Local News from Thursday, July 16th, 2026

Wiltshire Council has adopted a new Speed Limit Policy that will provide a clearer, fairer and more consistent approach to setting speed limits across the county, helping to improve road safety and make it easier for communities to request changes where needed.

A fabulous array of vehicles and aircraft from across the country roared into the Army Flying Museum at Middle Wallop, Hampshire, last Saturday (11 July), and the event also featured a magnificent air display programme that wowed yet another capacity sell-out crowd.

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, the Ministry of Defence’s highest accolade for organisations that provide exceptional support to the Armed Forces community.

Wiltshire Council’s Cabinet has approved a package of measures to support the future of Salisbury’s Cultural Quarter, including investment in the major refurbishment of Salisbury Playhouse and plans to improve the public realm around the city’s cultural venues.

Wiltshire Police has announced it has been placed in the top tier for performance in a national assessment.