yesterday for getting an invitation to a festival in the United States.

Ms Jennifer Smith (PLP), shadow Education Minister, said her achievement was part of an apparent revival in the performing arts on the Island.

Mr. Nelson Bascome (PLP) paid tribute to Bermuda's women soccer players, in particular "unsung hero'' Miss Alicia Zuill.

And Mr. Phillip Smith (UBP) congratulated hospice co-ordinator Mrs. Hilary Soares on her recognition as Woman of the Year by the Business and Professional Women's Association.