aged boy from South Africa has been given the gift of life thanks to the kindness of a woman from Swindon. Debbi Long, 51, from Swindon recently made the choice offer a total stranger with blood cancer a second chance at life by donating

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Swindon neighbourhood warned as scammer targets vulnerable people

Swindon residents are being warned of a scam which has been costing vulnerable people money. The scam involves the offenders attending addresses of vulnerable or elderly people in the Stratton area – usually after they have had new roofing fitted

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Excitement as FOUR sets of lamb quads born at Swindon visitor attraction

The pitter-patter of tiny lamb feet is filling a local visitor farm.  Roves Farm in Swindon is currently in the midst of its second lot of lambing and after an incredibly busy weekend to mark the end of the Easter holidays they are celebrating

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Liverpool fan mocked by police after having car seized

A rule-breaking Liverpool fan has been mocked by police on social media after being pulled over in Wiltshire. The Wiltshire Specialist Ops Xpage provides updates on the county's Roads Policing Unit and Armed Response Group.  On Thursday, April

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New defibrillators installed at Swindon community centre

Two new defibrillators have been provided to two Swindon community centres by a charity and the government. The defibrillators outside Pinetrees Community Centre and John Moulton Hall were supplied by London Hearts Charity and the Department of

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Swindon Town fans raise money for children in refuge to have better Easter

Swindon Town fans have gave children in Swindon’s domestic abuse refuge plenty to do over the Easter holidays. Town fans donated over £1,600 towards putting on Easter activities for the 26 children, aged from babes-in-arms to teenagers, who are

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The RAC calls for major change to 'unpopular' motorway feature

The RAC is calling for a major change to be implemented on a number of motorways across the UK. Ministers are being urged to reinstate the hard shoulder on smart motorways. The RAC’s plea comes a year after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cancelled

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'Tough year' warning to drivers as petrol prices soar by 8p per litre

Drivers have been warned of soaring petrol prices as the cost of filling up cars has risen by 8p per litre so far this year. A 1.6p increase over the past week has brought the average price of a litre of petrol at UK forecourts to a five-month

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The number of Swindon children offered place at first-choice primary school

Nearly all children starting primary school this September have been offered their first-choice school today. Swindon Borough Council has offered 98.6 per cent of children their first-choice school, after their School Admissions team received 2,432

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Two men arrested as police rush to Swindon railway station

Trains were held on the platform at Swindon station during an incident that saw two men arrested. Officers were called to the railway station at around 2.45pm on Monday, April 16, but very little information was given about the nature of the incident

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Flatmate who killed Swindon woman in 'snitch' row jailed for 17 years

The killer of Swindon woman Shannon Stanley has been jailed for 17 years after stabbing her to death in a row over whether her friend was "a snitch". Pablo Hoad, 28, repeatedly plunged a blade into the head and neck of Shannon, 27, at a flat they

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Check your change as seller receives £2.5k for this 50p coin

It’s worth checking your pockets and wallets after a 50p coin sold for 5,000 times its face value on eBay by a UK seller. The coin, a 50p with King Charles’ portrait on, sold for £2,500 and the coins are the second 50ps to enter circulation bearing

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Customers ‘boycotting’ supermarket's petrol stations over change

Swindon motorists have announced they are boycotting a popular petrol station after refusing to 'pay at pump'. Asda announced in January 2024 that almost 100 of its stores would be going 'card-only' as they move away from a cash system. The

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Swindon teenager exploited into drugs trade earns leniency from judge

A teenager exploited by a County Lines gang selling Class A drugs in Swindon hopes to put his past behind him. Thabiso Cele appeared at Swindon Crown Court for sentencing after pleading guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and

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9 of the dirtiest items in your home you've probably forgotten to clean

Nine of the dirtiest and too often overlooked items in British homes have been revealed. An interior expert has warned that these common household items that we often forget to give a good scrub could be harbouring bacteria. Millions of bacteria

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Stagecoach driver 'bullied' out of job amid door safety concerns

A former bus driver from Swindon says he was 'bullied out of his role' after raising legitimate safety concerns.  The former Stagecoach driver, who wished not to be named, encountered a dangerous safety issue on one of the buses he was operating

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Decision day as parents found out children's primary school places

Children in Swindon who are about to start primary school have just learned where places are available. Swindon Borough Council’s school admissions team received 2,432 on-time applications for primary school places this year. Parents who applied

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Police catch up to motorcyclist days after 130mph chase escape

A motorcyclist is due in court after allegedly failing to stop and driving away from police at speed. The rider in question, Lawrence Oakford, 33, from Market Lavington, was noticed by officers from Wiltshire Police's Roads Policing Unit on Friday

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Popular post office and café listed for sale after 'challenges'

A popular post office, café and deli has been listed for sale, after the owners said they have faced 'challenge after challenge'. The Aldbourne post office, deli and café in Marlborough, owned by Tessa and Eddie Berisha, is a lifeline to the local

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World famous artist to launch Old Town showcase

One of the most sought-after UK artists known for his worldwide exhibits is coming to a gallery in Swindon for a limited time only. Magnus Gjoen is a contemporary artist who has had his work exhibited in permanent collections around the world including

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Residents say broken lift latest in decade of problems with housing provider

Landlord GreenSquareAccord has come under fire that recent events are the latest in a long history of issues. Until March 28 John Watson House (JWH) residents were unable to leave their flats for three weeks due to a broken lift not being repaired