Oxford Street begins transition to vehicle-free zone
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Oxford Street begins transition to vehicle-free zone

1 hour ago · Originally published 26 Oct 2026 8/10 Original headline: How will pedestrianisation of UK’s most famous shopping street work in practice?
A 0.6-mile stretch of Oxford Street is closing to all motorised traffic and bicycles as part of a £150m government-backed pedestrianisation scheme. The project aims to improve air quality and create a more accessible city centre, serving as a significant case study for urban planners across the UK and beyond.
Source: The Guardian UK Greater London
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