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Is Swindon being the Greggs capital of the south good?

Is Swindon being the Greggs capital of the south good?

Swindon having more Greggs than any town in Wiltshire, and almost every city in England's south, has sparked a lot of discussion online. The town...

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Swindon speaks on if XL Bully dogs are dopey or dangerous

Swindon speaks on if XL Bully dogs are dopey or dangerous

A roundup of court cases involving dog owners being sentenced for having an out-of-control pet or illegally owning a dangerous dog sparked a lot of...

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Heated debate after Swindon asylum seekers protests

Heated debate after Swindon asylum seekers protests

A protest against housing asylum seekers in a town centre hotel sparked a lot of debate among Adver readers. Counter-protestors supporting the...

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Sadness and experiences shared after baby's death at GWH

Sadness and experiences shared after baby's death at GWH

THE death of a six-day-old baby girl in Swindon being ruled as neglect following gross failings in hospital maternity care led to people sharing their...

02.09.2025 10

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Greyhound racing protest in Swindon sparks banning debate

Greyhound racing protest in Swindon sparks banning debate

Protesters in Swindon who called for a ban on greyhound racing after outrage over the number of dogs killed in the sport have sparked a lot of debate....

31.08.2025 4

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Mixed views as England flags appear on Swindon's roads

Mixed views as England flags appear on Swindon's roads

The council’s response to flags being painted around Swindon sparked a lot of discussion. The borough’s Cabinet members for Highways suggested...

27.08.2025 10

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Scorn for Jeremy Corbyn's party launching branch in Swindon

Scorn for Jeremy Corbyn's party launching branch in Swindon

Supporters of Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana's new party being set to meet up to launch a Swindon branch sparked a lot of discussion. The first...

26.08.2025 10

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Will Fleming Way revamp bring town centre back to life?

Will Fleming Way revamp bring town centre back to life?

Shop workers claiming that the reopening to pedestrians of Fleming Way is bringing the town centre back to life sparked a lot of discussion Work to...

25.08.2025 5

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Policing concerns about town centre ban on e-bikes

Policing concerns about town centre ban on e-bikes

News of a new public space protection order being put in place around the town centre sparked a lot of discussion. Signs installed on Monday warn...

23.08.2025 9

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Calls to save Speedway grow after opposition to new stadium

Calls to save Speedway grow after opposition to new stadium

Mysterious leaflets opposing plans for a new Speedway stadium in Swindon caused a stir online. Gaming International's Clarke Osborne and Swindon...

22.08.2025 6

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Your thoughts on Swindon council's road-repainting scheme

Your thoughts on Swindon council's road-repainting scheme

The local authority's highways team and a specialist contractor have been carrying out repainting work across the borough to make sure roads are safe...

21.08.2025 6

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Shock as children's ward nurses speak out about violence

Shock as children's ward nurses speak out about violence

There was much shock and sadness after nurses spoke out about violent behavioural problems at a Swindon hospital's children's unit. Great Western...

17.08.2025 5

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Mixed reactions to Vice President JD Vance's Cotswolds visit

Mixed reactions to Vice President JD Vance's Cotswolds visit

US Vice President JD Vance’s holiday in the Cotswolds sparked a heated debate among Adver readers. A motorcade of security and police took...

16.08.2025 4

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Swindon reacts to Claire's shops filing for bankruptcy

News of the Claire’s retail chain filing for bankruptcy again received mixed reactions from Swindonians. The brand had already been in discussions...

12.08.2025 3

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The upset from Swindon residents at the Prime Minister visit

Swindon residents have shared their upset at the Prime Minister speaking to businesses following issues raised about the town centre.  Sir Keir...

09.08.2025 7

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Swindon residents cheer on Great Western Hospital staff after tribunal

An former hospital chief executive’s behaviour being labelled as “bullying” has led to other Swindonians sharing their stories. Mark...

08.08.2025 8

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Excitement and caution over plans for new Speedway site

Excited and sceptical Adver readers reacted to the first officially-submitted plans for a new Speedway stadium on Swindon’s outskirts. Wiltshire...

05.08.2025 8

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Views on failed bid to scrap Swindon council's net zero target

Adver readers reacted to a failed bid to overturn Wiltshire's net zero targets. Reform councillors put forward a motion calling on Wiltshire Council...

01.08.2025 7

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Swindon responds to protest about Palestinians' plight

Swindon protestors highlighting the plight of children in Gaza sparked a big debate among Adver readers. The group gathered near Great Western...

31.07.2025 10

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First look at record-breaking Panattoni building in Swindon

New images show the first look at a record-breaking new building under construction at Panattoni Park. In May, Europe's largest developer of...

30.07.2025 9

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Swindonians react to self-driving Tesla on Magic Roundabout

Swindonians gave their verdict on Tesla’s fully self-driving car attempting to navigate the Magic Roundabout. A new clip showed the car tackling...

30.07.2025 10

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Adver readers react as doctor strikes disrupt hospital

The latest round of strike action by resident doctors has caused a lot of discussion among Adver readers. Urgent and emergency care services,...

27.07.2025 3

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Reaction to possible e-bike and e-scooter crackdown

News of a possible clampdown on illegal scooters and e-bikes in Swindon sparked a lot of debate online. Illegal scooters and e-bikes in Swindon...

26.07.2025 8

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Does Swindon need a new supermarket in the town centre?

