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Wiltshire Council is introducing a new single number for its housing enquiries from the New Year. From 4th January the Housing Advice Service will have a single entry point for all enquiries. On that date all old numbers, including different numbers for different areas, will stop working and people can ring through on one number 0300 456 0106.

Council programme sees families move into new homes in Chippenham

Wiltshire Council is advising residents of the best way to help those sleeping rough this winter as the cold and stormy weather settles in.

The council is encouraging these people to consider fostering and help meet the demand for more people to foster with Wiltshire Council

The latest on welcoming families from Afghanistan

The work will take place from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and it's anticipated it will take around three months to complete

Wiltshire Council is explaining how a call out for private rented properties to help Afghan families will not impact on the affordable homes to house Wiltshire households.

Update on Furlong Close

Teenagers and those who have been in care are sharing experiences of how a foster family can change a life.

Wiltshire Council has received more than £600,000 from the government to help provide long term accommodation for rough sleepers.