member States of the European Union can reintroduce internal border controls, which should be organized in such a way as to prevent the emergence of large gatherings of people, which can increase the spread of the virus. About it announced on Monday, European Commission.
"member States should always take their citizens and residents and should facilitate the transit of other citizens and EU citizens who return home. However, they can take such measures, as the period of isolation if they impose the same demands on its citizens", - stated in the message.
the European Commission has noted that border measures should not lead to serious disturbances of supply chains, basic services of General interest, as well as the national economy and the EU economy as a whole.
"Our measures to curb the outbreak of mers will be effective only if we coordinate at the European level. We must take exceptional measures to protect the health of our citizens. But let's make sure that goods and services continue to enter our domestic market. This is the only way to prevent a shortage of medical equipment or food," said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
