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South West-based accountancy and financial planning firm Albert Goodman has formally launched its new charitable initiative, the Albert Goodman Foundation, at a special event at Bristol Aquarium.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
17.06.2026

Albert Goodman launches new charitable foundation

South West-based accountancy and financial planning firm Albert Goodman has formally launched its new charitable initiative, the Albert Goodman Foundation, at a special event at Bristol Aquarium. The new foundation has been established to provide grants and support to charities […]

Swindon's Lydiard House Museum is hosting a special exhibition and programme of creative activities celebrating the life and work of acclaimed town artist Ken White, who died last year.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
17.06.2026

Swindon celebrates life of acclaimed local artist

Swindon’s Lydiard House Museum is hosting a special exhibition and programme of creative activities celebrating the life and work of acclaimed town artist Ken White, who died last year. Running from Saturday, June 20 to Sunday, June 28, Ken […]

The law of unintended consequences could hit businesses this summer, as a temporary VAT cut for families comes into force.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
17.06.2026

Temporary VAT reduction may lead to “summer of disruption” for businesses

The law of unintended consequences could hit businesses this summer, as a temporary VAT cut for families comes into force. Aimed at families, reductions in VAT for children’s meals, admissions and family attractions are being introduced by the government […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
17.06.2026

Swindon celebrates life of acclaimed local artist

Swindon’s Lydiard House Museum is hosting a special exhibition and programme of creative activities celebrating the life and work of acclaimed town artist Ken White, who died last year. Running from Saturday, June 20 to Sunday, June 28, Ken […]

Lender celebrates another record-breaking year supporting SMEs

15.06.2026

South West business activity flat in May

11.06.2026

South West outpaces UK for tech investment

11.06.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire News
17.06.2026

Temporary VAT reduction may lead to “summer of disruption” for businesses

The law of unintended consequences could hit businesses this summer, as a temporary VAT cut for families comes into force. Aimed at families, reductions in VAT for children’s meals, admissions and family attractions are being introduced by the government […]

The Chippenham-based company behind a zero emission, battery-enabled boiler has announced a new partnership with Wiltshire College to deliver hands-on training for installers at its Lackham campus.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
16.06.2026

Eco-boiler innovator teams up with Wiltshire College

The Chippenham-based company behind a zero-emission, battery-enabled boiler has announced a new partnership with Wiltshire College to deliver hands-on training for installers at its Lackham campus. Luthmore was founded in 2022 by Dyson alumni Craig Wilkinson and Martin Gutkowski. […]

Swindon's reputation as a hub for drone technology was further strengthened on Friday with a government announcement that the MoD was opening a new test facility in the town.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
15.06.2026

MoD announces drone test site for Swindon

Swindon’s reputation as a hub for drone technology was further strengthened on Friday with a government announcement that the MoD was opening a new test facility in the town. Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis, who had been in the role […]

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The next charity networking breakfast from Swindon-based accountancy firm PPS will be raising funds for Willows Counselling, alongside a talk from emotional empowerment coach The next charity networking breakfast from Swindon-based accountancy firm PPS will be raising funds for Willows Counselling, alongside a talk from emotional empowerment coach Sally Stockreisser.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
02.06.2026

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

The next charity networking breakfast from Swindon-based accountancy firm PPS will be raising funds for Willows Counselling, alongside a talk from emotional empowerment coach Sally Stockreisser. Willows Counselling is a Swindon-based charity that has been supporting people’s mental health […]

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

14.04.2026

Sustainability show offers solutions to oil crisis

23.03.2026

Business breakfast to support pavilion project

26.02.2026

Swindon is to host its first TEDx event this month, with a host of well-known thought leaders.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
01.06.2026

Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event

Swindon is to host its first TEDx event this month, with a host of well-known thought leaders. TEDx Railway Village will take place at the historic Town Hall Studios, bringing together a mix of internationally recognised speakers and influential […]

Business professionals from across Swindon are invited to connect, collaborate and gain inspiration at the 2026 BusinessWise open networking event taking place on Thursday, June 11.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
12.05.2026

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

Business professionals from across Swindon are being invited to connect, collaborate and gain inspiration at the 2026 BusinessWise open networking event taking place on Thursday, June 11. The keynote speaker for the evening will be entrepreneur and former Who […]

The speaker lineup is being finalised for an intensive two-day event designed to bridge the gap between ambitious business owners and the national press.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
28.04.2026

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

The speaker lineup is being finalised for an intensive two-day event designed to bridge the gap between ambitious business owners and the national press. Organised by the story-led PR consultancy Scott Media, the No BS Media Summit returns to […]

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Regional law firm Gardner Leader has achieved B Corp Certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility and its ongoing impact across the communities it serves.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
11.06.2026

Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification

Regional law firm Gardner Leader has achieved B Corp Certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility and its ongoing impact across the communities it serves. The firm – which has seven offices including […]

PR firm partners with Best Mates to help reach more people

03.06.2026

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

02.06.2026

Recruitment firm sponsors young boxer

20.05.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
09.06.2026

Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year

Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs has selected Dorothy House Hospice as its Charity of the Year. Dorothy House provides end‑of‑life care and support for people with life‑limiting illness, as well as vital support for families, friends and carers across our […]

Award-winning construction firm Beard has retained its We Invest in People (IIP) Gold status, being commended for its commitment to leading and inspiring people, living the company values, and having a family culture of transparency and trust.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
08.06.2026

