Junctions are where almost all cyclist fatalities happen. Many have been known to be dangerous for years without action being taken. We need to keep this issue in the spotlight so funding is made available and barriers to progress are removed.
When junctions are made safe the pay back is huge – they unlock miles of new cycle routes and make cycling safer for thousands of people. Right now, fixing junctions is one of the most important things we can do to make cycling in London safer.
LCC has identified some of the London junctions that most need urgent action. We’re calling on the Mayor, TfL and borough councils to make rapid, temporary improvements; followed by a programme of permanent improvements that comprehensively remove all critical safety failures.
Starting with Kings Cross and Old Street, LCC will run individual campaigns to drive rapid change at some of the most dangerous junctions in London. We’ll be working with consultants to identify quick, affordable solutions to make these junctions safe.
We are also keeping the pressure on TfL, boroughs and the Mayor to make sure there is political will to make all the junctions we have identified safer. There are quick temporary solutions that can be put in whilst longer-term and more comprehensive solutions are planned out.
LCC has identified some of the London junctions that most need urgent action. We’re calling on the Mayor, TfL and borough councils to make rapid, temporary improvements; followed by a programme of permanent improvements that comprehensively remove all critical safety failures.
Junctions identified for urgent action
Cyclists and pedestrians killed at these junctions in the last ten years
Cyclists and pedestrians seriously injured at these junctions in the last ten years
Kings Cross
We need to show TfL, and the London Boroughs of Camden and Islington, that local businesses support making this junction safer for their workers, customers and visitors. Find out more and get involved in our campaign to make Kings Cross safe for cycling.
Old St / Great Eastern St
We need to keep the pressure on TfL and London Borough of Hackney to improve the ‘Apex Corner’ junction as more people come to work in the area. It is far too dangerous and lacks safe cycling routes and pedestrian crossings. Find out more and get involved in our campaign to make Old Street safe for cycling.
LCC's foresight and ability to act quickly make a far bigger difference than they are given credit for in keeping people safe and allowing us to continue to enjoy cycling in the capital.
James Waite, Project Director
Our expert panel discuss the need to recognise the systemic issues to making junctions safe, and what we need to do to tackle those issue before more cyclists lose their lives…
Key Findings
LCC convened a high-level summit of expert practitioners to discuss ways to improve the speed and quality of junction upgrades. With a full report to follow, this is an initial summary the standout conclusions so far...
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