A MOTORCYCLIST was airlifted to hospital after a rush-hour road accident in Hindley.

The cyclist, who has not been named, was seriously injured after a collision with a car in Ladies Lane at 9.20am. An air ambulance was called and he was taken to a local hospital.

Ladies Lane was closed in both directions for up to one hour.

Diversions were put in place and police advised motorists to find alternative routes.