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Monday August 31, 2026
Hosted by Liz Gwinell.
...in Wiltshire Council car parks to begin on 4 September.Saturday August 29, 2026
Wiltshire Council is advising that changes to parking charges and arrangements across the county will now come into effect on Friday 4 September, following a revised implementation date from the originally planned 1 September.
...starts next week.Friday August 28, 2026
Wiltshire Council is encouraging residents, businesses and community groups to have their say on the future of the county as the first consultation on the new Wiltshire Local Plan begins next week.
....fly tipping following changes in Government guidelines.Tuesday August 25, 2026
People caught fly-tipping in Wiltshire could face on the spot fixed penalty notices (FPNs) of up to £5,000 under new Government legislation, as Wiltshire Council moves to strengthen its response to environmental crime.
Proposed access points.Monday August 24, 2026
Barwood Lane has publicised its intentions for access to the site.
Across Wessex Water area - this includes Hilperton.Friday August 21, 2026
A temporary hosepipe ban is now in force for all Wessex Water supply customers, having come into effect on Tuesday 18 August at 00:01hrs. The restrictions have been introduced following prolonged dry weather, repeated heatwaves and exceptionally high demand for water across the region.
Try the bus, not the car.Wednesday August 19, 2026
Children aged 5 to 15 can travel for free on participating local bus services throughout August, helping families save money and enjoy more days out over the summer holidays.
....following prosecutions.Monday August 17, 2026
Dog owners are being reminded that it is a legal requirement to microchip their dogs and ensure the details stored on it are up to date – failure to do so could lead to a prosecution and fine.
World War II ended 81 years ago today.Saturday August 15, 2026
VJ Day, which stands for Victory over Japan Day, marks the end of World War II.
...don't just delete it.Friday August 14, 2026
Did you know that before recycling your old electricals like mobile phones, tablets, laptops, or smart devices, you should always remove any personal data and take out SIM cards?
....following fire incidentsWednesday August 12, 2026
Wiltshire Council is urging residents not to put batteries in any bin after three fires occurred in the past fortnight at sites in Warminster, Stanton St Quintin and Lower Compton.
Wiltshire Council is urging residents not to put batteries in any bin after three fires occurred in the past fortnight at sites in Warminster, Stanton St Quintin and Lower Compton.
Hilperton defibrillators reminder.Tuesday August 11, 2026
The village has four de-fib units ready for immediate public use.
The parish council receives 25% of CIL paid by developers.Monday August 10, 2026
Do you have any thoughts regarding projects the parish council could fund?
...and Semington Road in Melksham.Saturday August 08, 2026
Temporary traffic management will be in place on the A350 Western Way and Semington Road, Melksham, for more than six weeks from later this month, while an electric connection is installed for a new housing development.
...fly-tipping – and earns them a reward.Friday August 07, 2026
Wiltshire Council is thanking a vigilant member of the public whose actions helped identify an offender responsible for a fly-tipping incident near Great Bedwyn.
Wiltshire Council is thanking a vigilant member of the public whose actions helped identify an offender responsible for a fly-tipping incident near Great Bedwyn. ...next week.Wednesday August 05, 2026
Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Urgent Closure of: Marsh Road (part) Hilperton
Free bus travel for children this August.Monday August 03, 2026
Free bus travel plus more!
Hilperton news from Ernie Clark.Saturday August 01, 2026
Your INDEPENDENT Wiltshire Councillor.
...after waste given to unlicensed collector.Friday July 31, 2026
Wiltshire Council is reminding residents to check who they give their waste to after a Swindon resident was issued with a £600 fixed penalty notice (FPN) when their waste was found fly-tipped.
...Hospital site to support future care provision.Thursday July 30, 2026
Wiltshire Council has acquired the former Trowbridge Hospital site as part of its long-term strategy to invest in modern, fit-for-purpose care accommodation that meets the needs of Wiltshire residents both now and in the future.