Second Severn Crossing to be renamed Prince of Wales Bridge

The Second Severn Crossing will be renamed later this year. Credit: ITV News West Country

The Second Severn Crossing will be renamed as The Prince of Wales Bridge in a ceremony in July.

The change marks Prince Charles being bestowed with the title 60 years ago along with his 70th birthday.

Prince Charles turns 70 later this year. Credit: ITV West Country

Changing the iconic bridge's name has received criticism on social media.

The Government had previously confirmed that tolls on the bridge will be removed by the end of the year.

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