Geneva schools go back today and the police will be out in force to make sure drivers keep to the speed limits, park properly and vehicles are road worthy.
The idea is the children stay safe.
The police crack down at this time of year every year. They’ll also be checking children have the right car seats and there are not too many occupants in a car.
The police say violations will be punished where necessary.
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