Adverse Weather and Health Plan

The Adverse Weather and Health Plan (AWHP) builds on existing measures taken by the UK government, its agencies, NHS England and local authorities. The AWHP outlines key areas where the public sector, independent sector, voluntary sector, health and social care organisations and local communities can work together to maintain and improve integrated arrangements for planning and response to deliver the best outcomes possible during adverse weather.

The AWHP brings together and builds on the previous Heatwave Plan for England and the Cold Weather Plan for England.

The AWHP is underpinned by:

• supporting evidence that underlines the activities and scientific evidence
• guidance and support materials
• the Weather-Health Alerts (heat and cold), developed in partnership with the Met Office