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Travel Advice for Passengers

On Monday 06th November, new security measures came into effect for all passengers travelling from UK airports.  All passengers starting their journey at a UK airport and those transferring from international flights at a UK airport are required to be aware of the following:

Cabin Baggage

ONE item only of cabin baggage is permitted through the airport security search point, the dimensions of this item must not exceed: a maximum length of 56 cm, width of 45 cm and depth of 25 cm (including wheels, handles, side pockets etc.). Other bags, such as handbags, may be carried within the single item of cabin baggage. All items carried by passengers will be x-ray screened.

Mobility aids

Pushchairs, walking aids and wheelchairs are permitted but will be screened.

Liquids

Some liquids are allowed once again through airport security check points.  There are however, restrictions on the quantity of liquids that can be taken through.  Please see www.dft.gov.uk   (Department for Transport website) for quantity and sizes.

Large electrical items / Laptops

Laptops and other large electrical items (e.g. a large hairdryer) have to be removed from cabin baggage and screened separately. (Note: a laptop bag will be regarded as your one item that is allowed in the cabin).

Musical instruments

Musical instruments which do not fit in the permitted cabin baggage size (maximum length of 56 cm, width of 45 cm and depth of 25 cm (including wheels, handles, side pockets etc.)) are, as an exception, allowed as a second item of cabin baggage, and will need to be screened. Larger instruments (e.g. cellos) are also permitted into the cabin following screening. However, passengers should check with their airlines if special arrangements (e.g. purchasing an extra seat) for these large instruments need to be made.

Oversized baggage

All other items of oversized luggage are required to be placed in the aircraft hold.

These are the requirements set down by the Department for Transport. Airlines and Airports may have additional measures in place, and passengers are strongly advised to check the website of their carrier or airport before travelling.

Additionally, if passengers have any questions on their travel arrangements or security in place at airports they should contact the airport or their airline.

For further information click on the following links:-

www.news.bbc.co.uk

www.durhamteesvalleyairport.com

www.newcastleairport.com