Friends of Margam Park is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are.
Friends of Margam Park is a registered charity that supports and promotes Margam Park through membership, volunteering, fundraising, and community activities.

2. What Information We Collect: 
We may collect and store the following personal information: Name Address Email address Telephone number Membership details Volunteering interests and availability References (for volunteers) Any other information you choose to provide on our forms

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to: Process memberships and subscriptions Communicate with members and volunteers Organise activities, events, and volunteering opportunities Maintain our internal records Comply with legal and regulatory requirements We will only use your information for the purposes for which it was collected.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing.
We process your personal data based on: Your consent The performance of a contract (e.g., managing membership) Our legitimate interests as a charity Legal obligations where applicable

5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.
Your information will only be accessed by authorised Friends of Margam Park officers and volunteers for legitimate purposes connected with the charity.

6. How We Store and Protect Your Data
Your data is stored securely, either electronically or in paper form, and access is restricted to authorised individuals. We take appropriate measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We will keep your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to meet legal requirements.

8. Your Rights You have the right to:
Request access to your personal data Request correction of inaccurate data Request deletion of your data. Withdraw consent at any time. Object to processing in certain circumstances. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how your data is used, please contact  Friends of Margam Park.