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Khan Closes Oxford Street Traffic to Create Jobs, Boost Shopping

By Drooid · Oct 26, 2026, 2:51 PM UTC · How we work

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Mayor Sadiq Khan closed a 1-km stretch of Oxford Street to traffic on Oct. 26, 2026.
The pedestrian zone runs between Selfridges and IKEA stores.
Officials say the change will restore Oxford Street as a top global shopping destination.
Mayor Khan said the project will create jobs and boost economic growth.
Housing minister Angela Rayner called the scheme greener, more vibrant and supportive of jobs.

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Mayor Sadiq Khan closed a 1-km stretch of Oxford Street to traffic on Oct. 26, 2026.
The pedestrian zone runs between Selfridges and IKEA stores.
Officials say the change will restore Oxford Street as a top global shopping destination.
Mayor Khan said the project will create jobs and boost economic growth.
Housing minister Angela Rayner called the scheme greener, more vibrant and supportive of jobs.