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Bristol University start-up Novi has secured selection for at least £100,000 in investment after beating competition from more than 1,400 applicants to become one of ten Blue Earth BE100 winners.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Phone-distraction start-up wins £100,000 investment backing

Bristol University start-up Novi has secured selection for at least £100,000 in investment after beating competition from more than 1,400 applicants to become one of ten Blue Earth BE100 winners. The company, which helps schools curb smartphone distractions without […]

Gromit Unleashed is opening its biggest shop yet at Bristol’s Cribbs Mall, transforming a former Harrods Beauty unit into a retail and exhibition space supporting Bristol Children’s Hospital.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Gromit Unleashed to open biggest shop yet at Cribbs Mall

Gromit Unleashed is opening its biggest shop yet at Bristol’s Cribbs Mall, transforming a former Harrods Beauty unit into a retail and exhibition space supporting Bristol Children’s Hospital. The new store opens at 11am on Friday, October 23 with […]

Harry Ramsden's Group is bringing its compact Harry's Hut format to the Designer Outlet Swindon, with a grand opening on Friday (October 23).

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Renowned fish and chip maker to open at Swindon retail centre

Harry Ramsden’s Group is bringing its compact Harry’s Hut format to the Designer Outlet Swindon, with a grand opening on Friday (October 23). Harry’s Hut is the brand’s smaller-footprint format, designed to bring the Harry Ramsden’s experience to high-footfall […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Renowned fish and chip maker to open at Swindon retail centre

Harry Ramsden’s Group is bringing its compact Harry’s Hut format to the Designer Outlet Swindon, with a grand opening on Friday (October 23). Harry’s Hut is the brand’s smaller-footprint format, designed to bring the Harry Ramsden’s experience to high-footfall […]

South West businesses keep growing despite rising costs

19.10.2026

PI whose sister escaped abduction bid launches doorbell camera network

19.10.2026

South of England hiring cools as permanent placements fall again

14.10.2026

Plans for a £5.9 million expansion of Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Trowbridge campus will go on show at the college’s open events at the campus on November 7.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Plans for £5.9m Trowbridge campus expansion to go on display

Plans for a £5.9 million expansion of Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Trowbridge campus will go on show at the college’s open events at the campus on November 7. The investment, first reported by Business Biscuit in September, will […]

Corporate insolvencies fell by 4.6 per cent in September compared with a year earlier, but businesses are being warned that mounting costs and pressure from creditors could threaten their survival this winter.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.10.2026

Corporate insolvencies fall but businesses face tough winter

Corporate insolvencies fell by 4.6 per cent in September compared with a year earlier, but businesses are being warned that mounting costs and pressure from creditors could threaten their survival this winter. There were 1,882 corporate insolvencies during the […]

South West businesses are ready to invest in the next generation of workers, but many say they need better access to suitable candidates to turn that ambition into jobs.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
19.10.2026

South West firms ready to hire young talent – but face candidate access barrier

South West businesses are ready to invest in the next generation of workers, but many say they need better access to suitable candidates to turn that ambition into jobs. More than half of firms in the region (52 per […]

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Business leaders in Wiltshire are being invited to unpick the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s premiership at a special event in Royal Wootton Bassett later this month.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
15.10.2026

SME leaders invited to unpack first Healey Budget

Business leaders in Wiltshire are being invited to unpack the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s premiership at a special event in Royal Wootton Bassett later this month. Chalkhill Blue managing director Chris Spratling and Purple Lime client director David […]

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

09.09.2026

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

20.08.2026

Energy efficiency no longer a ‘nice to have’ as bills spiral, says NSBRC

14.08.2026

Wiltshire entrepreneurs now know who will be grilling them on stage: the “Get Investment Ready” Dragons’ Den at next month’s West Wiltshire Business Expo has confirmed its full panel, headlined by former BBC Dragons’ Den investor Nick Jenkins.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
25.09.2026

Dragons’ Den panel finalised for Wiltshire expo

Wiltshire entrepreneurs now know who will be grilling them on stage: the “Get Investment Ready” Dragons’ Den at next month’s West Wiltshire Business Expo has confirmed its full panel, headlined by former BBC Dragons’ Den investor Nick Jenkins. Nick, […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
23.09.2026

TV’s Home Genie to appear at National Self Build & Renovation Show

TV property expert Georgina Burnett, known to many as The Home Genie, will be making a special appearance at The National Self Build & Renovation Show in Swindon next month. Georgina is a familiar face on TV shows including […]

