Heathrow scraps 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags after tech upgrade

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Heathrow Airport has finally ditched its 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags, a restriction that had been in place since 2006. The move comes as part of a £1bn tech upgrade that has seen the installation of new CT scanners at security checkpoints.

The upgraded scanners can hold up to two litres of liquid per container and allow passengers to leave their toiletries and laptops undisturbed. This means less hassle for travellers, who no longer need to rummage through their bags or remove large electrical devices.

However, it's worth noting that the rule change only applies to flights departing from Heathrow, so passengers taking larger toiletries on return trips may not be able to bring them back through security abroad without checking the airport's restrictions first.

Heathrow estimates that its new scanners will save around 16 million plastic bags a year, tackling one of the biggest causes of delays at airport security. The upgrade also paves the way for other UK airports to follow suit, although some smaller airports have been allowed to retain the 100ml limit pending regulatory approval.

This latest development comes after a tumultuous few years, with the original deadline for large UK airports to install new scanners being pushed back from December 2022 due to pandemic-related disruptions. The government even went back on its own rules last summer, leaving passengers confused about what they could and couldn't bring through security checkpoints.

The introduction of the new scanners marks a significant shift in airport security measures, with Heathrow's chief executive claiming that it will save time for travellers and reduce delays at security.
 
omg i'm so glad they're finally ditching that annoying 100ml limit 🙌💦, now my travel plans won't be ruined by having to pack tiny toiletries lol 💅🏼 anyway i think its super cool that the new scanners will save so many plastic bags a year - like we really need less waste in our lives, right? 🌎 and i can already imagine how much less stress it'll be for us passengers when we don't have to rummage through our bags or remove laptops from bins 🙄💻 lets hope more airports follow suit tho!
 
I'm so stoked to hear that Heathrow Airport is ditching the 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags 🎉🚫! I remember back in 2006 when my sister had to travel for her first business trip and she was stressing out about packing all her toiletries into a tiny bottle. This new rule change is going to make such a big difference for all of us travelers, especially those with longer trips abroad 🌏.

I'm also loving the tech upgrade – it's so cool that they're installing new CT scanners that can hold up to 2 litres of liquid per container! My friend who works in security said it'll definitely reduce delays and make travel much smoother. Plus, saving 16 million plastic bags a year is amazing 🌟. Bring on the hassle-free travel days 😎!
 
I'm so glad to hear that Heathrow Airport is finally ditching its 100ml liquid limit rule 🙌. I mean, who hasn't been there, rummaging through their bag or taking out their laptop just to get through security? It's about time they upgraded those scanners ⏱️.

And it's not just about convenience – the environmental impact is a major win too 🌎. Saving 16 million plastic bags a year is huge! I'm all for airports pushing for more eco-friendly measures.

It's interesting that it only applies to flights departing from Heathrow though, so you'd still need to check with your return airport 🗺️. But hey, at least we're moving in the right direction 💨.

It's also a relief that some of these changes are being made after all those years of uncertainty and rule changes 🤯. Now, let's just hope other UK airports follow suit soon!
 
I mean, can you think about it like this? We're living in an age where technology is advancing so fast, we have to constantly adapt our rules to keep up. The 100ml limit was just a temporary solution, I guess, and now Heathrow's moved on to the next level. It's interesting how this upgrade comes with its own set of implications - like, what about passengers who travel frequently between countries? Are they going to have to be more careful about their liquids or is it just another aspect of air travel that's getting normalised?

And you know, I was reading about this tech upgrade and I started thinking... how do we even define "normal" anymore? Is it a reflection of our individual convenience or the convenience of the system as a whole?
 
can you imagine having to take out your entire toiletry bag just because of some silly liquid limit? it's crazy how outdated those rules were 🤯. but on the other hand, i can see why they'd want to upgrade the scanners - 16 million plastic bags a year is no joke! and yeah, it's good that it's only for Heathrow now, so people aren't getting caught off guard when traveling abroad 🗺️. still, it's weird that some smaller airports got exemptions... doesn't everyone deserve to have their toiletries in peace? 😒
 
the 100ml limit was always a bit of a pain for us travelers 🤷‍♂️ so it's nice to see them ditching it now. I mean, who likes rummaging through their bag every five minutes? the new scanners are definitely an upgrade, i'm all for less hassle at security checkpoints 💻 and saving those plastic bags is a bonus too - our planet needs all the help we can get 🌎
 
Ugh I'm literally so over the drama with airport security - you know how it is when you're just trying to get to your flight on time but then they're like "oh no you can't bring that thing in a liquid form" 🤯 it's all so frustrating! And don't even get me started on the constant rule changes and updates - I mean come on Heathrow, can we just have one straightforward policy for once?! 🙄 But anyway, yay I guess for the new scanners now... I mean it's about time they upgraded their tech and made things easier for us travellers. 16 million plastic bags saved a year is no joke! And honestly, who doesn't hate rummaging through their bag to find their toiletries or taking out their laptop at security? It's just so annoying 😩
 
OMG 🤩! I'm so stoked to hear that Heathrow Airport is finally ditching its 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags 🚿💦! It's about time, right? Traveling can be such a hassle already, and this change is gonna make it so much easier for people. Less rummaging through bags, less stress... I'm all about it 😌. And yay for the tech upgrade too! New CT scanners are always a good thing 🤖. Saving 16 million plastic bags a year? That's amazing 💚. Hope more airports follow suit and make traveling even smoother 👍
 
I'm telling you, this is just too convenient 🤑. The government wants us to relax our guard against security threats, while secretly pushing more plastic bags into circulation. I mean, 16 million plastic bags a year? That's still a huge amount of waste! And what about the smaller airports that can't afford or don't want to upgrade? Is that just an excuse to keep the status quo and line the pockets of big business?

