Luton fireworks display cancelled to prevent a coronavirus outbreak

Luton Council has cancelled this year's fireworks display on Popes Meadow due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Hazel Simmons MBE, leader of the council said: “The display was planned to take place on the first Saturday of November and we know that residents will be disappointed.

"However, in order to keep everyone safe and in line with the rules laid out by central Government to help prevent any further spread of Covid 19, continuing with the event would be impossible.”

The hugely popular display - sponsored by London Luton Airport Ltd - attracts a large crowd and is a key event in Luton’s diary.

Last year saw the introduction of additional entertainment with dance performances by Tina’s School of Dance, Next Generation Youth Theatre and Warriorz, and poetry by Lee Nelson. The event was compared by local children’s entertainer, Aaron Spendelow.