Assembly to hear residents’ views on Oxford Street pedestrianisation
In September 2024, the Mayor of London announced renewed plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street.1 A consultation on the proposals, including the potential establishment of a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the area, was launched in February.
Once established, MDCs are controlled by the Mayor and can have a range of powers – including becoming the planning authority for their area. With a two-thirds majority vote, the London Assembly has the power to veto the designation of a Mayoral Development Area – a necessary step for the Mayor to take before an MDC is established.
Tomorrow, the Planning and Regeneration Committee will meet with residents’ groups to hear their views on the Mayor of London’s plans.
Members will hear from residents’ groups during a walkabout, taking in Orchard Street, Marble Arch, Wigmore Street and Mortimer Street.
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Location: 10 Picton Place, London, W1U 1BW
Date: Wednesday 23 April 2025
Time: 10.30am-12pm
Interviewees will include:
- Andrew Boff AM, Chair of the Planning and Regeneration Committee
- Tim Lord, Soho Society (WASF Chair)
Notes to editors
- Mayor of London: https://www.london.gov.uk/mayor-london-and-government-announce-bold-plans-transform-oxford-street
- Andrew Boff AM, Chair of the Planning and Regeneration Committee, is available for interview.
- Find out more about the London Assembly Planning and Regeneration Committee.
- As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.
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