The MP of Marlow has said it is ‘encouraging’ that a meeting about speeding is due to take place in the town, following a serious incident involving a 12-year-old boy.

Joy Morrissey, who became the town’s MP in 2019, has also praised the residents in persistent with the issue, which will be discussed later this autumn.

It comes after a schoolboy was struck by a Mercedes AMG on Station Road at around 7.50pm on Saturday, August 15 this year.

Emergency services rushed to the scene and cordoned off part of the road while the child received treatment.

Logan Bunker, 28, of Langtons Meadow, Farnham Common, later pleaded guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving over the prescribed alcohol limit, failing to provide a specimen for analysis and driving without insurance.

No date for Bunker’s sentencing has been confirmed, but the Free Press has contacted Thames Valley Police for further information.

A meeting about speeding is due to take place at a public event on October 13 in the town.

Speaking exclusively to the Free Press, she said: “The concerns residents have about speeding in Marlow are completely understandable, particularly following the heart breaking accident involving a 12-year-old boy.

“It is encouraging to see a meeting taking place to discuss these concerns and consider what more can be done to improve road safety locally.

“Meaningful progress will come from bringing residents and those responsible for our roads together to listen, share ideas and work towards practical solutions.

“Hopefully, the meeting will be constructive and lead to positive changes that make our roads safer and give local residents greater confidence and peace of mind.”

The meeting will be held at the town council offices in Court Garden, Marlow, beginning at 7pm on October 13.

A notice on social media states: "Please come along to the next Marlow Town Council meeting, where this issue will be discussed."

Residents will have the opportunity to hear the latest discussions surrounding road safety in the town and raise their own concerns.

On the incident, investigating officer Sergeant Richard Martin of the Roads Policing Unit said at the time: “This collision has left a young boy with serious, life-changing injuries and our thoughts are with him and his family at this incredibly difficult time.

“Even the smallest detail could prove vital in helping us establish exactly what happened.

“If you have any information, dash-cam footage or CCTV that may assist our investigation, please get in touch."