Police have dealt with 19 drivers in a crackdown on bad driving near schools.

A total of 11 motorists were caught speeding in built-up areas of Aberdeen, seven were spoken to for parking offences and one was found to have been driving without insurance.

The operation was carried out at Airyhall and Ferryhill Primary Schools, Countesswells Road, Craigton Road and Cromwell Road on April 14.

Conor McLeod, of the West End Community Policing Team, said: "This initiative was held in response to local concerns that the public have raised with us.

"The safety of all pedestrians and road users is paramount especially around school areas.

"During this one-day operation a total of 19 drivers were dealt with for offences which were ultimately putting the safety of others at risk.

"We will run similar operations in the future but in the meantime I would urge motorists to be aware of their surroundings and in particular where they are parking and to watch their speed.

"There is always the potential that a child could run across a road and a car parked in a restricted area could lead to a motorist being unable to see a child crossing until it is too late.

"Always remember: in town, slow down."