Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Gargunnock Community Trust (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled responsibly and transparently. This statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with us.

2. Who We Are

Gargunnock Community Trust is a registered charity and a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation based in Gargunnock, Scotland. Our mission is to support and develop community-led initiatives that benefit residents and visitors

3. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Name, email address, and contact details if you attend the AGM or become a member of the Trust.
  • Information you provide via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups e.g. if you apply for Windfarm Funding or apply for a Community Centre booking.
  • Website usage data via cookies and analytics tools.
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to enquiries and provide requested services such as invoices for the use of the Community Centre.
  • To Process Windfarm Applications.
  • Send or publish your article in the newsletter (The Bugle) and updates (with your consent).
  • Improve our website and services.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Your consent (e.g., for newsletters, Trust membership, Community Centre bookings, etc).
  • Performance of a contract (e.g., responding to service requests)
  • Legal obligation.
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services).

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with trusted third parties who help us operate our website or deliver our services, under strict data protection agreements.

7. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on site, and browser type. This data is anonymised and used solely to improve website performance and user experience. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected e.g. Windfarm Fund applications, or as required by law

9. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Lodge a complaint to the Gargunnock Trust in the first instance (see Gargunnock Community Trust complaints policy) or if dissatisfied with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

10. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. A cookie banner will be displayed on your first visit to allow you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

11. Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy statement or your data, please contact:

Gargunnock Community Trust
📧 Email: gargunnocktrust@gmail.com
đź“Ť Address: Secretary, Gargunnock Community Trust, Dasher Cottage, Station Road, Gargunnock, FK8 3DA