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Business confidence in the South West fell 30 points during September to 25 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.09.2026

South West businesses boosted by strong demand despite confidence fall

Business confidence in the South West fell 30 points during September to 25 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in the South West also reported lower confidence in their own trading outlook month-on-month, down […]

South West business owners remain overwhelmingly confident about their prospects despite concerns about potential tax rises, rising costs and ongoing economic uncertainty, according to new research from S&W.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.09.2026

Business owners remain confident on growth despite economic uncertainty

South West business owners remain overwhelmingly confident about their prospects despite concerns about potential tax rises, rising costs and ongoing economic uncertainty, according to new research from S&W. The latest Business Owners Sentiment Survey from the accountancy, tax, and […]

The number of available homes in Bristol’s residential property market has halved in the last twelve months, according to global property advisor JLL.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.09.2026

Number of available homes in Bristol halves

The number of available homes in Bristol’s residential property market has halved in the last twelve months, according to global property advisor JLL. The findings form JLL’s latest Big Six Residential Development Report, which tracks Bristol, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.09.2026

South West businesses boosted by strong demand despite confidence fall

Business confidence in the South West fell 30 points during September to 25 per cent, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in the South West also reported lower confidence in their own trading outlook month-on-month, down […]

West welcomes chancellor’s 130,000 jobs pledge

28.09.2026

Chippenham-based innovation selected for Grand Designs Live

28.09.2026

Students’ achievements celebrated at awards ceremony

28.09.2026

Swindon & Wiltshire News
30.09.2026

Business owners remain confident on growth despite economic uncertainty

South West business owners remain overwhelmingly confident about their prospects despite concerns about potential tax rises, rising costs and ongoing economic uncertainty, according to new research from S&W. The latest Business Owners Sentiment Survey from the accountancy, tax, and […]

Bristol’s technology sector is set to dominate the Tech South West Awards 2026, with 21 local organisations and individuals named finalists across 16 categories.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.09.2026

Bristol tech stars line up for regional awards showdown

Bristol’s technology sector is set to dominate the Tech South West Awards 2026, with 21 local organisations and individuals named finalists across 16 categories. The eighth edition of the region’s flagship tech celebration attracted more than 370 entries from […]

Three former apprentices who launched their own precision engineering business just over two years ago are now machining specialist components for Formula 1 teams and other high-tech sectors from a Swindon industrial estate — and plan to create new apprenticeships as they expand.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.09.2026

Swindon trio supply Formula 1 parts as engineering firm doubles down on growth

Three former apprentices who launched their own precision engineering business just over two years ago are now machining specialist components for Formula 1 teams and other high-tech sectors from a Swindon industrial estate — and plan to create new […]

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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, […]

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

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

30.07.2026

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, […]

Wiltshire entrepreneurs are being given the chance to pitch their idea to a real Dragon.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
09.09.2026

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

Wiltshire entrepreneurs are being given the chance to pitch their idea to a real Dragon. Moonpig founder and Wiltshire resident Nick Jenkins, who was a Dragon for two series of the BBC show between 2015 and 2017 will be […]

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A fleet and mobility provider headquartered in Swindon has been recognised among the world's leading businesses for sustainability performance.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
28.09.2026

Swindon fleet firm among the world’s most sustainable

A fleet and mobility provider headquartered in Swindon has been recognised among the world’s leading businesses for sustainability performance. Arval UK has earned EcoVadis Platinum accreditation, placing it in the top one per cent of companies assessed globally. Meanwhile […]

Shipment from book charity’s Swindon warehouse supports readers in Sudan

08.09.2026

Housebuilder warns of rocketing costs for inefficient homes

26.08.2026

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

24.08.2026

Solar energy specialist BElectric UK has been announced as a co-sponsor of this year’s Wiltshire Bee & Honey Day.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
23.09.2026

BElectric backs biodiversity bash

Solar energy specialist BElectric UK has been announced as a co-sponsor of this year’s Wiltshire Bee & Honey Day. The Brinkworth-based company is supporting the free event as part of its commitment to boosting biodiversity. The Wiltshire Bee & […]

Following on from the hot success of last year’s Firewalk, Swindon charity Society Without Abuse has now opened registrations for this year’s fundraising event.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.09.2026

Businesses invited to sign up for sponsored fire walk

Following on from the hot success of last year’s Firewalk, Swindon charity Society Without Abuse has now opened registrations for this year’s fundraising event. The evening enables people to not only brave the blaze and walk in the footsteps […]

