Police tackling anti-social road use in Saddleworth and Lees

Image courtesy of GMP

The Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team has launched the GMP Saddleworth and Lees Community Speed Watch (CSW) initiative, which saw its first deployment on Tuesday (June 24).

The community-led programme, supported by local police, is designed to encourage safer driving and address long-standing concerns about antisocial road use in the area.

At this early stage, six dedicated local police volunteers will support the initiative.

Initially, the CSW team will be monitoring vehicle speeds across seven key roads within Saddleworth and Lees.

These locations have been carefully selected based on community feedback and traffic data.

The scheme will be regularly reviewed, with additional roads added over time to ensure broad and effective coverage.

Sergeant Brook, of the Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “This initiative is an example of how your local neighbourhood policing team is actively responding to the concerns of our community.

“By working closely with residents, we’re taking proactive steps to address the antisocial use of roads across Saddleworth and Lees.

“The timing of today’s launch is especially meaningful, as it coincides with the national Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action.

"This week of action is a celebration of community policing and the vital role local people play in shaping safer neighbourhoods.

“We thank all residents for their continued support and cooperation as we work together to make our roads safer for everyone.”

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