Banter 117: 29Apr26 NEB-PEB National Emergency Briefing - People's Emergency Briefing
Video Timeline (min:sec): Banter 117 NEB - PEB
00:00 - 21:57 Presentation 21:57 - 53:52(end) Q & A
Presentation: NEB - PEB 29Apr26
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Meeting Summary - NEB-PEB 29Apr26
Apr 29, 2026 11:53 AM London ID: 834 5460 8536
Quick recap
The meeting focused on discussing the People's Emergency Briefing film and planning local climate action responses. Andrew Maliphant presented guidance on organizing screenings and follow-up meetings, emphasizing the importance of engaging local leaders and capturing contact details of attendees. Participants shared experiences and challenges, including food security concerns, planning regulations, and farming impacts. The group discussed practical steps for local councils and communities, such as creating resilience plans, improving biodiversity, and working with farmers. Graham and Alastair shared insights on organizing successful screenings and the need for follow-up sessions. The conversation also touched on challenges in farming communities and the importance of involving local experts in climate action discussions.
Next steps
Andrew Maliphant: Put information about the current count and related updates on the WhatsApp group for the Climate Emergency Network.
Andrew Maliphant: Share the link to the People's Emergency Briefing film and guidance in the chat for meeting participants.
Graham: Share English translations of Finnish/Swedish civilian preparedness handbooks or relevant documents, if available, with the group.
Alastair: Share a copy of the model resilience plan with the group.
Andrew Maliphant: Contact the NFU (National Farmers' Union) to discuss engagement with farming communities on climate and resilience issues.
Andrew Maliphant: Explore collaboration or outreach with Antidote (the group managing the postcode search for local activities) to improve digital mapping and database coverage for local climate action groups.
Jenny Bartlett: Organize a local screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film in June/July, including logistical planning (venue size, ticketing, format, and inviting MP).
David: Organize a community screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film on 17th June, including planning for format (panel, Q&A, etc.) and follow-up meetings.
Graham: Share advice/experience on using ticketing systems and organizing multiple/follow-up sessions for film screenings with the group.
Andrew Maliphant: Develop and share further guidance/advice for local councils and communities on next steps after film screenings, including suggestions for follow-up meetings and working groups.
Andrew Maliphant: Consider developing a loose-leaf/local handbook or publication for community resilience, food, farming, and local communications, and discuss with others.
Jenny Barna: Share the link/article about wool with the group (already sent, but noted as an action in transcript).
Summary
Resilience Planning
The main purpose of the meeting was to discuss expanding efforts around greater resilience, environmental improvements, and neighborhood work, with plans to gather feedback on communication strategies and collaboration with the Transition Network. Jenny Bartlett from Transition Leinster joined the meeting but experienced technical difficulties with her phone connection.
People's Emergency Briefing Film Discussion
Andrew Maliphant discussed the "People's Emergency Briefing" film, which was created in response to a national emergency briefing from November last year. He highlighted the film's growing traction and its balanced approach, noting that it aims to engage local MPs and encourage local action beyond just government pressure. Maliphant emphasized the importance of local resilience in addressing climate change effects, such as flooding and heat waves, and outlined steps for communities to take action. He also mentioned that a presentation and guidance materials would be available on their knowledge base to help facilitate local responses.
Climate Action Community Engagement
Andrew Maliphant discussed the importance of leadership in climate action initiatives and shared guidance on organizing film screenings followed by meetings to engage local communities. He emphasized the need for tailored messaging and inclusive discussion management to cater to different audience needs. Andrew highlighted the example of food resilience efforts, suggesting that local councils and communities should consider planning for potential supply chain disruptions. He also mentioned the creation of a 10-minute film to showcase local actions and stressed the importance of collective community responses to address climate challenges.
Community Resilience Planning Discussion
The group discussed community resilience planning, particularly focusing on water and food security. Alastair shared his experience with parish councils in Sussex and West Kent, noting that most lack resilience plans despite facing potential water shortages. Graham suggested using neighborhood plans to require higher insulation standards for new housing developments and recommended looking at Finnish and Swedish civil defense approaches as models for community preparedness. The discussion concluded with plans to share resources, including Graham's presentation materials on food resilience and Alastair's model resilience plan.
Transition Lempster Restart Planning
Jenny Bartlett discussed plans to restart Transition Lempster, including organizing an event in June that will involve a local MP. She sought advice on venue size and logistics, with Andrew Maliphant suggesting two approaches: an open meeting or a targeted invitation-only event, both of which could use online booking systems to gauge attendance. Jenny also raised concerns about a large planning application for 1,600 houses that would impact organic horticultural land and food security in the area.
Planning and Biodiversity Strategy Discussion
The group discussed planning and biodiversity issues, with Andrew Maliphant highlighting the need for local councils to engage with local plans and core strategies. Frank raised concerns about the current biodiversity net gain system in England, suggesting it encourages land degradation before applications are submitted, and noted challenges in Scotland due to upcoming elections. Graham provided advice on planning sessions, recommending councils pay for biodiversity audits and suggesting strategies for ticketing systems to better accommodate attendance.
Community Film Screening Planning
David discussed plans for a community screening of the film on June 17th and sought advice on the best format for the event. Graham shared his experience organizing a similar screening, recommending pre-booking a follow-up session, using QR codes for ticket booking, and involving local experts and farmers in discussions. Graham also emphasized capturing attendees' contact information and involving local climate action projects in the follow-up session.
Farming Challenges and Costs Discussion
The group discussed farming challenges, particularly focusing on Alastair's experiences as a beef and sheep farmer. Alastair shared concerns about rising fuel costs, government incentives, and the impact of policies on farming operations. The discussion highlighted the financial burden of implementing new farming practices, including the need to store dung to prevent pollution. Andrew Maliphant expressed interest in learning more about farming costs and challenges, suggesting the need for a summary of these issues for non-farming communities. The conversation also touched on the potential impact of international events, such as tensions with Iran, on fuel prices affecting farming operations.
