Emergency planning is a key issue for local people and the reputation of councils and fire and rescue authorities can depend on how the effectiveness of planning and response.
In recent years the LGA has represented councils and fire and rescue authorities at the highest levels of government in national emergencies, from civil disturbances to salt shortages to flooding.
These areas require a co-ordinated and integrated approach across local authorities and fire and rescue authorities. The LGA is now seen as a key player in emergency planning by government departments and partner organisations and this is due to the efforts of both elected members and officers in our member councils.