from the Savoy Hotel, London.
Angela Rippon introduces today's event when over 400 women who have achieved success in a variety of professions and interests meet for the 34th Women of the Year Luncheon.
HRH The Princess Margaret presents the Frink Award, given for notable achievement associated with visual handicap. The five finalists this year are Jill Allen-King , campaigner for better facilities for the visually disabled; actress Ailsa Fairley ;
Linda Garbutt , tutor in adult education; lawyer Patricia Hart , and Dr Susan Lightman , reseach ophthalmologist.
There is also a special award given to someone who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in helping others.
The speakers include
Dame Lydia Dunn , Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, actress Jean Boht , star of Bread, and Barrister Helena Kennedy. Director JOY CORBETT
Producer TIMOTHY MARSHALL