Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

Oxford Street is one of the world's most famous high streets. Pedestrianisation can help unlock its full potential, creating a safer, greener and more vibrant destination for shoppers, visitors and businesses alike.

Today marks the transformation of one of the most iconic streets in the world. Oxford Street is now traffic-free. Here’s why that matters for Londoners.

Last night, the nation’s high street went traffic-free - just in time for Christmas.

Today, Oxford Street got its sparkle back. A street once dominated by traffic is becoming a place for people to spend time, meet, explore and enjoy.

London's most famous shopping street just got a lot more walkable. I can't wait to see people make the most of it.

This is what nearly a kilometre of opportunity looks like. For Londoners, visitors and the businesses that call Oxford Street home.

Oxford Street. Reimagined.

Oxford Street has always evolved. Now it's time to evolve again. This transformation is about securing the future of our nation’s high street as one of the world's leading destinations for shopping, culture and entertainment. Here's why it matters.

I've always believed Oxford Street could be so much more than a road. Today we begin a new chapter as the nation’s high street goes traffic free, creating a place where people can spend time, enjoy the atmosphere and experience the very best of our city.

Cities are defined by the choices they make about space. Today, London chose people. Oxford Street's transformation is under way.

A new era for Oxford Street starts now.

More and more businesses are opening up on Oxford Street - a boost in confidence in the nation’s high street. www.ft.com/content/73a2...

There's no better place to celebrate New Year's Eve than in London. Tickets for the capital's world-famous fireworks are now available but they’re selling fast. Book yours today.

We're turning the tide on violence. When I launched my Violence Reduction Unit, it was built on a simple belief: prevention works. One million Londoners reached later, the results speak for themselves.

If this isn't a wake up call, I don't know what is.

Brexit has been catastrophic. It's time to rejoin the EU.

Thanks to our efforts, Stratford International is much closer to welcoming international trains by 2030. Direct links to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam would bring jobs, investment and new opportunities to east London and beyond. It's time for Stratford International to live up to its name.

A new era for the nation’s high street starts in two days. Nearly a kilometre of Oxford Street will become traffic-free, creating more space for people and marking the beginning of its biggest transformation in a generation.

Tackling antisemitism means more than responding after incidents occur. We must challenge prejudice before it takes hold. That's why City Hall has invested £17m through the Shared Endeavour Fund, supporting groups like the Anne Frank Trust to educate young people and build resilience against hate.

The wait is over 🎆 Tickets for London's iconic New Year's Eve fireworks are ON SALE NOW. Join Londoners and visitors from around the world on the banks of the Thames to welcome 2027. Book yours before they're gone:

South London knows talent when it sees it. Huge congratulations to Raye on winning the Mercury Prize. As someone who also grew up in Tooting, it's great to see a fellow south Londoner who started out in our community take home one of music's biggest honours.

We cannot allow the devastating legacy of transatlantic slavery to be forgotten. We’re supporting 10 community groups across the city to explore this history and help create a network of memorials linked to The Wake, London’s new Memorial to Victims of Transatlantic Slavery.

One million Londoners reached. Thousands fewer victims of violence. Our @london-vru.bsky.social is helping turn the tide, with hospital admissions for young people injured in knife assaults down 55% since 2019. This shows what prevention can achieve, but there’s more to do.

A room full of people celebrating one simple idea: back young Londoners and they'll go far. In the 10 years I’ve been patron, the Mayor's Fund for London has supported more than 500,000 young people and invested £30m in communities across our city.

London is full of businesses with big ideas, they just need funding and investment. Our £70 million fund will help close that gap, allowing them to achieve their ambitions.

Good news: The latest ONS crime stats show that theft from the person (e.g. phone theft) was driven down by 24% over the last year.. Robbery of personal property was driven down 12%. Our hard work and record funding from City Hall is paying off.

Not every young person has a shortcut to success. Growing up on a council estate, the support around me mattered. That’s why I’m investing in youth clubs across London and opening more doors for young people.

Stratford is one of London's best-connected transport hubs. Adding international rail services would take that connectivity even further, linking East London and beyond directly to Europe while supporting jobs, tourism and growth.

The route is out and it's a brilliant showcase for our city. When the Tour de France Femmes rolls into London, millions worldwide will get a front-row seat to the very best of what London has to offer.

The countdown is on. London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale in less than 24 hours. Sign up now to get notified when tickets go live.

Shoplifting is not a victimless crime. It harms businesses, workers and communities, and those responsible must face the full force of the law. Backed by record City Hall investment, the Met is working with retailers and partners to crack down on shoplifting and protect London's high streets.

Thank you to everyone who joined me and London Assembly Members for People’s Question Time Islington last night. Hearing directly from Londoners is so important, and I’m grateful to everyone who came along to share the issues that matter to them and their communities.

Have your say on London’s future, from wherever you are. People’s Question Time is live from Islington on Wednesday 21 October, 7–9pm, and you can join the discussion online. Register for free now.

The London Aquatics Centre was built for the biggest names in swimming. Soon, it'll welcome them back. Delighted we're hosting the final leg of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup. It's yet another reminder that London is the sporting capital of the world.

There has been a concerning rise in fires caused by e-bike and e-scooter batteries across London. The London Fire Brigade is urging Londoners to take extra care when charging and storing batteries. Always use approved chargers, buy from reputable retailers and keep escape routes clear.

Notting Hill’s greatest strength has always been its people. From artists to community champions, the people who give this neighbourhood its distinct identity are being celebrated through Frieze London. Their stories help define not just Notting Hill, but London itself.

No one should face abuse or violence because of their faith. Following these despicable assaults in Stamford Hill, I want to reassure our Jewish communities that police have made an arrest, are investigating and have increased patrols. Anyone with information should contact the police immediately.

London was once an industrial powerhouse. Now an industrial revival is taking place. From jet engine components to green energy technology, a new wave of industry is taking shape in the heart of our city, attracting investment, driving innovation and creating good jobs for Londoners.