Our Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for The Wessex Regiment (V)
Effective Date: 26 August 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to The Wessex Regiment (V)’s website (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect any personal data that you provide when using our Site.
2. Who We Are
The Wessex Regiment (V) is a voluntary organisation dedicated to [insert purpose, e.g., preserving military heritage, supporting veterans, or related activities]. Our website address is: [Insert Website URL].
3. What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
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Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address if you contact us or sign up for updates.
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Technical Information: IP address, browser type/version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types, operating system and platform.
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Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including pages visited and time spent on each page.
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Voluntary Submissions: Information you provide through forms, applications, comments, or correspondence.
We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
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To respond to your enquiries or requests.
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To provide updates or newsletters (if you’ve opted in).
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To maintain internal records.
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To improve our website and ensure it is functioning correctly and securely.
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For historical or archival purposes, where relevant and lawful.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
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Consent: Where you’ve given us permission (e.g., to receive newsletters).
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Legitimate Interest: For administrative, historical, or organisational purposes.
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Legal Obligation: To comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
6. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:
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Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms or hosting providers).
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Law enforcement or government agencies if required by law.
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Historical archives or affiliated regimental associations, where appropriate and lawful.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure servers and encryption where necessary. Data is stored in accordance with UK GDPR guidelines and retained only for as long as necessary.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you.
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Request correction of inaccurate data.
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Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
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Object to or restrict processing.
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Withdraw consent (where applicable).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]
9. Cookies
We may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. For more information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal data.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and where appropriate, notified to you by email.
12. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
The Wessex Regiment (V)
Email: