Having given the matter considerable thought, I have decided to nominate British ladies who in my opinion have done and are still winning much credit for this country.
Dame Judy Dench: a lady who apart from being a superb actress, also seems to have an amazing sense of humour.
Darcy Bussell: pure dedication and talent in abundance has resulted in worldwide recognition of her expertise as prima ballerina with the Royal Ballet. Her explanatory TV programmes are quite superb.
Catherine Jenkins: a voice of pure clarity and quality, with a physical beauty that simply enhances the on-stage performance.
Zara Phillips: European Champion and World Champion, a most talented horsewoman with a common-touch so rare amongst those who have had a somewhat privileged upbringing. Who would bet against her winning at the Beijing Olympics?
Kirsty Allsopp: Elequent and courteous, an intelligent lady whose diction should be bottled and sold to schools, her mention of the Winter (minuet pause) Gardens emphasised the fact that the Margate building was a winter retreat. Her knowledge of property I imagine to be unequalled!
