Many threads have asked how to get a free upgrade, well now we know there is a guaranteed way
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/a...des/article.do
Appears to be an unofficial currency in operation on BA
Culture Secretary - 1 class upgrade Economy to Premium Economy
Home Secretary - 1 Class Biz to First or 2 class Eco to Biz
Prime Minister and Wife, 3 class from economy to First
Leader of Opposition - 1 Class upgrade (Bet Cameron is disappointed he rates no higher than Alex Salmond)
Virgin appear to be far better. Their claim is they upgrade everyone in order to allow them to sample their excellent products. Must book Eco with them to Vegas next month and see what happens.