I've just started watching the ITV2 live feed and it seems 150% more interesting than normal.

I've gathered that they've recently made some mince pies (xmas theme) so there may be some sherry kicking around.

From what I can gather, Paul took charge of the 'alcohol' and Janet is not there.

An Easy and appreciated move by the producers <the introduction of 'Christmas' alcohol> could well recover the ratings.

I would like to suggest some more 'Christmas' devices to administer alcohol on the fly, whilst avoiding the rath of (TV regulator) OFFCOM....

1. Santa's treasure: sacks of presents are lying on the trail for two lucky treasure trailers, a 'fairground style' target shooting game awaits them, for each bullsye hit a bottle of sherry emerges.

2. Santa's Sack: 4 weights are distributed in the bush near the clearing cunningly disguised as presents, clues guide them, only all four weights will let sata's slay completly decend complete with sacks containing xmas hampers.

Hi Dunk,
The Mince Pies were part of the chest. They also had mulled wine and I could see crackers and tinsel around and about.
Cheers
Fluffyspirit

Thanks Fluffy! looks like they've stolen my idea already!
However i'm sure the producers would appreciate more 'cunning' ways to inebriate this 'inherently' dull bunch!

any ideas anyone?...

Wine gums perhaps

Now Sophie has gone I think they will be sending in booze by the bucket load.