Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how lewishamdistrict.org.uk ("we", "us", "our", or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable UK and European data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you use our Site:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when subscribing or contacting us
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system
- Cookies: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on the Site, and referral sources
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you are under 18, please do not use this Site.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance monitoring to understand Site usage patterns
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution for betting site referrals
- Site improvement, optimization, and debugging
- Sending newsletters and promotional content (with your consent)
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
- Fraud prevention and security enhancement
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. We use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Track Site usage via Google Analytics and similar tools
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner betting sites
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and remarketing
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies by:
- Adjusting your browser settings to block cookies
- Using our cookie consent banner at the bottom of the page
- Installing browser extensions that block tracking scripts
Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to casino, betting sites, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any linked sites before providing your personal information.
When you click referral links and visit partner sites, their respective privacy policies apply. We receive affiliate commissions from referrals but have no control over how partners handle your data.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to exceptions)
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Opt-out of marketing and certain processing activities
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke previously granted consent at any time
If you are a US resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may provide you with additional rights. If you are in other jurisdictions, your local data protection laws may apply.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Typically:
- Email subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data is retained for up to 26 months
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration required by affiliate programs
- Technical logs are retained for security purposes for up to 90 days
You may request data deletion at any time, subject to legal obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or report a data breach, please contact us:
Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@lewishamdistrict.org.uk
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
If you are unsatisfied with our handling of your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.