Billionaire Gubay Receives Papal Knighthood For Charity Work

Thursday, 24 February 2011 00:00

Island business tycoon Albert Gubay has this week received a significant recognition for his charity work.

Island business tycoon Albert Gubay has this week received a significant accolade in recognition of his charity work.

The Billionaire was given a Papal Knighthood in light of his decision to give half of his vast fortune to the church.

Mr Gubay made a bulk of his money through founding the Kwik Save chain.

The honour is bestowed on people who have given conspicuous service to the Church and Society.

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