1. Who We Are
Great Yarmouth First Website: https://greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk Email: info@greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk We act as the Data Controller for the personal data we collect.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following information:
Information you provide directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Address or postcode (if provided for campaign‑related enquiries)
- Messages or enquiries submitted through our contact forms
- Newsletter sign‑up information
- Volunteer or supporter information
Automatically collected data
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Cookie data (see Cookie Policy below)
Special category data
We do not intentionally collect special category data unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., political opinions). If you do, we will only process it with your explicit consent.
3. How We Use Your Data
We may use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries or messages you send us
- Provide updates, newsletters, or campaign information (only if you opt in)
- Manage volunteer or supporter communications
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Maintain internal records
We will never sell your data or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Consent — when you sign up for updates or voluntarily provide information
- Legitimate interests — responding to enquiries, running our website, improving services
- Legal obligation — complying with electoral, regulatory, or data protection requirements
5. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure servers
- Access controls
- Encryption where appropriate
- Regular security reviews
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
6. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data only with:
- Service providers who support our website or email systems
- Regulatory bodies where legally required (e.g., Electoral Commission)
- Law enforcement if required by law
We do not share your data with third‑party marketers.
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: 📧 info@greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Contact Us
For any privacy‑related questions or requests, please contact: 📧 info@greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk
🍪 Cookie Policy — Great Yarmouth First
This Cookie Policy explains how Great Yarmouth First uses cookies and similar technologies on greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytics.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to function. They cannot be switched off.
Analytics & Performance Cookies
We may use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. These cookies help us improve performance and usability.
Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences (e.g., cookie consent settings).
Third‑Party Cookies
Some embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, social media links) may set their own cookies.
3. Managing Cookies
When you first visit our site, you will be asked to accept or manage cookies. You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. How We Use Cookie Data
We use cookie data to:
- Ensure the website works correctly
- Analyse traffic and usage patterns
- Improve site performance
- Remember your preferences
We do not use cookies for advertising or profiling.
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.
6. Contact
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, contact us at: 📧 info@greatyarmouthfirst.co.uk