POLICE have been carrying out speed checks in Stratton this afternoon.

This move was in response to reports from people in the area. 

Swindon Police said on social media: "Following reports of concerns from local residents of speeding motorists. The Stratton, West and North Central Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out this afternoon carrying out speed checks in various locations around the patches.

"It was nice to see so many road users obeying the speed limit.

"Keep us informed of roads you have concerns about and we will do our best to carry out speed checks."