GREENBANK PARISH CHURCHSTATEMENT ON DATA PROTECTION
PurposeThis statement sets out the standards for data protection that have been adopted by Greenbank Parish Church Edinburgh Personal InformationPersonal information relates to living people and Greenbank Church records and has access to personal information about members, supporters and friends and about those of all ages who take part in the many activities centred on the Church. We realise how important it is to protect people’s privacy, to be transparent about how we use personal data and to keep that data secure. This is how we look after personal information: When we record personal information, with your consent, we will:
We, in turn, rely on you to give us accurate information. Access to Personal InformationGreenbank Church is updating and will make available a list of all the ways in which it records and holds personal information and, also, of where personal information is processed by other organisations on our behalf. The names of those organisations will be given with links to any relevant procedure or policy. Details of how long personal information is retained will be listed, where relevant Any person can ask to look at, or have access to, the personal information that is held about them or about anyone for whom they are legally responsible. When you ask for information about yourself, we will comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Any questions about the personal information held, or information about it, or complaints should be addressed to the Session Clerk; e-mail greenbankchurch@btinternet.com The address to write to is: The Session Clerk, c/o Greenbank Parish Church, Braidburn Terrace, Edinburgh EH10 6ES Disclosure of InformationGreenbank Parish Church may disclose information to other individuals or organisations where it appears justified or necessary. If personal information is disclosed to others, we will consider:
Enforcement of the Data Protection ActThe Act is enforced by the Information Commissioner. If you are unhappy in any way with how we have dealt with your request, you can contact the Commissioner at: The Office of the Information Commissioner Helpline: 0303 123 1113 The website for information about the Data Protection Act and Guidance is at:
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