Two more public drop-ins have been arranged to allow local residents to see road and transport prposals for the east of Swindon.

The changes, part of the New Eastern Villages development plan, will be on display in the main hall of the Grange Leisure Centre, Stratton between 9am and 1pm on Saturday, 3 March.

And there will be another opportunity to view them between 3pm and 7pm on Monday, 5 March at Hooper's Field Sports Hall in Wanborough.

Councillor Toby Elliott, Swindon Borough Council’s cabinet member for strategic planning and sustainability, said: “The New Eastern Villages is hugely important for Swindon and, as the UK’s largest greenfield urban extension, it is important we plan appropriately and put in the necessary infrastructure to support the development.

“We had an excellent turnout for our first drop-in session at Coleview Community Centre last month where we received lots of important feedback from residents, so we want more of the same from these next two sessions.

"Council officers will be on hand to answer any questions local residents may have and will also be able to dispel any myths and rumours about the schemes. For example, I have spent a considerable amount of time over the last few weeks confirming to local residents that the Ermin Street Bridge will remain open and it will be part of the preferred option for the redesign of the White Hart junction in its open state.

“Local people have an important part to play and the two drop-in events are good opportunities for them to view the plans, find out more information about the schemes and put forward any views.”