Community Climate Action Initiatives
Andrew Maliphant presented a 10-minute film about community climate action and nature recovery, highlighting local initiatives like bee squares and community energy projects. He discussed opportunities for local councils and communities to address environmental challenges, including working together on flood management and energy resilience. The group explored funding options and suggested holding public meetings following film screenings to discuss community action plans. Andrew proposed creating a local guidance document on community living and resilience, which Jenny expressed interest in sharing her resilience plan for.
Chat: Banter 117 NEB - PEB:
00:44:18 Graham Stoddart-Stones - Great Collaboration - Bembridge:
Ticketing systems for PEB viewings: Ticket Tailor is free for no-fee viewings: https://www.tickettailor.com
00:52:05 Andrew Maliphant, Great Collaboration - Gloucestershire: https://wiki.greatcollaboration.uk/knowledgebase/most-frequently-sought-topics/generally-useful-websites/peb-peoples-emergency-briefing
00:52:39 frank deas, Killearn: Andrew / Graham have to head off but many thanks for a really useful session 00:52:45 Andrew Maliphant, Great Collaboration - Gloucestershire: [email protected] 01:03:37 Christine Crookall-Fallon: Thank you - some really useful thoughts for me when we host our filming in Corsham. Sorry I have to leave now. 01:08:50 Nicola Bissett: Thank you for sharing your experience with us which will hopefully inform our screening in Kippen, sorry have to get back to work now. best wishes. 01:12:49 Jenny Bartlett: Thanks all sound keeps dropping out so will leave now 01:22:23 Andrew Clegg, Martock, Somerset Levels: Thanks Andrew - have to leave now
Markdown: Banter 117 NEB - PEB:
People’s Emergency Briefing
Local Responses That Help Raise Local Resilience
Government Definition of Resilience
“Community resilience is enabled when the public are empowered to harness local resources and expertise to help themselves and their communities to prepare, respond and recover from disruptive challenges... and to plan and adapt to long-term social and environmental changes.”
Topics from the November Briefing
Nature – we’ve lost 53% of our biodiversity
Climate – if we keep burning fossil fuels, temperatures will keep rising
Weather extremes – the UK is getting wetter in winter, faster than models predicted
Tipping points – risk of failure of ocean currents affecting UK climate
Food security – UK imports 40–50% of food
Health – systemic breakdown is the biggest threat
National security – cascading crises could overwhelm systems
Economics – delay increases long-term risk
Energy transition – fossil fuel volatility drives recessions
Next Steps
Facilitation Guide
Guide to Stages in Managing Local Response
Some groups already engaged
Some audiences unaware or disengaged
Use appropriate language for each audience
Encourage calm, constructive responses
Provide clear pathways for action
What Extra Support Can We Offer?
Identify local action already happening
Invite local group leaders
Arrange follow-up meetings
Use NEB facilitation guide
Collect volunteer contact details
Prepare for subsequent meetings
Key Question
Is it enough to just offer pathways to action?
Food Resilience (2026)
UK imports ~50% of food
Climate risks already affecting supply (e.g. Spain)
Geopolitical risks affect fertiliser and supply chains
Food banks address immediate needs
Long-term solutions:
local growing
food partnerships
community-supported agriculture
👉 Action: add to local council agenda
Summary Steps
Look around your area
Connect with local people
Gather evidence & ideas
Make a declaration of action
Start with simple projects
Be critical of planning applications
Work in partnership
Share good practice
How Do We Encourage a Wider Audience?
Communication – what message works?
Offer practical support (e.g. Climate Psychology Alliance)
Prepare for demand
Train-the-trainer programmes
Increase influence
WHAT ELSE?
Local Opportunities
Gardens – bee squares
Land – allotments
Verges/pitches – biodiversity
High ground – wind turbines
Waterways – flood management
Transport – car clubs
Community spaces – engagement
What Local Councils Can Do
Adopt biodiversity policy
Create allotments
Support repair cafés
Reduce carbon emissions
Improve energy efficiency
Declare climate emergency
Appoint climate lead
Local Councils Working with Residents
Flood risk assessment + natural flood management
Bioblitz / biodiversity audits
“Right tree, right place”
Encourage car clubs
Loan thermal imaging cameras
Maintain rights of way
Community Involvement
Engage local volunteers
Work with national organisations:
Friends of the Earth
Transition groups
Locality
Social Enterprise networks
Invite groups to:
Annual Parish Meeting
Neighbourhood Plan events
Public meetings
Create:
Future fairs
Working groups
Parish Collaboration
Cluster councils for shared action
Hedgerow projects
Verge restoration
Farming clusters
Community energy
Councils Working with Other Bodies
Integrate transport systems
Localise contracts
Bulk purchasing
Support Community Land Trusts
Duties and Powers
Work with higher councils (Local Government Act 1972)
Promote energy efficiency (2006 Act)
Maintain footpaths
Support transport schemes
Provide allotments
Consider biodiversity (Environment Act 2021)
Hold annual parish meetings
Funding for Environmental Action
Section 137 funding (£11.60 per elector)
Community Infrastructure Levy
Biodiversity Net Gain
National Lottery Community Fund
Local grants
Crowdfunding
Community shares
Team Roles (Belbin)
“The range of useful behaviours that contribute to team performance is finite.”
Further Advice and Guidance
Centre for Sustainable Energy
Community Climate Action UK
National Association of Local Councils
Society of Local Council Clerks
The Great Collaboration
Wildlife Trusts
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