Britons were told not to travel anywhere in the world unless it is essential as the world continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic. Staycations were also restricted as travel within the UK was cut back, and holiday firms shut parks and campsites. The RAF and Royal Navy could be drafted in as a last resort to help repatriate stranded UK nationals, Mr Raab said. He told the Commons today: “UK travellers abroad now face widespread international border restrictions and lockdowns in various countries. But it plans to keep open parks and gardens open for families who need to get some air.

Source: Daily Mirror March 17, 2020 22:52 UTC