Plans To Implement '15-Minute Neighbourhoods' In Oxford Spark Controversy

OXFORD, ENGLAND - AUGUST 3: A visitor walks around a lawn at New College on August 3, 2023 in Oxford, England. Oxford's city council proposed a 20-year urban plan for "15-minute" neighbourhoods, inspired by successful models in other European cities like Groningen and Leuven. The zones aim to improve residents' quality of life by providing essential services within a short walking or biking distance. However, it has sparked controversy due to concerns about restrictions on motorists and its potential impact on personal freedoms. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)