> if one drinks (I don't), it must be easier. True in the past, but a non-issue these days, especially with younger colleagues. > Also, being "white" helps, I

> if one drinks (I don't), it must be easier. True in the past, but a non-issue these days, especially with younger colleagues. > Also, being "white" helps, I think Maybe in very provincial communities in parts of the country but not in the major cities - at least not since the 90s onwards. If anything I'd say the UK is one of the more open minded countries I've seen.