Businesses across the Thames Valley are being invited to assess the implications of the Government’s Autumn Budget at a breakfast briefing in Swindon.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
17.09.2026

Thames Valley business leaders to get experts’ take on Autumn Budget

Businesses across the Thames Valley are being invited to assess the implications of the Government’s Autumn Budget at a breakfast briefing in Swindon. The event, organised by the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce in partnership with accountancy firm Monahans, […]

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Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation has awarded more than £30 million in grants, reaching a major milestone in its 51-year history.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
15.10.2026

Community foundation hits £30 million grants milestone

Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation has awarded more than £30 million in grants, reaching a major milestone in its 51-year history. The Foundation, founded in 1975 as Europe’s first community foundation, has now distributed more than 10,000 grants to […]

Swindon fleet firm among the world’s most sustainable

28.09.2026

BElectric backs biodiversity bash

23.09.2026

Businesses invited to sign up for sponsored fire walk

22.09.2026

Victims of domestic abuse can now access confidential support online without leaving a trace on their device, following the launch of a new service by Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
12.10.2026

Nationwide launches discreet online Safe Space for domestic abuse victims

Victims of domestic abuse can now access confidential support online without leaving a trace on their device, following the launch of a new service by Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide. The building society’s Online Safe Space tool is available to […]

Wiltshire law firm Awdry Law has raised more than £12,000 for pregnancy and baby loss charity Sands after staging its biggest charity golf day to date at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
08.10.2026

Law firm’s golf day tees up £12k for charity

Wiltshire law firm Awdry Law has raised more than £12,000 for pregnancy and baby loss charity Sands after staging its biggest charity golf day to date at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. The firm brought together 92 guests […]

Ten employees from Swindon-based UK Shared Business Services have spent a day volunteering with the Wiltshire & Berks Canal Trust in Swindon, helping with vital conservation work along the historic waterway.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
06.10.2026

UKSBS colleagues volunteer to help restore Swindon canal

Ten employees from Swindon-based UK Shared Business Services have spent a day volunteering with the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust in Swindon, helping with vital conservation work along the historic waterway. The volunteers took part in a range of […]

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Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors has strengthened its reputation as one of the South West’s leading legal practices after retaining its Chambers and Partners 2027 rankings for family law and real estate, with three partners also individually recognised.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
15.10.2026

Goughs retains national recognition for family and real estate teams

Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors has strengthened its reputation as one of the South West’s leading legal practices after retaining its Chambers and Partners 2027 rankings for family law and real estate, with three partners also individually recognised. The […]

Goughs Solicitors holds Legal 500 rankings

02.10.2026

Wansbroughs lands six Legal 500 rankings as three partners earn top individual honours

02.10.2026

National award for Wiltshire tech CEO

30.09.2026

West law firm Thrings has appointed 11 new partners as part of a promotions round that has seen 19 colleagues advance across the business.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
12.10.2026

Thrings appoints record 11 new partners in latest promotions round

West law firm Thrings has appointed 11 new partners as part of a promotions round that has seen 19 colleagues advance across the business. The firm said around half of those promoted began their legal careers at Thrings, underlining […]

A Swindon-based business networking group has appointed an emotional empowerment coach as its new president.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
12.10.2026

Empowerment coach takes the helm at Swindon networking group

A Swindon-based business networking group has appointed an emotional empowerment coach as its new president. Sally Stockreisser, founder of Coaching Illumination and a professional speaker, has taken over as president of BNI White Horse, which serves businesses across Swindon […]

Dispute resolution lawyer Michelle Di Gioia, a partner at regional law firm Gardner Leader, has been named in the Hall of Fame in this year’s prestigious Legal 500 Guide - the industry’s directory of the best lawyers and law firms in the country.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
05.10.2026

Swindon legal partner named in industry Hall of Fame

Dispute resolution lawyer Michelle Di Gioia, a partner at regional law firm Gardner Leader, has been named in the Hall of Fame in this year’s prestigious Legal 500 Guide – the industry’s directory of the best lawyers and law […]

Profiles

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Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
15.07.2025

Wansbroughs

Established 1882, Wansbroughs LLP is a law firm based in Devizes, with an additional office in London. The firm has over 100 staff members, including approximately 20 partners. The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 for excellence in […]

Optimum Professional Services

13.01.2025

Charlton Baker

11.12.2024

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

16.10.2024

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
25.02.2025

CMD Recruitment

When it comes to recruitment, finding the right person is vital for both employer and employee. CMD Recruitment agency is Wiltshire’s leading independent employment agency with extensive connections and knowledge of employers in Wiltshire, Swindon and Bath’s job market […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
04.02.2025

