Saoirse Ronan nominated for top BAFTA award

Irish actress Saoirse Ronan has been nominated for the Best Supporting Actress award at this year's BAFTAs in Britain.

The 13-year-old has been nominated for her role in the film 'Atonement', which is up for a total of 14 awards, including Best Film and Best Director.

Keira Knightley and James McAvoy have also been nominated for Best Leading Actress and Best Leading Actor.

Daniel Day-Lewis has also been nominated for Best Leading Actor for his role in 'There Will Be Blood'.