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Prince William to unveil national plan to ready UK communities for extreme weather
The Independent
Prince William is due to launch Ready Together, a National Emergencies Trust initiative designed to help UK communities prepare for and respond to emergencies including flooding and wildfires. The scheme focuses on practical local planning involving residents, volunteers, businesses and emergency services.
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UK Public Survey of Risk Perception, Resilience and Preparedness 2026: Headline Findings
GOV.UK / Cabinet Office
The 2026 national survey found that 50% of respondents felt their household was only slightly prepared or not at all prepared for an emergency. It also found 68% expected the number of emergencies in the UK to increase over the next decade, while only a minority had substantial water reserves at home.
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