This page outlines how Dusk-sequoia Heritage Consultants complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Controller
Dusk-sequoia Heritage Consultants is the data controller for personal information collected through this website and in the course of providing our services. We are responsible for deciding how personal data is processed and for what purposes.
Lawful Bases for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases as defined by Article 6 of the UK GDPR:
Consent
Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose, such as receiving communications about our services or accepting cookies on our website.
Contractual Necessity
Where processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you, or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract. This includes processing enquiry data to prepare proposals and deliver consultancy services.
Legitimate Interests
Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests or those of a third party, except where such interests are overridden by your fundamental rights. Our legitimate interests include operating our business effectively, improving our services, and maintaining professional records.
Legal Obligation
Where processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation to which we are subject, such as responding to lawful requests from regulatory bodies or maintaining records required by professional standards.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
The UK GDPR provides you with the following rights in relation to your personal data:
Right of Access (Article 15)
You have the right to obtain confirmation that your data is being processed and to access a copy of your personal data. We will respond to access requests within one month.
Right to Rectification (Article 16)
You have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected and incomplete data completed.
Right to Erasure (Article 17)
You have the right to request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, including where it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected or where you withdraw consent.
Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18)
You have the right to request that we restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances, such as while we verify accuracy following a challenge.
Right to Data Portability (Article 20)
Where processing is based on consent or contract and carried out by automated means, you have the right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
Right to Object (Article 21)
You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
Data Protection Impact Assessments
We conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments where processing is likely to result in high risk to individuals, in accordance with Article 35 of the UK GDPR.
International Transfers
We do not routinely transfer personal data outside the United Kingdom. Where any such transfer is necessary, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in compliance with Chapter V of the UK GDPR.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a personal data breach likely to result in risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the Information Commissioner's Office within 72 hours and communicate with affected individuals where required.
Supervisory Authority
The supervisory authority for data protection in the United Kingdom is the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). You have the right to lodge a complaint with the ICO if you believe your data protection rights have been infringed.
Information Commissioner's Office
Wycliffe House, Water Lane
Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF
www.ico.org.uk
Contact for Data Protection Queries
For any questions regarding how we handle your personal data or to exercise your rights, please contact: [email protected]