Let's face it, these travel restrictions are getting beyond a joke now. Lone travel for lone exercise hill walking or long distance walks like bjornsether wishes to do, are 100% safe. So long as we avoid crowded places, go on our own (or with others from same household), and don't meet with others while away. Going back to the old tier system (which didn't work) means more people can meet, all schools to return, even hospitality can begin to reopen, all of which can spread the virus. But lone hillwalking, which is unlikely to cause any spread, will still be effectively banned. This was fine during first lockdown, but we've learned a lot about the virus since then. There are activities which could cause spread, (this includes going to other people's homes, workplaces, shopping, socialising, etc) so either ban or restrict these. There are also activities which doesn't cause spread, (includes many outdoor activities carried out by individuals, hillwalking, fishing, etc) so allow these. Simple as that, mostly just commonsense for responsible people. Travel itself doesn't cause the virus to spread, it's what people do during and after travel which causes the spread. (International travel is a problem and definitely needs restrictions, as this involves lots interactions with others so isn't done on your own). Most things seem to be exempt from the travel ban anyway, workplaces are open, it's mainly just hospitality and non essential shops that are shut, so lots of travelling still taking place, including car sharing and busy public transport. These are permitted and are definitely spreading the virus all around the country. Banning travel for lone responsible outdoor exercise will have little effect on the spread, but it's easy to just not care and impose a blanket ban...rant mode off.