Plans for Nuclear Attack Event
Case reference FOI2023/00604
Published 1 February 2024
Request
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, I am writing to request information regarding the contingency plans and procedures that are in place in the event of a nuclear attack in Oxford. Specifically, I am interested in: 1. Any existing plans or protocols that detail the city's response in the event of a nuclear attack. 2. Information on public safety measures and guidelines that would be disseminated to residents in such an event. 3. Details of any drills or exercises conducted to prepare for a nuclear attack scenario. I look forward to your response within the statutory 20 working days.
Response
1. Any existing plans or protocols that detail the city's response in the event of a nuclear attack.
The emergency response arrangements (ERA) in Oxford are part of a multi-agency approach overseen by the Thames Valley Local Resilience Forum. In the event of such an attack the City Council would be part of this response, led by the emergency services. There are specific plans for chemical, biological, nuclear and radiological emergencies.
2. Information on public safety measures and guidelines that would be disseminated to residents in such an event.
Communication with the public in the event of an attack would be led by the partnership and use a specific communications group to pass relevant messages to the public.
3. Details of any drills or exercises conducted to prepare for a nuclear attack scenario.
The Council does not hold this information.
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