Baggage screening system back in action at Guernsey Airport after power cut

Guernsey Airport says its hold baggage screening system is up and running again after a power cut left it out of action. The airport had previously warned people travelling through the airport to allow more time to check in and go through security due to the fault. Guernsey Electricity confirmed the power cut happened yesterday (29 July) due to a High Voltage Fault in the Forest area of the island.

Elsewhere on the island, all film screenings at The Mallard Cinema were cancelled last night following the power cut.The cinema confirmed, however, that it is now open as normal.

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