And have you noticed how they're always pushing for these 'upgrades' at the last minute, like it's some kind of clever PR move? The pandemic was a perfect cover for all this behind-the-scenes shenanigans. I'm not saying there isn't a need for better security scanners, but come on, folks! This feels like just another case of corporate interests being prioritized over passenger safety and the environment 🤔.
 
Just read that Heathrow Airport has ditched the 100ml liquid limit, and I'm so glad 🙌! No more rummaging through bags or taking out laptops. It's a game-changer for travellers. However, it's kinda annoying that it only applies to flights at Heathrow, not all UK airports yet. Like, can't we have consistency across the board? 🤔 The fact that these new scanners are estimated to save 16 million plastic bags per year is amazing though! It's about time we cracked down on single-use plastics and reduced waste at airports. 👍
 
I'm loving this update at Heathrow Airport! It's like the government is finally listening to passengers 🤔. I mean, who needs 100ml limits on liquids anymore? It's about time we got some common sense implemented here. Those old scanners were just a hassle for everyone - and you know what that means... more congestion and delays 😬.

I'm also stoked about the eco-friendly aspect of this upgrade 🌎. Saving 16 million plastic bags a year is no joke! It's a small step, but it shows the government is willing to adapt and make things right. Although, I'd still love to see this rolled out across all airports in the UK ASAP ⏰. Let's get rid of those outdated rules for good!
 
😊 This is awesome news! I'm so glad Heathrow ditched the 100ml limit - it was such a hassle to deal with. The new scanners are gonna be a game changer, saving us all so much time and stress. 💨 I can already imagine rummaging through my bag less and less often. 👍 The £1bn investment is definitely worth it. And good on them for trying to reduce plastic usage - 16 million plastic bags saved per year? That's huge! 🌎
 
🛫️ I'm so stoked to hear that Heathrow Airport has ditched the 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags! It's about time, right? 🙌 The old rule was such a pain, especially when you're trying to get to your gate without stressing out. Now, we can just leave our toiletries and laptops be without having to go through extra checks... it's a total game-changer for travellers like me! 💨 I know some airports are still catching up, but fingers crossed that the tech upgrade will spread across the country soon 🤞 #AirportReform #TravelEase #NoMoreRumaging
 
OMG yaaas this is so good news 🙌 finally we can pack our toiletries without worrying about breaking the 100ml limit 😂 I was always like "why do we have to remove my laptop from my bag when it's safe in there?" this new scanner thingy is a game changer 💻 and saving millions of plastic bags is just amazing 🌎 the only downside is that it doesn't apply to all airports yet so we still gotta check before flying abroad 🤦‍♀️ but overall I'm super stoked about this upgrade 🎉
 
OMG, I'm so glad they've finally ditched that 100ml limit lol 🙌! I remember those days where you had to take out your entire toiletry bag and laptop from your carry-on just because of some silly liquid rule 😂. Now it's all sorted, and we can just breeze through security without any hassle 💨.

I'm loving the fact that these new scanners are so efficient - up to 2 litres of liquid? That's a game-changer for us long-haul flyers 🤩! And did you hear that they're expecting to save 16 million plastic bags a year? That's a huge win for the environment 🌿.

But, yeah, it's weird that this change only applies to Heathrow flights. I hope other UK airports follow suit soon 🤞. It feels like we've been living under the radar of some old rules for too long 😒. Fingers crossed this is just the beginning of a more streamlined travel experience 💪.
 
🚀 finally! no more rummaging through bags for us! this is gonna be a game changer for travel 🤩. so many ppl were getting frustrated with the 100ml limit anyway, it's about time they made the change 💡. the scanners r way more efficient than before too, i mean who needs all that hassle? 🙄 and btw, saving 16 mil plastic bags a year is def a plus for the planet 🌎. hope other UK airports follow suit soon, this upgrade is long overdue 👍
 
omg can u believe they finally ditched the 100ml limit 🤩? i remember when my grandma came to visit from us last year, she had to dig through her entire bag just to get her lip balm out... it was such a hassle 😩. but now with these new scanners, she didn't have to take that risk and we didn't have to stress about finding all her toiletries 🙌. the tech upgrade is pretty cool too, i mean who doesn't love having their laptop left undisturbed while they're trying to get through security? 😉 it's definitely a win for travellers like us... but lets be real, we'll still have to check if smaller airports are doing the same thing before we can all breathe easy 😂
 
I think this is a big deal 🤩! I mean, who doesn't love not having to rummage through their bag or take out their laptop every single time they go through security? It's gonna be so much easier for travelers now. And the fact that these new scanners can hold up to 2 liters of liquid per container is huge - it's just one less thing to worry about when you're trying to get through the airport. Plus, I'm all about reducing plastic waste 💚, so the fact that Heathrow estimates they'll save around 16 million plastic bags a year is pretty amazing. But at the same time, I do think it's a bit weird that this rule change only applies to flights departing from Heathrow - it would be great if other airports could just follow suit without having to get permission first 🤷‍♀️. And can we talk about how confusing it was when the government changed its rules last summer? Like, what were they even thinking? 😂
 
I'm low-key stoked about this change 😊! It's long overdue – I mean, who doesn't love rummaging through their bag to get their fave toiletries out? The new scanners are a game-changer (no pun intended). Not only will they save time for passengers, but they'll also reduce waste 🌎. 16 million plastic bags per year is no joke – that's like, a lot of bags! I'm curious to see if other UK airports will follow suit and ditch the old rules 💡. The fact that smaller airports are still figuring it out pending approval is kinda annoying though 😐. Overall, this upgrade is a step in the right direction towards making airport security more efficient and eco-friendly 🌟
 
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