Summary

This guide helps community groups prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. The 2026 update incorporates lessons from recent events like COVID‑19, storms and severe weather, ensuring alignment with Scottish Government and UK‑wide resilience principles.

Key features and updates:

• revised examples, resources, and official links for accuracy
• clear guidance on insurance, volunteer safety, and accessibility improvements
• templates for Community Emergency Plans and Household Emergency Plans

Minor factual updates and accessibility improvements were made in 2026.