An Emergency Planning Service is provided by the District Emergency Planning Officer, who is part of the Suffolk Joint Emergency Planning Unit.
Read more about "Preparing for emergencies"...Local authorities emergency planning in Suffolk is organised in a joint unit comprising all of the Suffolk District, Borough and County Councils.
There are currently no reported encampments within the district.
Read more about "Current gypsy and traveller encampments"...Local communities have an important role to play during an emergency as they have a clear understanding of the risks and resources within their area.
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Regulations were introduced by the government in 2018. The regulations were introduced to improve the quality of private rented buildings in England and Wales, to increase the energy efficiency of the worst performing houses and buildings, to improve the comfort and conditions in privately rented homes and reduce fuel poverty.
Read more about "Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards"...Town Pastors are Christians who look out for and support vulnerable people, giving assistance where appropriate. Being on the street to provide a presence of friendliness and care so that people can enjoy their night out, defusing any potentially aggressive situations. Town Pastors are available to people as listeners, encouraging safe behaviour for all, and fostering good relationships between the public, the Police, door staff, local authorities and voluntary agencies.
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