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A brief history of Vauxhall in Luton
Vauxhall Motors parent company Stellantis has announced plans to close its van-making factory in Luton - ending almost 120 years of the company in the town.
The news puts over 1,000 jobs at risk.
Paul Hammond from the Luton's Heritage Forum takes a look at the impact the manufacturer has had on the town and the people who live there.
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