Bus station dedication plaque stolen
Local councillors are appealing for its safe return
The dedication plaque from Swindon's old bus station has been stolen, the Borough Council says.
It follows recent posts on social media about the demolition of the site.
The plaque was unveiled during the stations opening by Mayor of Thamesdown, Harry Garrett, on 14th August 1984, and was set for a new home with the museum team, in order to safeguard this part of the town's history.
However, thieves have broken in into the site and taken it for themselves.
In the appeal on Facebook, the Borough Council said: "We know the bus station will hold a lot of memories for some people and, it is possible that someone may have taken the plaque with the best of intentions in order to preserve an important piece of its history.
"If this was the case, we ask that it is returned to the construction site (placed inside the gate) as soon as possible and no further action will be taken.
"If it is not returned, we will be using site and surrounding CCTV footage, to track down those responsible for the theft.
"As with plenty of other people in the town, we want to keep this piece of history safe and cared for."