EXPLORETime Out London · 3h ago
First look: Oxford Street is officially traffic-free

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London has officially implemented a full traffic ban on Oxford Street, removing all buses and taxis from the district. This major urban redesign aims to transform the city's primary shopping corridor into a dedicated pedestrian zone.
- 01Motorized vehicles including buses and black cabs are now prohibited from Oxford Street
- 02The thoroughfare has undergone a comprehensive aesthetic and structural redesign for pedestrians
- 03Transit routes and taxi access points have been permanently relocated to surrounding areas
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London Business News: Executive Guide →AI-generated summary · Verify at source
London’s most famous shopping street has banished buses and black cabs, and it’s got a brand-new look to go with it