Wiltshire Council proposes new speed limit policy with stronger focus on 20mph zones and road safety.

Steve Fountain caught up with Peter Dixon, who is the newly appointed High Sheriff of Somerset.

Wiltshire Council has launched a consultation on proposed parking charge increases and changes, with residents invited to have their say until 5 May.

Bath College’s Oliver Combs has been selected to represent the UK at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, competing in additive manufacturing at the global “Skills Olympics”.

Steve Fountain chats to George Marshallsay of Castle Combe Circuit at Radio Bath Business Breakfast March 2026

Wiltshire Council has approved a planning application from apetito for a new £100m state‑of‑the‑art regenerative manufacturing facility in Trowbridge.

Shaw Trust, the Good Work Charity, is taking over the delivery of the region’s Individual Placement Support (IPS) service – helping more local people find good jobs while accessing specialised mental health treatment.

Wiltshire residents are being encouraged to get out and about this Spring and make the most of the £3 bus fare cap, which continues to offer great value for travel across the county.

The latest round of strikes by resident doctors, including many working at the Royal
United Hospital in Bath, Great Western Hospital in Swindon and Salisbury District
Hospital, is set to begin at 7am on Tuesday 7 April.

Great Western Railway (GWR) is trialling new overnight services to Gatwick Airport from 6 June, testing demand for early-morning and late-night connectivity between the Thames Valley and the UK’s second-busiest airport.

Shaw Trust, the Good Work Charity, is taking over the delivery of the region’s Individual Placement Support (IPS) service – helping more local people find good jobs while accessing specialised mental health treatment.

Wiltshire’s new High Sheriff was sworn in on Friday 27 March in a ceremony which dates back to Saxon times. Dr Alexander Goodwin made his Declaration at The Parish Church of St. Leonard’s, Keevil nr Trowbridge, taking over from Mr Martin Nye. Around 70 guests attended the ceremony and reception.