"I am delighted to be moving forward with my bold vision to transform Oxford Street into a world-leading urban space for shopping, leisure and outdoor events."
"London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been working towards a car-free Oxford Street since 2017. Sir Sadiq officially unveiled plans for pedestrianisation in 2024 and last September the shopping district went totally car-free for a day, with street food stalls and live music to boot."
"Following two rounds of consultation, Khan gave pedestrianisation plans final approval yesterday (February 26). The plan will turn much of the iconic road into a walkable street, with vehicles banned and buses diverted. Additional cycle routes will be constructed around the shopping district."
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has given final approval to pedestrianize Oxford Street, London's busiest shopping street, after years of planning since 2017. The project will ban vehicles and divert buses while adding cycle routes around the district. Construction begins in coming months and is expected to complete by late 2027, with vehicles potentially banned by September 2026. A trial car-free day in September demonstrated the concept with street food and live music. Public consultation showed 63 percent of Londoners supported the plans, with approximately 2,700 responses to traffic diversion consultations. Westminster Council secured improvements to ensure the proposals better serve local residents and businesses.
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