| 1. Why has the booklet been produced? |
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Because it is important that people know how they can help themselves and their families in a number of emergencies. The booklet will ensure that people across the UK have practical, common sense information at their fingertips in the event of an emergency.
| 2. Does this mean the threat of terror is increasing? |
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This is not because of any specific threat but a responsible exercise in ensuring the public is informed in a sensible, practical and helpful way.
| 3. Who is the booklet for? |
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The booklet is for all members of the general public and copies are being sent to every home in the country.
| 4. Who was involved in preparing the text? |
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Cabinet Office |
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Home Office |
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Department of Trade and Industry |
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Department of Transport (DfT) |
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Department for Communites and Local Government (DCLG) |
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The Security Service |
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Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) |
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Department for Education and Skills (DfES) |
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Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) |
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Ministry of Defence (MOD) |
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Scottish Executive |
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Welsh Assembly Government |
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Northern Ireland Office |
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National Steering Committee on Warning and Informing the Public (NSCWIP) |
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Representatives of the emergency services |
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Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) |
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National Health Service (NHS) |
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The Local Government Association (LGA) |
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The Emergency Planning Society |
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The British Red Cross Society |
| 5. What is in the booklet? |
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The booklet covers:
| 6. How were the topic areas decided? |
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The process of drawing up the final text was long and detailed. The end product reflects the results of wide-ranging and detailed consultation, including with the public, to determine what people wanted to have advice on.
| 7. The leaflet gives advice to individuals. What about businesses? |
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Business continuity guidance is made available via the Department of Trade and Industry website.
| 8. Where can businesses go for Business Continuity Management advice? |
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London First produced a leaflet called "Expecting the unexpected" setting out the steps firms can take to prevent and prepare for disruptions. It is freely available at the London Prepared website. Further information on business continuity can be found from organisations such as the Business Continuity Institute, Survive and the Continuity Forum. Links to some of these websites can be found on this page.
There is a link on this page to more Questions and Answers about the 'Preparing for Emergencies' booklet.
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