Last updated: 21/12/2025

Robert Derry (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates https://shearinguk.com. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Data Controller

For the purposes of data protection law, the data controller is:

Robert Derry

Website: https://shearinguk.com

Email: admin@shearinguk.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any information you provide via contact forms or enquiries

We may also collect technical data such as:

• IP address

• Browser and device type

• Pages visited and usage data

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we must have a lawful basis for processing your personal data. We rely on the following:

• Consent – when you contact us or submit a form

• Legitimate interests – to operate, maintain, and improve our website and services

• Legal obligation – where required by law

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries and communications

• Provide information or services you request

• Maintain and improve our website

• Ensure website security and prevent misuse

We only use your data for the purposes for which it was collected.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We may share your data with:

• Service providers who support website operation (such as hosting or analytics)

• Authorities if required by law

All third parties are required to respect the security of your data and process it lawfully.

7. International Transfers

We do not intentionally transfer personal data outside the UK. If any data is processed outside the UK (for example, by third-party service providers), appropriate safeguards will be in place in accordance with UK GDPR.

8. Cookies

We use cookies to improve website functionality and understand how visitors use our site.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure of your data

• Object to or restrict processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details above.

10. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk

11. Children’s Data

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.