Are You Ready for Winter?
The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities have expressed their support for The Scottish Government's 'Ready for Winter?' campaign which is being delivered in partnership with the British Red Cross and a range of public, private and voluntary sector partners. The initiative seeks to address issues surrounding public expectation and community resilence which link well to 2 key recommendations from the COSLA Severe Weather Review.
The 'Ready for Winter?' campaign will:
- Remind people of the risks and consequences of being underprepared for the impact of severe winter weather
- Offer information and advice on the simple steps that people, businesses and communities can take to reduce those risks
- Highlight the range of information, support and resources available across all sectors and all regions of Scotland
- Encourage as many people as possible to be ready for winter this year
Speaking at the launch of the campaign, Councillor Pat Watters, president of COSLA, said:
"The last few winters have delivered some of the most severe weather to effect Scottish communities in nearly a century. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the numerous examples of public service providers, groups and individuals going above and beyond expectations to support the vulnerable members of society and their community in general during these testing conditions.
"Given the experiences of the recent past winters, I would encourage all of Scotland to continue to support and if not already, to get involved in community initiatives to prepare for winter.
"Also, I would ask you to take a second to consider personally "Are you ready for Winter?" If the answer is not a resounding "Yes", then this campaign does contain a number of tips and general advice to enable you to reduce the impact of severe weather on your family, community, home and car.
"Finally, if significant winter weather does occur it will effect the delivery of all public services and also lead to a particular concentration on the delivery of services to the vulnerable members of our society. I know that even in these testing conditions, local government staff as in previously winters will strive to continue to deliver quality public services. Conditions may prevail but it won't be for want of trying."
Background
For more information please see www.readyscotland.org
The 'Ready for Winter?' campaign will be supported with information road shows held in every local authority across Scotland and a range of on-line resources to help raise awareness, signpost information and provide practical advice and tips.
For further information on COSLA's Severe Weather Review visit this page