Wroughton-based financial advisers Southby & Co are taking on their next fundraising challenge by running Swindon’s Half Marathon for child bereavement charity, Wiltshire Treehouse.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
09.09.2026

Southby & Co plan a September of fundraising

Wroughton-based financial advisers Southby & Co are taking on their next fundraising challenge by running Swindon’s Half Marathon for child bereavement charity, Wiltshire Treehouse. At the start of 2026, Southby & Co Financial Planning announced their charity of the […]

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Danielle Holmes, founder and CEO of Wiltshire-based website specialist Black Nova Designs has won a Bronze Award for Business Leader of the Year.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
30.09.2026

National award for Wiltshire tech CEO

A Wiltshire-based female entrepreneur has been honoured with an award for leadership at the Great British Business & Community Awards. Danielle Holmes, founder and CEO of Wiltshire-based website specialist Black Nova Designs won a Bronze Award for Business Leader […]

Four new solicitors join law firm

21.09.2026

Thrings grows residential property team with qualification of ‘outstanding’ new lawyers

15.09.2026

New BDO for South West property specialist

10.09.2026

A Swindon creative agency has beaten global competitors to win an international award for putting people and purpose at the heart of its business model.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
29.09.2026

Swindon’s firm wins global award for people-first business model

A Swindon creative agency has beaten global competitors to win an international award for putting people and purpose at the heart of its business model. GEL Studios has been named a winner at the Haier Zero Distance Excellence (ZeroDX) […]

A Swindon accountant who started his career as an apprentice has completed five years of study and 13 exams to become a Chartered Certified Accountant.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
23.09.2026

Swindon accountant celebrates chartered qualification after five years’ study

A Swindon accountant who started his career as an apprentice has completed five years of study and 13 exams to become a Chartered Certified Accountant. James Papworth Smith joined PPS Chartered Accountants in the summer of 2018 and has […]

A Wiltshire-based IT services firm has undergone a management buyout, with four directors completing a share purchase from the firm's other two major shareholders.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
22.09.2026

Management buyout at IT services firm

A Wiltshire-based IT services firm has undergone a management buyout, with four directors completing a share purchase from the firm’s other two major shareholders. Alex Jukes, along with fellow directors Mark Adams, Graham Ford and Jake Jeffries now hold […]

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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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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 […]

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

02.09.2026

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

18.08.2026

Managing employees returning from maternity leave – the HR Dept

12.08.2026

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 […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
16.09.2026

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

The next tranche of major changes to emplyment law are introduced next month. Peter Jones of the HR Dept takes a look at what is in store, plus what business owners need to do to prepare. Harassment – existing […]

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
09.09.2026

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

If you are employed but also have other income – such as freelance work or rental income – changes are coming to the way you pay tax, says Jon Lacey of Optimum Professional Services Big changes are on the […]

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Featured News

South West businesses boosted by strong demand despite confidence fall

Business owners remain confident on growth despite economic uncertainty

Number of available homes in Bristol halves

News

South West businesses boosted by strong demand despite confidence fall

West welcomes chancellor’s 130,000 jobs pledge

Chippenham-based innovation selected for Grand Designs Live

Students’ achievements celebrated at awards ceremony

Business owners remain confident on growth despite economic uncertainty

Bristol tech stars line up for regional awards showdown

Swindon trio supply Formula 1 parts as engineering firm doubles down on growth

Events

Dragons’ Den panel finalised for Wiltshire expo

Founder to share ‘redundancy to millions’ success story

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

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

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

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

Wiltshire entrepreneurs get chance to pitch to a real Dragon

ESG

Swindon fleet firm among the world’s most sustainable

Shipment from book charity’s Swindon warehouse supports readers in Sudan

Housebuilder warns of rocketing costs for inefficient homes

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

BElectric backs biodiversity bash

Businesses invited to sign up for sponsored fire walk

Southby & Co plan a September of fundraising

People

National award for Wiltshire tech CEO

Four new solicitors join law firm

Thrings grows residential property team with qualification of ‘outstanding’ new lawyers

New BDO for South West property specialist

Swindon’s firm wins global award for people-first business model

Swindon accountant celebrates chartered qualification after five years’ study

Management buyout at IT services firm

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

Why audit still matters for growing businesses – Optimum Professional Services

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

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

Managing employees returning from maternity leave – the HR Dept

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

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

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

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