A woman is in a serious condition in hospital following a road accident in Dublin.

The female pedestrian was hit by a car on the Navan road in Cabra at 8.15 this morning.

She has been taken to the Mater hospital where her injuries are described as serious.

The male driver of the car was arrested and brought to Finglas Garda station.

The road is closed in both directions and diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact them.