Police commissioner's pledge to put the brakes on speeders

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By Sunil MiddaShrewsburyCrimePublished: Jun 5, 2023Last Updated: Jun 5, 2023Comments

More speed cameras and extra road safety police officers are on the horizon in a bid to put the brakes on speeding motorists.

West Mercia’s Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion made the pledge as it was revealed fewer drivers were convicted of speeding offences across Shropshire and in Powys last year, new figures show – bucking the national trend.

Police commissioner's pledge to put the brakes on speeders

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