Their statement is basically “Quit complaining to us. We are doing this for your own good”. And, “we are not stopping anyone from traveling, we are just going to restrict your travel and fine you if you drive too much”.
And notice that, as I said, some people are exempt. What do you want to bet that a part of that “some people” is council members?
What passes for local news coverage....
The UK has an enemedia to serve their Deep State.
Is Inspector Morse exempt?!