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Cllr Hazel Simmons and Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Tizard
News

Leaders aim to reassure Luton after ‘revulsion’ with violent riots across country

August 6, 2024 Newsdesk 1

Leaders in Luton have sought to reassure communities about “potential local threats” in the wake of violent riots in cities across the country.  Luton Council Leader Hazel Simmons MBE and Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner […]

The Knife Angel St sculpture in George's Square
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Luton mum recognised for efforts to combat knife crime iconic sculpture unveiled

August 6, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton mum recognised for efforts to combat knife crime iconic sculpture unveiled

A Luton mum whose son was stabbed to death has been honoured for her campaign against knife crime as a huge statue arrived in St George’s square as a month-long memorial to those who have […]

Roadworks
News

Extensive road improvement programme will help Luton’s ‘need to cut carbon’

July 26, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Extensive road improvement programme will help Luton’s ‘need to cut carbon’

A large, multi-million pound programme of works is underway to repair, protect and preserve Luton’s roads, which will also assist in the towbn’s carbon reduction commitments. More than 221,000m2 of roads will be improved in […]

Universal Studios
News

Local council leaders unite to support Universal Studio’s theme park project in county

July 18, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Local council leaders unite to support Universal Studio’s theme park project in county

Luton Council are among the leaders and chief executives of six local authorities that have collectively endorsed Universal Studios expanding its theme park empire in Bedfordshire, in a letter sent to the Prime Minister. Though […]

The Green Flag can keep flying in six Luton parks
News

Six Luton parks retain prestigious award that rewards Britain’s top green spaces

July 17, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Six Luton parks retain prestigious award that rewards Britain’s top green spaces

Six Luton parks have retained their Green Flag Award, with the council hailing the international quality mark for parks and open space as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the teams and […]

Luton’s new Mayor Councillor Tahmina Saleem and Deputy Mayor Councillor Babatunde Ajisola
News

New Mayor vows to ‘tirelessly promote’ a Luton ‘where everyone can thrive’

July 17, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on New Mayor vows to ‘tirelessly promote’ a Luton ‘where everyone can thrive’

Luton’s new Mayor Councillor Tahmina Saleem and Deputy Mayor Councillor Babatunde Ajisola were officially appointed in a ceremony held in the council chamber last night. Councillor Tahmina Saleem who serves the Biscot ward has been […]

Artist’s impression looking east along George Street as part of the council's vision for Luton 2040
News

Luton’s 2040 vision to ‘transform our town’ championed

July 9, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton’s 2040 vision to ‘transform our town’ championed

Luton Council has been praised for its trailblazing and ambitious 2040 vision following an assessment by the Local Government Association. The Corporate Peer Challenge report champions Luton’s 2040 vision which focuses on creating a healthy, […]

Luton Town Hall
News

Flag raised above Town Hall to mark Windrush anniversary

June 25, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Flag raised above Town Hall to mark Windrush anniversary

The Windrush flag was raised above the Town Hall on Saturday (22 June) at a special event to mark the 76th anniversary of Windrush arriving in the UK. The event included prizes for the best […]

The Hat Gardens
Lifestyle

‘The success of Hat Gardens has shown what’s possible for Luton’s town centre,’ says council chief

June 7, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on ‘The success of Hat Gardens has shown what’s possible for Luton’s town centre,’ says council chief

Luton’s first pocket park has marked its first anniversary, with council CEO Robin Porter saying the success of the Hat Gardens in its first year has shown Lutonians how the town centre is being rejuvenated. […]

Summer In Town
Culture

Free town centre summer events announced to ‘create unforgettable memories’

June 6, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Free town centre summer events announced to ‘create unforgettable memories’

An extended programme of free family-friendly activities is to take place in the town centre this summer with street shows, workshops, film screenings, storytelling, and much more. The ‘Summer in Town’ schedule kicks off on […]

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