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HMRC to crackdown on parents who've 'gifted' children money in past 7 years

Sir Keir Starmer's Labour government are considering a possible crackdown on "inheritance tax" which could decrease HMRC relief for parents who gift children money.  Inheritance tax is paid on the estates of people who have sadly passed away.

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Attacker chased and punched town centre pizza delivery driver

A Domino's Pizza delivery driver was chased and attacked in Swindon's town centre. Police say that at around 12.30pm on September 28, a suspect came out of the ground floor exit of the Spring Gardens car park, opposite the Halfords, then followed

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What's the next steps for Swindon's Botan Ameen?

Swindon Town need to discuss the development and plan the next steps of Botan Ameen’s journey, says manager Mark Kennedy. It’s been an exciting period for Ameen in the first-team squad last week, scoring on his debut against Bristol Rovers and

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Union boss slams major local NHS changes as ‘disastrous decision’

This week’s announced changes to Wiltshire and Swindon NHS services affecting 2,000 staff will be “disastrous”, says a union boss. The local NHS announced a “major transformation” on Wednesday, October 16 with a greater focus on community care

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Next phase of Carriage Works restoration will cost millions of pounds

Between £2 million and £3 million has been set aside by Swindon Borough Council to fund the conversion of the next phase of the Great Western Railway Carriage Works. This time some of the work will include the stripping out and refurbishment of

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See inside Swindon couple’s new shop that ‘everyone loves’

A couple has given a sneak peak inside their new Swindon shop that opened last weekend and “everyone has loved” so far. Weigh It Up is a husband and wife-run organic refill shop selling a wide range of dried foods, herbs, spices, cleaning products

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Cottages left derelict and vandalised for years to be knocked down

Two farm cottages that have been left derelict and vandalised for years can be knocked down, the council has confirmed.  When Swindon Borough  Council and its partners in the Wichelstowe scheme first envisaged the new development to the Southwest

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Robins appoint new Academy Manager Mark Moss

Swindon have confirmed that they have appointed Mark Moss as the new Academy Manager, following the departure of Alex Pike. The former Gillingham youth team manager will start his new role on November 4th after Pike left the Robins take up a new

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Swindon ‘too quick to criticise themselves’ with home form

Mark Kennedy believes Swindon are ‘too quick to criticise themselves’ when it comes to mastering form at home. It’s been a tough start for Town at the County Ground this season, picking up just four points from five games, which places them 22nd

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Urgent appeal to find wanted man after several incidents

Police are urgently appealing for the public's help to find a wanted man with connections to the Swindon area. Mark Stiggers is wanted in relation to several theft offences. Wiltshire Police issued a custody photo of the 34-year-old in a bid

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Conservatives win Rodbourne Cheney by-election

After just five months out of office, Sudha Sri Nukana has returned as a member of Swindon Borough Council. Councillor Nukana was elected to the seat in Rodbourne Cheney vacated by the resignation of Will Stone, after his elections at the MP for

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LIVE: Long queues as traffic stopped on M4

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Having two goalies like Bycroft and Barden 'makes Swindon very lucky'

Swindon manager Mark Kennedy has discussed his opinion on the situation Town have in the goalkeeping department, stating the club are lucky to have two ‘outstanding’ keepers. Daniel Barden joined the club on a loan deal from Norwich City on deadline

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Woman arrested after man suffers 'serious injuries' in car park

A woman has been arrested after a man suffered “serious head injuries” at a multi-storey car park in Swindon. Paramedics were called to Spring Gardens car park, near Fleming Way, before 5.30pm on Wednesday, October 16, and police were requested

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How Swindon could set up against Doncaster on Saturday

After a 3-2 win last week against Cheltenham, Swindon have gained momentum with two wins on the bounce but face tough opposition in Doncaster Rovers on Saturday. Town have a few players back in the frame for this weekend’s clash and will look to

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Stunning pictures show supermoon lighting up county's skies

Hunter’s supermoon was visible in the sky above Wiltshire during memorable scenes across the county. Stargazers across Swindon, Wiltshire, and the rest of the UK were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the largest supermoon of the year on the night

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Zayn Malik says he is 'beyond devastated' over the death of Liam Payne

