A DRIVER could face disqualification from driving after being stopped by police for travelling at almost double the speed limit in Reading.

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The Golf R was stopped on the A33 for driving 79mph on a 40 limit road close to the Reading Gate Retail Park.

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Thames Valley Police posted a photo on Twitter to warn people to travel to the speed limit.

The offender will appear in court, where they could face disqualification.