Selling the family silver.

Many many years ago when Mrs T was at the height of her powers-she introduced to the world what eventually become know as Thatcherism. Not withstanding her influence-she was forthrightly criticised by one of her own previous prime ministers Lord Stockton- Harold Macmillan-for her buccaneering attitude to what he termed-selling the family silver! I mentioned a few weeks ago that the deputy German finance minister had suggested that the Greeks sell off a few islands in order to settle some of the nations debts. Taking note of this suggestion the Greek government is making it easier for the rich and famous to purchase on long term leases some of its 6,000 sun kissed islands. A website has been established for those with the money and interest to pursue their dreams. So buy now while stocks last-the family silver will soon be gone! Whenever you hear about some rich person dying-there is often some disagreement about the family inheritance. Its one year ago today that Michael Jackson-Jacko-died. In the wake of his death there was a great deal of controversy about his Will. I don't think it has as yet been settled. Similar problems occurred after the death of Jonny Cash-appropriate name-and also Barry White. Its always problematic making out a Will-especially if there are competing members for the family for the silver.