Effective Date : 7/7/2026
Privacy Policy
Airedale Symphony Orchestra is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website.
Who We Are
Airedale Symphony Orchestra is an amateur orchestra, based in West Yorkshire. We are the data controller for the personal information collected through this website.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we use your information, please contact us at secretary@airedaleso.org.uk
What information we may collect
We may collect the following personal information
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your telephone number
- The content of any message you send us through our contact form
- Information you provide when signing up to our mailing list
- Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited (through website analytics)
How we use your information
We use your information to
- Respond to enquiries
- Provide information about concerts and events
- Send updates if you have subscribed
- Administer membership enquiries or volunteer applications
- Improve our website and understand how it is used
- Comply with legal obligations where required
We only collect information that is necessary for these purposes.
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal information under one or more of the following lawful bases
- Your consent (for example, when subscribing to receive updates from us)
- Our legitimate interests in operating the orchestra
- Compliance with legal obligations
You may withdraw your consent at any time where consent is the basis for processing
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and to collect anonymous usage statistics.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
Analytics
We may use website analytics services to help us understand how visitors use our website. These services collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and general geographic location based on IP address. This information is used only to improve our website.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website or mailing list, such as:
● Website hosting providers
● Email newsletter providers
● Website analytics providers
These providers process information only on our behalf and are required to protect your data.
We may also disclose information if required by law.
How Long We Keep Information
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
If you unsubscribe from our mailing list, your details will be removed from future mailings unless we are required to retain them for legal reasons.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
● Request access to the personal information we hold about you
● Request correction of inaccurate information
● Request deletion of your personal information where appropriate
● Object to or restrict certain types of processing
● Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
● Request transfer of your data where applicable
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.
If you believe your information has been handled improperly, you also have the right to make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page together with the updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Airedale Symphony Orchestra
Email: secretary@airedaleso.org.uk
