A CYCLIST who was knocked off her bike in Finsbury during the Wednesday morning rush hour is due to be released from hospital today.

The 32-year-old, who lives in the N1 area of Islington, was rushed to hospital after she was hit by a lorry in City Road, close to the junction with Baldwin Street.

Initially there were serious concerns for her safety, but she is now expected to make a full recovery.

The 39-year-old lorry driver was treated for shock at the scene.