Grant Schapps MP giving daily coronavirus press briefing

The video discusses the importance of social distancing and staying home to slow the virus spread. It highlights the need to free up public transport for critical workers and emphasizes the cooperation of passenger and freight transport for national resilience. New measures are announced to ensure transport supports the COVID-19 response, including a trilateral agreement with France and Ireland to keep freight routes open. The video also addresses the financial pressures on transport operators due to decreased demand, stressing the importance of maintaining essential services.

What is the significance of the trilateral agreement secured by the government?

What challenges are operators on many routes facing due to the current situation?