Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Last updated: 04/05/2026

  1. Who We Are
    This website is operated by British Aggregates Association.
    Website: https://british-aggregates.co.uk/
    Email: enquiries@british-aggregates.com

We are the data controller responsible for your personal data.

  1. What Data We Collect
    We may collect and process the following personal data:

Information you provide:

  • Name: Chief Executive Officer: Mike Phillips
  • Email address: enquiries@british-aggregates.com
  • Company details: British Aggregates Association
    PO Box 99
    Lanark
    ML11 8WA

Automatically collected data:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent on the website
  1. How We Use Your Data
    We use your data to:
  • Respond to enquiries and communications
  • Provide information about our services
  • Maintain and improve website performance
  • Monitor website usage and user behaviour (where consent is given)
  • Comply with legal obligations
  1. Legal Basis for Processing
    We process personal data under the following legal bases:
  • Consent – for cookies and analytics
  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our website and respond to enquiries
  • Legal obligation – where required by law
  1. Cookies and Tracking
    We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the website functions correctly and to understand how it is used.

We use the following categories of cookies:

  • Functional (always active)
  • Preferences
  • Statistics
  • Marketing

Non-essential cookies are only placed after you have given consent via our cookie banner.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the cookie settings option available on the website.

Full details are available in our Cookie Policy:
https://british-aggregates.co.uk/cookie-policy-uk/

  1. Third-Party Services
    We use third-party services to support our website, which may include:
  • Website hosting providers
  • Security and performance services
  • Analytics tools (only where consent is provided)

These providers may process personal data on our behalf and are required to keep your data secure.

  1. Data Sharing
    We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your data with:

  • Trusted service providers who support our website
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required
  1. International Transfers
    Some service providers may process data outside the UK.

Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as recognised adequacy decisions or contractual protections.

  1. Data Retention
    We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
  • Contact enquiries: up to 12 months
  • Analytics data: in line with consented settings
  • Legal records: as required by law
  1. Your Rights
    You have the right to:
  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact:
[Insert email]

  1. Data Security
    We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including secure hosting and encryption where applicable.
  2. Complaints
    If you are not satisfied with how your data is handled, you can contact:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
https://ico.org.uk/

  1. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.