awards from his Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

Prince Philip flew in from the United Kingdom to present the awards at Government House, only a month after he visited the Island with the Queen.

Yesterday's visit lasted just one evening before the Prince flew out of Bermuda again.

His trip once again highlighted the importance of the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme which is celebrating its 27th year in Bermuda.

Three young people, Patricia Adams, Michael Branco and Justin Kendall received gold awards. Ralshon Douglas received his silver award after missing the March awards ceremony.

To win the awards the youngsters must complete a number of tasks including an expedition and some work in the community.

Northlands student Patricia completed her expedition on the tall ship used for sea cadet training, Royalist . After qualifying as a leading seaman, she volunteered as an instructor for her community service. She is an active member of the school band.

Michael, of Saltus Grammar, volunteers as a cub scout leader and at the Hope Homes for the mentally handicapped. He went to Canada for his expedition and is involved with the Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society as a sound technician.

Also from Saltus, Justin went to Snowdonia, in North Wales, for his expedition. He volunteers as a cub scout leader and is interested in stamp collecting and rugby.

Ralshon helped his school, Berkeley Institute, run its recycling scheme and studied electronics as a hobby. He analysed beach sands as part of his expedition requirement.

During the visit in March Prince Philip presented 15 gold and 20 silver awards at Government House.