With the special bank holiday to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throne taking place on 2 and 3 June, Lutonians across the town will be joining in the festivities and fun, as well as joining in the International Carnival. Roughly 30 street parties will also be taking place as people take the opportunity to be part of this momentous historic occasion for the nation.
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Farida finds a new future on the Luton DART project
Two years ago, Farida was keen to get a new career under way after having a family. Having previously worked in retail management, she wanted to use her excellent organisational skills.
Farida was interested in construction but didn’t know how to find an entry point. The answer arrived via our pioneering Luton DART project.
Excellent engagement on consultation on proposed expansion of London Luton Airport
From 8 February until 4 April, Luton Rising held a statutory consultation on the long-term proposals to increase the capacity of the airport to 32 million passengers per year, by building a new terminal and making the best use of the existing runway.
Over 357 trees planted across Luton
The Peace Garden, a wonderful community led and driven initiative to plant trees in memory of those in Luton who have lost their lives to Covid, continues its planting across Luton.
Women’s Aid Luton
Luton mum Shameya was attending a local mental health wellbeing group when her facilitator became concerned that she may be experiencing domestic abuse at home.
Shameya’s partner would not allow her to have any control over the parenting of their children and she was not allowed to see family and friends. She was restricted to her bedroom, and only allowed into the kitchen to cook meals for her partner and children.
St George’s Day celebrations make an exciting return to the town
Luton Rising is delighted by the announcement of the welcome return of the popular St George’s Day celebrations, to be held in Market Hill and St George’s Square this year by Luton Council.
Ahmed’s career takes off with a Luton DART apprenticeship
“Of all my friends, I have the best job – I’m in the best team, on the best project! I can’t wait to see how far I can go in this industry.” said by Ahmed Al Hjowj
These are the words of 19 year-old Ahmed Al Hjowj, a former engineering student at Luton’s further education institute Barnfield College, who is now an apprentice on the pioneering Luton DART fast transit construction programme.
Happy St Patrick’s Day from Luton Rising
This St Patrick’s Day we are delighted to have partnered with the Luton Irish Forum to organise the Luton St Patrick’s Festival, running from 12th – 17th March 2022.
Have your say, your way
Luton Rising’s public consultation about the proposed long-term expansion of London Luton Airport is into its fourth week.
London Luton Airport operator commits to Net Zero
Declaration’, a commitment from over 35 European countries and 146 aviation industry stakeholders to transition to Net Zero emissions by 2050.









