HC Deb 25 February 2003 vol 400 cc441-2W
Brian Cotter

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what civil contingency plans are in place for the south-west region in the event of a terrorist attack; and if he will make a statement. [99111]

Mr. Alexander

The UK has plans in place to maintain national security and protect the public. These classified contingency plans cover a wide range of emergencies, including terrorist threats, and are based on established multi-agency local emergency arrangements. They are regularly tested, reviewed and updated as circumstances change.

In addition, each administration region in England now has its own regional resilience team made up of emergency planning specialists. Through regional resilience forums, these teams will help co-ordinate emergency planning within and across regional boundaries.