Legal Notice

Name of company

Richard Hartley Coaching

Contact details

Regulatory authority

EMCC code of ethics, privacy, and confidentiality

As a member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC), [Richard Hartley/Company Richard Hartley Coaching] adheres to the EMCC Global Code of Ethics, which includes strict standards for confidentiality

Legal notice: Website terms and privacy

1. Website operator and contact information

Website owner: Richard Hartley / Richard Hartley Coaching
Address: [ Business Address]
Email: contact@RichardHartleyCoaching.com
Website: RichardHartleyCoaching.com

2. General disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for general informational and marketing purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, financial, or legal advice. Coaching is not a substitute for therapy, counselling, or professional advice. By using this website and engaging in coaching services, you agree that you are solely responsible for your decisions and actions.

3. Intellectual property rights

All content on this website, including text, graphics, and logos, is the property of [Your Company Name] and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this site without prior written permission.

4. Privacy policy and UK GDPR compliance

This policy outlines how [Your Company Name] collects, uses, and protects your personal data under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018

What data we collect

We may collect personal data that you provide to us, including:

Identity data: Your name, address, and contact information.
Transaction data: Details of services you have purchased from us.
Marketing data: Your preferences for receiving marketing communications.
Special category data: Information related to your physical or mental health, only when necessary for coaching purposes and with your explicit consent.

Lawful basis for processing

We rely on one of the following lawful bases for processing your personal data:

Consent: For sending marketing communications or processing special category data.
Contract: For delivering the coaching services you have purchased.
Legitimate interests: For operating and improving our website and business, provided your rights are not overridden.

How we use your data

We use your data for the following purposes:

To provide and manage your coaching services.
To send you marketing communications, with your consent.
To improve our website and services through analytics.

Data security and retention

We have implemented appropriate security measures to protect your personal data. We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for.

Your data protection rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right to be informed: You have the right to be told how your data is being used.
Right of access: You can ask for a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to rectification: You have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erasure: You can request that we delete your data in certain circumstances.
Right to object: You can object to us processing your data for direct marketing.

5. Complaints and inquiries

If you have any questions or concerns about this notice, our privacy practices, or your rights, please contact us at [Your Business Email Address].

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's supervisory authority for data protection issues, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). You can find their contact details on the ICO website.