Worst town? Then why did we move here?

A poll in a national newspaper the Daily Mirror, has printed an article regarding the worst towns in England to live in.

Swindon came in 31st out of 50.

I beg to differ as a Scotsman who has been a Swindon resident for over fifty years.Where has the time gone?

This town has served me well regarding full employment during my working life. The beautiful landscape of the county of Wiltshire.The friendships I have made from the Swindon people as well as the many families from all over Britain. From London to Inverness who came to this town for a better way of life for themselves and their families.

If it is that bad a town, why did we all come here?

Bill Williams.

Merlin Way

Covingham

Hospital staff absence rates of concern

Health chiefs at Swindon's GWH are right to be concerned at staff absence rates.

But it's not the 70 who are isolating due to Covid that concerns me.

Rather it's the 246 who are absent for other sickness.

Des Morgan

Caraway Drive

Get moving again with Diabetes UK advice

If you’re living with diabetes and finding it hard to get active in your day-to-day life, we’re here to help.

We understand that it can be difficult to find the motivation to move more, and that sometimes it can be hard to know where to begin - especially if you’re new to exercise.

So, starting this January, Diabetes UK be running free online 10 week courses specifically tailored to support people who want to start moving more or those doing 30 minutes or less exercise a week.

From movement to music, to boxercise and Tai chi, each weekly class will focus on a different gentle activity - giving you the chance to try out new ways to get active and find what suits you.

Plus, we’ll be holding question and answer sessions at the end of each class, so that you can find out more about managing your condition and get tips and advice from our clinical experts and guest speakers.

Knowing where to start when making movement part of your everyday life can feel daunting, so you can also talk to us.

Our helpline offers one-on-one support with trained advisors who understand diabetes and can help you find ways to move more.

We are available Monday- Friday 9amt to 6pm, on 0345 123 2399.

Find out more, and register your interest at diabetes.org.uk/help-to-move

Phaedra Perry

Regional Head

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Diabetes UK South West