The next phase in Sadiq Khan?s plans to revamp transport and cut reliance on cars. London mayor Sadiq Khan announced yesterday that the city will act more boldly to reduce reliance on cars, and ban the construction of new parking spaces in large parts of the city.
The broad strokes of his draft city plan include banning the creation of new parking for residential construction, as well as stopping new offices from adding commuter or visitor parking. Spaces for disabled drivers would still be allowed, and the creation of additional bike parking would be greatly increased.
"To secure the future health and prosperity of our city, we need to be bolder in encouraging people to reduce their reliance on cars,? Khan said to the Evening Standard. "It?s essential for dealing with congestion as London?s population grows, and crucial for reducing our toxic air pollution emissions.
My draft #LondonPlan will double the amount of cycle parking in many parts of London, helping millions of people to reduce their reliance on cars. https://t.co/MNiSwt1i5t? Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) November 28, 2017

Khan?s proposal represents his latest move to revamp the city?s transportation system. Last month, London introduced a £10 T-Charge, or ?toxicity charge,? a fine for vehicles that enter the city center without meeting certain emissions standards. Khan has been a strong proponent of cycling, dedicating millions to fund the installation of a network of cycling superhighways in ...