Only four points along the border with Italy will be open as of midnight Wednesday, down from six so far, under a new decree that the Slovenian government adopted Wednesday evening.
The only points that will remain open at all times are the crossings Vrtojba, Fernetiči and Škofije, which are on the main transit routes to Italy. The smaller crossing Krvavi Potok will be open from 5am to 11pm.
On all other road connection with Italy, road-blocks will be erected. Train and bus transport remain suspended as well.
While reducing the number of entry points, the decree will nevertheless make life easier for farmers who have land on both sides of the border and have complained that the border closure is causing them serious difficulties since they had to take long detours.
Slovenian citizens who have land in Italy will be allowed passage on all roads for farm work.
Cargo traffic will remain restricted. Lorries bound for Slovenia will have free passage, as will lorries in transit which neighbouring countries agree to let cross.
All other cargo except mail, medicines, protective equipment, medical devices and humanitarian aid will be turned away at the border.