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- The Oxford Street Development Corporation will pedestrianise a 0.7-mile stretch of Oxford Street starting 26 October 2026.
- Cars, buses, taxis and bicycles will be banned between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street.
- The £150 million project will be funded by advertising, sponsorship, philanthropy and borrowing.
- By spring 2027, the zone will gain over 50 trees, 100 seats, improved lighting and CCTV.