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‘Hate won’t win’ in Luton, say MPs and council leader as impact of London rally felt in town

September 18, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off

Luton’s most senior politicians have condemned a rally in London at the weekend as “an offensive and dangerous display of racist nationalism” that has been felt well beyond the capital and in the town. In […]

Luton Council leader warns against rise in hate speech

September 9, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off

Luton Council leader Cllr Hazel Simmons MBE has warned of a “concerning rise in hate speech” and urged residents to stand united against racism, division and hostility. In a strongly worded statement, Cllr Simmons said: […]

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Luton wants cleaner shops, better parks and more flowers as £1.5m ‘Pride in Place’ plans approved

May 12, 2026 0

Cleaner shopping parades, brighter gateways into town and upgraded play parks are among the first improvements residents could begin seeing across Luton after councillors approved plans for a £1.5million government-funded regeneration programme. Luton Council’s executive [...]
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New exhibition shines light on hidden history of school dispersal

April 21, 2026 Comments Off on New exhibition shines light on hidden history of school dispersal

A powerful new installation exploring a little-known chapter of British history has arrived in Luton, bringing with it stories that many in the town may recognise on a deeply personal level. Bussing Out, an immersive [...]
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New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

April 20, 2026 Comments Off on New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

A major new exhibition charting more than a century of car manufacturing in Luton is set to open next month, offering a poignant look at the town’s industrial heritage following the closure of the Vauxhall [...]