Stars in their eyes

The survey of the investment community to discover the winners of our UK awards took place against the backdrop of a bear market, war in Iraq, Sars and a general economic slowdown. But the nearly 1,000 people gathered at Le Meridien Grosvenor House in London on June 30 had good reason to celebrate, and even laugh, as they were regaled by compere Rory Bremner.All the companies nominated for awards won accolades despite the difficult market conditions. The IR departments were singled out for their