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Rachel Hopkins MP
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MP hails ‘historic’ changes as Luton renters gain new rights with start of major housing reforms

May 7, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on MP hails ‘historic’ changes as Luton renters gain new rights with start of major housing reforms

Luton South MP Rachel Hopkins has said more than 15,000 local renters will benefit from “historic” changes, as the government has begun rolling out its long-promised overhaul of the private rented sector. The reforms, introduced […]

Young skateboarder Kiersten Gaughan officially opens the Wigmore Skate Park, flanked by Mayor of Luton Amy Nicholls (left), Councillor Javeria Hussain (far left) and Luton South MP Rachel Hopkins (right)
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Cheers as young skateboarder opens revamped Wigmore park in front of hundreds

May 6, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Cheers as young skateboarder opens revamped Wigmore park in front of hundreds

Hundreds of residents gathered in Wigmore over the weekend to celebrate the transformation of Wigmore Valley Park, as new facilities were officially opened with a day of music, skating and family activities. The free community […]

Workmen repair potholes
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Pothole surge hits Luton as new ‘jet patcher’ rolled out to tackle road repairs faster

April 30, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Pothole surge hits Luton as new ‘jet patcher’ rolled out to tackle road repairs faster

A surge in pothole reports across Luton has prompted the council to trial new technology designed to fix damaged roads in minutes without the need for closures. Figures released by the authority show just how […]

London Luton Airport
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Luton Airport ground staff secure 7.5 per cent pay rise after union negotiations

April 28, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton Airport ground staff secure 7.5 per cent pay rise after union negotiations

More than 180 ground handling workers at Luton Airport have secured a 7.5 per cent pay rise after threatening strike action. Staff employed by GH Luton Ground Handling Services, who provide services for Wizz Air […]

RadioLAB won seven awards at the Student Radio Association’s Amplify Awards.
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Radio LaB wins seven national awards after standout year for students

April 22, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Radio LaB wins seven national awards after standout year for students

A student-run radio station in Luton is celebrating a major national success after picking up seven awards at this year’s Student Radio Association Amplify Awards. Radio LaB, based at the University of Bedfordshire, took home […]

Bussing Out
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New exhibition shines light on hidden history of school dispersal

April 21, 2026 Music and arts desk 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 […]

Vauxhall workers
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New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

April 20, 2026 Music and arts desk 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 […]

Luton Henge Festival by Revoluton Arts & Chiltern National Landscape
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Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’

April 20, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’

A community-built landmark in Marsh Farm will once again take centre stage this summer as Luton Henge Festival returns for a second year. The free event, taking place across Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August, […]

Children play on the new Wigmore Park play area equipment
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New skatepark and play area open at Wigmore Valley Park

April 17, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on New skatepark and play area open at Wigmore Valley Park

Families and young people in Luton can now enjoy a major upgrade to Wigmore Valley Park, with a new skatepark and children’s play area officially opening to the public. The improvements, delivered by Luton Rising, […]

Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
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Resident doctors’ strike to disrupt services at Luton & Dunstable Hospital

April 2, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Resident doctors’ strike to disrupt services at Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Patients using Luton and Dunstable University Hospital are being warned that services could be disrupted next week as resident doctors take part in a six-day national strike. The walkout, organised by the British Medical Association, […]

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    Myles Smith dedicates new short film with Stephen Graham to Luton Hospital as debut album on course for No.1

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    Three major new Stacey Dooley documentaries announced tackling abuse, addiction and military failings

    June 17, 2026 Comments Off on Three major new Stacey Dooley documentaries announced tackling abuse, addiction and military failings
    Luton-born documentary maker Stacey Dooley is set to front three new BBC documentaries examining some of the UK’s most difficult and controversial issues. The award-winning presenter and filmmaker will return to BBC Three and iPlayer [...]
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