""I think it is neither arrogance, ignorance or "badge of authority". I view these people as rats on a treadmill, who are in fear of their jobs. I, as my own boss, turn on my phone when I want to.
It is soooo nice not to have to answer to anyone.""
It's also sooo nice not to be sat next to an 'own businessman' that thinks his business overrides the considerations of anybody else, let alone any 'silly' rules that might be imposed upon him.
Sorry if I used the word 'arrogance' in my OP