A driver has been ordered to pay more than £1,700 after they were caught speeding at 54mph on the M27. 

Joanne Ewart was clocked at 54mph as she drove a Mercedes along the M27 westbound between junctions eight and seven. 

The 47-year-old was near Hedge End when she was spotted by an automatic speed camera. 

The incident took place on May 14, last year at a time when a 30mph speed limit was in place. 

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Ewart, of Ash Way, Whiteley pleaded guilty to a single count of exceeding a variable speed limit. 

She was fined £1,200 and received six points on her licence. 

Magistrates also ordered her to pay £110 towards court costs and a £480 surcharge. 

This must be paid in full by May 16, 2024.