{"id":38897,"date":"2025-11-28T15:11:56","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T15:11:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bossdesign.com\/?page_id=38897"},"modified":"2026-04-09T10:29:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T10:29:45","slug":"gdpr-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bossdesign.com\/gdpr-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"GDPR Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"38897\" class=\"elementor elementor-38897\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac60638 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ac60638\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed0f019 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"ed0f019\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67a3ecc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"67a3ecc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"> Data Protection Policy <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f5d2e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"2f5d2e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e16117c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e16117c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-422a453 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"422a453\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"><div class=\"layoutArea\"><div class=\"column\"><p>Reviewed 01.04.26<\/p><p><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59a54c14 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"59a54c14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><p class=\"p2\">Boss Design needs to gather and use certain information about individuals.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">These can include customers, suppliers, business contacts, employees and other people the organisation has a relationship with or may need to contact.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">This policy describes how this personal data must be collected, handled and stored to meet the company\u2019s data protection standards \u2014 and to comply with the law.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Why this policy exists<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">This data protection policy ensures Boss Design:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Complies with data protection law and follow good practice<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Protects the rights of staff, customers and partners<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Is open about how it stores and processes individuals\u2019 data<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Protects itself from the risks of a data breach<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Data protection law<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">The Data Protection Act 1998 describes how organisations \u2014 including Boss Design must collect, handle and store personal information.<\/span><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">These rules apply regardless of whether data is stored electronically, on paper or on other materials.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">To comply with the law, personal information must be collected and used fairly, stored safely and not disclosed unlawfully.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">The Data Protection Act is underpinned by eight important principles. These say that personal data must:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Be processed fairly and lawfully<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Be obtained only for specific, lawful purposes<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Be adequate, relevant and not excessive<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Be accurate and kept up to date<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Not be held for any longer than necessary<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Processed in accordance with the rights of data subjects<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Be protected in appropriate ways<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Not be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), unless that country or territory also<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>ensures an adequate level of protection<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">This policy applies to:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">To all operational sites of Boss Design<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">All staff and volunteers of Boss Design<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">All contractors, suppliers and other people working on behalf of Boss Design<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">It applies to all data that the company holds relating to identifiable individuals, even if that information technically falls outside of the Data Protection Act 1998. This can include:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Postal Names of individuals<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Addresses<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Email addresses<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Telephone numbers<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Including any other information relating to individuals<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Data protection risks<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">This policy helps to protect Boss Design from some very real data security risks, including:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Breaches of confidentiality. For instance, information being given out inappropriately.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Failing to offer choice. For instance, all individuals should be free to choose how the company uses data relating to them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Reputational damage. For instance, the company could suffer if hackers successfully gained access to sensitive data.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Responsibilities<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Everyone who works for or with Boss Design has some responsibility for ensuring data is collected, stored and handled appropriately.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Each person that handles personal data must ensure that it is handled and processed in line with this policy and data protection principles. BossDesign.com<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Key areas of responsibility:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\">The board of directors is ultimately responsible for ensuring that Boss Design meets its legal obligations.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li5\">The [data protection officer], Virginia Seaward, is responsible for: Keeping the board updated about data protection responsibilities, risks and issues.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li5\">Reviewing all data protection procedures and related policies, in line with an agreed schedule.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li5\">Arranging data protection training and advice for the people covered by this policy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li5\">Handling data protection questions from staff and anyone else covered by this policy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li5\">Dealing with requests from individuals to see the data Boss Design holds about them (also called \u2018subject access requests\u2019).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Checking and approving any contracts or agreements with third parties that may handle the company\u2019s sensitive data.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li5\">The [IT manager], Chris Edge is responsible for: Ensuring all systems, services and equipment used for storing data meet acceptable security standards.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li5\">Performing regular checks and scans to ensure security hardware and software is functioning properly.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Evaluating any third-party services the company is considering using to store or process data. For instance, cloud computing services.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">The (creative director), Ceri Lovett is responsible for: Approving any data protection statements attached to communications such as emails and letters.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"background-color: transparent;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li5\">Addressing any data protection queries from journalists or media outlets like newspapers.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Where necessary, working with other staff to ensure marketing initiatives abide by data protection principles.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>General staff guidelines<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">The only people able to access data covered by this policy should be those who need it for their work.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Data should not be shared informally. When access to confidential information is required, employees can request it from their line managers.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Boss Design will provide training to all employees to help them understand their responsibilities when handling data.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Employees should keep all data secure, by taking sensible precautions and following the guidelines below.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">In particular, strong passwords must be used and they should never be shared.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Personal data should not be disclosed to unauthorised people, either within the company or externally.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data should be regularly reviewed and updated if it is found to be out of date. If no longer required, it should be deleted and disposed of.