GAD initiates Cross-Government Climate Ready Estates Network
The Government Actuary's Department (GAD) has initiated the Cross-Government Climate Ready Estates Network (CCREN) to address climate-related risks affecting public estates. This network brings together experts from the Cabinet Office, Ministry of Justice, Department for Education, Government Property Agency, NHS Property Services, and Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. CCREN aims to bridge the gap between policy and delivery for climate adaptation and resilience by facilitating regular meetings, thematic deep-dives, and the sharing of practical methodologies. Its key focus areas include climate risk assessment, adaptation strategies, and capacity building to ensure that public estates remain robust against future challenges such as overheating, flooding, and potential disruptions to critical systems that can impact the economy, security, and public wellbeing.