Zayn Malik has paid tribute to his friend Liam Payne. Malik, who left the band in 2015 citing the need “some private time out of the spotlight” before embarking on a solo career, thanked Payne for “supporting me through some of the most difficult

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Louis Tomlinson vows to be an uncle to the son of his bandmate Liam Payne

Louis Tomlinson has vowed to be an uncle to the son of his One Direction bandmate Liam Payne after the singer died aged 31, promising to tell him “stories of how amazing his dad was”. Payne, who rose to fame with the boy band on The X Factor, died

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Harry Styles issues emotional tribute to Liam Payne ‘I will miss him always'

Harry Styles said the years he spent with his One Direction band mate Liam Payne “will forever remain among the most cherished years of my life” following the singer’s death at 31. Payne, who rose to fame with the boy band on The X Factor, died

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One Direction bandmates are 'devastated' following Liam Payne's death

Liam Payne's One Direction bandmates have paid tribute to him following the singer's sudden death. Payne died after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 16 aged 31.  Police in Buenos Aires shared that

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Police enforce new 20mph limit in crackdown on speeding hotspots

Police have been enforcing a new 20mph speed limit during a crackdown on speeding hotspots in Swindon. Officers from the Stratton Neighbourhood Policing Team were carrying out speed checks between 4pm and 5.30pm on Thursday, October 17. During

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Disruption 'likely' as new yellow weather warning issued

A yellow weather warning has been issued for Swindon and Wiltshire with poor weather expected to cause some disruption. The Met Office’s latest weather warning for the county has been in place since around 4am on Friday, October 18, after heavy

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Adobe Express: Revolutionising CV creation with free templates

The job market today is arguably at its worst in recent times. There are so many job seekers, yet very few jobs! A distinctive CV, therefore, makes all the difference, as it is often the first point of contact with candidates. Adobe Express

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'Depraved' man 'arranged sexual activity with a four-month-old baby'

A Swindon man has admitted arranging to carry out sexual activity with a six-year-old and four-month-old baby. Adrian Parker, of Cameron Close, Stratton St Margaret, appeared at Swindon Crown Court on Friday, October 11. The 53-year-old pleaded

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Prolific Co-op thief given ‘one last chance’ after years of crime

A regular thief in Swindon has been told he has 'one last chance' after pleading guilty to seven counts of theft from Co-op. Richard Scott, of no fixed address, stole a total of £698.42 worth of items from Co-ops in Swindon between July 12 to September

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Elbow to headline concert at Westonbirt Arboretum in 2025

Rock band Elbow are set to headline a summer concert at Westonbirt Arboretum next year. The group will perform at Forest Live, a concert series that raises funds for Forestry England’s work and conservation projects, on June 19, 2025. The announcement

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First details of next year's Royal International Air Tattoo revealed

The first details have been revealed for next year’s Royal International Air Tattoo. The 2025 event at RAF Fairford is set to highlight specialised aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance, maritime patrol, search and rescue, surveying and

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'Just dangerous': Traveller site with 'bad design' and safety fears decided

A proposed traveller site has had its planning application refused due to its low quality and safety concerns. The application was for 12 residential caravans and to build a dayroom and hardstanding off Nightingale Lane, South Marston in east Swindon

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Mum suffers burns to face 'during deluxe salon treatment'

A woman who booked a deluxe facial treatment at a Swindon salon claims it ended up giving her first-degree burns. Gillian Collett visited Justi’s Hair and Beauty on September 16 for a relaxing facial treatment, but she says that was far from what

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Anti-social behaviour at County Ground sparks police response

Reports of anti-social behaviour have sparked a police response with patrols being carried out. High visibility reassurance patrols were done by officers at the Swindon Town FC ground, the force said today, October 17. Officers spoke to staff

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Wiltshire residents invited to shape council's 2025/26 spending

Wiltshire residents have been invited to share their views on what the council should be spending its money on next year. Wiltshire Council has opened an online survey for people to express their opinions on what its 2025/26 budget should prioritise

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Man charged with child sex offences while working with young people

An employee at a Swindon college has been charged with child sex offences. Christopher Taylor was working in a non-teaching role in the marketing department at New College Swindon when he appeared in court earlier this year charged with seven sex