Households have been warned to ‘be ready’ for a national crisis in a new government campaign.
Stockpiling three days of food and water, and having enough cash to get by if the electronic payments system collapses are among the ‘small steps’ recommended.
The checklist of measures also includes having a wind-up or battery radio, and a power pack to charge devices if the power goes off.
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said the guidance would help people be braced for events such as wildfires, flooding and cyber attacks. However, senior officials and military figures have also been highlighting the risk of sabotage or even an
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