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Luton Investment Framework October - December 2018 LBC Luton Investment Framework October - December 2018 www.luton.gov.uk/LIF LBC Luton Investment Framework | Quarterly Review | October - December 2018 It was also a time when progress continued with the local economy. Consultations, and planning applications were submitted for developments which will make a diference to the landscape of 2018: the town as well as provide much needed housing. It was also a key time for our The year so far… focus on skilling up people so they can improve their prospects, in particular in It has been a really busy end of the growth sectors such as construction. the year with growth, progress With partners, we also continued our and positive steps in many areas. project to help our young people develop awareness of job opportunities and what is The early part of this period saw a number required of them so they are attractive to of community events where residents had employers. the chance to air their views about topics important to them as well as opportunities for some local groups to secure funding for projects important to them. We also had events taking place in the town - the occasion to refect and remember the 2 Great War, the popular half marathon and freworks and the switch on of the lights at Christmas. All brought diferent generations and communities together. Finally the launch of a campaign which celebrated Luton through its many voices was a real chance to see how proud our residents are of our town. Once again there have been many, well- deserved acknowledgements across a number of areas with awards highlighting successes in sustainable travel, fostering as well as at the hugely important Luton’s Best Awards. We were recognised also for the important work to improve animal Cllr Hazel Simmons MBE welfare in the town. Leader of Luton Council LBC October The council’s dog warden team was awarded a Platinum PawPrint Award in recognition of winning continuous gold awards for five years in a row. Luton’s superfast broadband coverage hit The RSPCA PawPrint’s Awards recognise and 99.5% with some parts of the town achieving celebrate public service organisations that 100%. go above and beyond to ensure high animal Councillors approved a contribution of welfare standards in their communities, such £180,000 three years ago towards superfast as initiatives to see more stray dogs safely into broadband in Luton and this investment kennels and reunited with their owners. unlocked an additional £180,000 investment 3 Only pioneering local authorities, housing from the government’s Broadband Delivery providers and other public service UK (BDUK) funding. organisations across England are recognised The project is delivered in partnership with through the scheme. Central Bedfordshire, Bedford Borough and Milton Keynes councils, as well as BT and BDUK. Its aim is to bring access to superfast broadband (up to 30MB) to approximately Manor Road Park was officially re-opened 99% of homes and businesses in Luton. by Deputy Mayor, Cllr Mark Rivers following extensive improvement works to the River Lea that runs through the park. The works were carried out by Affinity Water in 2020 Developments (Luton) Ltd, the property collaboration with the council, The Luton arm of Luton Town Football Club completed Lea River Catchment Partnership and The the purchase of freehold interests in Power Environment Agency. Court from the council, meaning it now owns The concrete steps and the channel were the entire Power Court site. replaced with a new meandering river channel created to reconnect the river to its natural food plain, which will help ease food water further downstream. Diferent The Total Wellbeing Luton integrated sections were established to enable fsh wellness service formally launched at to spawn and rest and new river banks Inspire. The service has already supported were created to support a better variety of 4,500 residents to improve their physical plants and wildlife. and emotional wellbeing. Luton Investment Framework | Quarterly Review | October - December 2018 LBC Luton Investment Framework | Quarterly Review | October - December 2018 Active Luton launched its Go4Less Advantage card offering reduced price access to gym, swimming and group fitness classes during off peak hours to people on benefits, pension credit, disability or other allowances. There was an excellent turn out at the Challney Let’s Talk meeting held at the Chaul End Centre where local residents met with their ward councillors to discuss issues of local concern. Nearly 40 residents attended and had the opportunity to have an open and frank discussion on issues such as licensing, speeding along Dunstable Road and generic highway issues. Let’s Talk meetings are held in wards across the town offering local residents the chance to meet together and share their Foxhall Homes held a public consultation views on issues of common concern. event to seek views on the proposed mixed tenure development on land known as 4 Wandon Park, and to provide improved public open space on the adjoining field. Luton