This section provides information on what to do in an emergency situation and who to contact as well as some frequently asked questions about emergencies in the UK.   The emergency contact section includes information on contacting: an ambulance, the police, UK hospitals and the fire service. It also provides contact information in case of: flooding, neighbourhood problems, domestic violence, homelessness, problems on the road and pet and animal emergencies.

For more information on emergencies you can also visit the Dealing with Emergencies section on the DirectGov website.