The introduction of new airport security scanners in UK airports is on the horizon, so what do you need to know?
The government has asked all UK airports to install machines by June 2024. Dubbed ‘Next Generation Security’, the technology will make the whole security screening process much simpler for passengers once in place.
At the moment, you are required to remove all large electrical items from your hand luggage and place them separately in the security tray. You're also asked to keep liquid containers below 100ml, and put them into a transparent, resealable bag - again, this must be placed separately from your baggage in the security tray. This will remain the case until Summer 2024.
When current restrictions are lifted, you will be able to leave laptops and tablets in your hand luggage and the 100ml liquid container limit will change to up to 2 litres.
Here at London Luton Airport, we’re on track to switch over to the new scanners by June, in line with government guidance. However, until they are fully operational you will have to follow current security rules.
Once the new airport scanners are in operation and new rules are in place, please rememer to check your destination airport’s rules if you're travelling with just hand luggage. You don’t want a surprise when flying back that they still require passengers to adhere to liquid rules!