EU regulations require travellers to carry liquids and toiletries under 100mls in a clear bag
clipped from: www.irishtimes.com EU regulations require travellers to carry liquids and toiletries under 100mls in a clear bagBAGGAGE CHARGES for airline passengers will reach a whole new level from today with the introduction of charges for resealable plastic bags in which to carry liquids, gels and other toiletries under 100mls.
Dublin Airport Authority is to begin charging customers €1 for two clear plastic bags to hold their liquids while passing through passenger security.
The bags, which are regulation size, can be purchased at locations throughout the departures floor at Dublin airport.
Under EU regulations all containers of 100mls or less – about a third of the size of a standard soft drink can – of liquids, gels, pastes, lotions, cosmetics and contact lens solution must be carried in a transparent, resealable plastic bag through passenger screening areas.
“Ryanair will consider offering passengers the chance to buy two bags for 50 cent,” she added.