Why is the UK telling people to stockpile? | BBC News

Major retailers have reported a big rise in sales of tinned food, bottled water, wind up radios and batteries, after the government launched its 'be ready' campaign. The government is urging people to stock up on enough for three days in case of a crisis - like extreme weather or a cyber-attack. The security minister's defended the campaign, arguing that our European neighbours seem better prepared. In this video... 0:00 – Montage 0:36 – Why is the government urging people to stockpile? 2:02 – How serious is the threat to the UK? 2:48 – What should people be stockpiling? 3:59 – Rise in the sales of radios and tinned goods, say retailers 5:29 – People give their reaction to the government advice 6:25 – How does the UK compare to other countries? Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news BBCNews Stockpile UK Preparedness Prepper