Continuity of Government
/kə-ˌnæ-nɪ-kəl tərm ˈkɒn-tɪˌnjuː-ɪ-ti əv ˈɡʌv-ərn-mənt/
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- (n.) A set of policies and procedures ensuring the continued operation of government functions during emergencies or catastrophic events.
Continuity of government plans are vital to maintaining national security during crises.
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Commentary
Continuity of government is a specialized legal and policy concept emphasizing uninterrupted governmental authority and functions, commonly referenced in constitutional and emergency law contexts.
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