DOZENS of cars were recorded driving over the speed limit within the space of just one hour.

Police said 90 cars were recorded travelling more than 26mph in Ainsworth Lane, Bolton, which has a 20mph limit. 

A police spokesman said: "We have again been working with local residents on Ainsworth Lane on a speed watch initiative.

"Over a one hour period, 90 vehicles were recorded going at least 26mph and one even recorded at 46mph.

"Letters will be sent out to the registered keepers."