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This note sets out the factors that the RPC will look for in impact assessments where the precautionary principle is cited as a key rationale for intervention.
Organisational definitions of terms concerned with risk and risk-related matters.
Guidance for inspecting engineers including the reporting of section 10 inspection findings.
Pandemic flu planning information for England and the devolved administrations, including guidance for organisations and businesses.
When and how risk management authorities should use climate change allowances for flood and coastal risk projects, schemes and strategies.
How the government prepares and plans for emergencies, working nationally, locally and co-operatively to ensure civil protection in the UK.
Provides clarity on the need for sustainability appraisal and strategic environmental assessment in relation to plan development.
How networks and individuals can support the country's emergency planning, response and recovery, and keep systems and services running.
A guide to the international regulations on the transportation of dangerous goods by air, sea, road, rail or inland waterway.
Guidance for staff of responder agencies, particularly senior officers or managers involved in emergency response and recovery preparations.
How to run exercises and training for emergency planning and preparedness, with an introduction to the Central Government Emergency Response Training (CGERT) Course.
The Resilience Capabilities Programme aims to increase the capability to respond to and recover from civil emergencies and provides advice on preparing for a crisis.
An overview of the government's approach to managing local coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreaks.
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