Update on Full Council meeting on 12th September

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are unable to have a discussion about the New Road Build Out on Monday 12th September.  We plan to have the discussion at the October full council meeting. Please remember that meeting on the 12th starts at 7.00pm

Full Council meeting on 12th Sept

Parish Clerk update – After receiving extensive legal advice and guidance it will not be possible to hold a public discussion and subsequent Parish Council vote on the New Road Build Out on 12th Sept. This is mainly due to not all required information being available on this date. The Parish Council meeting will therefor… read more

Full Council meeting on 12th Sept update

The full council meeting will still be starting at the earlier time of 7.00pm at the Rec Hall, with a public recess at the start as usual. The last agenda item schedule for 8.00pm will be a discussion on the New Road Build Out.  As usual, all residents are welcome to attend.

Information from the Past and Present Library newsletter

Did you know that the Central Library is the home of Swindon’s fantastic Local Studies collection?   We collect and preserve almost anything that’s ever been written or published about the Borough – including books, newspapers, maps, magazines, CDs, vinyl, postcards – and a HUGE collection of old Swindon photos from the 1850s to the… read more

12th Sept Full Council meeting

This meeting will start at the earlier time of 7.00pm, and close at 8.00pm.  All members of the public welcome. In the Recreation Hall, off Norris Close.

Police warn of business fraud

Businesses are being warned to be vigilant after two recent reports of fraud in Swindon. The first incident occurred yesterday afternoon (25 August 2016) shortly before 3pm at a pub in Manchester Road. A man entered the premises posing as the owner of a nearby shop and offered to sell them a quantity of leftover… read more

Hedge cutting and tree height maintenance

Residents are reminded that any boundary hedges on their property that adjoin a public footpath are the responsibility of the home owner to maintain to allow clear access to the footpath. If access is not maintained then Chiseldon Parish Council will have the hedges cut for you and you will receive an invoice for this… read more

Applying for a free road closure for children’s play time

Swindon Borough Council are trialling a new scheme where residents can apply for a temporary free road closure, so that children’s play events can be held. It’s a chance for children to play together outside and for parents to meet up. If you would like to apply then please email playingout@swindon.gov.uk and also take a… read more

Buy with Confidence traders list from Swindon Borough Council

I have in the office a copy of Swindon Borough Council’s “Approved, buy with confidence” list of traders for the Swindon area. These traders have been approved and vetted to ensure a good service. If you need a particular number (plumber, electrician etc) then let me know and I can pass their details on. I… read more

Placing boulders and stones on grass verges

Placing stones and boulders on grass verges: The Parish Council have been made aware by Swindon Borough Council that any individual that places boulders, stones or other obstructions on to public grass verges to protect grass from being parked on is legally liable for any damage, injury or incident that occurs as a result of… read more

Lorries at the Patriot Arm’s roundabout on Draycot Road

The Parish Council are aware of the number of lorries using this route through Chiseldon Village and the dangers this can cause to pedestrians.  We are working within the Environment Committee and Swindon Borough Council to find a resolution that is acceptable to all parties. Comments on this subject are welcome to the Clerk via our… read more

Dog bins

A reminder that on our “Local Community” page of this website there is a list of the 16 dog waste bins that the Parish Council provide for use. Please familiarise yourself with this list.  Many thanks

Proposed library cuts meeting in Wroughton

Proposed cuts to the library Service: A public meeting has been organised by Wroughton Parish Council for Thursday 18th August, in the Christine Spooncer Suite at the Ellendune Community Centre at 7pm . Wroughton Parish Council will run through the proposed option for Wroughton library. The Swindon Borough Council library Officer will be attending the… read more