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“A Voice for Change”, Baroness Doreen Lawrence. OBE, speaks at the University of Bedfordshire

Baroness Doreen Lawrence, OBE, the mother of Stephen Lawrence, a young black man tragically murdered in London 30 years ago, emphasised the role that racial relations play in tackling inequalities within British schools. As part of the ongoing "An Evening With" public lecture series at the University of Bedfordshire, Baroness Lawrence delivered an inspiring talk titled "A Legacy of Hope and Change." Her journey to the forefront of advocacy began […]

todayOctober 20, 2023 54 2

Featured

Celebrating Nigeria’s Independence: A Vibrant Cultural Exhibition in Luton, Bedfordshire.

Luton, Bedfordshire, came alive with the spirit of unity and celebration as the Nigeria Bedfordshire Community commemorated 63 years of independence from its former British colonial rule. The event, which took place on September 30, 2023, at Futures House in Marsh Farm, saw a delightful blend of local authorities, businesses, exhibitors representing diverse communities, cultural showcases, enlightening talks, and invaluable networking opportunities.   The celebration, extending through to Independence Day […]

todayOctober 1, 2023 75 2

Featured

Luton DART celebrates 1 million passengers in just 147 days since launch!

Luton DART celebrates 1 million passengers in just 147 days since launch! Luton (Direct-Air-Rail-Transit ) reached it 1 million passengers on Monday 21 August with Mr Wouter Ruffen, originally from the Netherlands, who has been backpacking around Europe, and was en route to a flight from London Luton to Amsterdam, Wouter had bought a contactless ticket to the airport from London St Pancras International which included the Luton DART connection […]

todaySeptember 1, 2023 63 2 2

Interview

Malu Lusadisu, From my mum’s cooking lessons to Ruby’s restaurant in Luton.

Malu is a chef and owner of Ruby’s restaurant named after his daughter. He grew up in London, established himself in Luton for the past 13 years, and made it his town where he thought of running both family and the restaurant. I’ve dedicated a large part of my life to cooking. It’s my passion! Most of the happy memories from my childhood are cooking for my family. I’ve managed several businesses in Luton, including mechanics, but I landed in […]

todayJune 15, 2023 146

AUK Radio

Inspirational headteacher, Ian Douglas, building a long-lasting legacy for Luton children.

Luton Chiltern Academy, which has more than 1,168 students, is part of Chiltern Learning Trust, a variety of multi-academy for local and national organisations. The Academy, opened in 2018 in temporary accommodation, relocated a year later to a £ 20 million purpose-built school building in Luton Gipsy Lane. Ian Douglas, headteacher of this outstanding academy is committed to excellent standards of teaching and learning and helping raise the attainment of all local students. 1. What has been your path into […]

todayMay 24, 2023 165

Luton

“Global Luton Party” for King’s Coronation

There will be a whole weekend of celebrations in Luton for the Coronation of King Charles III next month, with free events for all the family organised by Luton Council. On Saturday, May 6, St George’s Square will be home to Our Global Luton Party, including a colourful parade of young people and volunteers from across Luton celebrating the different countries with links to Luton. The parade will be followed by a screening of the coronation on a big screen […]

todayApril 20, 2023 150 1

Luton

Community Cleaning

Littering and fly tipping has become such a prevalent issue within cities and towns across the UK, that community organisations have been joining together with the assistance of local volunteers to try to take control and clean up our environment. One of the groups, ABCD in Luton, has joined forces with Love Luton to form the ‘Keep Luton Tidy’ campaign.  The main goal set out by these two groups was […]

todayFebruary 22, 2023 108 3

Luton

King Charles III will visit Luton

King Charles III will visit Luton next week Tuesday for first time as monarch. Upon arrival, His Majesty the King will be greeted at The Town Hall by Mrs Susan Lousada, Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire and Councillor Sameera Saleem, Mayor of Luton. The King will have the opportunity to meet with local community leaders and voluntary organisations including representatives from The Ghana Society, Royal British Legion, the Luton Town Football […]

todayNovember 30, 2022 184 1

National News

Bedfordshire Police building the next generation

Bedfordshire Police teamed up with Luton Sixth Form College to inspire students from the criminology department on new approach of detectives and forensic scientists. According to Luton Sixth Form College Principal, Altar Hussain, “...the weekly sessions with specialists from Bedfordshire Police are part of Criminology course. ... Thank you to everyone involved for making this experience possible. We are really excited to develop this partnership further". Bedfordshire Police Acting Chief […]

todayNovember 25, 2022 165

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