West Itchenor Parish Council respects the privacy of residents, visitors, and users of this website. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you access or interact with this website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
The parish council may collect limited personal information when you:
- Contact the council via email or contact forms
- Submit enquiries, feedback, or correspondence
- Interact with website features that require user input
Personal information may include your name, email address, and any details you choose to provide in your message.
How We Use Your Information
Personal information is used only for legitimate parish council purposes, including:
- Responding to enquiries or correspondence
- Managing parish business and communications
- Maintaining official records where required by law
- Improving website communication and accessibility
Information is not used for marketing or commercial purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including where processing is necessary for:
- Performing public tasks or statutory duties
- Responding to legitimate enquiries
- Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
The parish council does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Data may be shared only where necessary:
- With relevant authorities to address enquiries
- Where required by law or regulation
- To protect legal rights or public interests
Any data shared is limited to what is strictly necessary.
Data Security
The parish council takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. While appropriate security measures are in place, no online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Your Rights
You may have rights under data protection law, including the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of data where applicable
- Object to or restrict certain processing
Requests can be made by contacting the parish council using the details provided on this website.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes. Any updates will be published on this page.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact the parish council using the official contact details provided on this website.