Find out if you or someone you care for is eligible to sign up to the Priority Services Register for support during outages at GOV.UK/BeReady

Be Ready is the government's preparedness campaign that is encouraging everyone to take simple, practical steps to help people prepare for emergencies. From severe weather to cyber-attacks, emergencies can disrupt the services you rely on, like your phone, power, water and the internet. Being prepared helps you manage while help reaches those who are most in need.

Check if you are eligible for the Priority Services Register

The first phase of the Be Ready Campaign focuses on encouraging people to sign up to the Priority Services Register (PSR).

The PSR is a free service that helps gas, electricity and water companies identify customers who may need extra support during an outage or disruption to srevices.

you may be eligible if you:

• are of pensionable age
• have a disability or long term health condition
• have young children
• rely on medical equipment
• have specific communication or accessibility needs.

Registering can help utility providers offer additional support during emergencies, making it easier for those most at ridk to access assistance when they need it.

Visit the Be Ready page on the government website.

Keep enough essentials for three days

Consider keeping a small supply of everyday essentials at thome, including bottled water and long-life food, to help you manage during short term disruptions. You do not need to buy everything at one. Adding an extra item to your regular shop can help you build up supplies over time.