Peter Jones

Drinking at school with Plato

Wine with meals is something they might have at home. Getting smashed, on the other hand, is part of a classical education

issue 09 January 2016

Rugby and Ampleforth schools have decided to give their charges experience of sensible drinking by introducing a little alcohol, under close staff supervision, at dinner. But, as Plato realised, what they actually need is experience of senseless drinking.

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