Created in the 2023 boundary review, from parts of North Swindon and South Swindon.
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Will Stone
Labour PartyWill Stone is the Labour MP for Swindon North, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.
Vote on New Clause 2 to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, debated alongside related amendments including provisions on guidance, devolution, and regulatory consultation. The excerpts focus on New Clause 20, which would require the Secretary of State to issue guidance (consulting chief medical officers and palliative/hospice care providers) and enable Welsh Ministers to issue guidance on devolved health matters.
Vote on New Clause 1 to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, a private member's bill on assisted dying. Based on available debate context, this was one of several amendments considered at Report Stage, with the bill's sponsor Kim Leadbeater presenting changes developed with government legal and health officials to make the legislation workable.
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Sign up freeCoverage of Swindon North has been mixed for Will across 40 recent articles.
Positive coverage
“Woman campaigns for hospital access for carers to become law” — BBC
“New barbers to open in Swindon in memory of teens death” — Adver Sport Desk
Critical coverage
“How possible is construction of new A419 junction in Swindon?” — Adver Sport Desk
A new constituency created in the 2023 boundary review. Won by Lab in its first election in 2024 by 9.3%. Covers Swindon (Swindon), Stratton St Margaret and Highworth. Population 105,227.
Outrage after safety notices sellotaped over gravestones
Adver Sport Desk · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£28,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£35,700
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
3,030
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
44
29 primary, 5 secondary, 10 other
Total Income Tax▼
£283m
from 53,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£3,030
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£5,310
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
42.6
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
62.4%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
1 city, 3 towns, 1 village, rural areas — 105,591 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
8 councillors across 8 wards · Last elections: May 2024
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blunsdon Highworth | Conservative and Unionist Party | Vijay Kumar Manro | May 2024 |
| Gorse Hill Pinehurst | Labour Party | Princia Jenovi Fernandes | May 2024 |
| Haydon Wick | Labour Party | Ray Ballman | May 2024 |
| Penhill Upper Stratton | Labour Party | Thomas James Smith | May 2024 |
| Priory Vale | Labour Party | lan Edwards | May 2024 |
| Rodbourne Cheney | Labour Party | Ana Rosada Fernandes | May 2024 |
| St Andrews | Conservative and Unionist Party | Daniel Christopher Adams | May 2024 |
| St Margaret South Marston | Labour Party | Simon John Shelley | May 2024 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab | 17,930 | 40.6% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GEWon 2015 GEWon 2010 GE | Con | 13,827 | 31.3% |
| Ref | 7,557 | 17.1% | |
| Green | 2,366 | 5.4% | |
| LD | 2,086 | 4.7% | |
| Ind | 260 | 0.6% | |
| Ind | 139 | 0.3% |
Will Stone appeared in 1 national article across 2 topics (15 Apr 2026 – 15 Apr 2026)
Positive (+0.65)Ranked #120 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Stone demonstrates proactive leadership in attracting investment and jobs to his constituency, leveraging his military background to advance defence interests, though the article notes broader concerns about procurement delays beyond his control.
16 articles hidden as not sufficiently relevant to this constituency
Highworth cemetery visitors were outraged after Swindon's local council duct-taped safety notices directly over gravestone inscriptions to alert families about unstable memorials. The town council apologized, acknowledged the insensitivity, and committed to repositioning notices and reviewing their approach.
Citizens Advice Swindon is offering free financial advice sessions at multiple community locations throughout April, including libraries, churches, and community spaces. The initiative provides support to constituents facing financial difficulties across various Swindon locations.
A former Wiltshire Police station in Highworth (near Swindon) that has sat empty since 2018 has been approved for conversion into a three-bedroom residential bungalow. The planning application was approved before Easter with support from Highworth Town Council, transforming an unused public building into housing.
Hills Homes Developments Ltd has applied to build 19 houses on farmland in Blunsdon, Swindon, with planning officers recommending approval despite significant local opposition from nearly 50 residents and Blunsdon Parish Council. The scheme includes 30% affordable homes but faces concerns about rural character, traffic impacts, and pressure on local services.
An Aldi supermarket near Blackworth Industrial Estate in Highworth has received planning permission to install solar panels as part of the chain's £7.7 million nationwide renewable energy rollout. The installation will generate approximately 100,000 kWh of energy annually and reflects broader sustainability efforts by the retailer.
Nina Parry, a Swindon resident with multiple sclerosis, is campaigning for 'Nina's Law' to legally enable disabled patients to have their carers provide support in hospital settings. The campaign, which already has backing from Swindon MP Will Stone and has garnered 47,000 of 100,000 needed petition signatures, addresses gaps in current hospital policies and insurance issues that prevent continuity of care.
Swindon Borough Council has announced multiple road and footpath closures across the town, including town centre restrictions, utility works by SSEN and Openreach, and construction-related closures for housing development and canal work. The closures will affect traffic flow and pedestrian access across various parts of Swindon from mid-April through May.
