A reminder that anyone holding BA Avios points might consider using them up prior to the major change in the rules coming up on 28 April. From that date, most economy passengers in the cheapest seats will have to fly a lot more to earn a lot less miles. Biz and 1st passengers will earn more miles according to the price paid rather than miles flown. But they will also have to pay up to 50% more miles for free flights in those classes. This brings BA more into line with some of the American carriers.

Don't hang on to your seats. Cathay Pacific is coming up with its own changes in the near future.