The closure of the border-crossing points significantly impacts the movement of employees and individuals reliant on these routes, particularly affecting those engaged in cross-border activities or commuting between Finland and Russia. Employees accustomed to using the now-closed border points will need to adapt to alternative ways of commuting between the countries, potentially altering their travel logistics and routines. Employers should be communicating the travel restrictions to employees and other concerned parties and work in concert to explore alternate arrangements.
The closure of the eastern border will have an impact on all commercial traffic trying to cross from Finland to Russia as it will not be possible for the period of time that the decision is in place.3