22 FEBRUARY 1997, Page 25

Dumpynose welcomed

Sir: While it is indeed sad that Mass has decided to hang up his Chambers (Letters 1 February) — at least for The Spectator can I say what a delight the puzzles of Dumpynose are. His themes are always challenging and, for me, he is your most enjoyable setter.

Jeff Pearce

Department of the Environment, 2 Marsham Street, London SW1