This week Thamesdown Transport made a number of changes to its services due to the Tory council slashing funding.
Without public consultation (and despite Thamesdown Transport being owned by Swindon Council), the Number 23 bus service – vital for Okus Road area residents – has been withdrawn.  This is thanks to Swindon Council withdrawing funding worth [...]

Swindon Labour candidates averaged 31.0% of the vote in the 2010 local election compared to only 24.4% in 2008.  Mark Dempsey stunningly captured a seat in Parks ward, and newcomer Rochelle Russell comfortably beat off all challengers, including the BNP to win Gorse Hill for Labour.  Overall the Tory share of the vote dropped by [...]

I’m pleased to be standing again for Labour in Old Town and Lawn. I’ve lived in Swindon for over 25 years with my husband, Denis and our children grew up here and attended local schools. My working life was spent in social work and I am now thoroughly enjoying retirement, with hobbies that include grandchildren, [...]