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Monday, 02 September 2024

BBC News

• UK and EU airports are sticking with 100ml liquid rule - but why?Air travellers who hoped the era of "tiny toiletries" was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment.

The Guardian

• ‘The new digital flex’: the airport tray trend stirring outrage and delightHigh-end possessions artfully placed in grey plastic security trays are giving #foodstagram a run for its money. They might be grey, plastic and reportedly very dirty, but airport security trays are in demand. Online, a new trend called the “airport tray aesthetic” sees people carefully curating the contents of a tray, showcasing their shoes, scents, accessories, headphones, hats and reading material against a backdrop of polypropylene – and then photographing it to share with their followers.Sometimes called “TSA tray aesthetic”

City AM

• Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary considers entering package holiday market Michael O'Leary said he wouldn't rule out setting up a package holiday division amid concern over the resilience of near-term flight demand.

Birmingham Mail

• New UK and EU airport rule from today with 'no date for when it will be relaxed'All travellers will be prohibited from carrying any liquids, gels, or aerosols in cans, containers or jars exceeding 100ml in their hand luggage.

Other News Sources

• The expansion of Gatwick Airport would be a significant loss to societyWhen approving airport expansions, the government is prioritising the interests of wealthy frequent flyers over the well-being of society, argues NEF's Alex Chapman