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16 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (32) – Learn to shut off the mains for water, gas and electricity
If a water pipe bursts, a gas leak occurs or a short

15 July 2026
Carrying a penknife: is that just allowed?
The short answer to the question in the title: no, not just

09 July 2026
Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (31) – Assemble a 72-hour bug-out bag
You don’t need a bunker to be prepared. Sometimes it’s just as
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27 October 2025
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Self-sufficient in 52 weeks (3) – Build your own first aid kit
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