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Month: July 2026

The former Vauxhall plant on Kimpton Road
News

Green light for £400m transformation of former Vauxhall plant as 2,400 jobs promised

July 23, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton Council has approved plans for a £400 million redevelopment of the former Vauxhall van plant, paving the way for thousands of new jobs on one of the town’s most historic employment sites. Councillors have […]

The new Prime Minister Andy Burnham
News

Luton MP welcomes electricity bill tax cut as PM announces first cost of living measure

July 23, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Households across Luton South and South Bedfordshire are set to see their electricity bills fall this winter after the new Prime Minister announced the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills. The measure, one of […]

Royal Humane winners
News

Luton Airport staff honoured for helping save passenger’s life

July 23, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Four Luton Airport employees have been recognised for their bravery after helping to save the life of a passenger who suffered a medical emergency at the airport. Guest Experience Team colleagues Zahid Khan and Abdul […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton comment

Opinion: Wilshere ball rubbishes Tuchel’s World Cup DNA claims as Luton boss has shown speed of change

July 22, 2026 Kevin Harper 0

If you are a fan of English football it has been a bit of a strange week hasn’t it? You would have seen yet another capitulation in a big knockout match when England were architects of […]

Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
News

Further operating theatre staff strikes set to affect services at Luton Hospital this week

July 21, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Patients at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital are being warned to expect disruption for the remainder of this week as operating theatre staff prepare to take further industrial action. Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has […]

Rory McDade from Luna Rosa who will headline the fourth annual Summer Assembly music festival at The Castle
Music

Is Luton entering a new era of live music? Why Summer Assembly matters

July 21, 2026 Ronny Trousers 0

When Vandalism Begins at Home launched Summer Assembly four years ago, the idea was simple: create a full day where music fans could discover new bands, support independent artists and experience the kind of atmosphere […]

The current Luton Fire Station
News

Plans progress for £14m rebuild of Luton Fire Station

July 21, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Plans to rebuild Luton Fire Station on Studley Road are moving forward, with councillors backing the next stage of the £14m project. Members of the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Authority (BFRS) were updated on progress […]

Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrives at 10 Downing Street
News

Luton MPs welcome Andy Burnham’s first day as Prime Minister as he pledges to end rough sleeping

July 20, 2026 Newsdesk 1

Luton’s two Labour MPs have welcomed Andy Burnham’s first day as Prime Minister after he announced a major drive to end rough sleeping and tackle the cost of living. In his first speech outside Downing […]

Cllr Tahmina Saleem, Cllr Javeria Hussain and Rick Donnelly (Parks Operation Manager) with Green Flag Award
News

Luton’s five flagship parks retain prestigious Green Flag status

July 20, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Five of Luton’s best-loved parks have once again been recognised among the country’s finest after retaining their prestigious Green Flag Awards. The Green Flag Award is regarded as the benchmark for excellence in park management […]

Chris Powell
Luton Town news

Powell pleased with Luton progress despite Barnet draw as Sandal eyes chance to show Hatters fans what he can do

July 20, 2026 Sportsdesk 0

Luton Town assistant manager Chris Powell believes the Hatters are beginning to show the identity Jack Wilshere wants despite being held to a 2-2 pre-season draw by Barnet on Saturday. The Bees came from behind […]

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    Music

    Kaiser Chiefs to headline Luton’s biggest party of the year

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