Joint Civil Aid Corps - National EPRR

28/09/2026

Module 1 – Foundation Training (Greater London & West Midlands)

On Saturday 26th September 2026, both London and West Midlands (Tamworth) successfully delivered Module 1 – Foundation Training, marking a strong step forward in our national volunteer development pathway.

Across both regions, a combined cohort of 30 volunteers took part, including attendance from the Chief Officer and Deputy Chief Officer at our London training hub, who supported and observed the sessions throughout the day.

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Morning – Classroom & Theory Learning

Volunteers began the day with a structured interactive, classroom‑based session covering responder mindset, core principles of situational awareness, initial safe scene management, scene coordination, responder mindset and operational awareness.

This included focused on incident‑specific learning, covering water incidents, RTCs, and fires, followed by a theory assessment to confirm understanding of key concepts.

Both regions emphasised hazard identification, safe decision‑making, and the foundational knowledge required for practical deployment.

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Afternoon – Practical, Scenario‑Based Training

Volunteers then transitioned into hands‑on training designed to reinforce the morning’s learning and build operational confidence. Practical modules included:

• Cardiac Arrest Response
• Catastrophic Bleeding Control
• Traffic Management
• Scene Safety
• Drone Observation & Appreciation

These sessions allowed volunteers to apply structured techniques, practise teamwork, and gain exposure to realistic operational challenges in a controlled environment.

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Debrief & Feedback

Both regions concluded their training days with team debriefs, reflecting on learning outcomes and sharing observations. Feedback from volunteers across London and the West Midlands was excellent, highlighting the professionalism of the training teams and the value of the blended theory‑and‑practical approach.

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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

🔎 Visit our homepage at:
jcac.org.uk

10/09/2026

Today, The Joint Civil Aid Corps - National Civil Defence proudly joins communities across the country in recognising Emergency Services Day.

We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who serves within our emergency services and voluntary response organisations. From police, fire and rescue, ambulance and coastguard teams to search and rescue, civil defence, and the many volunteers and support services working alongside them - your dedication, professionalism and compassion make a difference every day.

Whether responding to an emergency, supporting communities during difficult times, or working behind the scenes to keep people safe, your contribution is greatly valued.

From everyone at the JCAC - thank you for all that you do.

Different uniforms. One shared purpose. Stronger, safer communities.

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09/09/2026

**Emergency Services Show 2026 – One Week to Go**

Only one week remains until the Emergency Services Show (ESS) 2026, taking place on 17–18 September — and our volunteers from across the UK are gearing up to unite, support, and showcase the work of the Joint Civil Aid Corps at Stand CZ35.

Throughout the two‑day event, visitors can explore our display, learn who we are, discover what we do, and speak directly with our dedicated volunteers about community resilience, emergency preparedness, and opportunities to get involved.

We warmly invite everyone attending ESS to stop by, meet the team, and see how JCAC contributes to a safer, more resilient UK.

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📍 Find Us at the ESS:

Stand: CZ35
Venue: National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham
Address: B40 1NT, UK
What3Words: ///keeps.tiger.link

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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

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29/05/2026

On Monday in Milton Keynes the Joint Civil Aid Corps launched National Civil Defence Day focusing on civil defence heritage and bringing it up to date for modern Britain. We also launched Britain Ready, the Corps’ civil preparedness initiative, helping individuals, households, workplaces and communities become more confident and capable in responding to everyday disruptions and emerging risks. We do this by providing relevant information, and in time, wider opportunities to build preparedness.

• The Joint Civil Aid Corps provides broad, practical volunteer support to others on the ground during emergencies
• Britain Ready focuses on preparedness, information, and building public confidence

We welcomed Rodney Siebert, Founder and Curator Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker who kindly took part in the event.

Officers and Volunteers were joined by invited guests including Paul Trendall - Mayor of Milton Keynes, Karena Thomas - Joint Protective Services (JPS) Assistant Chief Constable, Peter Cheesman - Finance Director of the Emergency Planning Society and Jim Richardson - Assistant Director of Operations – EPRR and Special Operations, East Midlands Ambulance Service

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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

🔎 Visit our homepage at:
jcac.org.uk

19/05/2026

Readiness
ˈrɛdɪnɪs

NOUN

“The state of being ready or prepared, as for use or action.”

At the Joint Civil Aid Corps – National Civil Defence, readiness is not simply a definition — it is a standard we uphold every day. Our uniformed, trained, and disciplined personnel work continuously to ensure they can respond effectively, safely, and without delay whenever the public, partner agencies, or local communities need support.

