The Unit (CCU) strives to ensure that the Constabulary, in conjunction with its partners, is prepared & capable of responding effectively to “Emergencies” (as defined by the Civil Contingencies Act 2004), by developing suitable contingency & business continuity arrangements in partnership with TPAs, responders, & all relevant departments & agencies. Preparedness is grounded in assessing & responding to hazards, deliberate threats, & consequences.
The Unit contributes to the effective management of unusual or major incident events in whatever context required.
Principle Partners
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External |
FORA |
| Chief Constable (Business Continuity Sponsor) |
North West Ambulance Service |
Cumbria Local Resilience Forum |
| ACC |
Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service |
Regional Resilience Forum |
| Territorial Policing Command |
British Transport Police |
Civil Contingencies Cross Border Forum |
| Communications Centre |
Civil Nuclear Constabulary |
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| Community Safety |
Cumbria County Council Resilience Unit |
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| Firearms Operations Unit |
Military bodies (via 42 Brigade) |
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| Operational Support |
Public Health England |
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| Crime Command |
Utilities |
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Clinical Commissioning Groups |
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HM Prison Service |
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Site Operators |
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Regional Government (DCLG RED) |
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HMRE |
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