Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to pedestrianize Oxford Street after receiving strong support from local residents. The initiative will involve closing sections to traffic, specifically from Oxford Circus to Portland Street in the east and to the western edge by Selfridges, with a projected cost of £150 million. The project could take until 2027 or longer. Khan emphasized the necessity for phased development and extensive consultations to rejuvenate this iconic street, aiming to attract international visitors and boost local businesses.
"These are North Korean-type results. It's quite remarkable. Somebody is going to rename me Kim [Jong Un] soon, but I am really pleased and proud."
"Oxford Street has suffered over many years so urgent action is needed to give our nation's high street a new lease of life."
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