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Employees should request help from their line manager or the data protection officer if they are unsure about any aspect of data protection.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Data Storage<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">These rules describe how and where data should be safely stored. Questions about storing data safely can be directed to the IT manager or data controller.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">When data is stored on paper, it should be kept in a secure place where unauthorised people cannot see it. These guidelines also apply to data that is usually stored electronically but has been printed out for some reason:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">When not required, the paper or files should be kept in a locked drawer or filing cabinet.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Employees should make sure paper and printouts are not left where unauthorised people could see them, like on a printer.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data printouts should be shredded and disposed of securely when no longer required.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">When data is stored electronically, it must be protected from unauthorised access, accidental deletion and malicious hacking attempts:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data should be protected by strong passwords that are changed regularly and never shared between employees.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">If data is stored on removable media (like a CD or DVD), these should be kept locked away securely when not being used.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data should only be stored on designated drives and servers, and should only be uploaded to an approved cloud computing services.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Servers containing personal data should be sited in a secure location, away from general office space.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data should be backed up frequently. Those backups should be tested regularly, in line with the company\u2019s standard backup procedures.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Data should never be saved directly to laptops or other mobile devices like tablets or smart phones.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>Data Use<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Personal data is of no value to Boss Design unless the business can make use of it. However, it is when personal data is accessed and used that it can be at the greatest risk of loss, corruption or theft:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">When working with personal data, employees should ensure the screens of their computers are always locked when left unattended.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Personal data should not be shared informally. In particular, it should never be sent by email, as this form of communication is not secure.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Data must be encrypted before being transferred electronically. The IT manager can explain how to send data to authorised external contacts.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Personal data should never be transferred outside of the European Economic Area.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Employees should not save copies of personal data to their own computers. Always access and update the central copy of any data.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>Data Accuracy<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\">The law requires Boss Design to take reasonable steps to ensure data is kept accurate and up to date.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">The more important it is that the personal data is accurate, the greater the effort Boss Design should put into ensuring its accuracy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">It is the responsibility of all employees who work with data to take reasonable steps to ensure it is kept as accurate and up to date as possible.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Data will be held in as few places as necessary. Staff should not create any unnecessary additional data sets.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Staff should take every opportunity to ensure data is updated. For instance, by confirming a customer\u2019s details when they call.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\">Boss Design will make it easy for data subjects to update the information Boss Design holds about them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\">Data should be updated as inaccuracies are discovered. For instance, if a customer can no longer be reached on their stored telephone number, it should be removed from the database.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li2\">It is the marketing manager\u2019s responsibility to ensure marketing databases are checked against industry suppression files every six months.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Subject access requests<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">All individuals who are the subject of personal data held by Boss Design are entitled to:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">Ask what information the company holds about them and why.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Ask how to gain access to it.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">Be informed how to keep it up to date.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">Be informed how the company is meeting its data protection obligations.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">If an individual contacts the company requesting this information, this is called a subject access request.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Subject access requests from individuals should be made by email, addressed to the data controller at <span class=\"s2\">dpo@bossdesign.com <\/span>.The data controller can supply a standard request form, although individuals do not have to use this.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Individuals will be charged \u00a310 per subject access request. The data controller will aim to provide the relevant data within 14 days.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">The data controller will always verify the identity of anyone making a subject access request before handing over any information.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Disclosing data for other reasons<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">In certain circumstances, the Data Protection Act allows personal data to be disclosed to law enforcement agencies without the consent of the data subject.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Under these circumstances, Boss Design will disclose requested data. However, the data controller will ensure the request is legitimate, seeking assistance from the board and from the company\u2019s legal advisers where necessary. BossDesign.com<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><strong>Providing information<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Boss Design aims to ensure that individuals are aware that their data is being processed, and that they understand:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li3\">How the data is being used<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li3\">How to exercise their rights<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">To these ends, the company has a privacy statement, setting out how data relating to individuals is used by the company.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\">[This is available on request. A version of this statement is also available on the company\u2019s website.]<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><b>Policy approved by:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>Signed<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Brian Murray \u2013 Managing Director \u2013 November 2025\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"p2\">Subject access requests from individuals should be made by email, addressed to the data controller at <span class=\"s2\">dpo@bossdesign.com <\/span>.The data controller can supply a standard request form, although individuals do not have to use this.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Individuals will be charged \u00a310 per subject access request. The data controller will aim to provide the relevant data within 14 days.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">The data controller will always verify the identity of anyone making a subject access request before handing over any information.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><b>Disclosing data for other reasons<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\">In certain circumstances, the Data Protection Act allows personal data to be disclosed to law enforcement agencies without the consent of the data subject.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Under these circumstances, Boss Design will disclose requested data. However, the data controller will ensure the request is legitimate, seeking assistance from the board and from the company\u2019s legal advisers where necessary.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\"><b>\u00a0<\/b><b>Providing information<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p><p class=\"p2\">Boss Design aims to ensure that individuals are aware that their data is being processed, and that they understand:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul class=\"ul1\"><li class=\"li6\">How the data is being used<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li class=\"li2\">How to exercise their rights<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">To these ends, the company has a privacy statement, setting out how data relating to individuals is used by the company.<\/span><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p class=\"p2\">[This is available on request. 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