Last Updated: March 2026
Website: https://secypgroup.co.uk
1. Introduction
Welcome to SECYP Group. We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit and interact with our website.
2. Who We Are
“SECYP Group”, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to the South East Children’s and Young People Group — an organisation that brings together professionals working with children and young people to share knowledge, build networks, and explore innovative practices.
3. What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through forms or communication with us, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Organisation or professional role
- Any other information you choose to submit (e.g., messages, enquiries, event registrations).
We may also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our site, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages accessed and time spent on the site
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries and communicate with you
- Process event registrations or newsletter sign-ups
- Improve our website and services
- Send updates or relevant information (where consented)
- Comply with legal obligations.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. The lawful bases include:
- Consent: When you agree to receive communications
- Legitimate interest: To operate and improve our services
- Legal obligation: Where required by law.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to:
- Enhance your browsing experience
- Analyse website usage
- Improve site performance.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
7. Who We Share Your Data With
We will not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
We may share your data with:
- Service providers supporting website operations
- Event platforms or mailing list services (with consent)
- Legal or regulatory authorities where required.
Any third parties processing data on our behalf will be required to protect it in accordance with this policy.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to us.
9. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.
10. Your Rights
Under applicable law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended for adults and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16.
12. Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact:
Email: info@secypgroup.co.uk