Millions of pounds spent by Westminster on plans for the Severn Barrage went on fees after plans were scrapped!

Plans to build the massive 10 mile barrage from Weston to Cardiff were abandoned by Ministers last year after years of planning.

It's been revealed they spent up to 5 million pounds to pay-off consultants even though they knew plans wouldn't go ahead.
Local MP's say that money could've been spent on creating new jobs instead.

It was estimated the barrage could've generated up to 5 per cent of the UK's electricity needs.