The operator of Dublin Airport has announced new security rules surrounding liquids and gels in hand luggage, due to come into effect at midnight tonight.
The changes are the result of a multi-million euro upgrade of the airport's scanning technology.
Thirty new C3 scanners, which make it easier to detect what is inside passengers' bags, have been rolled out in both terminals.
But what exactly are the new rules and how will it affect the passenger experience when going through security?
What are the new rules?
- Passengers can bring liquids and gels in containers of up to two litres through security.
- Liquids, gels and electronics can stay in carry-on baggage when going through security.
- Liquids and gels no longer need to be packed inside clear plastic bags.
- There is no limit in the number of liquids and gels in carry-on baggage.
What is staying the same?
- Passengers must continue to remove belts, footwear which extends over the ankle, jackets, hoodies, oversized jumpers and cardigans and place them in the security tray.
- All items must be removed from pockets.
- Sharp objects over 6cm in length are not allowed in carry-on baggage.
What cannot be brought through?
- Sharp items including knives (with blades over 6cm), razor blades, box cutters, scissors (over 6cm from fulcrum), axes, hatchets, cleavers, ice axes, ice picks, swords, sabres and sharp or pointed martial arts equipment
- Tools including crowbars, saws, blowtorches, drills, drill bits, bolt guns, nail guns and any tool with a blade or shaft over 6cm (e.g. screwdrivers or chisels)
- Stunning devices and incapacitting devices including stun guns, tasers, animal killers, incapacitating chemicals, gases or sprays (e.g. mace), pepper sprays, tear gas and animal repellent spray
- Projectile-firing weapons including firearms, toy guns, replica/imitation guns, firearm parts (except telescopic sights), airguns, pellet guns, BB guns, flare guns, starting pistols, bows or crossbows, arrows, harpoon guns, spear guns, slingshots and catapults
What are the old liquids and electronics rules (which remain in place until midnight)?
- Liquids must be in containers under 100ml.
- These liquids must be packed in a clear bag, separated from carry-on baggage and placed in trays.
- Electronics, coins, wallets, belts, jewellery and metal-strap watches must be placed in a tray.
- Those travelling through a C3 machine in Terminal 2 can leave electronics in their bag.