To maintain this level of preparedness, many of our volunteers carry Emergency Grab Bags: purpose‑organised kits designed to keep essential personal equipment accessible, protected, and ready for immediate deployment. These bags allow volunteers to mobilise quickly while ensuring they have the correct items for safe and effective operations.

What Our Emergency Grab Bags Typically Contain.

• Personal Protective Equipment — including bump caps, helmets, high‑visibility jackets, coveralls, gloves, and eye protection, ensuring volunteers can operate safely in a wide range of environments.

• Operational Clothing — weather‑appropriate layers, waterproofs, and identification garments that maintain professionalism and visibility.

• Documentation & Identification — Corps ID, deployment cards, notebooks, and reference materials for communication and incident structure.

• Lighting & Safety Tools — torches, and other essential equipment for low‑visibility or high‑risk environments.

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Why This Matters

Maintaining a state of readiness is fundamental to our mission. It ensures that every JCAC volunteer — whether supporting a community event, assisting partner agencies, or responding to an emerging situation — can act with confidence, professionalism, and discipline.

Our approach to readiness reflects the values of the Corps:
service, resilience, pride, and preparedness.
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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

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jcac.org.uk

19/03/2026

💻 HOMEPAGE UPDATE – NEW FOR 2026! 📱

Have you visited our homepage recently? You might have spotted something new. As part of our 2026 Campaigns, we’ve expanded our homepage with two brand‑new information tabs, each designed to support our mission of building a safer, more resilient Britain.

🌟 Introducing Our New Tabs

🇬🇧 BritainReady and CitizenAID 🆘

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Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or simply someone who wants to be better prepared, these new pages offer valuable insights and practical information.

👉 Visit our homepage today and explore the latest additions!

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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

🔎 Visit our homepage at:
jcac.org.uk

17/03/2026

Stay Connected With our social media pages.

We’re proud to share our up-to-date official & authorised social media pages. Follow any of our pages to stay updated on National news, Regionals activity, training, community engagement and more across the UK.

Facebook – National & Regional Pages:

• Joint Civil Aid Corps – National Civil Defence
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – Cymru
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – West Midlands
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – East of England
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – Yorkshire & Humberside
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – N/EPRR
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – South Central
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – South West
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – North East
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – South East Coast
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – Isle of Wight
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – London
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – North West
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – West Northern Isle
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – East Midlands
• Joint Civil Aid Corps – NI
• Civil Defence Association

Please note: Any other pages claiming to represent the JCAC are not authorised. For your safety and accuracy of information, please ensure you only follow the official pages listed above.

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LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/jcacuk/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-civil-defence-association/

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X (formerly Twitter):
https://x.com/JCACUK?s=20

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Instagram:
jcacuk

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Follow the pages that matter most to you and stay connected with our work across the country.

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Want to learn more or get involved?
📧 Contact us by email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

🔎 Visit our homepage at:
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05/02/2026

BRITAIN READY – Building a More Resilient UK
Yesterday we shared an important message about why household preparedness matters –
and why now is the time to make resilience a normal part of everyday life in the UK.
The Joint Civil Aid Corps is working to bring modern Civil Defence back into national
awareness: practical skills, community support, trained volunteers, and simple steps every
household can take to be more resilient.
We’re asking for your support.
Please visit the post and share it as widely as you can.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DFA3qh5FF/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Every share helps us reach more households, community groups, businesses, and
organisations who can play a part in strengthening UK resilience.
This isn’t about alarmism or politics – it’s about practical preparedness, community
confidence, and making sure that people across the UK have the knowledge and support
they need should disruptions occur.
Your support helps us:
• raise awareness of household preparedness
• bring resilience into everyday conversation
• attract interest, partners, and future supporters
• strengthen the Corps’ ability to serve communities nationwide
Thank you for helping us spread the word and continue building the UK’s modern Civil
Defence capability.
Onwards & Upwards.
Joint Civil Aid Corps - National Civil Defence

Norway has declared 2026 its national
“Total Defence” year – an all-of-society push
that joins government, municipalities, business,
volunteers and the public into one resilient
system. It’s a confident message: defence and
civil preparedness are inseparable, and
Everyone has a role to play.

Alongside massive investment and a major
allied exercise (Cold Response 2026), Norway is hard-wiring civil-military integration and
citizen preparedness into routine practice – the norm, not the exception.

What about the UK?

The UK’s 2025 Resilience Action Plan points in the same direction: whole-of-society
resilience and stronger integration of voluntary, community and faith groups with responders.
The intent is there – now comes delivery.

