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Broadmead businesses and community organisations are being offered grants of up to £1,500 to extend opening hours, improve outdoor trading, and capitalise on major changes reshaping Bristol city centre.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
24.08.2026

Broadmead businesses offered grants to seize pedestrian-friendly future

Broadmead businesses and community organisations are being offered grants of up to £1,500 to extend opening hours, improve outdoor trading, and capitalise on major changes reshaping Bristol city centre. Bristol City Council has launched the Broadmead Activation Grant, aimed […]

Metro mayors across England are set to gain sweeping new powers to intervene in major planning decisions, grant permission for development upfront and raise money for infrastructure, under government proposals designed to accelerate housing and economic growth.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
24.08.2026

Metro mayors poised for major planning powers shake-up

Metro mayors across England are set to gain sweeping new powers to intervene in major planning decisions, grant permission for development upfront and raise money for infrastructure, under government proposals designed to accelerate housing and economic growth. The consultation […]

Almost half the people eligible for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax have missed the first filing deadline, according to analysis from international accountancy and business advisory group Azets.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
24.08.2026

428,000 people miss Making Tax Digital’s first filing deadline

Almost half the people eligible for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax have missed the first filing deadline, according to analysis from international accountancy and business advisory group Azets. Figures from HMRC showed 436,000 taxpayers filed their first MTD […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
24.08.2026

428,000 people miss Making Tax Digital’s first filing deadline

Almost half the people eligible for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax have missed the first filing deadline, according to analysis from international accountancy and business advisory group Azets. Figures from HMRC showed 436,000 taxpayers filed their first MTD […]

Professional services firm celebrates 20 years of growth across the South West

20.08.2026

Artisan bakery expands with new cafés in Bath and Bristol

20.08.2026

AI has created new jobs, say South West businesses

18.08.2026

A new skills plan for the West of England is calling for closer alignment between employers, colleges and training providers as the region prepares for a decade of economic expansion.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.08.2026

New skills plan for West of England launched

A new skills plan for the West of England is calling for closer alignment between employers, colleges and training providers as the region prepares for a decade of economic expansion. Published by Business West, the government-funded 2026 Local Skills […]

Pay is finally moving in the right direction for jobseekers across the South of England, even as employers keep a tight grip on permanent hiring, according to a new report.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.08.2026

Pay rises outpace hiring slowdown, jobs report says

Pay is finally moving in the right direction for jobseekers across the South of England, even as employers keep a tight grip on permanent hiring, according to a new report. The latest KPMG and REC Report on Jobs showed […]

Accountancy firm PKF Francis Clark has continued an annual tradition by taking on dozens of new trainee accountants and tax advisers this year, with most starting their careers with the firm this summer.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
20.08.2026

PKF Francis Clark takes on 44 new accountancy and tax trainees

Accountancy firm PKF Francis Clark has continued an annual tradition by taking on dozens of new trainee accountants and tax advisers this year, with most starting their careers with the firm this summer. The 44 new recruits are based […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire Events
20.08.2026

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

The founder of one of the UK’s largest background screening companies will take to the stage in Swindon this November to share the lessons she’s learnt from building a business from scratch into a multi-million-pound company. Rachel Bedgood, who […]

Swindon’s first TEDx event turns spotlight on local ideas

06.07.2026

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

29.06.2026

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

24.06.2026

PR expert Fiona Scott has been announced as the leader of a new Cotswold Networking group in Royal Wootton Bassett, which will launch this September.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
30.07.2026

PR expert takes reins of new networking group for Royal Wootton Bassett

PR expert Fiona Scott has been announced as the leader of a new Cotswold Networking group in Royal Wootton Bassett, which will launch this September. The expansion marks the ninth group for the thriving Cotswold Networking, bringing its successful, […]

The inaugural West Wiltshire Business Expo will be launched by Trowbridge Chamber of Commerce in the autumn.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
09.07.2026

