Consolidate and update emergency preparedness guidance
The current guidance on preparing for emergencies is contained in several documents, all of which are unduly long and in some respects out of date. We recommend that the guidance be revised, reduced in length and consolidated in one document which lays greater emphasis on the need for those leading the response to consider the requirements for recovery, the need to identify vulnerable people, the importance of identifying and ensuring co-operation with voluntary, community and faith groups and is consistent with the Equality Act 2010. (113.69)
- The government's annual report stated an initial guidance review identified priorities for consolidation, and a new GOV.UK page was launched to centralise resilience guidance (Annual Report on Progress, MHCLG, February 2026).
How was this evidence gathered?
Response
Accepted
Response
AcceptedThe government accepts this recommendation. We will fully factor it into the outcomes of the resilience review. As a first step, we will publish the revised local responder guidance on 'Identifying and Supporting Vulnerable People' in spring 2025.
Progress Timeline
An initial guidance review identified priorities for consolidation and withdrawal. A new GOV.UK page was launched to centralise resilience guidance, with ongoing stakeholder engagement planned for prioritisation and updates.