Where the Joint Civil Aid Corps can help

At JCAC, we’re building the practical pieces a modern “Total Defence” needs at the
community level:
• Operational doctrine and callout resilience that plug into multi-agency command
and non-digital fallbacks.
• Community-first capability and household preparedness content (our upcoming
Britain Ready booklet), aligned to proven public guidance approaches.
• CitizenAid-aligned first-aid messaging that normalises confident action before
Responders arrive.

Our view:
The UK should match Norway’s ambition with a practical, UK-shaped programme
that:
1. runs an annual national civil-military exercise with public participation;

2. sets a clear public baseline for household preparedness; and

3. fully integrates voluntary organisations into planning, training and response.

If you’re in government, an LRF, a blue-light service, or a national business with critical
functions – let’s talk. JCAC stands ready to help turn policy intent into capability on the
ground.

Onwards & Upwards.



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Sources & context:

• Norway’s Total Defence Year 2026 and the role of civil society and business.

https://www.havtil.no/en/explore-technical-subjects2/technical-
competence/features/2025/we-too-when-required/

• Cold Response 2026 integrating total-defence elements with allied forces.

Norwegian Armed Forces
https://www.forsvaret.no/en/exercises-and-operations/exercises/cr26

• Norway’s long-term defence pledge and civil-military readiness uplift.

Norwegian Government summary
https://www.regjeringen.no/contentassets/0faae3f9efcf4c2fa0f43e2a15bfbc1d/en-gb/pdfs/the-norwegian-defence-pledge.pdf

• UK Resilience Action Plan (2025) – whole-of-society and voluntary-sector integration.

GOV.UK / plain-English summary
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-government-resilience-action-plan/uk-government-resilience-action-plan-html

04/02/2026

Norway has declared 2026 its national
“Total Defence” year – an all-of-society push
that joins government, municipalities, business,
volunteers and the public into one resilient
system. It’s a confident message: defence and
civil preparedness are inseparable, and
Everyone has a role to play.

Alongside massive investment and a major
allied exercise (Cold Response 2026), Norway is hard-wiring civil-military integration and
citizen preparedness into routine practice – the norm, not the exception.

What about the UK?

The UK’s 2025 Resilience Action Plan points in the same direction: whole-of-society
resilience and stronger integration of voluntary, community and faith groups with responders.
The intent is there – now comes delivery.

Where the Joint Civil Aid Corps can help

At JCAC, we’re building the practical pieces a modern “Total Defence” needs at the
community level:
• Operational doctrine and callout resilience that plug into multi-agency command
and non-digital fallbacks.
• Community-first capability and household preparedness content (our upcoming
Britain Ready booklet), aligned to proven public guidance approaches.
• CitizenAid-aligned first-aid messaging that normalises confident action before
Responders arrive.

Our view:
The UK should match Norway’s ambition with a practical, UK-shaped programme
that:
1. runs an annual national civil-military exercise with public participation;

2. sets a clear public baseline for household preparedness; and

3. fully integrates voluntary organisations into planning, training and response.

If you’re in government, an LRF, a blue-light service, or a national business with critical
functions – let’s talk. JCAC stands ready to help turn policy intent into capability on the
ground.

Onwards & Upwards.



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Sources & context:

• Norway’s Total Defence Year 2026 and the role of civil society and business.

https://www.havtil.no/en/explore-technical-subjects2/technical-
competence/features/2025/we-too-when-required/

• Cold Response 2026 integrating total-defence elements with allied forces.

Norwegian Armed Forces
https://www.forsvaret.no/en/exercises-and-operations/exercises/cr26

• Norway’s long-term defence pledge and civil-military readiness uplift.

Norwegian Government summary
https://www.regjeringen.no/contentassets/0faae3f9efcf4c2fa0f43e2a15bfbc1d/en-
gb/pdfs/the-norwegian-defence-pledge.pdf

• UK Resilience Action Plan (2025)–whole-of-society and voluntary-sector integration.

GOV.UK / plain-English summary
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-government-resilience-action-plan/uk-government-resilience-action-plan-html

23/12/2025

Wishing all our members, volunteers, supporters, and friends a peaceful Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year!

Thank you for your dedication, patience, and teamwork throughout 2025. Whether you’ve been on the front line, behind the scenes, or quietly supporting your team, your contribution has made a real difference to our communities.

As we look ahead to 2026, we’re grateful for everyone who stands with us – old and new. If you’d like to get involved or support our work, please reach out. There’s always a place for willing hands and open hearts.

Enjoy the festive season, stay safe, and we look forward to serving together in the year ahead.

Onwards and Upwards, always.