Going on the dry
For some reason they wouldn’t allow me smoke my pipe in hospital. This seemed a little counterproductive as hospitals are incredibly boring and stressful places. To relax with a pipe would have been conducive to a more rapid recovery, I … Continue reading →
The age of reason
The age of reason is the age which a person may reasonably be expected to make rational decisions about themselves. Upon reaching this age a whole raft of opportunities open up, whether it be buying alcohol or being sent to … Continue reading →
Crass stupidity
Cas asked yesterday why I hadn’t mentioned the proposed new anti-smoker law in the UK. I think I possibly had a go when New Zealand proposed such a law but very sensibly dropped the idea. In theory it is an … Continue reading →
And the blind man cometh forth
I happened to be up and about at around ten. My mobile rang with an unknown number but I answered it anyway. It was the bloke who is supposed to be calling here at eleven to measure up our windows … Continue reading →
It all started here
Today is a dark day in Irish history. On this day twenty years ago Nanny brought in the smoking ban in all public buildings including pubs in Ireland. This was the start of the rash that spread around the planet … Continue reading →
Dirty little tricks
Our gubmint is on about vaping again. Public to be consulted about future laws on vaping, as Donnelly ‘deeply concerned’ about child usage. I guessed this would crop up. Once Nanny gets a toe-hold she can’t resist imposing more restrictions. … Continue reading →
Budgie Day
The excitement in the air is palpable. Yes Folks – today is Budgie Day here in li’l ol’ Ireland. This is the day when our Lords and Masters decide how much they are going to rip us off for in … Continue reading →
Underage at sixty?
I see rumours abound in the UK over a new smoking law. This is the one where they set a date, and anyone born after that date won’t be allowed buy cigarettes. Are they serious? I know they are trying … Continue reading →
Popcorn Bullshit Bingo
When it comes to vaping I am completely neutral. I have tried a variety of devices and they weren’t for me. Herself is the same. So when it comes to the battle to ban them I am completely indifferent. The … Continue reading →
The elephant in the room
There is a new report out. Almost 2,000 pubs have closed in Ireland since 2005 – report Some of the figures are quite startling. This is obviously a pre-budget submission. They want taxes and excise duty reduced. They blame high … Continue reading →