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Partners in your financial future Southby & Co. Financial Planning is a local company offering local financial advice both personal and corporate. The Swindon-based company helps provide financial peace of mind with a friendly, down-to-earth approach to protect the […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Profiles
27.01.2025

Jazzbones Creative

Jazzbones — turning trust into tangible results Jazzbones Creative is a digital marketing agency bringing big name and local brands to the fore. Jazzbones specialises in logos, visual identity, branding, digital marketing strategies and impactful and functional websites which […]

Experts

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Business owners risk creating dependency rather than genuine scale if their firm cannot function without their constant involvement, limiting both their own freedom and the company’s value to potential buyers, says Chris Spratling of Chalkhill Blue.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
14.10.2026

Are you building a business, or have you simply built yourself a job?

Business owners risk creating dependency rather than genuine scale if their firm cannot function without their constant involvement, limiting both their own freedom and the company’s value to potential buyers, says Chris Spratling of Chalkhill Blue. There is a […]

Employment Rights Act: more changes coming in October – the HR Dept

16.09.2026

HMRC plans to move tax closer to payday – Optimum Professional Services

09.09.2026

A brief guide to managing pregnant employees fairly – the HR Dept

02.09.2026

Across the country there are reports of a tidal wave of AI-drafted grievances inundating businesses - Peter Jones of the HR Dept gives some tips on how to deal with them.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
07.10.2026

How to deal with AI grievances

Across the country there are reports of a tidal wave of AI-drafted grievances inundating businesses – Peter Jones of the HR Dept gives some tips on how to deal with them. A tidal wave of AI-generated grievances is inundating […]

Rising audit thresholds may tempt businesses to opt out, but independent financial oversight often delivers far more value than mere compliance, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
30.09.2026

Why audit still matters for growing businesses – Optimum Professional Services

Rising audit thresholds may tempt businesses to opt out, but independent financial oversight often delivers far more value than mere compliance, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services. When audit thresholds rise, it is easy to see exemption as […]

Big changes are on the horizon for self-assessment. HMRC has launched a new consultation on ‘timely payments’, detailing plans that could see those in self-assessment, who also have PAYE income, moved away from the traditional January and July deadlines.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
22.09.2026

Making Tax Digital for sole traders goes live – Optimum Professional Services

Tax rules are changing for sole traders, warns Jon Lacey of Optimum Professional Services After several years of delays, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment taxpayers officially launched on April 6. The new system represents one […]

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Featured News

Phone-distraction start-up wins £100,000 investment backing

Gromit Unleashed to open biggest shop yet at Cribbs Mall

Renowned fish and chip maker to open at Swindon retail centre

News

Renowned fish and chip maker to open at Swindon retail centre

South West businesses keep growing despite rising costs

PI whose sister escaped abduction bid launches doorbell camera network

South of England hiring cools as permanent placements fall again

Plans for £5.9m Trowbridge campus expansion to go on display

Corporate insolvencies fall but businesses face tough winter

South West firms ready to hire young talent – but face candidate access barrier

Events

SME leaders invited to unpack first Healey Budget

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

Energy efficiency no longer a ‘nice to have’ as bills spiral, says NSBRC

Dragons’ Den panel finalised for Wiltshire expo

TV’s Home Genie to appear at National Self Build & Renovation Show

Thames Valley business leaders to get experts’ take on Autumn Budget

ESG

Community foundation hits £30 million grants milestone

Swindon fleet firm among the world’s most sustainable

BElectric backs biodiversity bash

Businesses invited to sign up for sponsored fire walk

Nationwide launches discreet online Safe Space for domestic abuse victims

Law firm’s golf day tees up £12k for charity

UKSBS colleagues volunteer to help restore Swindon canal

People

Goughs retains national recognition for family and real estate teams

Goughs Solicitors holds Legal 500 rankings

Wansbroughs lands six Legal 500 rankings as three partners earn top individual honours

National award for Wiltshire tech CEO

Thrings appoints record 11 new partners in latest promotions round

Empowerment coach takes the helm at Swindon networking group

Swindon legal partner named in industry Hall of Fame

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Are you building a business, or have you simply built yourself a job?

Employment Rights Act: more changes coming in October – the HR Dept

HMRC plans to move tax closer to payday – Optimum Professional Services

A brief guide to managing pregnant employees fairly – the HR Dept

How to deal with AI grievances

Why audit still matters for growing businesses – Optimum Professional Services

Making Tax Digital for sole traders goes live – Optimum Professional Services

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