TWO people were injured in a two-vehicle crash this morning on the A59 near Broughton Hall.

Police confirmed that a car and motorbike were involved in the collision.

The woman in the car and the man on the motorbike were both taken to Leeds General Infirmary.

The man suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital in a serious condition.

Injuries for the woman are not believed to be life changing or life threatening.

The road was closed near the Black Bull, and motorists were asked to use alternate routes.

The police are appealing for witnesses to contact them on http://northyorkshire.police.uk/G7TZlH1B