opponent Leleath Bailey in elections held last night for senior officers of the Bermuda Public Services Association, the Island's second largest union.

Ms Christopher returned to the helm after securing 513 of the 993 votes -- beating back a strong challenge by Ms Bailey who walked away with 473 votes.

Alan Roberts with 510 votes beat out Debbie Kay Martin's 424 ballots for the post of first vice president.

ON THE BALLOT Sisterly competition: Candidates for president of the Bermuda Public Service Association, Betty Christopher (L) and Leleath Bailey greeted each other before yesterday's balloting. Mrs. Christopher emerged the winner late last night by a slim margin.

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