Privacy Policy for Greater Lincolnshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster (GLRDSC) - 2025
Introduction
The Greater Lincolnshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster (GLRDSC) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data.
Who we are
GLRDSC is an industry-led forum bringing together national and international defence organisations, manufacturing, research, development, and innovation expertise. We are the "Controller" of the personal data you provide to us.
Information we collect
We collect the following types of personal data:
- Personal Data: Name, address, date of birth, contact information, unique identification numbers, location data, and online identifiers.
- Special Category Data: Information about race or ethnic origin, political views, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetics, biometrics, health, sex life, or sexual orientation.
How we collect your data
We collect data in the following ways:
- Directly from you when you use our services or website.
- From third parties who provide services on our behalf.
Why we collect your data
We use your data to:
- Provide and improve our services.
- Communicate with you and respond to your inquiries.
- Comply with legal obligations and exercise our statutory powers.
- Conduct public consultations and engagement.
- Ensure public and staff safety and crime prevention.
Data sharing
We may share your data with:
- Organisations that deliver services on our behalf.
- Government bodies and regulatory authorities.
- Third parties for the purposes of law enforcement and public safety.
Data retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, after which it will be securely destroyed in line with our retention policy.
Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, theft, and unauthorised access. All staff are required to undertake regular data protection training.
Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Object to processing of your data.
- Request restriction of processing.
- Data portability.
Contact us
For any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at DPO@lincolnshire.gov.uk or write to us at:
Lincolnshire County Council – Greater Lincolnshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster
County Offices
Newland
Lincoln
LN1 1YL
