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Sarah Owen MP (Luton North, Labour), during a different debate. Photo by House of Commons, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
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Luton MP says Christmas rough sleeping plan must offer lasting route out of homelessness

October 27, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton North MP Sarah Owen has welcomed a government commitment to offer everyone sleeping rough in the town a route off the streets before Christmas, insisting the initiative must lead to lasting support rather than […]

A firefighter
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Luton Airport expansion among risks facing town over next five years, warns fire chief

October 26, 2026 Newsdesk 0

The expansion of Luton Airport, the arrival of East West Rail and plans for a Universal theme park resort are among the major developments Bedfordshire’s fire service says it must prepare for over the next […]

Cllr Amjid Ali
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Luton Council leader warns town could miss out on devolution funding as deadline looms

October 23, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton’s Council leader has warned the town could miss out on vital investment and powers unless four local authorities agree to work together on a proposed regional devolution deal. Cllr Amjid Ali has joined his […]

The Orange Picture Club team: (top) Jaspal Nangla. Bottom (L-R) Mac Pajika, Jasbir Nangla and Dan Eyles
Film

How Luton’s cinema history offers inspiration for the future

October 22, 2026 James Cunliffe 0

What does it take to keep a town’s film culture alive? In Luton, the answer may lie in looking back as much as looking forward – from the grand old art deco picture houses that […]

Kestrel Way groundbreaking led by Luton Council leader Cllr Amjid Ali (holding the spade)
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New Luton specialist school site to create 120 extra places for children

October 21, 2026 Newsdesk 0

A new site for Woodlands Secondary School is being built in Luton to create up to 120 additional specialist places for children with additional needs amid growing demand for provision in the town. A groundbreaking […]

Black Lemurs at Whipsnade Zoo enjoy Halloween treats 2026. Photo by Whipsnade Zoo
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Rhino, lemurs and macaques enjoy Halloween treats at Whipsnade Zoo

October 20, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Greater one-horned rhino, ring-tailed and black lemurs and Sulawesi crested macaques got into the Halloween spirit this morning, tucking into spooky squashes to celebrate the season.  Ring-tailed lemurs Delilah and Diego, joined by black lemurs Camila […]

One of the new fast EV chargepoints
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Luton installs first electric car chargers for council housing residents without driveways

October 15, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton residents living in council housing can now access new electric vehicle charging points at five locations across the town, in a move aimed at helping people without driveways switch to electric cars. The fast […]

No Place For Hate artwork
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School pupils send message that there is ‘no place for hate’

October 13, 2026 Newsdesk 0

School pupils across Luton are using their artwork to challenge prejudice and discrimination as part of Hate Crime Awareness Week. The county-wide poster competition, organised by Bedfordshire Police’s Community Cohesion Team, Police and Crime Commissioner […]

Luton RunFest
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Luton RunFest runners raise money for hospital patients and local charities

October 12, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Almost 2,000 people took part in Love Luton RunFest on Sunday, with runners and walkers raising money for local causes and members of Luton Town Football Club, local politicians and hospital staff among those taking […]

The 'If You can dream it you must do it' mural on Bute Street is lit up at night
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Luton retains Purple Flag for seventh year despite night-time economy ‘challenges’

October 8, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton has retained its Purple Flag accreditation for a seventh consecutive year, despite continuing concerns about the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The accreditation recognises destinations which provide a safe, welcoming and varied experience […]

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