LETTERS and e-mails are flooding in following our feature on motorists being caught speeding on Newport's Cardiff Road.

On Wednesday, the Argus reported how Gwent Police have caught more than 1,500 motorists speeding along the road in just six months.

The controversial stretch of road has a 30mph limit, and has been the subject of a high profile crackdown on speeding motorists by Gwent Police.

But the lack of speed signs means that many drivers are unaware they are even breaking the law until they are caught.

Our article and Argus Comment have certainly struck a chord with our readers, who have given an overwhelming response.

John Symons, of Highfield Road, Newport, spoke for many of you when he said: "Yet again it is obvious the policy is not just about safer driving but raising more money. Notwithstanding that, the arguments of the various authorities just don't make sense."

Mr Symons views were backed up by Tony Ashton, from Walnut Drive, Caerleon, who said: "Gwent Police would be better off parking a dummy police vehicle on the spot. That way the motorist would instantly slow down at the sight of the vehicle. That old saying comes to mind - prevention is better than cure."

Bev Reardon, of Hillview Crescent, called on the police to look at other traffic issues, such as lorries violating weight restrictions.

Ms Reardon said: "As one of the 1,500 drivers caught since May, I am appalled that the everyday motorist who is trying to get to and from work, trying to earn a living, is once again held to ransom.

"I travel along Corporation Road and Cardiff Road every day and fail to notice the unmarked police cars stopping lorries who violate weight restrictions."

And Alun Parker, of Millfield Park, Magor, said: "As someone not (yet) caught speeding on Cardiff Road, I found your article interesting. The police and the authorities must be aware that a problem exists and conveniently ignore it."

There was no-one available to comment from Gwent Police.