When travelling abroad, you’ll need to be aware of the things you can and can’t take in your hand luggage and with the usual long tick list of everything else to remember, it’s understandable if you need a refresh of the rules. New is being operated in some UK airports while others are still waiting for it. It means that liquids don't have to be taken out of your hand luggage as you go through security in the airports where it is being operated.
Instead, it can stay in your bag and go through the scanner in the tray with your other belongings. Let’s take a look at the hand luggage rules and restrictions. explains that passengers will need to check the size and quantity of bags that the airline they are flying with allows.
Airlines may have different rules on bag sizes so it's worth checking with your airline if you're unsure of what is and isn't allowed to be used for your hand luggage. Restrictions are in place for how much liquid you can take in your hand luggage and passengers are encouraged to pack liquids in their hold luggage (checked-in luggage) if possible. Liquids include all drinks, cosmetics and toiletries and sprays including deodorants, hairspray and shaving foam, to name a few.
A full list of liquids included can be found on the government website. If liquids are packed in your hand luggage, the containers should hold a maximum of 100 ml and they must be in one transparent, resealable plastic bag that can hold no more than a litre and that measures appro.
