Edinburgh Airport first in Scotland to make major change amid summer holidays
A major change has been announced at Edinburgh Airport, in what has been described as a 'momentous day'.
The airport has become the first in Scotland to lift the 100ml liquids rule, welcoming the introduction of 'top-of-the-range' security technology. Passengers heading on summer holidays will now be able to keep liquids in their bags, with containers able to have up to two litres each.
This comes after new X-rays were installed as part of a £24 million investment. Large electricals like laptops and tablets can also be kept inside bags.
Airport officials have reminded passengers that this may not be the case at their return destinations, and they should check security rules at other airports.
Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said: "This is a big day for our passengers and the airport team – we are delighted to be able to lift this rule and really transform the whole security process, making it easier for everyone.
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"A whole generation of travellers have only known the 100ml rule to be the case, so it really is a momentous day as we become the first airport in Scotland to lift the rule since it was introduced in 2006. The change allows more flexibility for passengers to take liquids through security, all while maintaining and improving our high safety levels through the use of 3D technology.
"But it is important that passengers continue to check with the situation at their return airport as not all airports will be moving away from 100ml just yet."
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