If you could be someone else for a day, who would you be, and why?

I do not wish to presume his persona or have ‘ day in the life of’. Simply sit at his desk and give away his $360 (approx) billion fortune. The richest man in the world will soon become the world’s most generous philanthropist.

The list is long and the time is short.

Firstly I would put a message out there for little known charities to get in touch. I would like to meet their needs. It is mostly the case that smaller charities need the biggest help. With that done I would deal with some people close to me who would appreciate a cash injection of any amount, including a wonderful elderly lady who has known me all my life and a young man struggling to find a permanent family home for himself and his two children. Easily and quickly remembered.

71%of the Earth’s surface is water, with only 1% available for human consumption. Globally agriculture accounts for 70% of fresh water withdrawals.The United Nations Development Report in 2024 states 2.2 billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water. The figures for animals is unknown. I would donate to WaterAid, to help combat these startling and shameful tatistics.

The charity War Child was established by three young men in 1993 in the then Yugoslavia. During the Bosnian War they were deeply disturbed by the violence and ethnic cleansing. 80% of their revenue goes towards and including protecting, educating and standing up for the rights of children excluded from the world’s most conflicted places

I would trust the NSPCC, UNICEF, Red Cross, International Rescue Committee, Age UK, MIND, RSPCA, NHS Charities Together to evenly distribute their given donations where they deem fit.

It is disgraceful that there are two bodies with charitable status that shouldn’t…The RNLI (Royal Navy Lifeboat Institute and The Air Ambulance. What is that about? Also knowing King Charles charges them rent.

Compassion in World Farming advocates for the humane treatment of farm animals and LACS ( The League Against Cruel Sports) campaign against hunting, shooting and animal fighting with HSA (the Hunt Saboteurs Association)relentlessly pursuing those involved in illegal fox hunting, badger baiting and hare coursing. All thre are more than worthy of a financial helping hand.

Time is of the essence here, I have but 24 hours in which to distribute these funds, wisely and fairly.

There are lots of very tiny animals rescues run by ladies I know, to whom I would be honoured to bestow chunky wads of cash on. Their relief and gratitude would be my joy.

Lastly I need to mention Animal SOS Sri Lanka. Established in 2007, by a British woman, Kim Cooling. What began as a self funded Rescue has now grown to caring for 2500 dogs. Many with special needs. FinallyTom Nicholson who reacted to the plight of animals trapped and starving in the war torn Ukraine in February 2022. He and his British Armed Forces veterans buddies establish the tactical and animal relief charity Breaking the Chains. They need vehicles, kit, food, their needs endless.Coming your way Tom!

It’s going to be a long day behind his desk and when I have run out of time I will turn off the light, head for the door and then close it behind me.

Mr Musk, the richest man in the world will be no more.

‘ Oh The Human Research Trust, I didn’t mention them, or……I need more time.