Security screening process to be improved at the airport

Sunday 16 July 2017

Ports of Jersey say they are going to improve the security screening process at the Airport.

The programme of works, which will take place over the coming weeks, includes increasing the space for passengers preparing for security and those repacking bags.

The X-ray machines will be moved, and a dedicated security lane for passengers who require special assistance will also be created, while the security lanes will be 'reconfigured' to make it easier for passengers to move through. 

Ports of Jersey say they are "...confident these enhancements will alleviate many of the anxieties experienced by departing passengers" but are asking for their support and co-operation throughout the screening process. 

Work on the new security layout will be phased over the coming weeks at quieter times of the day to cause minimum disruption to passengers.

Pictured: Passengers are reminded to observe the restrictions for liquids and other items while travelling with hand luggage.

Jersey Airport are also reminding passengers to make sure they follow the current restrictions that apply to liquids and other items in hand luggage, which have in place for more than 10 years. Many passengers appear to be unaware of, or simply fail to comply with, these restrictions, which leads to delays at security along with subsequent confiscation of prohibited items.

Already in 2017, security agents at Jersey Airport have confiscated almost 7,000 over-sized bottles along with in excess of 1,000 prohibited items, including knives, all of which has had a significant impact on how quickly passengers have been able to get through security.