National Resilience 2023-09-07

2023-09-07

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Q1 Direct Answer
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The question arises from a broader context of government priorities and recent updates to national risk management.
What progress has been made on strengthening national resilience? This includes updates to the national risk register and guidance for lead Government Department responsibilities for risk assessment, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Strengthening our national resilience is a key priority. The national risk register was updated last month, representing the most transparent approach ever taken by any Government and designed to help society make resilient plans. Guidance has also been published clarifying lead Government Department responsibilities for risk assessment, preparedness, response and recovery.
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Q2 Partial Answer
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The question follows from discussions about national resilience and specifically addresses the importance of energy supply in this context.
Can he tell the House what discussions have been had with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero on ensuring strong security of energy supply as we transition to clean energy?
Security of energy supply is critical for national resilience. The government has made significant progress, moving from imported fossil fuels to clean home-grown energy sources. I look forward to working with the new Energy Secretary on this important issue.
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Specific discussions and details about how security of energy supply is being ensured during transition were not provided.
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