A motorcyclist has been hurt in a crash on Binstead this morning (Friday).

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The County Press has been told a person was aided at the scene by police and residents.

The road remains closed after the incident at 6.35am.

Hampshire Constabulary responded to a collision involving a vehicle and a motorbike on Binstead Hill, outside the Fleming Arms.

Traffic is diverting through the Binstead estate while the road closure is in force.

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Southern Vectis routes 4, 9, 49 and 59 are diverting via Binstead Lodge Road, Verwood Drive and Newnham Road until further notice and will suffer severe delays.

Route 37 is also being affected, due to the amount of traffic using Binstead's side roads.

Traffic is slow in the area.