Airports in the UK are planning to scrap their ban on liquids over 100ml in hand luggage by 2024. According to new travel rules, passengers will no longer need to remove laptops from their bags when going through security and will be able to board with liquids over 100ml.
Major airports across the country will be fitted with more advanced security scanners, which will allow for the policy change in the next two years. At present, passengers who fail to remove items from their hand luggage or attempt to travel with liquids over 100ml are considered to be the biggest cause of delays at airport security.
The rule change has been called "a game-changer" by insiders, as it is expected to considerably speed up the security process. New 3D baggage screening equipment is currently being tested at Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, the Mirror reports.
