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Town on a voyage of discovery to put it on the science map
A nationwide vote on ITV in December will decide whether Swindon will benefit from £50 million of lottery money to transform the Science
Museum Swindon into a world class attraction and centre for scientific education.
To make the country aware of more than a museum; it will pro- School, said at the launch
the museum’s bid to open up the vide a marvellous, interactive spec- that the school council
world of science and innovation, tacle, a treasure trove of vast, iconic were asked for their views
and unleash the genius in every- objects that have shaped and con- on the Inspired proposals
one, the Swindon outpost was tinue to shape the past, present over the last six months.
relaunched on 4 April as ‘Inspired.’ and future of our world. Only five “We’re really excited
If the vote goes Swindon’s way, per cent of the Science Museum’s about the ideas here. It will
by 2010 new buildings will be cre- collection is available to view. We make science a much more
ated on the World War II airfield want to show off the rest and tell interesting subject; having
to display more of the Science Mu- the stories behind these objects. it on the edge of Swindon
seum’s vast collection of objects All of this will of course, be housed is brilliant. I think every-
alongside spectacular tours, work- within a sustainable, environmen- body should vote for the
shops, themed dramas and science tally-friendly building.” project on TV.”
shows on an unprecedented scale. He added that success would be Inspired is one of six
Unveiling the name, Martin provide a huge boost to the Swin- projects across the UK
Earwicker, Director of the National don economy and also to the cul- which have received de-
Museum of Science & Industry, tural aspirations of the town. velopment funding from
said the lottery bid could result in Scott Dew from Nova Hreod the lottery to prepare for The Science Museum Punk Science team Dan and
one of the most December’s big vote. Find Brad help Scott Dew understand how Hendrix, the
significant devel- out more at: Kaiser Chiefs and millions of others got their
opments in the www.voteinspired.org.uk inspiration with the help of electro-magnetism
museum world.
“Inspired will be
Can Swindon deliver sustainability?
Giving inspiration Swindon has set itself the ambitious target of becoming the UK’s
to future young sci- most sustainable town and to deliver this promise Swindon Council
entists like from planners are preparing a Core Strategy for the town’s development
Ridgeway specialist
science college and for the next 20 years.
Broad Hinton pri- They want to know what you think of the first draft of their proposals.
mary, from left, The Core Strategy outlines the vision for Swindon and the broad
Lizzie Souter, Ellie, policies for turning it into reality. At its heart is ensuring sustainable
Sam and Matthew development for a better quality of life for everyone, now and for future
Gowshall, Sarah generations without causing any more damage to the environment.
Maddock The document addresses how Swindon can reduce its impact on
climate change without putting pressure on infrastructure, the trans-
port network and its landscape. At the same time how is it possible to
provide housing, jobs and shopping, community, health and education
facilities and the right transport mix?
There are certainly some tough questions to be answered in a town
that continues to expand into the surrounding countryside.
If you have a view on these issues, what the town needs and what
should be improved, the Swindon Core Strategy issues & options leaflet
You can foster can be picked up from council offices and libraries. An opinion survey
form is included which should be returned by 23 May.
The information and survey can be found at: www.swindon.gov.uk/
It’s one of the most rewarding corestrategy
experiences you will ever have • Climate change - it’s everybody’s issue. See pages 10 & 11

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