Recent disturbing events, namely: the fuel strikes of 2000; the catastrophic terrorist attacks of 2001; the threat of further attack through chemical and biological weapons; the foot and mouth outbreak of 2001; and climate change with its associated risks of floods and drought; have rendered a more comprehensive approach to risk and resilience within the United Kingdom essential. This book provides a detailed exploration of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and its supporting documentation. It describes and analyses recent changes by providing a full commentary on all parts of the Act. Part I covers the planning aspects and Part II explores the more reactive and controversial regulations.