The Isles of Scilly have largely been sheltered from coronavirus, with no recorded positive Covid-19 cases since September last year.
Sunset on the Isles of Scilly. Credit: ITV West Country News
The 28 miles of sea that separates the islands from the Cornish mainland has given residents an extra layer of protection - one which allowed them to live in Tier 1, the most relaxed coronavirus guidelines, for a brief time.
The islands have had no recorded positive Covid-19 cases since September. Credit: ITV West Country News
However, this third national lockdown includes the Isles of Scilly.
Robert Francis, who is Chairman of the Council of the Isles of Scilly, says residents are ready to do their bit and be a part of the national effort.
Tresco islander Ellie Tabron thinks standing in solidarity with the rest of the region is important.
Ellie Tabron is a photographer on Tresco. Credit: ITV West Country News
Residents on St Mary’s, meanwhile, said they felt this lockdown was inevitable.
Georgia May runs the IOS Store on St Mary's. Credit: ITV West Country News
Colin McKinnon, who manages the Old Town Inn on St Mary’s, says he was disappointed the islands were included in the national lockdown.
Punters at the Old Town Inn watched the Prime Minister’s announcement on Monday, their last night in the pub before the lockdown. Credit: The Old Town Inn
Many islanders hope that by being a part of the national lockdown now, they will be able to reopen to visitors in the future.