A 77-year old pensioner was almost banned from a social club after several members complained he was farting too much with utter disregard to his colleagues.
Maurice Fox, admitted he had a problem with breaking wind too often but was quick to add he was "much better" after switching from cider to bitter
"My wife Pam died seven years ago and I live on my own so I might have lost a few social graces," said Fox, a retired bus driver.
George Shepherd, secretary of the Kirkham Street Sports and Social Club in Paignton, Devon wherein Fox had been a regular for 20 years, said they decided to write Maurice a letter telling him of his problem after several members complained they found him too disgusting.
"We've had so many complaints over Maurice deliberately lifting himself up off the seat and letting fly," said Shepherd. "The steward has asked him to stop several times."
"The last episode was when three ladies turned up for a darts match.
"I am happy to oblige them, there is no problem," Fox said. "I do get a bit windy - I am an old fart now."
