A major police investigation that began in Chippenham has led to five arrests across the country and the safeguarding of seven women, after concerns were raised locally about possible human trafficking at two premises in the town.
Two homes in Chippenham have been placed under closure orders to protect vulnerable occupants from exploitation.
Wiltshire Council has confirmed that rescheduled coring works on The Strand in Calne will take place tonight (Wednesday 15 October) and tomorrow night (Thursday 16 October) between 7pm and 6am.
MP Sarah Gibson has renewed her call for the Government to support families affected by historic cases of baby loss — using her first appearance back in the House of Commons after treatment for an autoimmune condition to highlight the issue.
An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a robbery in Kingsley Park, Chippenham, yesterday afternoon, 12th October.
Drivers in the Calne area are being advised to plan ahead as more road closures are set to take place in Bremhill and Calne Without for essential maintenance and infrastructure works.