UK bombing survivor to run for SA council

Gill Hicks, who lost her legs in the 2005 terrorist bombings in London, will contest a seat on an Adelaide council.

The self-described peace actionist will stand as an independent for Unley council in November, saying she is keen to make a difference to her community.

"I'm up for new challenges in life. It's my community, it's where I now call home," Ms Hicks told ABC radio on Tuesday.

"I absolutely feel passionate about what I can be doing to, pardon the pun, step up and say, 'OK, through my experience, what can I contribute?'".

Ms Hicks, who has received an MBE, been the subject of documentaries and is a sought-after motivational speaker, says she feels no specific need to be a campaigner on disability issues.

In 2008, she carried an Olympic torch, returned to Adelaide in 2012 and gave birth to a daughter last year.

After the bombings, which killed 52 commuters on three trains and a bus, Ms Hicks gave up her successful career in design and founded the charity MAD for Peace.

MAD (Making A Difference) promotes peace in its books, films and events.