Probably nothing sums up better the contrast between the life style of the owning class and the working class than the place in which they live. 'She invested a staggering $85 million refurbishing the 56,000 square foot mansion in the exclusive Los Angeles enclave of Holmby Hills. But now three years after buying the sprawling estate, Petra Stunt, billionaire daughter of Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone is selling up, according to new reports. And if you fancy yourself as the next lady of the manor you better hope your bank balance is in good shape - the asking price is a cool $150 million.' (Daily Mail, 28 July) This useless parasite is living in a 110 room mansion whilst many workers fear unemployment, unpaid mortgages or are living in inadequate bed and breakfast accommodation. RD
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