One year since Europe’s first major coronavirus outbreak exploded in northern Italy, and the last 12 months have been pretty grim. But the Italian response to the crisis has also taught us a few things. Yes, Italians can follow rules – if necessary

Italy was the first western country to declare a nationwide lockdown, and has enforced some of the strictest rules in Europe. Tough restrictions are still in place; from a ban on inter-regional travel to mandatory mask-wearing whenever out of the house.