Police have been out in force in the borough today, Friday, cracking down on speeding.

Officers have been clocking motorists on Ashton Road in Bardsley and Ashton Road in Oldham in a bid to deter those thinking about driving above the limit.

Police shared pictures on social media of officers using speed camera out on the roads.

A police spokesman said: "Earlier today (Friday) the team were out at two locations with speed cameras - Ashton Road, Bardsley, and Ashton Road, Oldham."

Back in March, as part of Greater Manchester Police's large-scale Operation Avro in Oldham, a total of 240 traffic offences with 99 of those related to speeding.

A total of 13 vehicles were seized and four arrests made - three for driving under the influence of drugs and one for drink-driving.

To report a crime in your area contact police on 101 or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.