Introduction

This is the privacy and cookies policy for this website, www.runcornandhelsby.co.uk (our “Website”). This
policy applies to your use of the "Website”. The policy details information about your personal information is processed. This policy applies globally.

If you continue to browse and use the Website and associated services, you agree to this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, you must stop using our Website immediately. This privacy policy may vary from time to time and any revised policy will apply to the Website from its date of publication. You must check this page regularly in case of 
any updates. This Website must not be used by anyone under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent.
 

About the Website

This Website is operated by Michael Williams, of The Heath Business & Technical Park, Runcorn, WA7 4QX (“we”, “our” or “us”). You can make contact in relation to data protection matters at: michael.williams@runcornandhelsby.co.uk. You should email this address if you wish to exercise any of your legal rights with respect to your data or you have any questions regarding how it is processed

The Personal Data Collected

It is considered that personal data is any data which can identify you as an individual person and not data where your identity has been irretrievably removed or anonymised.

The following types of information may be collected:

• Site activity information, including how you use the Website, its features and our other services.
• Technical information, such as the internet browser and computer you use, your IP address, your location, information about the cookies you have on your device and plugins you have enabled in your browser. This information may also be collected if you use other websites which use our cookies.

This data is collected as you:

• use the Website and its associated features;
• contact, communicate or correspond with us.
   

Sensitive personal information about you is not collected. This means information in the following areas: religious and philosophical beliefs, race and ethnicity, sex life, health information, sexual orientation, genetic and biometric data, political opinions and information about trade union membership. You agree to not tell us or send us this type of information.

We may also receive personal information about you from analytics providers (such as Google and Facebook), search engines (such as Google and Bing) and advertising companies.

How Your Data Is Used

Your data will not be used in any way that breaches UK law.
 

Your personal data may be used:

• to comply with a legal obligation (e.g. performing a contract or disclosing information to the Courts);
• to create aggregated statistics; and
• where a legitimate interest exists to use your personal data and your fundamental rights and interests do not override these interests.

Your personal data will not be sold to third parties unless you consent. We retain your data only for the period necessary to achieve the purpose for which it was collected, except when legal obligations necessitate a longer retention period (such as for tax, accounting purposes, or if there is a reasonable likelihood of litigation). 

Third Party Content

Please note that the website contains links to third-party sites and may include features that integrate with external services. When you interact with these links or utilise third-party features, the terms, privacy, and cookie policies governing those experiences will differ from these and they will apply to your use of those sites and services. You are encouraged to review the terms, privacy policies, and cookie policies of any third-party sites you visit or features you use to ensure you understand how your information will be handled.

Data Security

The security of your personal information is prioritised with the highest regard, employing various technical safeguards to protect against the loss, accidental deletion, alteration, or unauthorized access of your data. In addition, there are established protocols to be enacted in the event of a security breach. Should any breach occur, we are committed to fulfilling our legal responsibilities, including notifying both you and
the UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) as required.

Your Legal Rights

In specific situations, you are entitled to exercise the following legal rights regarding the data held
about you:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data held about you.
• Right to Rectification: If any personal data held about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to have it corrected.
• Right to Erasure: Under certain conditions, you can request the deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request a restriction on how your personal data is processed , under certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request the transfer of your personal data to another organisation or to you, in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, in certain situations.
• Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in some cases, including where personal data is processed for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If personal data is processed based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time, though this will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
• Rights Related to Automated Decision Making and Profiling: You have rights in relation to automated decision making, including profiling, ensuring you can obtain human intervention, express your point of view, and contest the decision.

Please note that these rights may be limited in some circumstances, for example, if fulfilling your request would reveal personal data about another person, or if you ask for the deletion of data which is required to be kept by law. You can find more about these rights on the ICO’s website available at www.ico.org.uk (the “ICO Website”). If you wish to exercise any of your data protection rights, please contact michael.williams@runcornandhelsby.co.uk. Additionally, proof of your identity may be requested to confirm your request. This verification step is mandatory when you seek to exercise your right to access your personal data or your right to data portability, ensuring the security and proper handling of your information.

Complaints

You possess the right to lodge a complaint regarding data processing practices directly with the
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). However, it is kindly requested that you first reach out with any concerns by emailing michael.williams@runcornandhelsby.co.uk. This initial step allows the opportunity to address and resolve your issue promptly. For additional information on how to file a complaint with the ICO, please visit the ICO website. This resource provides comprehensive guidance on the complaint process.

Cookies

The Website uses cookies to function. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device and which help to differentiate you from other web users. Consent is sought before placing cookies, other than those which are strictly necessary, on your device. Cookies placed on your device will expire after a period of time which is determined reasonable.

Various types of cookies are used on the website, each serving a specific purpose:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of the website.
• Preference Cookies: These cookies help to recognise you on subsequent visits, enhancing your experience by remembering your preferences.
• Analytical Cookies: These cookies are deployed to understand how visitors interact with the website, such as which pages are most frequently visited and the sequence of those visits. This information assists us in improving our website's structure and content.
• Targeting Cookies: These cookies track your usage of the website, including the pages you view and the links you click.

You have the option to disable cookies through your browser's settings. Turning off cookies can result in a less optimal browsing experience and may prevent the website from functioning as intended. For more detailed information about cookies, including guidance on how to block them, you can visit the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) website at this link: https://ico.org.uk/global/cookies/. This resource provides comprehensive insights into cookies and how to manage your preferences regarding their use.