As the name suggests, the continuity of your business following an unexpected crisis or disruption is vital. A crisis could happen to any business at any time irrespective of size or number of employees.
The Civil Contingencies Act 2004 places a duty on Local Authorities to ensure that local businesses and voluntary sector organisations in the area have the opportunity and tools to prepare and plan for the recovery of their business from any potential disruption.
Falkirk Council's Civil Contingencies team| have prepared a Guide to business continuity planning - Would your business survive? (PDF, 234KB)| offering advice and support.
You are best placed to understand the detailed structure and functions of your business and therefore in the best position to write your own Business Continuity Plan.
We can offer plenty of advice and guidance in the process but cannot prepare your plans for you. This is principally free of charge, however, specific advice may carry a nominal charge.
We have prepared some useful tools, websites and information to help you gain an understanding of business continuity to help you get started.
Other sources of information
For more information, contact the Civil Contingences| Team.