London Introduces Car-Free Streets as Lockdown Eases


Cyclist and pedestrians on London Bridge, London, UK, River Thames and Tower Bridge on the background. Image via Shutterstock/ By Alena Veasey

Cyclist and pedestrians on London Bridge, London, UK, River Thames and Tower Bridge on the background. Image via Shutterstock/ By Alena Veasey

After Milan and Paris, London has announced its plans to transform large areas in the city, converting streets to car-free zones, as the coronavirus lockdown loosens up. Repurposing the city for people, London aims to emerge differently from the pandemic, supporting a low-carbon and sustainable recovery. Works have already started and are expected to be completed within six weeks.

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