Originally Posted by HIDDY

Well of course I'm with the OP on this one.

Putting the hyperbole about what defines a BA premium passenger to one side.....we could argue about that one until the cows come home especially when you consider how cheaply tier points can be earned. Your class of travel not how much you paid has always defined your travel status hence why a CW ticket gives you lounge access, extra luggage allowance etc. so it's only natural one would assume early seat selection would be included as well.
It means one less thing to worry about which after all is my idea of what travelling in a premium cabin should be.

BA as a business don't see it that way which is fair enough if it works for them. I admire the way they give their status holders a benefit at no cost to themselves just by taking it away from the ordinary customer....that's smart. ^