bridge and motorway are tolled in both directions to finance its construction and maintenance, and to generate profit for Celtic Roads Group. In 2006, the Bridge was awarded the Excellence Award (Civil) from the Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland. Name In October 2012, Meath County Council proposed renaming the Boyne River Bridge after former President of Ireland, Mary McAleese to honour her contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process. The name Mary McAleese Bridge was initially proposed, but some felt the name should reflect the local area, so on 8 June 2013 a ceremony was held to rename the bridge the Mary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge. References Drogheda Bridges completed in 2003 Bridges in the Republic of Ireland Buildings and structures in County Meath Cable-stayed bridges in Ireland Transport in Drogheda Tourist attractions in County Louth Tourist attractions in County Meath Toll bridges in the Republic of Ireland