Swindon news

• Sturgess inquiry will shape policing in Wiltshire

  01-01-2026 08:41 via bbc.com
  "It's the least we can owe to Dawn... to make sure we provide an ever-improving service."
  
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• Major route to close overnight for three weeks

  14-06-2026 17:25 via bbc.com
  
  The overnight closure at Blagrove Roundabout near the M4 is expected to last almost a month.
  
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• One that got away - Van Graan rues Bath exit

  14-06-2026 13:17 via bbc.com
  
  Bath boss Johann van Graan calls their Prem semi-final defeat by Exeter "one that got away" as they miss out on a return to Twickenham.
  
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• In Pictures: Action Man balloon, cheese rolling and a royal wedding

  14-06-2026 08:14 via bbc.com
  
  A selection of photographs from across the West this week.
  
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• 'I was not broken - I had undiagnosed ADHD'

  14-06-2026 08:12 via bbc.com
  
  Women diagnosed with ADHD later in life say missed signs left them struggling for years.
  
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• Cyclist in hospital with serious injuries after crash

  13-06-2026 20:34 via bbc.com
  
  The collision took place on Kingshill Road, where a cordon remains in place.
  
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• Exeter fight back to stun Bath and reach Prem final

  13-06-2026 19:40 via bbc.com
  
  Exeter produce a stunning second-half comeback to narrowly edge defending champions Bath 27-26 and reach the Prem final.
  
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• Bus hero and town crier in King's Birthday Honours

  13-06-2026 13:51 via bbc.com
  
  Inspiring people from across the West are recognised for their efforts in the community.
  
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• How a new arrival could help save rare giraffe

  13-06-2026 12:03 via bbc.com
  
  Three-year-old Stanley will be critical to helping the Wiltshire safari park conserve his species.
  
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• Charity shops are closing amid 'terrifying' costs

  13-06-2026 08:35 via bbc.com
  
  One charity said it is leaving some vacant roles unfilled to reduce costs.
  
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• 'World Cup flag warning' and 'Police called to Hinkley dispute'

  13-06-2026 08:32 via bbc.com
  
  A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.
  
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• Stonehenge summer solstice: The dos and don'ts

  12-06-2026 18:38 via bbc.com
  
  Everything you need to know if you are celebrating the summer solstice at Stonehenge.
  
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• Salisbury artwork 'is Constable original' - expert

  12-06-2026 13:35 via bbc.com
  
  The landscape painting - A View of Salisbury from Harnham - is currently on loan to The Salisbury Museum.
  
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• From carer to killer: Urgent calls for change

  12-06-2026 12:41 via bbc.com
  
  One carer a month across England and Wales goes on to kill the person they are looking after.
  
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• 'World-leading' drone warfare facility opens

  12-06-2026 12:28 via bbc.com
  
  Swindon is said to be "rapidly establishing itself as Britain's military drone manufacturing hub".
  
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• Two bailed after suspected hit and run

  12-06-2026 10:33 via bbc.com
  
  A woman in her 30s is being treated for life-changing injuries after the crash.
  
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• Pensioner 'disgusted' by water company after leak

  12-06-2026 07:34 via bbc.com
  
  Carmela Donovan, who is classed as vulnerable, says she is losing sleep due to the stress.
  
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• Children fill time capsule to be opened in 2056

  11-06-2026 15:34 via bbc.com
  
  The capsule, containing letters and photographs, is buried at Trowbridge's new leisure centre.
  
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• Can pubs stay open late for World Cup matches?

  11-06-2026 13:58 via bbc.com
  
  UK pubs prepare for late World Cup kick-offs as fans ask how late venues can legally stay open.
  
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• Harry Parker death ruled collision, not accident

  11-06-2026 10:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Adam Parker says he’s pleased with the coroner’s conclusion into his son's death.
  
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• Pollution rules criticised for raising new home costs

  11-06-2026 07:43 via bbc.com
  
  Developers claim the rules will stop them from hitting housebuilding targets.
  
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• Parents find lifeline in 50p kids' clothes shop

  11-06-2026 07:07 via bbc.com
  
  A second-hand shop selling cheap baby clothes sees rising demand as families cut costs.
  
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• People urged to only fly World Cup flags at home

  10-06-2026 21:07 via bbc.com
  
  Councils issue advice on how to show support for football teams in a legal and safe way.
  
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• Driver who fatally hit teenager 'probably distracted'

  10-06-2026 19:46 via bbc.com
  
  An inquest finds the boy was "clearly visible" to driver Ivy Mwangi and she was "probably distracted".
  
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• WWI soldiers buried a century after their deaths

  10-06-2026 18:18 via bbc.com
  
  The six men from Essex, London, Bradford, Bristol and Northampton served and died together.
  
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• Cancelling 2027 festival 'not an easy decision'

  10-06-2026 17:30 via bbc.com
  
  Organisers say this year's event in Highworth near Swindon will still go ahead in July.
  
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• Bath attitude pleases Van Graan going into play-offs

  10-06-2026 16:09 via bbc.com
  
  Johann van Graan says the attitude of his Bath side pleases him the most, as they prepare for a third consecutive Prem Rugby play-off campaign.
  
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• Man in his 20s stabbed near rugby club

  10-06-2026 14:57 via bbc.com
  
  Wiltshire Police is appealing for information after the man was stabbed on Tuesday.
  
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• Troggs singer Reg Presley remembered in pub mural

  10-06-2026 07:30 via bbc.com
  
  The late star, best known for hit 'Wild Thing', used to visit the pub and nearby crop circles.
  
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• People 'delighted' at key milestone for monument

  10-06-2026 07:26 via bbc.com
  
  Locals say they had given up hope that the Grade II-listed Lansdowne Monument would be repaired.
  
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