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Is there a fund for individuals?
There isn't a specific government fund for individuals to stockpile food and water, or to help with emergency preparedness costs. The Be Ready campaign, which Defence Secretary Wes Streeting mentioned, focuses on encouraging households to take personal responsibility for having supplies. Any costs are down to the individual.
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