Airport security

The new rules involving liquids and gels in passenger's hand luggage came into effect on Friday.

Officers attended 5,598 incidents last year, ranging from disturbances to border control issues, up 41% on 2022.

SpieJet has alleged its staff members suffered a spinal fracture and grevious injuries due to the assault.

The change takes effect immediately, though a "multi-layered" security screening will remain, say US officials.

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander says passengers should check with airports about carry-on rules.

It will now be possible to carry liquids in containers of up to two litres through security in hand luggage.

Freddie the beagle had detected prohibited agricultural products in the passenger's luggage, authorities say.