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

The inaugural West Wiltshire Business Expo will be launched by Trowbridge Chamber of Commerce in the autumn. The flagship event will be held on Thursday, October 8 at The Civic, a state of the art events and conference centre […]

The best businesses in the Thames Valley were celebrated at a glittering ceremony last week, as Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Awards.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
07.07.2026

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

The best businesses in the Thames Valley were celebrated at a glittering ceremony last week, as Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Awards. Hosted by Olympic gold medallist Tessa Sanderson CBE, the evening brought together businesses […]

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Wiltshire-headquartered meals provider apetito has donated close to 200 solar panels to Energy Garden, London’s largest community energy organisation, helping to power a new green community space designed to bring people together through creative and educational activities and granting access to clean, community-owned energy.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
24.08.2026

Wiltshire firm donates solar panels to London’s largest community energy organisation

Wiltshire-headquartered meals provider apetito has donated close to 200 solar panels to Energy Garden, London’s largest community energy organisation, helping to power a new green community space designed to bring people together through creative and educational activities and granting […]

Darth Vader joins Wiltshire firm to raise £2,500 for charity

13.08.2026

Nationwide leads industry-wide effort to improve accessibility for people with communication difficulties

12.08.2026

World Cup gives NSBRC a chance to tackle homelessness in Swindon

07.08.2026

A Swindon estate agent is putting his best foot forward to help raise vital funds for Swindon’s homelessness charity Big Breakfast Plus.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
18.08.2026

Marathon-a-day charity trek will take Swindon estate agent all the way to Woolacombe

Swindon estate agent is putting his best foot forward to help raise vital funds for Swindon’s homelessness charity Big Breakfast Plus. Starting next Monday, August 24, Danny Hale (pictured left), co-founder of Peach Estate Agents, is setting off from […]

Eight cyclists have completed a 308-mile journey from London to Brussels, raising almost £20,000 for Swindon welfare charity Best Mates.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
18.08.2026

Best Mates raise £20k on bike ride to Brussels

Eight cyclists have completed a 308-mile journey from London to Brussels, raising almost £20,000 for Swindon welfare charity Best Mates. The four-day challenge was the charity’s second overseas fundraising ride, following 2024’s London to Paris cycle, when 15 riders […]

A Wiltshire-based provider of secure IT asset disposal and data destruction has become a Certified B Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s 30-year commitment to responsible business.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
18.08.2026

Wiltshire IT firm becomes a B-Corp

A Wiltshire-based provider of secure IT asset disposal and data destruction has become a Certified B Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s 30-year commitment to responsible business. After starting the rigorous process of becoming certified in September […]

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Law firm Forrester Sylvester Mackett has expanded its family law team with the appointment of solicitor Katie Howlett.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
24.08.2026

Law firm FSM expands family team with new hire

Law firm Forrester Sylvester Mackett has expanded its family law team with the appointment of solicitor Katie Howlett. Katie, who is based at the firm’s Chippenham office, works with clients across Wiltshire, advising on all aspects of relationship breakdown, […]

Paralympic gold medalist joins Loo of the Year Awards as ambassador

10.08.2026

Wiltshire web firm one of first in west to partner WooCommerce

30.07.2026

Thrings named among South West’s most-recommended law firms

30.07.2026

South West-based accountancy firm Albert Goodman has appointed Mark Richdon as corporate tax partner in its Bristol office, strengthening specialist tax advisory services.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
20.08.2026

New partner for accountancy firm Albert Goodman

South West-based accountancy firm Albert Goodman has appointed Mark Richdon as corporate tax partner in its Bristol office, strengthening specialist tax advisory services. Mark has many years of experience dealing with corporate tax restructuring, share transactions and managing tax […]

Solar energy specialist Belectric has appointed Daniel Kiremidjian as the CEO of its UK subsidiary.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
18.08.2026

Solar energy specialist appoints new CEO

Solar energy specialist Belectric has appointed Daniel Kiremidjian as the CEO of its UK subsidiary. Daniel takes responsibility for the company’s development of large-scale solar farms and battery projects, from engineering and construction to ongoing operation and maintenance. Belectric […]