Council Housing Strategy 2019-2022 The event was well attended, and feedback from the public has further shaped the plans for the proposed development. As Luton is a growing town to support the wider investment, wellbeing and economic development, additional housing is essential. A further public consultation will be held in www.luton.gov.uk February, where the public will be able to see how their comments have shaped the Strategic Community Services (SCS) and the proposed development. Housing Strategy and Development Team joined forces for a morning of networking and consultation on the council’s Housing Strategy 2019 - 2022. Outline planning consent was granted Over 50 stakeholders from statutory and third for the proposed development of 100 sector organisations participated in the event. apartments on the site of the former car Partnership working, networking and sign park at Taylor Street. The apartments will posting were key to the success of the event. be a mix of one, two and three bedroom It concluded with a stakeholders consultation homes for market sale and affordable rent. event with presentations on homelessness and the Rough Sleepers Project in Luton. LBC When business, communities and the council A small but very interactive session took place work together, a lot can be achieved in just when Leagrave residents met with their local one day. SCS organised another corporate ward councillors at their Let’s Talk meeting at volunteering day to give local Kingsway 61FC St. Luke’s Church Hall. A specifc delegation a facelift inside and out. The project was a attended from the Toddington Road area of collaboration between Beds FA and 30 staff the ward to debate a local issue. from TUI. The day included tackling grafti, refreshing As a result it was agreed a themed meeting changing rooms, and repainting external walls would take place with council ofcers present of the pavilion. Local residents were pleased to address the subject and share with the to see these much needed works carried out residents what actions had been taken to and commented on how it had improved the date. overall look of the area. 5 To see the day’s photos and transformation courtesy of Andy Parrott from TUI visit www.luton.gov.uk/volunteering Following the successful launch of the new Flying Start volunteer programme, over 90 expressions of interest were received over 90 expressions of interest from community members interested in becoming a volunteer. Over half of them have now started their Luton Against Sexual Exploitation (LASE) was journey by attending workshops and launched by Gavin Shuker MP. It took place training, with nine already trained as ICAN at the Turning Off The Red Light event which Communication Ambassadors, promoting was held at Luton based charity Azalea. the importance of speech and language Azalea aims to support women and children development in early years. caught in sexual exploitation. LASE will bring The collaboration between Flying Start, together agencies and community members Luton Council’s Volunteer team and to tackle the issue, by ensuring individuals Adult Community Learning, supports the subject to sexual exploitation are supported, recruitment and training programme. combating demand from sex buyers and Trained volunteers receive a toolkit holding perpetrators to account. specifc to the role and access to a range LASE is a ground breaking new partnership of ongoing training. committed to ending commercial sexual For more information visit www. exploitation in our community. The message to any man considering buying sex in Luton is fyingstartluton.com/getting-involved/ clear: paying for sex is abuse. Luton Investment Framework | Quarterly Review | October - December 2018 LBC Luton Investment Framework | Quarterly Review | October - December 2018 Local residents from Crawley, Round Green, The ‘Many Voices, One Town’ campaign Stopsley and Wigmore wards attended the was launched which showcases how young Let’s Talk meeting held at Ramridge Primary Lutonian’s lead the way in celebrating the School. Following the individual ward town. The campaign films featured the stories meetings a plenary themed session was held of eight inspiring young people talking about on the growth of London Luton Airport with the pride they have in Luton, and how they the Leader of the Council Cllr Hazel Simmons each contribute to the town. MBE, Cllr Andy Malcolm (Portfolio holder for Finance and Chair of the Board of Directors of It is hoped the campaign will inspire more London Luton Airport Limited), Trevor Holden local people to think about and celebrate (Chief Executive) and Robin Porter (Corporate what makes Luton great. Director – Customer & Commercial). Working in partnership with organisations, Over 100 residents attended with excellent schools and communities across Luton, the dialogue with councillors and ofcers. The campaign celebrates the town’s many voices, Leader of the Council and East Luton ward councillors promised a follow up meeting once 6 demonstrating how they come together to create a town people can be proud of.
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