5 April 2024
Following yesterday’s (4th April 2024) announcement that despite being given a deadline for June 1, some UK airports will fail to have new security technology in place which would see an end to 100ml liquid requirements.
Julia Lo Bue-Said, CEO of The Advantage Travel Partnership, commented on this announcement.
Lo Bue-Said said, “This summer is set to be incredibly busy for UK airports with millions of Brits travelling abroad, so it is vital that travellers have a clear understanding of the rules and restrictions in place at each airport in order to avoid any disruption.
With travellers now facing different rules depending on their departure airport this could potentially result in significant delays at security unless they receive the necessary guidance beforehand. It is important that UK airports collectively work with the government to ensure there is very clear messaging around the rules so both leisure and business travellers have complete clarity as to what is required.
Implementing the next generation systems at airports around the world is a major task requiring significant infrastructure changes and it will inevitably take time for all worldwide airports to be aligned. Whilst it’s disappointing that not all airports will be ready in time before the summer, we hope to see the new scanners implemented seamlessly across all UK airports as soon as possible. We expect the removal of the 100ml liquid restrictions will increase the speed and efficiency of security checks while improving the overall airport experience for travellers.
We would advise all travellers to continue travelling as usual and keep to the current 100ml rules, this way it won’t impact them if their departure airport has different rules to their inbound airport, or to check the requirements with the airports they’re using before their departure. Alternatively, they should speak to their travel agent who will be able to give them all of the most relevant, up to date travel advice.”
