Risk Communication on a National Scale: The Dutch Way

Abstract

Risk communication is first and foremost a local responsibility and, in The Netherlands, the Ministry of Home Affairs therefore stimulated local government to start their campaigns. Of the municipalities, 95 per cent participated in Risk Communication. A national campaign to strengthen and support these local campaigns started in March 1993. A clear strategy that covers all possible risks, including nuclear and industrial disasters, and co‐operation between governments at all levels is a necessity for effective national coverage.

Citation

Quint, J.G.H. (1993), "Risk Communication on a National Scale: The Dutch Way", Disaster Prevention and Management, Vol. 2 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/09653569310040991