Mum ‘horrified’ after learning she can’t take Wensleydale cheese on flight
We’re five days away from Christmas and things are getting festive.
Those who are flying abroad to see family will have bags mostly packed and tickets booked.
However, it seems some festive travellers are being caught short by the new rules about what you can take to the EU post-Brexit.
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A parent posted on Mumsnet at the weekend asking if Wensleydale cheese would be edible after seven hours in her bags, only for her to be shocked and upset when fellow mums told her that Brits are no longer able to take cheese to EU countries.
She asked: “I’ve googled but am still not sure if Wensleydale cheese will be safe to eat after being in hold baggage and out of a fridge for 7 hours.
“I don’t won’t to freeze it as the texture goes weird. Im not going anywhere warm.
“Does anyone know if it’s ok? I don’t want to give anyone a bad stomach.”
But, many replied about the updated export rules.
One mum noted: “Where are you travelling to? Since Brexit you can’t take cheese to Europe.”
To which the holidaymaker responded: “Oh no. I’m going to Germany. I never even thought it wouldn’t be allowed.
“I was just wondering about food safety. Is this one of the many advantages of Brexit… Unable to travel with Wensleydale.”
Having looked at the EU rules she sadly added: “It’s official. I’ve just checked and no meat or dairy allowed to be taken into the EU.”
One person suggested she take home some vegan Wensleydale which would be allowed, but the mum said: “What would be the point?”
She added: “It's horrifying. I bet they've got a scent hound at Manchester specially trained to detect the tang of a good chunk of Wensleydale across an entire departure area.”
Mumsnet posters were, of course, correct that cheese and meat can no longer be taken from the UK to the EU.
Europa.eu states: “If you travel to the EU from a non-EU country, you are not allowed to bring any meat or dairy products with you.
“You can however bring a limited quantity of fruit and vegetables as well as eggs, egg products and honey.
“Restricted quantities of fish or fish products are also allowed.”
The same rules do not apply when travelling from the EU to the UK.
The gov.uk site states: “From the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, the Faroe Islands and Greenland.
“You can bring in the following for personal use: dairy, fish, meat ((there are restrictions if you’re bringing in more than 2kgs of pork or pork products), other animal products.”
This isn’t the only time Brits have been surprised by what foods are allowed on planes.
Hand luggage rules at airport security aren't just about the 100ml liquid restrictions – there are also rules on what food items you can take in your bags.
It may seem obvious, but what is classed as a liquid isn’t always as you expect.
Sauces, jams and preserves, honey and chutney are all considered liquid foods.
Dips like hummus and guacamole, jars of olives and gherkins and even soft or cream cheese are not allowed through security.
Plus, festive travellers may be frustrated to discover that some airlines, airports and countries ban you from bring Christmas crackers on-board.
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