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Great British Expos has announced the postponement of next week's South West Expo in Swindon due to the extreme temperatures forecast for the region.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.06.2026

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Great British Expos has announced the postponement of next week’s South West Expo in Swindon due to the extreme temperatures forecast for the region. The event, which was expected to welcome hundreds of business owners, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from […]

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has opened the new Stagecoach travel hub at 1 Newbridge Square in Swindon.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.06.2026

Transport secretary opens new Stagecoach travel hub in Swindon

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has opened the new Stagecoach travel hub at 1 Newbridge Square in Swindon. Beyond her cabinet position, Heidi is also the constituency MP for South Swindon. The new travel hub will serve as a customer […]

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.06.2026

Senior promotion at accountancy firm Albert Goodman

South West accountancy firm Albert Goodman has promoted Lizzie Walpole to audit partner, strengthening its senior leadership team within the firm’s audit department. Having joined Albert Goodman in 2019, Lizzie steps up to partner level from her previous role […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.06.2026

Transport secretary opens new Stagecoach travel hub in Swindon

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has opened the new Stagecoach travel hub at 1 Newbridge Square in Swindon. Beyond her cabinet position, Heidi is also the constituency MP for South Swindon. The new travel hub will serve as a customer […]

Feeling hot? Think of winter, says Visit Wiltshire

24.06.2026

Most south west business ‘able to withstand economic shocks’

23.06.2026

Leap for foreign direct investment in Swindon, as Bristol leads

23.06.2026

Generational communication expert Alastair Greener says organisations across Europe are increasingly looking for practical ways to manage multigenerational workforces, following a series of speaking engagements in Morocco, France and the UK.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
29.06.2026

Generational communication expert sees international demand for workplace insights

Generational communication expert Alastair Greener says organisations across Europe are increasingly looking for practical ways to manage multigenerational workforces, following a series of speaking engagements in Morocco, France and the UK. Alastair, of Generationally Speaking, recently delivered a keynote […]

A Berkshire-based document management software provider has been acquired by a European AI firm.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
26.06.2026

Berkshire software firm acquired by European AI firm

A Berkshire-based document management software provider has been acquired by European AI firm. Calico IIM’s acquisition of Filestream is its first UK deal and its entry into the British market. FileStream, which has spent more than 20 years building […]

A policy that will guide housebuilding and business development in Swindon over the next 20 years will be considered by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week.

Swindon & Wiltshire News
25.06.2026

Swindon’s important Local Plan goes to the vote next week

A policy that will guide housebuilding and business development in Swindon over the next 20 years will be considered by Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet next week. The Local Plan is the council’s most important planning document, guiding and assessing […]

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Swindon & Wiltshire Events
29.06.2026

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Great British Expos has announced the postponement of next week’s South West Expo in Swindon due to the extreme temperatures forecast for the region. The event, which was expected to welcome hundreds of business owners, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from […]

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

12.05.2026

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

28.04.2026

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

14.04.2026

Swindon's National Self Build & Renovation Centre is holding a free event advising people on how they can cool their homes.

Swindon & Wiltshire Events
24.06.2026

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

Swindon’s National Self Build & Renovation Centre is holding a free event advising people on how they can cool their homes. The UK’s award-winning homebuilding visitor centre will host its ventilation drop-in clinic on Saturday, July 4. The centre’s […]

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 […]

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 […]

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Organisers of a festival of the outdoors are encouraging residents to explore Salisbury's parks, rivers, nature reserves and community spaces as part of a unique ten-day celebration of wellbeing, nature and community connection.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.06.2026

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

Organisers of a festival of the outdoors are encouraging residents to explore Salisbury’s parks, rivers, nature reserves and community spaces as part of a unique ten-day celebration of wellbeing, nature and community connection. Running from Saturday 27 June to […]

Law firm picks hospice as Charity of the Year

09.06.2026

Beard Construction commended for its commitment to people and wellbeing

08.06.2026

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

05.06.2026

Community solar group Wiltshire Wildlife Community Energy has officially wrapped up a fourth season of its free energy advice service, having provided support to around 460 people across the county.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.06.2026

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

Community solar group Wiltshire Wildlife Community Energy has officially wrapped up a fourth season of its free energy advice service, having provided support to around 460 people across the county. Since it began in 2022, the Keeping Warm This […]

Staff from IT support services expert Mintivo will walk, run or cycle 30 miles between two hospices to raise vital funds for them next month.

