A cyclist was air-lifted to hospital after a collision with a car, allegedly being driven by a man who is banned from driving.

The incident happened yesterday lunchtime (Wednesday) at the junction of Sherrick Green Road and Park Avenue North, Neasden, with police and the London Ambulance Service rushing to the scene.

The cyclist, 18, was taken to an east London hospital to be treated for his injuries while the investigation continues.

The 21-year-old driver was arrested and charged with grievous bodily harm and driving while disqualified.