Privacy Policy
This privacy policy is for this website; [www.sholland.gov.uk] and served by South Holland District Council, Priory Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 2XE and governs the privacy of its users who choose to use it. It explains how we comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and the PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations).
From the 1st January 2021 all references to the GDPR, should be understood as referencing the; 'UK GDPR'.
This policy will explain areas of this website that may affect your privacy and personal details, how we process, collect, manage and store those details and how your rights under the GDPR, DPA and PECR are adhered to. Additionally it will explain the use of cookies or software, advertising or commercial sponsorship from third parties and the download of any documents, files or software made available to you (if any) on this website. Further explanations may be provided for specific pages or features of this website in order to help you understand how we, this website and its third parties (if any) interact with you and your computer / device in order to serve it to you.
The GDPR May 2018
We and this website complies with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
Data Controller
South Holland District Council is the registered Data Controller. Its Data Protection Officer is John Medler.
Our contact details are:
- by phone on 01775 761161
- via email on DPO@sholland.gov.uk
- by post to: Data Protection Officer, South Holland District Council, Priory Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 2XE
The council is registered as a data controller with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO). Our registration number is Z6231060 and can be viewed on the ICO public register (opens new window) by searching our postcode PE11 2XE.
Statement by the Information Commissioner's Office
We all share the same concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The need for public bodies and health practitioners to be able to communicate directly with people when dealing with this type of health emergency has never been greater.
Data protection and electronic communication laws do not stop Government, the NHS or any other health professionals from sending public health messages to people, either by phone, text or email as these messages are not direct marketing. Nor does it stop them using the latest technology to facilitate safe and speedy consultations and diagnoses. Public bodies may require additional collection and sharing of personal data to protect against serious threats to public health.
The ICO is a reasonable and pragmatic regulator, one that does not operate in isolation from matters of serious public concern. Regarding compliance with data protection, we will take into account the compelling public interest in the current health emergency.
The safety and security of the public remains our primary concern. The ICO and our colleagues in the public sector have this at the forefront of our minds at this time. We are here to help our colleagues on the frontline. We can offer advice to make sure the law around data protection and direct marketing is clear. Information is available on our website or helpline: