§ Mrs. Curtis-ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what assistance with disaster planning she provides to small businesses. [40115]
§ Nigel GriffithsThe Government have established the Civil Contingencies Secretariat (CCS) to improve the UK's resilience to disruptive challenges at every level through improved anticipation, preparation, prevention and resolution.
The SBS and its business link network can also advise companies on a number of disaster management issues. Companies should contact their local business link operator. The business link website: http://www.businesslink.org will put small firms in touch with their local provider.