London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport for London (TfL) have confirmed that they will go ahead with the intent of building a new North-South Cycle Superhighway to King's Cross after TfL released the response to the recent consultation.

The consultation process was initiated earlier this year, and received nearly 70% support from the people.

Khan said: “We must make it safer and easier for all Londoners to cycle.

"We're determined to learn all the lessons from previous superhighway schemes, and we've listened carefully to everyone who responded to the consultation."

"It can have major benefits for our health, and making cycling part of people's everyday lives will also help clean up London's toxic air.

“The extension of the North-South Cycle Superhighway will make a big difference joining up existing and planned safe cycle routes in this part of London, and make cycling a safe and practical option for thousands more Londoners.

“We're determined to learn all the lessons from previous superhighway schemes, and we've listened carefully to everyone who responded to the consultation.

"This includes incorporating wider pavements and more crossing points to ensure pedestrians properly benefit from the new scheme too.”

Upon completion, the North-South route, also known as Cycle Superhighway 6 (CS6), will provide a safe and direct route for cyclists across central London between Elephant and Castle and King's Cross.

The 5km long CS6 route will be either fully separated from traffic, or on quiet back streets.

In the northern end of CS6, the route will be linked with the planned Quietway 2, and Central London Grid routes, allowing cyclists to travel safely to Hackney, Walthamstow, Camden and Swiss Cottage and opening up the city to cycling.

TfL has closely examined all the responses received from the public through the consultation process for the CS6 and included several changes to the original plan to address the concerns of local residents and stakeholders.

A detailed design will now be developed and, subject to approval from Camden Council and Islington Council, the construction of CS6 will begin next year.