The London Cycling Campaign has stepped up its No More Lethal Lorries campaign after a cyclist was seriously injured by a HGV in the capital.

The woman, in her 20s, was crushed by a left-turning lorry on Balls Pond Road, Hackney – the second serious lorry crash on the road this year.

LCC’s campaign is fighting to reduce the risk from HGVs in the capital. The money raised, with the appeal already halfway towards its £20,000 target, will fund six months campaigning from by lorry expert Charlie Lloyd.

LCC is challenging the mayor, local councils and the government to put in place its five point plan

1) Cyclist-awareness training for drivers
All city lorry drivers should have ongoing cycle-awareness training, including on-bike experience.

2) Drivers must take more responsibility
Authorities must recognise driver responsibility for doing everything practical to reduce risks. Blaming a ‘blind spot’ should be an admission of guilt.

3) Safer design for London lorries
Lorries designed for off-road use should be taken off city streets. The best mirrors, cameras and sensors should be fitted as standard.

4) Higher standards from lorry operators
Quality-assurance schemes such as London’s Freight Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) should be mandatory, and the police encouraged to crack down on rogue operators.

5) More responsible procurement
Companies must only buy haulage services from reputable firms, with the government taking a lead in encouraging best practice.

Donations can be made via the No More Lethal Lorries website.