More than 5,000 drivers were prosecuted in the past month for speeding through 40mph limits at roadworks on the M6 south of Penrith at Clifton, where two major bridge project are under way.
A total of 5,364 speeding offences were recorded last month along a three-mile section of the motorway between junctions 39 and junction 40, where National Highways and Network rail are carrying out long-term infrastructure works.
The restrictions support the Clifton railway bridge replacement and Lowther Bridge works, both significant projects aimed at maintaining and improving the safety and resilience of the route.
The speed limit reduces to 50mph on initial approach to the works area and then 40mph through works that covers both the Clifton railway bridge and Lowther Bridge.
Traffic management measures will remain in place along the section of the M6 until March 2027 and include:
National Highways monitor the route with average speed cameras, with signage in place throughout. Drivers are being urged to observe the reduced limit for the safety of both the workforce and other road users.
Those caught speeding face fines and points on licence with fines from £100 to £2,500 possible for drivers caught speeding.
The majority of people speeding will be classed as committing a 'minor offence' and will still receive a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) of a £100 fine and three points on their licence.
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