Information sheets
Our infosheets are designed to provide introductory knowledge to a range of emergency preparedness, response and recovery topics from across the Partnership and beyond.
Secondary impacts of heatwaves
One of the lessons identified from previous heatwaves was that many people are unaware of the indirect or secondary impacts that heatwaves can have. This infosheet describes more about wildfires, flash flooding and air pollution.
Mis and disinformation
What charities and community groups can do when mis and disinformation spreads during emergencies.
Lockdown (Martyn’s Law)
Premises that expect over 200 people to be present at the same time, from time to time, will need lockdown, invacuation, evacuation and communications procedures to comply with Martyn’s Law.
Evacuation (Martyn’s Law)
Premises that expect over 200 people to be present at the same time, from time to time, will need evacuation, lockdown, invacuation and communications procedures to comply with Martyn’s Law.
Invacuation (Martyn’s Law)
Premises that expect over 200 people to be present at the same time, from time to time, will need invacuation, lockdown, evacuation and communications procedures to comply with Martyn’s Law.
Martyn’s Law
Martyn’s Law, formally known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, is a piece of legislation that aims to ensure public premises and events are better prepared for terrorist attacks.
Cyber security and resilience
According to the Government’s ‘Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025’, 30 per cent of charities experienced some kind of cyber security breach or attack in the previous 12 months, equating to approximately 61,000 UK charities.
UK Met Office weather warnings
The UK Met Office issues weather warnings to inform the public about potentially hazardous weather conditions. These warnings are designed to provide early notice and help people take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their property.
What is Local Infrastructure?
The role of Local Infrastructure Organisations (LIOs) can take many forms but they generally exist to ensure local third sector organisations, who work with communities, get the support, advice and representation they need.