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Theft outside busy Swindon pub sparks police hunt

Police are searching for a man after a theft outside a pub in Swindon town centre. A person had been standing outside The Victoria pub, on Victoria Road, shortly before 11.30pm on Sunday, April 7, when their phone was stolen. Officers have

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People with depression and anxiety to lose sickness benefits amid 'reforms'

People suffering from depression or anxiety could lose access to sickness benefits as part of the Government’s major welfare reforms, the Work and Pensions Secretary has said. It comes as Mel Stride is set to announce plans to overhaul the way

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An ode to Swindon Town 2023/24

I met a supporter from a distant land, Who said – “Four vast floodlights and terraces of steel, Tower over the horizon … Within that stand, Amidst the sodden puddles, and missing signs, Live memories of football that once was grand,

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Shocking footage emerges of man being knocked out in one-punch attack

Shocking CCTV footage shows a man being knocked to the ground by a punch to the head outside a takeaway in Old Town.  This comes after police issued an appeal for witnesses and information which included images of two people they would like to

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Dramatic photos show Asda delivery van fire that caused chaos for Swindon commuters

A burning Asda van caused a major A-road to be completely closed to traffic this morning. The blaze at around 7.30am on Monday (April 29) happened on the A417 in Gloucestershire and saw ‘100 per cent’ of the van damaged and the whole driver's cab

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Ultra-rare Nintendo DS console expected to fetch £15,000 in Wiltshire

An extremely rare Nintendo DS console is expected to reach £15,000 at auction later this week. The game console, which features 2000 Swarovski crystals, will be auctioned at Wessex Auction Rooms on Thursday, May 2. The design was created by

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CCTV image released after theft outside Swindon Asda

A bike has been stolen from outside Asda, leading police to release an image of four suspects. The theft happened from outside Asda in the Orbital Shopping Park at around 9.30pm on Saturday, April 27. A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said

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Reported crime FALLS in Wiltshire despite shoplifting spike

The overall stats for reported crime in Wiltshire have fallen – but the amount of shoplifting happening around the county has soared. New data released by the Office for National Statistics shows a decrease in overall recorded crime across Wiltshire

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New support tool will help elderly stay steady on their feet

An online tool designed to help older adults feel more confident about their balance and ability to get about safely has been launched in Swindon. The Steady on Your Feet website and interactive self-assessment tool are part of a national campaign

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Lone female driver abused at Swindon retail park

Police are appealing for witnesses after a lone driver was verbally abused outside the Orbital Shopping Park. At about 10.30am on Sunday, April 7, the male occupant of a Black Ford Fiesta got out of his car and allegedly verbally abused a lone

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Is it illegal to ignore the Highway Code? The rules you should never ignore

All road users should know and follow the Highway Code whether they're pedestrians, motorcyclists or drivers.  The Code sets out key information to promote road safety in the UK which ranges from advice to mandatory rules. You can consult it

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Supermarine secure survival during dramatic final day

Swindon Supermarine managed to secure survival in the Southern League Premier South with a 3-0 final day victory over Winchester City. As the league season entered its final day on Saturday, Supermarine were in the bottom four in the Southern League

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Wildcats end season with heart-breaking semi final defeat

The Swindon Wildcats’ season came to a close with a 6-2 NIHL Final Four semi-final defeat against Leeds Knights at the Coventry Skydome. The Wildcats headed to Coventry this weekend hoping to carry the momentum of a highly emotional season into

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Gunning 'hoping' Austin stays with Swindon next season

Swindon Town interim head coach Gavin Gunning said that he hopes Charlie Austin is still with the club next season. During the final game of the season, Austin put any doubts about whether he would reach the 200-goal mark to bed as he scored a

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Former Plymouth boss 'in the frame' to be Swindon manager

Former Bradford City boss Derek Adams is in the frame for the manager role at Swindon Town, according to Alan Nixon. The 48-year-old has been out of work since resigning from Ross County in February, only four months after leaving Morecambe to

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Vehicle fire causes 'nightmare' traffic towards Swindon

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Three drivers stopped for offences with Audi seized

Three drivers have been stopped for driving offences, with an Audi seized and a Vauxhall driver sent to court. The Audi was stopped by a road policing unit in the early hours of the morning. Wiltshire Specialist Operations reported that the

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High Street attack suspects pictured after incident that closed road for hours

Pictures of two people suspected of a serious assault in Old Town’s have been released by police. The attack on Friday led to the High Street being closed for several hours with emergency services present in large numbers. A 50-year-old man

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Plans for new McDonald's and Starbucks in Swindon revealed

Plans have been submitted to build a new small retail park in Swindon.  This will include a new McDonald's and Starbucks - both with a drive-thru - and commercial units for other businesses, as well as parking spaces and landscaping.  The new

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OAP, 76, jailed for assaulting nine people and damaging Swindon pub

A Swindon pensioner has been put behind bars after assaulting nine people and causing damage to a pub. George Cox, whose address was given as Sheppard Street, a care home on Marlborough Road, and no fixed abode, depending on the charge, appeared

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New Swindon bar in unusual location opens for business

A new bar has opened in Swindon at an unusual location.  Even Swindon Community Centre on Jennings Street is now the new home of Slapshots Bar thanks to the efforts of mechanic-by-trade Bradley Egginton.  The 41-year-old says he has always

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Uber explains why its taxis can operate in Swindon without a council licence

Uber has responded to concerns its taxi drivers are flouting licensing rules in Swindon. Taxi operators and drivers require licences to trade for private hire and hackney carriages in the town.  The well-known private hire cab and food delivery

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Swindon's WASPI women still waiting for compensation - here's how many

There are more than 10,000 women affected by the State Pension age changes in Swindon, according to data from the Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign group.  They estimate there are 5,570 women affected in South Swindon and

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Children's play area to be revamped as part of ambitious recreation ground plans

Buckhurst Field play area is set to be refurbished.  Work is starting to improve the play area as part of ambitious plans from South Swindon Parish Council to breathe new life into the overall park.  The play area is currently closed while

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Number of new homes starting construction in Swindon halves

The number of new homes beginning construction in Swindon has halved in the space of one year. Across England, the housebuilding sector has seen a slowdown – with an industry body accusing the government of "putting short-term politics over the