Newscast The Sadiq Khan Interview
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Jan 12, 2026 Sir Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London and former MP, joins the discussion to defend London's safety, highlighting the drop in homicide rates. He addresses the challenges posed by critics like Trump, emphasizing the city's enduring strengths. Khan advocates for better social media regulation, pointing out its benefits and harms, and calls for stricter online safety measures. He also discusses the importance of aligning with the EU for trade, considering its implications for both the UK and U.S. deals.
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Phased Oxford Street Pedestrianisation
- The Oxford Street pedestrianisation will be done in phases starting near Oxford Circus.
- Khan frames it as revitalising retail, leisure and tourism after decades of decline and pandemic effects.
Falling Homicides Linked To Public-Health Strategy
- London recorded its lowest per-capita homicide rate and steep falls in youth killings in recent years.
- Sadiq Khan attributes this to a public-health approach, targeted policing and investment in prevention services.
Apply A Disease Model To Violent Crime
- Treat violent crime like a contagious problem by stopping the spread and addressing root causes.
- Invest in youth services, mentorship, hospital interventions and disrupt organized crime to prevent violence.