News and communications

Wiltshire Council has successfully prosecuted two smallholders following mistreatment of cattle.

The purpose of the event was to bring together key players to better understand and explore the different collective expertise available and to share knowledge and ideas

Wiltshire Council is continuing to ensure that the county's electoral register is up to date by contacting Wiltshire residents who have not yet responded to the annual canvass.

An update has been provided on the ongoing fire on Salisbury Plain, with residents in the affected areas being asked to take sensible precautions where they can to keep them as safe as possible from the smoke.

Cllr Richard Clewer has been confirmed as the new Leader of Wiltshire Council

Update from Terence Herbert, Chief Executive, Wiltshire Council

We will shortly be sending out council tax reminder letters to some residents.

Cllr Philip Whitehead, Leader of Wiltshire Council, has made changes to the council's Cabinet and Portfolio Holders to align with the recovery structure now being put in place within Wiltshire Council following COVID-19.

Wiltshire Council is increasing its partnership working with Wiltshire Police to conduct roadside checks on people carrying waste in order to disrupt and prosecute fly-tippers. These people are breaking both stay at home government guidance and fly-tipping laws.

Part of the Ridgeway National Trail in Wiltshire will be closed to motor vehicles over the spring and summer months to enable repair works to be completed.