Originally Posted by
PJSMITH0
we we could extend the unfair logic to all seat assignments. Using the same basis I could argue that the same applies to teavelling with a child aged over 12 or a very elderly family member who needs reassurance such as my 98 year old nana. I’m lucky I have status but under the current BA seat selection policy some people are being discriminated on the grounds of being childless.
You're right of course, but given the concept of need, it's unlikely that a 12 year old would need to be extended the same support and your 98 year old nana may or may not, but you're both adults and can determine whether extra assistance is necessary or not.
Some people are not being discriminated against on the grounds of being childless, but - as would be accepted in any civilised society - it is accepted that their needs are not the same as young children and this is recognised appropriately. They may also be discriminated against on the grounds of not being able to afford seat selection or not being status holders, but strangely nobody seems to be complaining about that.