Community Risk Register
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Social disruption
Social disruption can include anything from public disorder to industrial action (or strikes), with temporary closures and reduced services to critical public services.
Public disorder includes rioting, looting, vandalism, violence and arson.
Consequences of public disorder may include:
- physical or psychological casualties
- disruption to critical services (particularly policing and health)
- damage to property and infrastructure
- possible evacuation or temporary shelter requirements
- possible economic damage
Industrial action can lead to:
- disruption of essential services (particularly transport, finance, health and education)
- disruption to business via loss of working hours
- possible public disorder
- economic damage (particularly transport sector industrial action)
If you are unsure what to do:
- Go in, stay in and tune in
The police plan and prepare for outbreaks of public disorder with specially trained officers who are able to deploy quickly and can support other parts of the country if needed.
Northamptonshire Talking
Northamptonshire Talking is a free messaging service from Northamptonshire Police and local partner organisations that provides updates on:
- policing and community matters
- crime and suspicious activity where you live or work
- crime prevention advice
- updates from your local neighbourhood policing team
You can choose the type of information you want to receive including information from the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner as well as the Neighbourhood Watch.
Last updated 30 May 2024