You're right to question this. It has been analysed by every executive body around the world. A few observations: - The simulation of how this plays out on a 6

You're right to question this. It has been analysed by every executive body around the world. A few observations: - The simulation of how this plays out on a 6M/1Y run might show that the economy will go to a deeper hell otherwise. After seeing the medical system overwhelmed and people starting to present breathing difficulties in the subway at rush hour, many will isolate themselves and reduce economic activity anyway - going out/trips/restaurants for a long time. - The UK economy is not insulated. If the other countries manage to contain the spread - and they probably will at some point - they will have to stop people coming from the UK since they will be very likely to carry the virus. It's a very unfortunate trade-off but we need to live with it for the time being.