Privacy Policy
Privacy
At Amicus Trust Limited, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and disclose your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018.
What is Personal Data?
Personal data refers to any information relating to a living individual who can be identified. This includes factual details or expressions of opinion.
Special category data includes information such as:
Racial or ethnic origin
Political opinions
Religious or philosophical beliefs
Trade union membership
Genetic data
Biometric data (for identification purposes)
Health data
Data concerning sex life
Data concerning sexual orientation
Use of Cookies
Cookies are small files placed on your computer’s hard drive to help us analyse website traffic and tailor our services.
We use two types of cookies:
Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: Remain on your device to remember preferences.
You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Declining may limit your use of some website features. For more information, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Collecting Your Data
We may collect personal data when you:
Use our online services, such as signing up or submitting forms.
Email or communicate with us.
The purpose of data collection is clearly stated at the point of submission. Typically, we collect data to provide housing and support services, for monitoring and evaluation, and for research purposes.
How We Use Your Data
Your personal data may be used for:
Accommodation and housing support.
Life skills and independent living support.
Education and employment support.
Service monitoring, evaluation, and research.
Contacting you about relevant services or events.
Fulfilling legal obligations.
Disclosure of Data
Your data may be shared with:
Our website provider for service delivery, analysis, and research.
Third parties only when legally required or with your consent.
We ensure your data remains within the EEA and is stored securely for a maximum of seven years.
Data Security
We protect your data using:
SSL encryption for secure transmission of online forms.
Restricted access to stored data, limited to authorised personnel.
All Amicus Trust staff are trained in GDPR principles to ensure compliance.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may link to external sites outside our control. We are not responsible for their privacy policies, which you should review separately.
Accessing Your Data
You have the right to request access to your personal data. Requests must be made in writing to:
Director of Resources
Amicus Trust
104 Midland Road
Bedford MK40 1QE
Requests maybe subject to an administration fee.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data.
Request changes to your details.
Withdraw consent for data processing.
Send requests or questions to: info@amicustrust.org
Disclaimer
Amicus Trust reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy without notice. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of these terms.
For further details, view our full Data Protection Policy (GDPR001) here