Government Invests £2.6 Million in Swindon Courts

Court users in Swindon will benefit from improved facilities as a result of the Government investing £2.6m in the town's court estate.

Refurbishment works have been carried out at Swindon Magistrates Court and Swindon Combined Court. The renovations will provide a more comfortable environment for court users and additional space for staff to carry out their duties and is part of HMCTS’ commitment to improving the condition of court buildings and access to justice for all users.

The investment will also allow the courts to manage an increased workload and accommodate additional numbers of office staff, following the reallocation of cases from Chippenham Magistrates’ and Civil Court. New facilities now available as a result of this funding include:

• additional hearing rooms and judicial chambers;
• kitchen facilities and new furniture;
• fully refurbished office areas; and
• a new public waiting room.

Justice Minister, Lucy Frazer said: "I'm delighted court users in Swindon are already benefiting from this significant Government investment. Court appearances can often come at difficult and emotional times in a person's life, and so we are committed to making our estate as efficient and comfortable as possible.

"Our justice system is one of the greatest in the world and we are determined to ensure it is fit for the 21st century."