Sorry Murlow,
But political expediency demands that "special" attention (over and above "everyday" things like drivers' licences) needs to be given and provided for in times of "crisis" to address issues of closing the gate after the horse has bolted.
Then of course, special rules are introduced to ensure that such politicians involved are not inconvenienced by those same rules that are applicable to everyone else.
"Four legs good, two legs bad!"