Managed IT services provider Systemagic has named one of the world’s top managed service providers in the prestigious Channel Futures 2026 MSP501 rankings.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
18.08.2026

Wiltshire IT firm named one of best in UK

Managed IT services provider Systemagic has been named one of the world’s top managed service providers in the prestigious Channel Futures 2026 MSP501 rankings. In a ranking typically dominated by massive corporate providers, the Bradford-on-Avon firm climbed to an […]

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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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Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered. Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services explains the rules, pros, and cons of VAT registration

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
18.08.2026

Is Flat Rate VAT right for your business? – Optimum Professional Services

If you want to cut down on paperwork, Flat Rate VAT could be right for you, says Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services. For many small business owners, VAT can feel like one of the more complicated aspects of […]

Heatwaves at work – your rights and responsibilities

09.07.2026

Navigating the 2026 Summer VAT reduction – Optimum Professional Services

01.07.2026

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

24.06.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
12.08.2026

Managing employees returning from maternity leave – the HR Dept

Business owners should seek expert guidance before taking workplace actions that could result in costly employment tribunal claims and reputational damage, says Helen Imbusi of the HR Dept. Navigating UK employment law continues to be a complex challenge for […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
30.07.2026

Tips for separated parents for smooth summer holidays – FSM Solicitors

Summer should be simple, not stressful – and a little preparation can help separated parents and children, says Naomi Corp of FSM Solicitors. For separated parents, the summer holidays can bring extra challenges around childcare, contact arrangements and travel […]

Real human advisers remain critical to safeguarding your business and personal finances, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
15.07.2026

Why AI can’t replace real professional advisers – Optimum Professional Services

Real human advisers remain critical to safeguarding your business and personal finances, says Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services If you read the business headlines today, you could be forgiven for thinking that traditional professional services are about to […]

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Featured News

Broadmead businesses offered grants to seize pedestrian-friendly future

Metro mayors poised for major planning powers shake-up

428,000 people miss Making Tax Digital’s first filing deadline

News

428,000 people miss Making Tax Digital’s first filing deadline

Professional services firm celebrates 20 years of growth across the South West

Artisan bakery expands with new cafés in Bath and Bristol

AI has created new jobs, say South West businesses

New skills plan for West of England launched

Pay rises outpace hiring slowdown, jobs report says

PKF Francis Clark takes on 44 new accountancy and tax trainees

Events

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

Swindon’s first TEDx event turns spotlight on local ideas

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

PR expert takes reins of new networking group for Royal Wootton Bassett

Trowbridge Chamber announces new West Wiltshire Expo

Thames Valley’s best businesses named at glittering ceremony

ESG

Wiltshire firm donates solar panels to London’s largest community energy organisation

Darth Vader joins Wiltshire firm to raise £2,500 for charity

Nationwide leads industry-wide effort to improve accessibility for people with communication difficulties

World Cup gives NSBRC a chance to tackle homelessness in Swindon

Marathon-a-day charity trek will take Swindon estate agent all the way to Woolacombe

Best Mates raise £20k on bike ride to Brussels

Wiltshire IT firm becomes a B-Corp

People

Law firm FSM expands family team with new hire

Paralympic gold medalist joins Loo of the Year Awards as ambassador

Wiltshire web firm one of first in west to partner WooCommerce

Thrings named among South West’s most-recommended law firms

New partner for accountancy firm Albert Goodman

Solar energy specialist appoints new CEO

Wiltshire IT firm named one of best in UK

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Is Flat Rate VAT right for your business? – Optimum Professional Services

Heatwaves at work – your rights and responsibilities

Navigating the 2026 Summer VAT reduction – Optimum Professional Services

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Managing employees returning from maternity leave – the HR Dept

Tips for separated parents for smooth summer holidays – FSM Solicitors

Why AI can’t replace real professional advisers – Optimum Professional Services

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