MONMOUTH MP David Davies has given his support to a petition urging the government to reduce the Severn Bridge tolls.

The campaign was started following the government's announcement that a £6 million grant had been approved to help cover maintenance costs on the Humber Bridge – ensuring a toll freeze for at least 18 months.

Speaking from his constituency office in Usk, Davies said, "The users of the Severn Bridge pay the highest tolls in the country. Indeed, prices have just gone up again to £5.50 for cars and £16.40 for HGVs. With fuel duty also set to rise in April, it is clear that a rethink is urgently needed if we are to avoid unfairly penalising people who choose to do business in Wales.