Civil Contingencies (Emergency Planning)

Taunton Deane Borough Council is designated a Category 1 responder under the terms of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.
As a result of the new legislation the County Council and the five District Councils in Somerset have formed a partnership known as the 'Somerset Local Authorities' Civil Contingencies Unit'.
The partnership is jointly funded and will manage and coordinate the responsibilities relating to civil contingency planning enabling a common approach across the County.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary roles of Local Authorities are to provide assistance to the emergency services in the initial stages of a major emergency, and the provision of temporary shelter to people who may be made temporarily homeless. Once the initial stage of a major emergency has passed, the Local Authorities will play a leading role in the recovery phase.

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Contacts

Customer Services
Tel: 01823 356356
Email: enquiries@tauntondeane.gov.uk