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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alex Ross

‘Preppers’ share three tips to make UK homes more resilient

  • Concerns over climate extremes, global conflicts, and food supply vulnerabilities are driving an increase in UK citizens stockpiling emergency supplies.
  • Ana, a mother from south Wales, leads the online UK Preppers Club, which has grown to nearly 15,000 members as more women seek family resilience.
  • The UK Cabinet Office recently organised a campaign advising citizens to stock up on tinned food and bottled water to boost national resilience.
  • Data from ATM network Link reveals that almost half of people surveyed in the UK already maintain a stockpile of tinned goods at home.
  • Modern preppers advocate for practical food rotation, home-grown produce, and balanced nutrition rather than extreme off-grid survivalism.

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