Oxford Street to ban traffic by 'end of summer'

"Following strong support from Londoners and businesses, I've asked the team to move at pace with plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street this summer so we can deliver a vibrant, world-class, accessible destination. I want this stretch of Oxford Street to be transformed into a pedestrian plaza a space designed to host world-class events, from sport to culture and fashion, as well as exciting new retail and leisure experiences."

"The west stretch of Oxford Street will be closed to private motorised vehicles, buses, taxis and private hire vehicles, cycles, scooters and pedicabs. Once the changes are made, the mayor wants to create a new events space from this year. There are also plans for more trees and greenery and new rest areas for people to sit down and for children to play."

"The scheme was designed to ensure emergency services could access the street at all times and servicing vehicles could enter the traffic-free area overnight. In the coming months, we'll work to implement changes to the roads around Oxford Street to allow for proposed bus changes to be implemented and begin work along Oxford Street to prepare the road for pedestrianisation."

London's mayor has approved plans to pedestrianize a central section of Oxford Street, banning private motorized vehicles, buses, taxis, private hire vehicles, cycles, scooters, and pedicabs. Work will begin immediately with completion targeted for summer's end. The traffic-free zone will feature new events spaces, trees, greenery, and rest areas for sitting and children's play. Safety measures include CCTV, signage, and lighting installation. Emergency services and overnight servicing vehicles retain access. The scheme aims to transform Oxford Street into a world-class destination hosting events and retail experiences.

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