Passengers allowed to keep liquids and electronics in bags at Scots airport

Passengers travelling through a Scottish airport can now keep liquids and large electronics in their bags following a multi-million pound project.

Eight new scanners have been installed to transform the security hall at Edinburgh Airport by adding two lanes to its existing six.

The airport said the £24m investment “completely modernises” the process thanks to new technology which is also in place at other VINCI Airports

Passengers are being told they can now move through security quicker, with passenger and staff safety said to be elevated due to the use of 3D functionality.

Liquids still need to be 100ml or under but can remain in bags.

This means the airport will no longer issue single-use plastic bags.

Michael Hering, head of security at Edinburgh Airport said: “This will be welcome news for the millions of passengers who travel through Edinburgh Airport every year, and we’re glad to be able to complete this project and speed up the process.

“We’ve invested almost £24m to install this cutting-edge technology to improve the overall experience for passengers, and 97% of passengers are already passing through in under ten minutes.

“It’s also important to note that our high safety levels have been maintained and improved on due to the 3D technology, meaning it is a faster, more secure process in time for peak summer.”