Zebedee Tring Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I have recently turned 60 and acquired a Freedom > Pass, although I don't regard myself as 'elderly' > - far from it. However, I've paid taxes for a > considerable time and consider that I've earned > the Pass. I also expect to be treated with a bit > of respect by public servants, who indeed should > show respect to everybody regardless of their age. 60 is still working age, you are not elderly. Respect should be shown, couldn't agree more, and I never said otherwise. Not quite sure why you quoted my post?