‘I feel perfectly safe’: white Lutonians on the town’s supposed no-go zones
Summary
A Conservative politician claimed parts of Luton are “no-go zones” for white people, sparking criticism from locals. Residents and workers in the town say they feel safe and describe Luton as a diverse and multicultural place.Key Facts
- Blake Stephenson, a Conservative MP, said some areas of Luton are dangerous and white people avoid them.
- These claims were strongly rejected by local residents and community members.
- Luton has a large minority population; the 2021 census showed 54.8% of people there are from ethnic minorities.
- The town has connections to far-right activist Tommy Robinson and the English Defence League (EDL).
- Residents say that despite past incidents, the town feels safe and welcoming to different groups.
- A small group of Islamist activists once protested against a military parade, but they are a tiny minority.
- Experts say far-right and Islamist tensions have been used to create a negative image of Luton.
- Local people emphasize Luton’s diversity and the strong community atmosphere in places like Bury Park.
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