The UK’s Most Hazardous Bike Crossing

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the UK’s most hazardous bike crossing every weekday morning cyclists tackle the busy intersection where Gordon Road meets Lendal Terrace in Clapam High Street a junction that has seen 23 crashes since 2020 more than any other in Britain [Music] riders on ebikes weave between cars often running red lights roughly every 90 seconds what starts as a clearly marked cycle lane suddenly merges into general traffic leaving cyclists exposed to sudden turns and passing buses [Music] commuters on foot describe tense moments when cyclists swerve onto pavements to avoid gridlock local campaigners say basic safety measures like extending dedicated lanes and installing physical barriers would prevent many collisions transport for London has acknowledged the problem and plans to introduce clearer road markings improved signal timing and rider training workshops this summer the changes aim to separate cyclists from motor vehicles and reduce the rush hour risks as the morning rush subsides the junction falls quiet until the next wave of cyclists arrives for many every crossing remains a reminder of how urgently London needs safer cycling infrastructure