Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At Exmouth & District Talking Newspaper, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains when and why we collect personal information about people who subscribe to our service, volunteer with us, or visit our website, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
2. Who We Are
Exmouth & District Talking Newspaper is a registered charity in England and Wales (number 283438). We provide audio recordings of local news and information for visually impaired individuals in Exmouth and the surrounding district.
3. What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as your name, postal address, email address, and telephone number when you subscribe to receive our recordings, apply to be a volunteer, or make a donation. We only collect the data necessary to provide our charitable services.
4. How We Use Information
We use your information to manage your subscription, process volunteer applications, deliver our audio recordings, and send you essential communications regarding the service. We may also use it to maintain our internal administrative records and comply with legal requirements.
5. Keeping Your Information Safe
We take the security of your data seriously. We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. Access to your personal data is restricted to authorised personnel who need it to execute their volunteer duties.
6. How Long We Keep Information
We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to provide our services and to comply with statutory legal or tax obligations.
7. Sharing Information
We do not sell or rent your information. We may share your data with trusted partners (such as the Royal Mail) strictly for the purpose of delivering recordings or managing our charitable activities.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer through the contact details provided below.
9. Contact Us
For any privacy-related enquiries, please email contact@exmouthtalkingnewspaper.org or call us at 01395 266968.