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Cabinet Office Campaign Drives Spike in Demand for Emergency Supplies in England

1 report, 1 independent Updated Nov 1
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What happened

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The Cabinet Office initiated the 'Be Ready' campaign in England, urging households to prepare for a national emergency by ensuring they can cope for 72 hours if services fail. In the 10 days since the campaign began, sales of bottled water rose by 67 percent, tinned and jarred food increased by 37 percent, and hand sanitiser rose by 83 percent, according to retail research firm Worldpanel by Numerator. Wind-up radios, torches, and power banks have also sold out at several retailers.

From aljazeera.com

Why it matters

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The campaign is a three-year public information effort run by the Cabinet Office. The resulting surge in consumer purchasing behavior directly impacts the demand and supply chains for essential household goods.

From aljazeera.com

Who's involved

  • Cabinet OfficeThe government agency running the 'Be Ready' preparedness campaign.
  • EnglandThe geopolitical state where the preparedness campaign is being launched.
  • governmentThe governing body through which the Cabinet Office executes its mandates.

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