Stretch of London's Oxford Street becomes pedestrian-only

• A nearly one-kilometre stretch of Oxford Street between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street will be pedestrianised from Monday.
• All vehicles, buses, taxis, cycles, and pedicabs are now banned from the zone, with deliveries restricted to between midnight and 7am.
• Mayor of London Lord Sadiq Khan hailed the bold vision as a momentous occasion to boost economic growth and revitalise the West End.
• The scheme is backed by major retailers such as Selfridges and John Lewis, though critics warn of potential traffic congestion on nearby roads.
• This initial phase forms part of a wider transformation set to introduce new public squares, trees, seating, and lighting by spring 2027.

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