The STEAM Museum in Swindon marked 40 years since the closure of Swindon Railway Works by sounding a replica of the original hooter that marked the final day on March 26, 1986. The event drew hundreds of former workers and local residents who shared nostalgic memories of the iconic sound that once structured daily life across the town.
Swindon is facing multiple weeks of roadworks causing significant traffic disruption, with lane closures on key routes near Highworth and Blunsdon due to utility maintenance and upgrades by Thames Water, Scottish & Southern Electric, BT Openreach, and other contractors. Residents are frustrated by the lack of coordination between utility companies, creating cumulative congestion at peak times.
Sewage spills in Swindon's rivers, particularly around Sevenhampton and Highworth, have prompted urgent action from local councillors who passed formal motions criticizing Thames Water for inadequate infrastructure investment and environmental failures. Both Highworth Town Council and Swindon Borough Council have called for stronger regulation, increased investment, and potential nationalization of Thames Water to address the longstanding pollution problem.
Three men were convicted in Swindon Crown Court for orchestrating a regional motorcycle theft ring targeting businesses across Swindon, Hungerford, and Andover between 2023 and 2025. Local dealership Blade Motorcycles in Swindon closed after repeated attacks as part of the conspiracy that netted £136,000 in stolen goods.
Gleeson Land is proposing to build over 500 houses on the old Twelve Oaks Golf Course on the edge of Highworth, with residents expressing mixed concerns about traffic, school places, doctor's appointments, and wildlife impact. The developer held a consultation event presenting early-stage plans, with concerns raised about flooding, sewage capacity, and road access.
A 47-year-old woman with learning disabilities died from peritonitis after a feeding tube became dislodged following routine surgery at Great Western Hospital in Swindon. An inquest concluded the death was accidental, with the coroner noting that her disabilities and inability to communicate contributed to the outcome.
Pat and Bryan Elkington, long-time Highworth residents, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with a family party and received a congratulatory message from the King and Queen. Both have been active in their local community through the Women's Institute and United Reformed Church.
Swindon councillors are debating the feasibility of a new A419 junction to alleviate traffic congestion and safety issues, with various political figures offering perspectives on the proposal. The article notes that significant research and planning by the council and National Highways would be required before any junction could be added to the Local Plan.
The Big Highworth Community Foundation is hosting its second annual Community Awards on March 28 at Wrag Barn Golf Club to recognise 14 nominees across five categories who have made a difference in their local community. The sold-out event celebrates outstanding citizens, volunteers, and organisations with support from 17 local businesses.
A campaigning group has released a report documenting thousands of alleged illegal sewage spills by Thames Water into Wiltshire rivers between 2021-2025, with specific incidents recorded in waterways near Swindon including the River Ray and Danes Brook. The report highlights environmental pollution affecting the constituency and wider region, though Thames Water disputes the findings and points to recent operational improvements.
Developer Gleeson Land has submitted an environmental impact assessment screening opinion to Swindon Borough Council for a proposed 520-home residential development on the Twelve Oaks Golf Course site near Highworth, north of Swindon. The proposal includes affordable housing, community facilities, green spaces, and sustainable transport infrastructure, with a full planning application expected to follow.
Swindon has achieved a clean sweep of top food hygiene ratings in the latest Food Standards Agency inspections, with all 27 venues assessed between March 3-12, 2026 receiving the highest five-out-of-five score. The results cover pubs, cafés, takeaways, schools, and shops across the area, including prominent local establishments and major employers like Amazon's BRS2 warehouse.
Conservative councillors in north Swindon are calling for a new A419 junction at Blunsdon Hill to address chronic congestion and safety concerns, citing multiple serious crashes and daily traffic disruption. They propose the council include this in its draft Local Plan and secure funding from developer contributions, though the project would take years to realize.
Highworth Town Council has formally raised urgent concerns about months of sewage spills into Swindon rivers, particularly from Sevenhampton Sewage Treatment Works since November 2025. The council has written to Thames Water, the Environment Agency, Swindon North MP Will Stone, and other authorities demanding action, while residents express growing complaints about visible pollution and environmental risks.
A Swindon barber is opening a new shop on Morley Street named in memory of his son Harry, who died in 2022 after being hit by a car on Akers Way. The article highlights ongoing safety improvements to the crossing and the Parker family's campaign with MP Will Stone for stronger motorist prosecution laws.
Swindon Borough Council is delivering a £48 million decarbonisation programme upgrading hundreds of council-owned homes with energy-efficient windows, doors, boilers, insulation, and solar panels through 2029. The scheme aims to reduce fuel costs for tenants, improve comfort, and cut environmental impact, with nearly 1,200 properties already upgraded across multiple contracts.
Swindon Borough Council debated and unanimously approved a motion to survey the public about potential new country parks or green spaces in the borough, after Labour initially removed the term 'country parks' but then restored it following councillor intervention. The debate centred on whether to focus specifically on country park designation or the broader concept of green spaces.
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