Tim Fenton wrote
Yes, those nice men from Forest Gate would no doubt agree with you, as would
all manner of unfortunate Irishmen over the years. What if the Singaporeans
have an official dislike of all things Goth? Or a downer on rail enthusiasts
celebrating anything Hellfire? Who knows, in a society where chewing gum is
frowned upon.

Chewing gum used to be Verboten in Singapore BUT the authorities
were lent on by Uncle Sam who had WRIGLEYS lobbying to get a foot in.

So chewing gum is sold now.
Singapore is a nice clean place -but the saying goes when in Rome do as
the Romans do.
So IF i was in to using certain substances i wouldn't dream of wanting
to get caught there (Singapore and or Malaya) in possession.

Anyway having cucumber sandwiches and tea at Raffles in the afternoon
and then nipping for a gin sling is a nice experience.
--
d hill