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Wiltshire Police has been placed in special measures after an inspector raised 'serious concerns'. File photo.

Damning report reveals ‘serious concerns’ about Wiltshire Police
“Serious concerns” have been raised over the ability of the county’s police force to protect vulnerable people and repeat victims of crime.

PCC Philip Wilkinson, pictured inset, has promised a 'back-to-basics' reset. Main photo: Dave Cox.

PCC promises ‘back-to-basics reset’ for Wiltshire Police after ‘sobering’ inspection

File picture: GETTY IMAGES

Firefighters 'told to enter burning buildings with breathing equipment switched off'

'We are not a banana republic' - Wiltshire MP calls for Johnson to resign again

'We are not a banana republic' - Wiltshire MP calls for Johnson to resign again

Danny Kruger MP quitting government role after Michael Gove sacked

Danny Kruger MP quitting government role after Michael Gove sacked

The loan in question was made under the tenure of former chairman Lee Power. Photo: Dave Evans

Swindon Town set to fight winding-up petition at High Court

'I have made the difficult decision to resign from the government' - Salisbury MP John Glen

Salisbury MP John Glen resigns from government

Missing Melksham man Edward Pople has been found

Missing Melksham man found

The scene with the River Avon running through Chippenham. Photo: Trevor Porter 68139-4

MP calls for ideas on how to make Chippenham more attractive

Michelle Donelan arrives at 10 Downing Street, London, following the resignation of two senior cabinet ministers, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid. Picture: PA

Michelle Donelan made Secretary of State for Education

South West Wiltshire MP quits government job, 'strongly urges' PM to resign

South West Wiltshire MP quits government job, 'strongly urges' PM to resign

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is teetering on the edge

Wiltshire MPs says Boris Johnson is ‘finished’

Sajid Javid and Rishi Sunak have resigned from the cabinet. Picture: PA

Boris Johnson faces PM crisis as Sunak and Javid quit cabinet

News

The A419 will be closed southbound overnight from the White Hart Roundabout.

One of Swindon's busiest roads to close for maintenance for 10 days

Toby Carvery fans fume as roast dinner chain axes lamb on Sundays. (PA)

Toby Carvery fans fume as popular Sunday item axed from menu

A free pint can be claimed when England are playing matches at the Women's Euros (Canva)

People with one of these 23 surnames can get a free pint in Greene King pub

More of Wiltshire and Swindon MPs have resigned or called for Boris Johnson's resignation than have expressed loyalty

Where Wiltshire and Swindon's MPs stand on Boris Johnson

Robert Buckland and Boris Johnson when they were both in government

South Swindon MP calls on PM Boris Johnson to step down

Council to discuss road safety improvements, flooding and fly-tipping crackdown

Council to discuss road safety improvements, flooding and fly-tipping crackdown

Research found that 42% of borrowers who were struggling and ignored their lenders’ attempt to contact them had done so because they felt ashamed (PA)

Financial watchdog gives urgent advice to those struggling with rising prices

Costa is giving away free cold drinks of your choice – find out how to get yours (PA)

Costa is giving away free cold drinks of your choice – find out how to get yours

Advice for pet owners after dog dies following contact with giant hogweed. Picture: Canva

Warning over giant hogweed as dog dies following contact with toxic plant

The surge in prices added more than £9 to the cost of filling a typical 55-litre family petrol car (PA)

Petrol prices rise every day as drivers face new record increase at the pumps

Royal Mail issue statement as exact dates for pay strike in July confirmed. (PA)

Exact dates of three-day Royal Mail strike in July confirmed

When is PMQs today? How to watch as Boris Johnson receives further resignations. (PA)

When is PMQs today? How to watch Boris Johnson responds to resignations

Sport

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Potterne's Jake Goodwin in Wiltshire action Pic: Roy Honeybone

Potterne concede title ground after loss to rivals
POTTERNE slipped up in their WEPL Premier One title chase following a four-wicket defeat to rivals Bedminster at the weekend.

Ciaran Brennan (left) battles for the ball with Sunderland’s Ross Stewart during a League One game last season Photo: Richard Sellers

Brennan: Town spell comes at important time in my career

CHIPPENHAM TOWN

Will Henry punches clear from a corner during Ebbsfleet United v Chippenham Town in the National League South play-off semi-final last season Photo: Richard Chappell

CHIPPENHAM TOWN Bluebirds face play-off opponents on opening day - plus Horgan on recruitment

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Wessex captain Collister holding trophy aloft alongside winning teammates

CRICKET Talented Warriors lift County Cup after dramatic final over

A free pint can be claimed when England are playing matches at the Women's Euros (Canva)

People with one of these 23 surnames can get a free pint in Greene King pub

Town announce deal for striker Wakeling

Town announce deal for striker Wakeling

Why trialists are not named by football clubs

Why trialists are not named by football clubs

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National Sport

Andy Farrell File Photo

Ireland coach Andy Farrell insists players deserve second crack at New Zealand

Tommy Freeman, left, and Guy Porter

England debuts for Guy Porter and Tommy Freeman as Eddie Jones rings the changes

Belgium’s Youri Tielemans during the UEFA Nations League match at Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff. Picture date: Saturday June 11, 2022.

Football rumours: Arsenal race United to sign Youri Tielemans

Tiger Woods celebrates

5 major talking points ahead of the 150th Open Championship

Ons Jabeur, Tatjana Maria, Elena Rybakina and Simona Halep

Wimbledon day 11: Women’s last-four guarantees at least one first-time finalist

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National News

Profits to drop at Currys as inflation to weigh on customer demand

The Houses of Parliament

Full list of government departures over Boris Johnson’s leadership

Price of offshore wind power falls to record low

Jet2 blasts ‘inexcusable’ airport disruption

Boris Johnson fights on: what happens next?

Estate agents' signs

Housing market ‘defied any expectations of a slowdown in June’

A boat patrols the Hunter River near Hinton, Australia

Flood threat moves north as water levels start to recede in Sydney

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