BIG Fred returned to his home in South Bank after a ten-pint drinking session to be met by his nine year old son, Tommy.

Tommy said: “Father I have been listening to Ray Mallon and I feel I must express my concern about your alcohol consumption, the negativity of your addiction, and the effect upon your health.”

Big Fred responded: “Tommy why don’t you p... off before I cave your head in!”

So endeth the lesson.

Ken Lavery, Darlington.