Friday, December 05, 2014

Billions And Beggars

Recently published statistics about the extremely rich illustrate what an insane society in which we live. In the city of London, especially around the railway stations it is common to be approached by beggars, but no such plight awaits Amancia Ortega who is "worth" £35 billion at the last count. 'The rags to riches billionaire behind the fashion chain Zara has overtaken the Duke of Westminster to become Britain's richest property developer. ....... The reclusive 78-year-old Spaniard sank his wealth huge wealth into brick and mortar and now has £4 billion global property empire including a large chunk of Mayfair and office blocks in the city.' (Daily Mail, 5 December) RD

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