Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
At Ainslie Sharp Ltd, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data when you visit our website or contact us in relation to our services. We handle all information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Introduction
Ainslie Sharp Ltd is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard personal information when you visit our website, submit an enquiry, or engage with us in relation to our services.
We process personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
Ainslie Sharp Ltd
Electrical Contractor specialising in care-sector developments.
If you have any questions regarding this policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Email: enquiries@ainsliesharp.com
Telephone: 01606 533411
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following information:
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Name
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Company / organisation
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Project details submitted via enquiry forms
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Any additional information you voluntarily provide
We may also collect limited technical information such as IP address, browser type, and usage data for website analytics purposes.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data to:
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Respond to enquiries and provide quotations
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Communicate regarding current or potential projects
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Deliver contracted services
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Maintain business records
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Improve our website and user experience
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell, rent or trade your personal information.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
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Legitimate interests (responding to business enquiries and managing commercial relationships)
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Contractual necessity (where services are being provided)
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Legal obligation (where required by law)
6. Data Sharing
We may share information with:
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Professional advisers (accountants, legal advisers)
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IT and website service providers
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Regulatory or legal authorities where required
All third parties are required to respect the security of your personal data and process it in accordance with the law.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
While we take reasonable steps to protect information transmitted via our website, no online transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
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Respond to enquiries
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Fulfil contractual obligations
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Meet legal, regulatory or accounting requirements
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
9. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
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Request access to your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request erasure of your data (where applicable)
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Restrict or object to processing
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.
10. Cookies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect anonymous usage data.
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.