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Business · 8 August 2026

Vapes, power banks, tablets can stop bags getting on planes

Vapes, power banks, tablets can stop bags getting on planes

Manchester Airport warns passengers against packing vapes, power banks, and tablets in hold luggage this summer. These small electronic devices contain powerful lithium batteries that can catch fire if faulty or too hot. Security staff must remove such items, which can cause delays and stop bags making flights.

Reported by Manchester Evening News · How we write briefs

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