This week (Tuesday 20 May), a newly formed taskforce convened its first official meeting to address the significant economic and social impact of the Vauxhall closure. The Minister for Industry delivered the opening address.
The Safer School Journeys campaign has launched with the aim to make the commute to and from school safer, encourage parents and pupils to lead healthier lifestyles and prevent accidents near schools.
A
joint statement from Luton Council and Luton Council of Faiths.
Cllr Hazel
Simmons MBE, Leader of Luton Council, said: “The tragic events and loss of
innocent lives in Indian-administered and Pakistan-administered Kashmiri
regions and in parts of Pakistan over the last couple of weeks have affected
many in our community. Last night’s attacks will be particularly distressing
as they took place in an area that is home to family and friends of many
people in Luton.
Pop-up public living rooms will start appearing around Luton later this month, offering residents a break from the fast pace of everyday life and a chance to chill out and have a chat with their neighbours.
Luton Council is delighted to announce special VE Day celebrations on Saturday 10 May and Sunday 11 May, featuring a rare Churchill tank exhibit that pays homage to Vauxhall's significant contribution to the World War II effort.
The annual Luton Employability Day is returning in 2025 with over 20 exhibitors showcasing the education, training and employment opportunities available for Luton’s young people.
Yesterday (22 April), four Luton schools selected for the government’s early adopter phase of its free breakfast pilot scheme officially launched their breakfast clubs.