Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how Skegness Area Business Chamber (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, stores, and uses your personal information when you visit or interact with our website(s): www.skegnesschamber.com, www.eastlincs-expo.co.uk and www.skegnessbusinessawards.co.uk.

We are committed to handling your personal data securely and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Last updated: October 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data

We collect personal and business-related information when you:

• Contact us via forms or email
• Submit an enquiry
• Register as a member
• Register for an event
• Sign up to receive updates
• Submit a Business Awards nomination

This may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Business name and address
• Job title or role
• Additional information (for example nomination details such as achievements and supporting information)

Usage Data

We also collect data automatically when you use our site, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Device identifiers
• Referral URLs

Cookies

Cookies help us improve your browsing experience and collect anonymous analytical data. Cookies are small files stored on your device to:

• Track site usage and improve performance
• Remember preferences
• Help us analyse website traffic

You can control cookie settings via your browser or learn more at www.allaboutcookies.org.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and process your data in order to:

• Respond to general enquiries
• Administer Chamber membership
• Communicate Chamber news and events
• Manage and evaluate Business Awards nominations
• Promote nominated businesses (with consent)
• Send updates, newsletters, or promotional information (only with consent)
• Analyse website performance and user interaction
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Business Awards Nominations

When you submit a nomination via our website or related forms, the information you provide (whether about yourself or another business) will be used solely for the purpose of:

• Assessing eligibility and suitability for award categories
• Contacting nominees or nominators if further details are required
• Sharing nominee details with the judging panel under confidentiality agreements
• Promoting shortlisted or winning businesses

We will never publish personal or business details from a nomination without your explicit consent.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – for sending newsletters or publishing award information
• Legitimate interest – to evaluate nominations, improve our services, or promote business activity in the area
• Contractual obligation – to process event registrations or member services
• Legal obligation – to comply with tax, governance, or regulatory duties

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share limited data with trusted service providers such as:

• Website and email hosting services
• Mailing or newsletter platforms
• Business Awards judges or event organisers (under confidentiality terms)

We may disclose data when required to:

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations
• Prevent or investigate misuse of our website or services
• Protect the rights or safety of others

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data
• Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of your rights, email: info@skegnesschamber.com

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Membership records
• Event or award participation
• Legal or financial reporting requirements

8. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your data, including:

• Secure hosting and encrypted connections (SSL)
• Restricted access to personal information
• Undertaking training on data protection

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. Please be aware we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:

📧 Email: info@skegnesschamber.com