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Airport security 100ml liquid rule to be scrapped

The Government has announced that it will eliminate the 100ml liquid limit at major UK airports over the next two years, enhancing air travellers’ travel experiences.

After new technology is implemented, travellers will be able to leave liquids and large electrical items in their cabin luggage while they pass through security. The government has given airports until June 2024 to update its security checks, but until then, the current regulations, which include a prohibition on liquids and gels in containers larger than 100ml in hand luggage, may still apply.

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According to the Department for Transport, this new technology will also increase passenger safety because security personnel will have more detailed photos of what passengers are carrying. On Thursday, new laws were announced that, in the words of the DfT, “will make it easier to streamline the processes that apply to UK airports in the future.”

By 2024, major airports in the UK will have the newest security technology installed, reducing overall on queues, enhancing the traveller experience, and most critically, identifying possible threats, according to Transport Secretary Mark Harper.

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It will take two years for this to be fully implemented, so of course it won’t happen right immediately. Before departing, travellers must continue to follow by the current regulations. At the moment, passengers are obliged to remove laptops and tablets from hand luggage and to place liquids in clear plastic bags that can store no more than 100ml of liquid per container.

“This investment in next-generation security by the UK’s airport operators will provide a great step forward for UK air travel, matching the best in class around the world,” said Christopher Snelling, policy director at the Airport Operators Association (AOA), which represents the interests of UK airports.

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Toronto’s Abandoned Airport Set to Transform into a Futuristic City

In a bold and visionary move, an abandoned airport in Toronto, Canada, is set to undergo a dramatic transformation into a sprawling mega-city, thanks to an ambitious £12.3 billion ($22 billion CAD) redevelopment plan.

This groundbreaking project has recently been given the green light by local officials and promises to create a vibrant, thriving community over the next three decades. Spanning 370 acres of unused land, the development will see the creation of seven distinct neighborhoods, designed to accommodate up to 83,500 residents.

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What sets this project apart is its commitment to preserving the historical essence of the former airport. Developers have pledged to retain key elements of the site, including 11 aircraft hangars and half a mile of the original runway. These remnants of the past will be ingeniously repurposed, giving the new city a unique character that pays homage to the area’s rich history, particularly its role in aircraft manufacturing during World War II.

The heart of the first mixed-use district will feature the old hangars, which will serve as central hubs for community activities. These iconic structures will be surrounded by a mix of shops, restaurants, and even a library, all lining the preserved runway, now reimagined as a pedestrian walkway. This blend of the old and the new is expected to attract a diverse range of businesses and residents, creating a vibrant, interconnected community.

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The first phase of development is anticipated to generate 7,000 new jobs, providing local residents with opportunities to live and work within the same community. This district will include 2,850 housing units, primarily composed of mid-rise apartment buildings, catering to a variety of lifestyles and needs.

Northcrest Developments, the company behind this visionary project, believes that the unique nature of the development will appeal to businesses seeking distinctive and innovative workspaces that are currently unavailable in the market. According to company spokesperson Goring, “There’s an opportunity to attract companies that actually want to be here but can’t because they can’t find these types of locations.”

As the project progresses, it is expected to become a model for sustainable urban development, seamlessly blending history with modernity.