UK household resilience

Standby UK — household emergency preparedness

Stay ready, stay safe

Follow the guidance. Be prepared.

Practical household emergency preparedness for UK homes — simple steps to help your household stay safe, calm, and ready, based on official UK government resilience advice.

A UK family calmly organising household emergency supplies together in their living room

Four practical steps for every household

Resilience doesn’t mean panic. It means knowing you’ve done the sensible things.

Make a plan

Know who to contact, where to go, and what to do if services are disrupted.

Prepare a kit

Keep essentials like water, torch, radio, and first-aid supplies ready at home.

Stay informed

Follow official channels and understand the risks that matter where you live.

Help others

Check on neighbours and vulnerable people in your community during an emergency.

Supporting national resilience, one household at a time

Get clear, government-aligned guidance tailored for UK homes and families.