Privacy Policy
Effective date: 05/05/26
1. Introduction
Business in Bolsover (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website (https://businessinbolsover.co.uk/) or interact with us, including when you contact us, sign up for events, or join our mailing list.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
Business in Bolsover is a business support initiative providing training, networking events, and resources for businesses within the Bolsover District.
Contact details:
Email: info@businessinbolsover.co.uk
For the purposes of data protection law, we are the data controller of your personal data.
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
a) Information you provide directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Business details (if relevant)
- Any information submitted via contact forms or event registrations
b) Automatically collected data
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries submitted via our website
- Provide business support services and information
- Register you for events and training sessions
- Send newsletters and updates (if you opt in)
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
We will only use your personal data when the law allows us to.
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
We rely on the following legal bases:
- Consent – for email marketing and newsletters
- Legitimate interests – to provide and improve our services
- Legal obligation – where required by law
6. Marketing Communications
If you sign up to our mailing list, we may send you:
- Event updates
- Business support information
- News and resources
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in our emails or contacting us directly.
7. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share your data with:
- Service providers (e.g. email platforms, website hosting)
- Partner organisations delivering business support programmes
- Government bodies or funders where required (e.g. reporting purposes)
All third parties are required to respect your data and keep it secure.
8. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfil the purposes we collected it for
- Satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
10. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing
- Request restriction of processing
- Request transfer of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
11. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to:
- Improve user experience
- Analyse website traffic
- Support website functionality
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact: