Feb 4 2017

Bus corridor consultation events

Bus corridor consultation events this month A series of informal drop-in consultation events will be held later this month to present proposals for a new bus corridor linking Wichelstowe with the town centre. It follows previous consultation with members of the public on potential options for the scheme in December. If the proposals are agreed, the… read more

Feb 4 2017

M4 J16 update

Motorists warned of overnight slip road closure on Monday The start of February has seen utility investigation and earthworks continue across the site. Traffic management will continue to be implemented on the roundabout as and when required to accommodate these various works during off-peak periods between 9am and 4pm. The M4 eastbound exit slip road… read more

Feb 4 2017

Thamesdown Transport sold

Thamesdown Transport Limited sold to major bus operator Thamesdown Transport Limited has been taken over by a major commercial bus operator after councillors agreed to sell the Council’s shares in the company. The decision to sell the bus company to Go South Coast, part of the Go Ahead Group, was taken at Wednesday night’s Cabinet… read more

Feb 2 2017

Friends of the Railway Path update

A quick reminder about the workday on Sunday 5th February, at 10:00.  We will be working to improve the condition of the Site of Special Scientific Interest in the Old Town Railway Cutting in Swindon.  This is also on route 45 of the National Cycle Network. We’ll meet at 10:00 at the foot of the… read more

Feb 1 2017

Update on Butts Road resurfacing

Due to the materials of the original road surface a different approach needs to be taken when re-surfacing the road. The work has therefor been re-scheduled with a batch of similar works which are due to start at the end of summer.