1. Consultation on
‘Towards 2030’

2. What is the Purpose of this Seminar
To consult with Volunteers on the future of Civil Defence.
Civil Defence Branch is preparing a strategic document called ‘Towards 2030’ in line with the White Paper on Defence.
‘Towards 2030’ will set out the operational roles for Civil Defence in the future.
Where are we going
Stand back and take a good look at ourselves
Toward 2000 – nearly 19 years ago
Volunteers are the key to the success of the project
Your opinions are invaluable

3. Volunteer Meetings
Eight MEM Regions – Presenter highlights the number of volunteers in this region
Completed East, Midlands and South East to date
North East – 587
West - 473

4. The Civil Defence Branch Department of Defence
The Civil Defence Branch develops policies which support Civil Defence Officers and Volunteers and provides:
Funding
Nationally Certified Training
Technical Support
Uniforms and equipment
Civil Defence Branch – Roscrea – How many of you have been in Roscrea ?
If you are ever passing – please call in to say hello
Role of Branch ……….

5. White Paper on Defence Sets out Government Policy on Defence
Department of Defence & Defence Forces
Chapter 9 – relates to Civil Defence
Introduce the White Paper – sets out Government Policy for the next 10 years
It includes all sections of the Department of Defence including the Military
Chapter 9 refers to Civil Defence
Each person has a copy - if you haven’t read it previously – have a read through it before submitting comments

6. White Paper on Defence 2015
The White Paper states that Civil Defence will continue to be developed to support the PRAs in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations.
Introduce the White Paper – sets out Government Policy for the next 10 years
It includes all sections of the Department of Defence including the Military
Chapter 9 refers to Civil Defence

7. Principal Response Agencies (PRAs)
Fire & Rescue Services – Local Authorities
National Ambulance Service - HSE

8. White Paper on Defence 2015
While the White Paper recognises the long and proud history Civil Defence have in supporting local communities, it states there are limits to the support that can be provided.
The White Paper considers the commitment and dedication of volunteers
We need to ensure volunteers are not ‘burnt out’
Also – we need to ensure that in the event of an emergency – volunteers are prepared
Not saying that Civil Defence stops community events, but rather consider the ones we do

9. Inter-Agency Guidance Team (IAGT)
Purpose of IAGT is to enhance liaison with PRAs and guide continued development of Civil Defence
The members of the group include all relevant stakeholders
The national volunteer rep. is a member of the IAGT
Includes – Volunteer Rep

10. Next steps ….
Following the consultation process a strategic document called ‘Towards 2030’ will be finalised.
It will set out the strategic aims and priorities of Civil Defence.
Stakeholders contributing to the process include Volunteers, CDOs, PRAs and relevant Government Departments/Agencies.
By June 2019 – the Civil Defence Branch will produce a document which will include some outcomes of the consultation process

11. Next steps … Our intention is to publish 'Towards 2030’ by June 2019.
This evening is your opportunity to contribute to ‘Towards 2030’.
We are asking you to complete the submission form.
The submission form was handed out this evening and hand it back or submit it by post or
Tick the box if you are happy to have your submission published

12. To access the Volunteer Submission Form on the Civil Defence Website
Where to find it online

13. Thank you