New Hand Luggage Rules For Major UK Airports

As London City Airport becomes the first in the UK to scrap the 100ml liquid rule in hand luggage, so government pressure mounts on other regional airports follow suit.

Kevin Harrison, Managing Director of business travel management specialist, Good Travel Management, said: “This recent change, which will come into force at London City Airport from Easter, making business travel quicker and easier.

“The changes are part of the recent rollout of new advanced CT X-ray scanners that are to be introduced across all major UK airports, with the government giving airline bosses until June 2024 to take up the new technology.”

He said that passengers flying to and from London City Airport would be able to take up to two litres of liquid in hand luggage. Liquids would also no longer need to be placed in transparent, resealable plastic bags thanks to the new technology.

“This small change is sure to provide business travellers with more flexibility for packing and could help save on the cost of purchasing a checked bag,” he said.

“In addition to this, travellers will no longer be required to remove electronics like laptops, tablets or other large electrical items from their hand luggage ahead of security checks, significantly speeding up time spent going through security.

“The improved security measures will mean airport staff are able to see hand luggage contents in 3D (as opposed to 2D), improving the detection of potential threats while reducing queuing times and improving the overall passenger experience.

“While the changes will undoubtedly provide a more efficient service to all passengers, corporate travellers are sure to feel the greatest benefit.

"The new rules allow those travelling solely with cabin luggage – as most business tourists do – to overcome the hurdle of slow security checks, enabling them to move quickly throughout airports and get on with doing business.

“However, it’s important to note business travellers will still need to check what security measures are in place ahead of travelling, particularly when flying overseas, as this may differ depending on the airport.”