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Drivers who ignore the variable speed limits along a busy stretch of the M4 will face tougher enforcement action.

Drivers are being warned to be more aware of the variable speed limits around Newport between junctions 24 (Coldra) and 28 (Tredegar Park) before enforcement action is stepped up.

What are the variable speed limits?

The variable speed limits were introduced in 2011 to reduce congestion and improve safety and journey time reliability.

The speed limits, which are calculated by the amount of traffic, can sometimes vary from 40 mph to 60 mph.

The Welsh Government's economy and infrastructure secretary Ken Skates said: "Since its launch the scheme has helped to improve traffic flow and reduce the number of collisions along this stretch, with the majority of drivers adhering to the limits in place.

"However, a minority of drivers continue to flout the displayed limits and act as if the restrictions do not apply to them.

"It is these motorists we are primarily targeting with this awareness campaign and subsequent enforcement action."

What's the aim of the campaign?

The campaign, led by Wales’ road safety organisation GoSafe, is made up of two stages.

The first is an “awareness drive” telling motorists tougher enforcement will be coming into effect. During this time speeding drivers will receive warning notices.

The second stage will see tickets sent out to speeding drivers.

Mr Skates added: "There is always room for improvement in road safety and everyone has a responsibility for improving safety and playing their part.

"The M4 variable speed limit is just one element of a multifaceted approach the Welsh Government takes to improving road safety on the motorway and trunk road network as a whole."