coronavirus in the same way as countries such as Australia. The Cabinet minister said the UK’s proximity to continental Europe means it is important that vital goods and people continue to move in and out of the country.The government has faced criticism for not introducing stricter border measures in response to the virus crisis.Australia has enforced some of the toughest rules anywhere in the world, with only citizens, residents or immediate family members allowed to enter.The rules were followed by a significant drop in coronavirus case numbers, enabling the country to ease lockdown restrictions.He told the Commons Transport Select Committee on Wednesday: “People say ‘why don’t we just close down and then we’ll be safe?’.“But, of course,.