The UK government plans to launch a new resilience campaign telling citizens to prepare for potential national emergencies, including extreme weather and possible threats from hostile states. Reporting says the Cabinet Office will encourage people to take practical steps such as stocking up on tinned food and bottled water.
The campaign is framed as helping households cope during disruptions so government resources can be directed toward the most vulnerable. Sources describe the guidance as covering preparation for climate-related hazards like severe weather, alongside contingency planning that also addresses the risk of attacks. Details reported so far focus on the types of supplies and measures that people can take, rather than specifying particular incidents or timelines.
Outlets present the proposal primarily as a preparedness effort linked to the climate crisis and national security concerns. The coverage highlights the government’s intention to improve everyday readiness, but it does not provide a unified picture of when the campaign will begin, how widely it will be rolled out, or the exact wording of the advice.
