"Now, I never make a fuss, but I had to stand all the way back for two-and-a-half hours because nobody decided to give up their seat, the 73-year-old told a recent interviewer. I couldn't believe it, she said, attributing this to being invisible to younger generations, who have no respect for their elders. So if you're asking me, do people not really notice you as you get older, I'm afraid I do notice that, she continued."
"The etiquette of when to offer your seat on public transport is some of the most complicated we're forced to navigate probably worldwide, but definitely in Britain, where most of us are easily mortified, and could then be trapped together, at least until the next stop, to endure the aftermath. When you factor in that it must be done in full view of numerous spectators, no wonder so many commuters pretend not to notice who is standing near them."
Celia Imrie hosted the 80th anniversary VJ Day commemoration at the Armed Forces Memorial in Staffordshire attended by King Charles and Queen Camilla. Her return journey to London involved standing for two-and-a-half hours because no one offered a seat. She described feeling invisible to younger generations and interpreted the incident as a lack of respect for elders. Visible factors such as bright clothing and a recognisable face did not prompt offers. The etiquette of offering seats on public transport is complex and fraught with potential embarrassment. Many commuters avoid offering seats to prevent the risk of mistakenly insulting someone in front of others.
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