bike to bentley; When he was the Queen's swingeing cost-cutter, Sir Michael Peat used to arrive at work on this Now he works for Prince Charles, his preferred mode of transport is this [pounds sterling]165,000 limousine. From: The Daily Mail (London, England) | Date: August 3, 2002| Author: Kay, Richard | COPYRIGHT 2002 Solo Syndication Limited. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Byline: RICHARD KAY

HE made his reputation as a scourge of royal extravagance, cutting out perks and privileges with a string of swingeing economies.

But when it comes to his own lifestyle, nothing less than the best will do for Sir Michael Peat.

Sir Michael, who this week stood down as the Queen's accountant, lives in a grace and favour home with beautiful marbled floors and chandeliers.

And yesterday he started his new job as private s...

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