Opinion

 

 

Airport abandons their costly response to the government's silly question

7th July 2007 by Martin Howes

The operators of London Luton Airport have abandoned their "Master Plan". An excellent decision for the environment. A good decision for the town's economy. And probably a wise business decision for the operator.  More

 

Don't blame Martin Howes. Blame the burpin' fartin' cows.

1st July 2007 by Martin Howes

Gases emitted by cattle make a bigger contribution to global warming than the CO2 from cars. I'm cutting down on the beefburgers, as well as keeping my car mileage low. 

 

Busway is important for our growing conurbation

15th June 2007 by Martin Howes

As the economy of Luton and Dunstable continue to grow and the conurbation's population also grows, then more public transport is needed. The busway scheme formally known as Translink Express is an important part of the answer.  More

 

Identity doesn't have to be a single choice

29th May 2007 by Martin Howes

What region does Luton belong to? The East of England? The home counties? The South East? The Milton Keynes / South Midlands growth area? Or all of these?  More