We take your privacy seriously. This explains in simple words how we collect, use, and keep your personal information safe.
Who We Are
We are Blackpool FC Community Trust (BFCCT).
Charity number: 1128235
Company number: 06808212
Office: Blackpool FC, Seasiders Way, Blackpool FY1 6JJ
Email: office@bfcct.co.uk
Phone: 01253 348691
Website: www.bfcct.co.uk
If you want to ask about your data, you can contact our Data Protection Lead at office@bfcct.co.uk
Who This Applies To
This notice is for anyone who deals with us, including:
- People taking part in our activities
- Staff and employees
- Volunteers
- Contractors or suppliers
- Job applicants
- Anyone using our website, social media or other digital communications
What Information We Collect
We collect information to help us run activities safely and properly. This may include:
- Your name, address, phone number, email, date of birth, and emergency contacts
- Information about your participation in our programmes, your employment or engagement with us
- Health and safety information, like allergies or medical conditions
- Financial information for payments or refunds
- Photos or videos (used only for activities or promotion)
- Website and social media information, like cookies and IP addresses
- We do not sell your data to anyone.
How We Get Your Information
- From you directly – when you sign up for activities, apply for jobs, or contact us
- From others – like funders (we anonymise this information unless you agree otherwise)
- From our website or social media – like cookies, your clicks, or device information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Run our programmes safely and properly
- Manage staff, volunteers, and job applications
- Make sure participants are safe and supported
- Report to funders and auditors (we anonymise your information if possible)
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you agree)
- Keep our website and systems secure
- Comply with laws and regulations
We only use your information for the reason we collected it, unless there’s a good reason that fits with the original purpose.
Who We Share Your Information With
Sometimes we need to share your information:
- With BFCCT staff and authorised volunteers
- With our partners or funders (we anonymise data unless you say it’s okay)
- With IT, payroll, or other service providers we work with
- With the police or other authorities, if the law says we must
- With professional advisors, if needed for safety or legal reasons
We make sure anyone we share your information with keeps it safe and only uses it for the purpose we say.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We only keep your information for as long as we need it, or as required by law. After this, it is safely deleted or made anonymous. If you would like more information, you can contact us at office@bfcct.co.uk
Keeping Your Information Safe
We protect your information with:
- Passwords, secure systems, and encryption
- Only letting people who need it access it
- Procedures to deal with any data breaches
We do not transfer your information outside the UK.
We will notify the Information Commissioner’s Office and you of any data breach, if legally required.
Your Rights
You can:
- See the information we hold about you
- Correct information if it’s wrong
- Ask us to delete your information (sometimes called the “right to be forgotten”)
- Ask us to stop using your information in some cases
- Object to how we use your information in some situations
- Get your information in a digital format
To do any of this, contact us at office@bfcct.co.uk. We will respond within 1 month. We may ask for ID to make sure it’s really you.
Cookies and Online Information
- Our website uses cookies to work properly and improve your experience
- We may also collect information through social media and emails
- You can control cookies through your browser settings
Questions or Complaints
If you’re worried about how we use your information:
- Contact us first: office@bfcct.co.uk or 01253 348691
- Or contact the ICO at any time: 0303 123 1113, https://www.ico.org.uk
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