IT'S IMPORTANT to know what you can and can't pack in your hand luggage when travelling through airport security. While lots of unusual items like human remains and animal horns are allowed to be taken onto a plane, there are some restrictions on common household items. 1 Travellers have been warned they face delays if they pack candles Credit: Getty A candle is one common household item that might cause delays at the security gate.
While it's not illegal to take a lighter onto a plane, there are plenty of rules travellers need to know. Travellers trudging through security have had the item inspected and swabbed individually in case they concealed illegal substances. UK LIQUID RULE EXPLAINED New scanners are currently being installed at airports across the UK , which will prevent holidaymakers from having to remove electronic items or liquids from their bags at security gates.
Liquid allowances will also increase from 100ml to 2litres, when the new scanners are fully operational. Only a few airports have completely installed the new scanners, including Birmingham Airport , Bristol Airport, Teesside Airport, London City Airport, Aberdeen Airport and Leeds Bradford Airport. Even though some UK airports have the new scanners installed, the 100ml liquid rule remains in place.
Hand Luggage rules at UK airports explained Going through airport security can be a stressful experience, so it's important to be aware of strict hand luggage rules before you travel. Most UK airports will b.
