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Privacy and Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2026

NUJ Leeds & West Yorkshire (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use and store personal data when you use https://nujleeds.org.uk.

1. Who we are

NUJ Leeds & West Yorkshire is a local branch of the National Union of Journalists, providing information, events and support for members.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, the branch acts as the data controller for personal data collected through this website.

If you have questions about this policy or how personal data is handled, please contact the branch using the contact details provided on the website.

2. Personal data we collect

We collect personal data when you interact with the website.

Member accounts

Some areas of the website may require a user account. When an account is created or used, the website may store:

  • name or username
  • email address
  • login credentials
  • account preferences
  • activity associated with the account

This information is used to manage access to the members’ area and related services.

Event registrations

If you register for events through the website, we may collect:

  • name
  • email address
  • booking or ticket details

Event registrations are managed using The Events Calendar and Event Tickets plugins. Information provided during booking is used to administer the event and communicate with attendees.

Technical information

When you visit the website, some information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • browser type
  • device type
  • pages visited
  • date and time of visits

This information may be used for website administration, security and performance monitoring.

3. How we use personal data

We use personal information to:

  • manage member accounts and access to restricted areas
  • administer event bookings
  • communicate information relating to events or membership activity
  • maintain the security and performance of the website

We do not sell or trade personal data.

4. Legal basis for processing

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), we rely on:

  • Legitimate interests – operating the website and managing branch activities
  • Contract – providing services related to member accounts and event bookings
  • Consent – where cookies or similar technologies require it

5. Data retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected.

For example:

  • account information is retained while the account remains active
  • event registration data is retained for event administration and record-keeping

Users may request deletion of their account and associated personal data.

6. Third-party services

This website uses third-party tools to operate:

  • WordPress – website platform
  • Elementor – website design and functionality
  • The Events Calendar / Event Tickets – event listings and registrations

These providers may process limited technical data in order to deliver their services.

7. International data transfers

Some services used by the website may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are used in accordance with UK data protection law.

8. Your rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to:

  • request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • request correction of inaccurate data
  • request deletion of personal data
  • object to certain types of processing
  • request restriction of processing in some circumstances

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (Ihttps://ico.org.ukCO) if you believe your data has been handled improperly.

Cookie Policy

What cookies are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

They help websites function correctly and allow certain features, such as login sessions, to work.

Cookies used on this website

Essential cookies

Essential cookies are required for the website to operate. They may be used for:

  • WordPress functionality
  • user login and authentication
  • security and performance
  • event booking processes

Without these cookies some parts of the website may not work properly.

Optional cookies

If analytics or similar technologies are used on the website, these cookies will only be set with your consent through the cookie banner.

Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect the functionality of some areas of the website.

Changes to this policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or website functionality. The latest version will always be published on this page.