Local business leaders have entered the row over the routing of the M3 motorway near the Hill of Tara by backing the controversial proposed route.
The Chambers of Commerce from Navan, Kells and Trim have written to all local representatives in Meath and several Government ministers urging them to back the present route.
However, the Meath Historical and Archaeological Society has dismissed their claims.
In the letter, the chambers say that any delay in the delivery of the motorway would have devastating consequences for the people of Meath and Cavan.
They claim that the majority of local people do support the present controversial route.
The Chambers say re-routing the motorway would add years onto the project and cost more.
A spokesperson for the Meath Historical and Archaeological Society says it welcomes the chambers entering the debate.
However, the spokesperson says the statement contains many inaccuracies and just repeats what is described as the 'spin' put out by the NRA.
