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A new rule bans six food items on UK and European Union flights. Tourists face £5,000 fines over breaking the rules, with the UK Health and Security Agency warning Jet2 , Ryanair , Easyjet and TUI passengers.

Items banned going forward include soft, hard and processed cheeses (including brie, camembert and more), all cured, cooked or packaged meats, dairy items like milk, yoghurt, butter, cream and other favourites, food items containing meat or dairy like sandwiches, baked goods and salad.

Jane Bolton from boutique ski holiday company Erna Low cautioned: "You may think that a wedge of local cheese or a pack of cured meats is a harmless holiday treat, especially if it's sealed and purchased at a duty-free shop.

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