Pipe Smokers Extend their Rights under New Law

Since Britain became an entirely smoke-free nation (as well as character-free, fun-free and panache-free) a few smokers have bravely sought to circumvent the draconian laws that prevent them from puffing in any enclosed public place, as well as railway station platforms - which are frequently not enclosed enough to prevent rain lashing upon the waiting passengers, yet enclosed enough to prohibit a heart-warming gasper.

Pipe smokers are probably the most marginalised of the smoking fraternity. Their habit cannot be satisfied while huddled outside a doorway, since the pleasure of smoking a pipe is inextricably bound up with comfortable seating, roaring fires and the absence of erratic climactic conditions.

Specialist pipe manufacturer Ersquine Cavendish, however, has come up with a novel solution. Mr. Cavendish has created a briar pipe with a specially extended stem, spanning some five feet. Thus the pipe smoker is able to sit ensconced in the snug of his favourite hostelry, while the fumes from his pipe - once considered an aromatic delight, now classed as an illegal toxic substance - puff harmelssly outside the window or door. An added bonus for passers by is that they are treated to a complimentary lungful of Navy Shag while they amble past the tavern.