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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Mayor Moves Forward with Oxford Street Traffic Ban Despite Concerns
Caption: Mayor Moves Forward with Oxford Street Traffic Ban Despite Concerns. The mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, is pushing forward with plans to pedestrianise part of Oxford Street, citing support from two-thirds of the public. A 0.7-mile stretch between Oxford Circus and Marble Arch would be the focus of the traffic ban, with further changes possible. Local council leader Adam Hug acknowledges the challenges but says progress is crucial for Oxford Street’s future. Oxford Street, a key London destination, sees 500,000 visitors daily, but residents and business owners have voiced concerns about the plan's impact. Tim Lord from the Soho Society questions the unaddressed issues of traffic diversion and the impact on nearby areas like Marylebone and Fitzrovia. Public support for pedestrianisation is higher among visitors (62%) than local business owners (19%) and residents (34%). Sir Sadiq Khan aims to rejuvenate Oxford Street, creating a world-class pedestrian avenue to attract international visitors and boost the economy. Taxi associations express concerns, arguing the plans would worsen congestion and exclude disabled access. While opposition remains, Westminster City Council has worked with the mayor’s office to ensure the project better meets the needs of businesses and residents. Critics argue the mayor’s plan ignores the balance between local councils’ control and the potential negative impacts on the street’s access and safety. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Oxford Street,pedestrianisation,traffic ban,Sir Sadiq Khan,public support,local council,congestion,disabled access,retail investment,mayor’s plans,London transport,visitor tourism,city development,Urban planning,public infrastructure,traffic management,tourism,local governance,pedestrian infrastructure,retail economy,London,local business concerns,public safety,policy impact
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