Privacy Policy
Buckie Branch – Royal British Legion Scotland
Last updated: 1st May, 2025
About This Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Buckie Branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
The UK GDPR came into effect on 1 January 2021 and governs the use of personal data within the United Kingdom following the UK’s departure from the EU.
We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and transparently.
1. Who We Are
We are a branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland, a registered charity supporting veterans, their families, and the local community.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect:
Your name and contact details (e.g. phone, email, postal address)
Information related to membership, volunteering, or event participation
Any information you choose to provide via contact forms or emails
Website usage data (see Section 6 on Cookies)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Respond to enquiries and provide information
Process membership or event registrations
Communicate updates, if you have requested them
Administer the website and improve services
Comply with legal and charitable obligations
We do not sell your data or use it for commercial marketing.
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, our lawful bases for processing may include:
Consent (e.g. newsletter sign-up)
Contract (e.g. membership communications)
Legal obligation (e.g. safeguarding requirements)
Legitimate interest (e.g. running events or outreach)
You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
5. How We Store and Protect Your Data
Your data is stored securely:
Electronically on password-protected systems, or
Physically in locked storage (where applicable)
We only keep personal data as long as necessary for the purpose collected, or as required by law.
6. Cookies and Website Usage
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site. These may include:
Anonymous analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
Session-based features (e.g. remembering form entries)
You can manage or block cookies via your browser settings.
7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
Access a copy of your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Object to or restrict processing
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
www.ico.org.uk
8. Contact Us
To make a data request or ask a question about this policy, contact:
Buckie Branch – Royal British Legion Scotland
65 High St, Buckie, Moray AB56 1AX
Email: info@outlook.com
Phone: 01542 832636
9. Policy Updates
We may update this policy from time to time. Please check this page for the most recent version.