1. Who we are

Filey Brigg Angling Society
Website: https://fileybrigganglingsociety.co.uk
Email: info@fileybrigganglingsociety.co.uk
Location: Filey, North Yorkshire, UK

2. What Information We Collect

We collect personal data through the following:

1. Contact Forms: Name, email address, and message content
2. Membership Application Forms: Name, address, contact details, and other information needed to process applications
3. Competition Entry Forms: Entrant’s name, contact information, and relevant entry details
4. Analytics & Cookies: Technical data such as IP address, device information, and browsing behaviour via Google Analytics and the CookieYes consent plugin

We do not collect sensitive data unless you voluntarily provide it as part of a form submission.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for:

1. Responding to enquiries
2. Managing membership and processing applications
3. Administering fishing competitions
4. Monitoring website traffic and improving functionality (via Google Analytics)
5. Ensuring compliance with legal obligations

We do not sell or share your personal information for commercial gain.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under the UK GDPR:

1. Consent: For form submissions and cookie tracking (via CookieYes)
2. Contract: To fulfill membership or competition-related services
3. Legitimate Interests: For website analytics and communications
4. Legal Obligation: For record-keeping and regulatory compliance

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use the CookieYes plugin to manage cookie consent in accordance with UK laws. You can adjust your preferences using the cookie banner when you visit our website.

We also use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics. Google may store data on servers outside the UK. You can opt out using Google's browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

1. Membership and competition data: up to 6 years (for administrative or legal reasons)
2. Contact form submissions: up to 12 months
3. Analytics data: retained per Google Analytics settings (currently 14 months)

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data. While we take appropriate precautions, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

1. Access your personal data
2. Request correction or deletion
3. Object to or restrict processing
4. Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
5. Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@fileybrigganglingdsociety.co.uk.

9. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services such as:

1. Google Analytics (data may be stored outside the UK)
2. Form plugins (WordPress-based)

We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date above.

11. Contact Us

For any questions or data-related requests, contact:

Filey Brigg Angling Society
Email: info@fileybrigganglingsociety.co.uk
Website: https://fileybrigganglingsociety.co.uk
Postal address: FBAS, C/O 7 Barden Place, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 0DR