Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Banff and Macduff, Scotland Website
Last Updated: 29/06/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit the official website for Banff and Macduff, Scotland (the “Site”). We are committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information in compliance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by or on behalf of local authorities and partners supporting Banff and Macduff. If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, if you contact us or sign up for newsletters.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and similar data collected via cookies or analytics tools.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and interaction information.
  • Voluntary Data: Information you provide in forms (e.g., feedback forms, event registrations).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries or provide the services you request.
  • To improve the performance, design, and content of our website.
  • To send you updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (only if you have opted in).
  • To ensure security and protect against fraudulent activity.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Your consent (e.g., for email marketing).
  • To fulfil a contract or provide services you request.
  • Our legitimate interests in operating and improving the website.
  • Compliance with legal obligations.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie banner.

For more details, please see our [Cookie Policy] (link if separate).

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with trusted third parties only when necessary, including:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics or email marketing services
  • Local event organisers or partners (with your consent)

All partners are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with the law.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal and reporting requirements.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • The right to access the data we hold about you
  • The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • The right to request deletion of your data
  • The right to object to or restrict processing
  • The right to data portability (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert contact email].

9. Data Security

We have implemented appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss.

10. External Links

This Site may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Please review it periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://ico.org.uk