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Council & Politics · WestminsterOxford Street pedestrianisation set to go traffic‑free in October
Transport for London says work on the Oxford Street pedestrian scheme will start soon, with the first section expected to close to traffic in October 2026. Westminster’s Conservative leader claims the mayor shortcut the process, while the government confirmed no assessment was needed.
Westminster3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 32
Business · LondonUK’s largest Harry Potter shop to open at 134-140 Oxford Street on 4 November
The flagship store, occupying two floors at 134-140 Oxford Street, will open on 4 November 2026. Warner Bros promises a Ukrainian Ironbelly Dragon, a full-sized Knight Bus and a themed pub serving Butterbeer, aiming to draw half a million daily visitors to the West End.
London4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 44 · Hype 15
Business · WestminsterM&S invests £700m in store revamp starting with Oxford Street’s Pantheon
Marks & Spencer has completed a £700 million investment plan, beginning with the Pantheon store on Oxford Street. The 10-storey rebuild, approved after legal challenges, includes offices and a gym. Food sales rose 16% in the latest quarter, but profits fell to £671 million last year.
Westminster5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 30