Emergency Planning

The Civil Contingencies Bill was introduced to Parliament on 7 January 2004. Its development was informed from the start by close consultation with key stakeholders in what was an open

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Flooding incidents

The Council has powers under the Land Drainage Act 1991 and Public Health Act 1936 to deal with watercourses where there is a risk of flooding and also provides a first

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Severe or Adverse Weather

Severe or Adverse Weather

Severe or hazardous weather has the potential to cause danger to life or widespread disruption of communication and transport through the region. For up-to-date information regarding adverse weather conditions please

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Pandemic Influenza

Visit the Gov.UK web site for up-to-date information regarding pandemic influenza such as Swine Flu. Further information can be found through the National Pandemic Flu Service on 0800 1 513

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