A SWANSEA Valley man has been fined for speeding on the A48.

Nigel Farr, of Varteg Road, Ystalyfera was proved guilty under the single justice procedure at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court for exceeding the 60mph limit on the A48 near Nantycaws.

The 51-year-old was caught travelling at a speed of 72mph on November 8 last year.

He was fined £220, ordered to pay £32 surcharge and £85 court costs. His licence was endorsed with three penalty points.