Delays Caused by Liquid Regulations

The introduction of security arrangements that limit the amount of liquid passengers are permitted to carry has been causing delays at UK Airports.

Introduced in November 2006, in the wake of the transatlantic terror plot, the regulations restrict passengers to 100ml quantities of fluids that must be displayed and carried in clear, sealable plastic wallets. Delays have been caused as customers arrive unprepared and need to re-pack and make adjustments to their luggage and by those protesting the new rules. Manchester Airport state that protests to the new regulations have ranged from frustrated customers attempting to taking frozen bottles of water aboard as solids, emptying soup into the bags in order to take a lunch aboard and even a "dirty protest."

Manchester Airport have announced that from Monday 19th February, they will no longer be providing free plastic wallets to passengers. A spokesman for Manchester airport stated that passengers need to take "responsibility to make sure they know the restrictions when they arrive and follow them."

Regulations...

Following the security guidelines and packing sensibly before you set off will do a great deal to alleviate delays. Spend a little more time on your packing and checking your bags for liquids before you start off and the security checks will be a lot faster. For your convenience, here's the current security regulations regarding liquids:

Liquids
Limited quantities of liquids, gels and pastes can be included in carry on bags. These liquids must be held in individual containers not exceeding 100ml (approximately 4 fl. oz).

Baby milk and liquid baby food (the contents to be tasted by the accompanying passenger).
The Definition of liquids now allowed in a separate clear plastic, zip-top or re-sealable bag that does not exceed 20 cm x 20 cm (8 inches x 8 inches) or one litre capacity includes:
Shampoo, creams, suntan lotions, toothpaste, hair gel, hair spray, perfumes, liquid or aerosol deodorants, cosmetics such as mascara and lip gloss, water and other drinks, soups and syrups.

These items need to fit in the bag comfortably and the bag must be completely closed.

Remember, think about what you pack before you fly and arrive at the airport early, at least 2 hours before your flight. For further updates and travel news, make it easy going - make it Holiday Extras.