News of Morrisons seeking an early exit from its lease to Regent Circus sparked a debate about the future of the site. The supermarket became the...

24.07.2025 6

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Swindon bus station: Mixed reactions to Fleming Way reopening

News of the long-awaited opening date for the £33 million redevelopment of Fleming Way sparked a lot of discussion among Adver readers. The bus...

23.07.2025 7

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Swindon's GPs: Rankings reactions from readers

Swindon residents have shared what they think of the latest rankings of the town’s best and worst GPs. Across the UK more than 703,000 people...

22.07.2025 7

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Swindon hosepipe ban criticised byThames Water's customers

The announcement of a hosepipe ban across Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire has not gone down well with Thames Water customers. The utility...

20.07.2025 6

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Mixed views on possibility of bringing Swindon's canal back

The possibility of a canal returning to Swindon has received mixed reactions. The Wilts and Berks Canal Trust welcomed Swindon Borough Council’s...

19.07.2025 7

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Swindon residents praise estate after 'gang capital' claims

National media claiming that Penhill is a gang capital of the UK led to local residents singing its praises and highlighting how safe they feel...

17.07.2025 4

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Swindon readers give advice on pensioners stuck in heatwave

Swindon Advertiser readers have responded to a story about frustrated pensioners being left sweltering as their town centre building reached...

12.07.2025 8

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Swindon Balloon Festival visitors praise first event

Visitors to a new Swindon festival offered positive feedback and constructive criticism after the main attraction had to be cancelled. The Swindon...

11.07.2025 8

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Readers react to Swindon Oasis Leisure Centre plan approval

News of the council approving plans to rebuild the Oasis Leisure Centre and refusing the proposal for 700 nearby flats sparked a lot of discussion...

10.07.2025 4

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Reaction as Wiltshire police vow crackdown on e-bikes and e-scooters

Adver readers welcomed the police launching a crackdown on e-scooters and e-bikes. Wiltshire Police has launched Operation Jetsom, which targets the...

09.07.2025 6

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Crackdown on e-bikes and e-scooters in Swindon welcomed

Adver readers welcomed the police launching a crackdown on e-scooters and e-bikes. Wiltshire Police has launched Operation Jetsom, which targets the...

08.07.2025 8

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Should all schools in Swindon close during heatwaves?

News of a school sending pupils home due to the extreme heat started a discussion about whether more schools should have done the same. Dorcan...

03.07.2025 4

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Swindon student's bike convoy to prom moves readers to tears

More than 1,000 bikers accompanying a Swindon student to his prom moved many readers to tears. The incredible amount of support for Josh Duff from...

02.07.2025 10

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Swindon MPs' support for abortion law change sparks debate

Swindon MPs being among the politicians who voted to decriminalise abortion led to a debate among Adver readers. Will Stone, MP for Swindon North,...

30.06.2025 5

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More of your thoughts on town's Heart of Swindon plans

News of Swindon’s council renewing its enthusiasm for working with the private sector to regenerate the town centre sparked a discussion about the...

28.06.2025 5

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Swindon street preacher's court case sparks debate

A court case involving a street preacher banned from the town centre, who denies breaching that ban, sparked a discussion about preaching in public. ...

26.06.2025 8

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Swindon outrage over lack of NHS dentists and costs

Swindonians shared their experiences with private dentists and the frustration with the lack of NHS options in the area. The Adver asked if any...

23.06.2025 3

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Pro-Palestine protest in Swindon prompts heated debate

A march through Swindon’s town centre which saw protesters demanding a ceasefire after violence carried out by Israel in Gaza led to a heated...

20.06.2025 8

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Support for trans rally and shock at "disgusting" comments

A protest held in Swindon’s town centre to show solidarity with transgender people received a lot of support and some hateful comments. Swindon...

19.06.2025 7

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How Swindon residents would improve Penhill with new funding

Penhill being picked as a ‘trailblazer neighbourhood’ has sparked discussion about how best to spend the share of £20m to improve the area. The...

16.06.2025 20

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Fleming Way progress sparks debate on Swindon town centre

The latest progress on Swindon’s £33m regeneration of Fleming Way sparked a discussion about the future of the town centre. Digital screens have...

14.06.2025 4

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What do Swindon readers think of renationalisation?

As a Swindon MP welcomed the beginning of rail service renationalisation, Adver readers debated the merits of public or private ownership. Transport...

13.06.2025 10

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Adver readers congratulate six-year-old who beat cancer

Swindon Adver readers congratulated a six-year-old boy who has officially beaten cancer. Tommy was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia in...

10.06.2025 10

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Your views on possible housing near Swindon football stadium

Adver readers voiced their views on the possibility of housing developments near the Nigel Eady County Ground. As part of the TrustSTFC member vote...

07.06.2025 6

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Swindon shoppers impressed by new M&S foodhall extension

The food hall extension at one of Marks and Spencer’s Swindon sites has gone down well with customers. The building formerly filled with fashion...

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Readers react after travellers set up camp on Swindon rec

Dozens of traveller caravans set up camp on a recreation ground in Swindon. The new arrivals to the Westcott rec alongside Wootton Bassett Road were...

06.06.2025 20

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Criticism of PCC's call to make cannabis a Class A drug

Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has supported calls to make cannabis a Class A drug – and many Adver readers are not happy about it. ...

04.06.2025 8

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