Swindon & Wiltshire ESG
22.06.2026

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

Staff from IT support services expert Mintivo will walk, run or cycle 30 miles between two hospices to raise vital funds for them next month. The Chippenham firm partners both Dorothy House Hospice in Winsley and Prospect Hospice in […]

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 […]

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Estate planner and inheritance tax expert Sarah Giles has joined Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs as a senior associate.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
29.06.2026

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

Estate planner and inheritance tax expert Sarah Giles has joined Wiltshire law firm Wansbroughs as a senior associate. Sarah joins the Devizes-based firm’s private client team with more than 25 years’ experience advising individuals and families on a wide […]

Business lender welcomes four new team members

10.06.2026

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

04.06.2026

Wiltshire firms make the grade in Best Places to Work list

02.06.2026

The team at Southby & Co. Financial Planning has been awarded Highly Commended in multiple categories in prestigious national awards which recognise financial services firms that are building strong and supportive working environments for their teams.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
23.06.2026

Financial planners recognised in national awards

The team at Southby & Co. Financial Planning has been awarded Highly Commended in multiple categories in prestigious national awards which recognise financial services firms that are building strong and supportive working environments for their teams. The Swindon firm […]

Swindon accountancy firm PPS Chartered Accountants has welcomed new apprentice Oakley Reed to the team as the Swindon-based firm continues to invest in developing future talent within the industry.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
23.06.2026

Swindon accountancy firm welcomes new apprentice

Swindon accountancy firm PPS Chartered Accountants has welcomed new apprentice Oakley Reed to the team as the Swindon-based firm continues to invest in developing future talent within the industry. Eighteen-year-old Oakley, who grew up in Swindon and recently moved […]

A family lawyer at Wiltshire and Somerset law firm Forrester Sylvester Mackett has qualified as a chartered legal executive.

Swindon & Wiltshire People
18.06.2026

Family lawyer becomes chartered legal executive

A family solicitor at Wiltshire and Somerset law firm Forrester Sylvester Mackett has qualified as a chartered legal executive. Naomi Corp has been with the firm for almost six years and leads the family law team. With almost a […]

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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 […]

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Network enough and you'll find out the most frequently asked questions about your job. Here, Natasha Thomas, a senior associate solicitor at Wiltshire- and Bath-based law firm Awdry Law reveals the top five questions she gets asked.

Swindon & Wiltshire Experts
24.06.2026

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Network enough and you’ll find out the most frequently asked questions about your job. Here, Natasha Thomas, a senior associate solicitor at Wiltshire- and Bath-based law firm Awdry Law reveals the top five questions she gets asked. I advise […]

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

20.05.2026

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

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 […]

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 […]

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Featured News

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Transport secretary opens new Stagecoach travel hub in Swindon

Senior promotion at accountancy firm Albert Goodman

News

Transport secretary opens new Stagecoach travel hub in Swindon

Feeling hot? Think of winter, says Visit Wiltshire

Most south west business ‘able to withstand economic shocks’

Leap for foreign direct investment in Swindon, as Bristol leads

Generational communication expert sees international demand for workplace insights

Berkshire software firm acquired by European AI firm

Swindon’s important Local Plan goes to the vote next week

Events

Swindon expo cancelled due to heatwave forecast

Businesswise to host open networking event with entrepreneur

Journalist lineup revealed for Swindon’s No BS Media Summit

Professional speaker to lead UK conference this weekend

NSBRC throws free event on cooling your home

Charity networking event to raise funds for counselling service

Swindon to host its first-ever TEDx event

ESG

Festival encourages residents to explore community spaces

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

Energy project reaches hundreds of Wiltshire’s most vulnerable

IT firm staff to support hospices with sponsored walk

Regional law firm achieves B Corp Certification

People

Law firm Wansbroughs appoints new senior associate

Business lender welcomes four new team members

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

Wiltshire firms make the grade in Best Places to Work list

Financial planners recognised in national awards

Swindon accountancy firm welcomes new apprentice

Family lawyer becomes chartered legal executive

Profiles

Wansbroughs

Optimum Professional Services

Charlton Baker

National Self Build and Renovation Centre

CMD Recruitment

Southby & Co. Financial Planning

Jazzbones Creative

Experts

FAQ – the top five questions people ask a corporate lawyer

Five ways to get your website found by AI engines

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

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

Hybrid Working Policies: How to Get Them Right

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

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