§ 51. Mr. Moateasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he is satisfied with the Government arrangements to deal with natural and civil emergencies.
§ Mr. Merlyn ReesYes. Responsibility for responding to natural disasters and emergencies rests with local authorities in the first instance and guidance has been issued to them. Arrangements exist for co-ordinating any Government action which may be needed in emergencies of all kinds.