Beard Construction commended for its commitment to people and wellbeing

Award-winning construction firm Beard has retained its We Invest in People (IIP) Gold status, being commended for its commitment to leading and inspiring people, living the company values, and having a family culture of transparency and trust. The company […]

Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide is installing life-saving defibrillators and bleed control kits across its 605 branches, while rolling out life-saving first aid sessions in Britain’s local communities.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
05.06.2026

Nationwide installs defibrillators and bleed control kits at all 605 branches in UK first

In a UK first, Swindon-headquartered building society Nationwide is installing life-saving defibrillators and bleed control kits across its 605 branches. Britain’s biggest building society, which now has more branches than any other banking provider after overtaking Lloyds Banking Group, […]

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A Bristol-based business finance lender has taken on four new members of staff following a significant uplift in lending across the south west region.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
10.06.2026

Business lender welcomes four new team members

A Bristol-based business finance lender has taken on four new members of staff following a significant uplift in lending across the south west region. With a background in mainstream banking, Angela Abbotts has joined SWIG Finance as senior business […]

Communication expert shortlisted for national book award

18.05.2026

Three new hires expand private client team at Goughs

12.05.2026

Inheritance expert joins farming team at Wansbroughs

12.05.2026

Staff at West law firm Thrings have thrown a 90th birthday celebration for the man with his name above the door.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
04.06.2026

Happy birthday Mr Thring – staff help lawyer celebrate 90th birthday

Staff at West law firm Thrings have thrown a 90th birthday celebration for the man with his name above the door. And with 69 years of legal experience under his belt, Jeremy Thring still consults at the firm of […]

Companies from Swindon and Wiltshire have been celebrating their places in the Best Places to Work list, compiled by the Sunday Times.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
02.06.2026

Wiltshire firms make the grade in Best Places to Work list

Companies from Swindon and Wiltshire have been celebrating their places in the Best Places to Work list, compiled by the Sunday Times. The list is the UK’s benchmark for excellence in organisational culture and employee experience, celebrating companies that […]

Bid support company Pipster Solutions has marked a major milestone after winning multiple awards recognising both its business performance and workplace culture.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
19.05.2026

Multiple business awards for bid support company

Bid-writing support company Pipster Solutions has marked a major milestone after winning multiple awards recognising both its business performance and workplace culture. The Westbury, Wiltshire-based bid writing consultancy was named Micro Business of the Year for the South West […]

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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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A surprising number of UK businesses still don’t have a formal hybrid working policy in place. That needs to change, says Dan Barfoot of CMD Recruitment.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
17.06.2026

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

A surprising number of UK businesses still don’t have a formal hybrid working policy in place. That needs to change, says Dan Barfoot of CMD Recruitment. The way we work has changed. That much is obvious. But formalising these […]

Five million reasons to talk about mental health – the HR Dept

13.05.2026

Why salary transparency is no longer optional when hiring – CMD Recruitment

06.05.2026

Navigating rising costs: a guide for business owners – Optimum Professional Services

30.04.2026

Business leaders need to prepare now for changes ahead, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
10.06.2026

Unfair dismissals: Why 1st July is so important for employers – the HR Dept

Business leaders need to prepare now for changes ahead, says Peter Jones of the HR Dept Cast a look over the Employment Rights Act, and when it comes to the biggest change – the expanded unfair dismissal rights for […]

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
03.06.2026

Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? – Optimum Professional Services

Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? Michael Blaken of Optimum Professional Services explains the rules, pros, and cons of VAT registration Whether you’re a freelance designer, a local plumber, or an online seller, the VAT question […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
20.05.2026

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

Businesses wanting to get found online should take steps to make their websites AI-engine-friendly, says Jon Ladd of Swindon digital marketing experts Jazzbones. For decades, the goal of every website owner was to be ranked highly on Google. But […]

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Featured News

Albert Goodman launches new charitable foundation

Swindon celebrates life of acclaimed local artist

Temporary VAT reduction may lead to “summer of disruption” for businesses

News

Swindon celebrates life of acclaimed local artist

Lender celebrates another record-breaking year supporting SMEs

South West business activity flat in May

South West outpaces UK for tech investment

Temporary VAT reduction may lead to “summer of disruption” for businesses

Eco-boiler innovator teams up with Wiltshire College

MoD announces drone test site for Swindon

Events

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

Sustainability show offers solutions to oil crisis

Business breakfast to support pavilion project

Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

ESG

Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification

PR firm partners with Best Mates to help reach more people

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

Recruitment firm sponsors young boxer

Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year

Beard Construction commended for its commitment to people and wellbeing

Nationwide installs defibrillators and bleed control kits at all 605 branches in UK first

People

Business lender welcomes four new team members

Communication expert shortlisted for national book award

Three new hires expand private client team at Goughs

Inheritance expert joins farming team at Wansbroughs

Happy birthday Mr Thring – staff help lawyer celebrate 90th birthday

Wiltshire firms make the grade in Best Places to Work list

Multiple business awards for bid support company

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

Five million reasons to talk about mental health – the HR Dept

Why salary transparency is no longer optional when hiring – CMD Recruitment

Navigating rising costs: a guide for business owners – Optimum Professional Services

Unfair dismissals: Why 1st July is so important for employers – the HR Dept

Does a sole trader need to be VAT registered? – Optimum Professional Services

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

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