Wider pavements and fewer cars planned for the West End

Plans to permanently widen pavements along parts of the West End to make more space for pedestrians have been shown off by the local business group.
Subject to planning approvals, the scheme could see both Charing Cross Road and St Martin’s Lane pavements widened and new planting added, cleaner wider pedestrian spaces between Green Park and Piccadilly. The scheme could also see a new arts quarter created in the back streets to the south of Leicester Square.
The proposals are being put forw