Critcaact
Thanks for your response.It is apparent that the US is miles ahead of the UK/Europe in this area.
BA is the only airline in the UK with a bid system of any note (as far as I am aware).
Most people say they are unacceptable but just seem apathetic to the schedules many of us suffer every month.Perhaps the legal limitations don't allow some options, but I really believe they could be vastly improved- to everyones benefit.