Emergency planning and business continuity
Plans and procedures for how we respond to emergencies like fires, floods, explosions or riots, which could damage homes or businesses.
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What do we do in an emergency?
Find out what we do in the event of any incident requiring council assistance
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What to do in an emergency
Practical information about what to do in an emergency
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Business continuity management
Nearly one in five businesses will suffer a serious disruption every year. Are you prepared?
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Reporting a flood
What to do and who to contact in case of flood in your area, including surface water flash floods and property flooding
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Community resilience
How to use local resources and knowledge in an emergency
In this section
Related information
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London Ambulance Service
Responding to emergency 999 calls, providing medical care to patients across London, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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The NHS
The official website of the National Health Service in England.
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London Fire Brigade
London's fire and rescue service
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British Transport Police
Policing Britain’s railways, providing a service to rail operators, their staff and passengers across the country
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Metropolitan Police
The Metropolitan Police Services covers an area of 620 square miles and a population of 7.2 million
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The Met Office
For weather forecasts and warnings
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Transport for London
For latest travel advice in London
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Fire risk assessments
Find out what a Fire Risk Assessment is and how to see one for your building
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BSI
Standards for business continuity
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GOV.UK Emergency planning
What the UK government is doing about emergency planning
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Thames Water
Report a leak or a burst pipe
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The Environment Agency
Helping to protect and improve the environment
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The National Grid
For gas emergencies or power cuts
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The Security Service (MI5)
Protecting the UK against threats to national security
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UK Power Networks
Owns and maintains electricity cables and lines across London, the South East and East of England
