Privacy & Cookie Policy

Together Britain Collective

Effective date: 26 February 2026 · Website: togetherbritaincollective.org.uk

Together Britain Collective (“the Collective”, “we”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data in compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website or interact with us.

1. Data Controller

Together Britain Collective
Email: info@togetherbritaincollective.org.uk

We are the data controller, responsible for how your personal data is handled.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect personal data when you:

  • Sign up for newsletters or updates
  • Register as a member
  • Donate or make payments
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Participate in surveys or campaigns

Types of personal data may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Postal address (if provided)
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
  • IP address and browser information
  • Any other data voluntarily submitted by you

3. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data for purposes including:

  • Managing membership and communication
  • Sending newsletters and updates
  • Processing donations and payments
  • Responding to enquiries or requests
  • Running campaigns and events
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent – e.g., newsletter sign-up or voluntary surveys.
  • Contractual necessity – e.g., membership administration or donation processing.
  • Legal obligation – e.g., financial record-keeping or compliance reporting.
  • Legitimate interests – e.g., improving our website, outreach, and community engagement.

5. Sharing Personal Data

We may share your data with:

  • Service providers who process data on our behalf (e.g., payment processors, email platforms).
  • Legal authorities if required by law or regulation.
  • Affiliated organisations for approved campaigns or events, with your consent.

We ensure any third parties comply with GDPR and implement strong data protection measures.

6. Cookies & Tracking

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve your experience on our site.

6.2 Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies – required for website functionality (e.g., login, form submission).
  • Analytics Cookies – collect anonymous usage data to improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Marketing Cookies – used to provide relevant content or ads (if applicable).

6.3 Your Choices

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

Disabling non-essential cookies may limit some website features.

For a full list of cookies, see our Cookie Declaration [link if separate page].

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Membership records: 7 years after membership ends
  • Donation records: 7 years for legal compliance
  • Email newsletter subscriptions: until unsubscribed
  • Website analytics: anonymised or aggregated after 2 years

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights under GDPR:

  • Access – request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure – request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention rules)
  • Restriction – limit processing under certain circumstances
  • Data portability – receive your data in a structured format
  • Objection – object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdraw Consent – for processing you previously consented to

To exercise your rights, contact: info@togetherbritaincollective.org.uk

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Accidental loss, destruction, or damage
  • Breach of confidentiality

These include:

  • Secure servers
  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Access controls and password protection
  • Staff training on data protection

10. International Transfers

Where we use third-party service providers outside the UK:

  • Transfers are made to countries with adequate data protection standards
  • We use contractual safeguards or EU-approved mechanisms to protect your data

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13.

We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent.

If you believe a child has submitted personal data, contact us for deletion.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in:

  • Legal requirements
  • Website functionality
  • Services provided

The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Complaints

If you believe your data has been mishandled:

14. Contact Information

Together Britain Collective
Email: info@togetherbritaincollective.org.uk

Website: togetherbritaincollective.org.uk

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