Contacting the Association

The North East Hayling Residents’ Association is committed to protecting your privacy. This section explains how we handle your personal data when you get in touch with us.

• The Data We Collect: When you email us using the contact links on this website, we collect your email address, your name (if provided in your email signature), and any personal information you choose to include in your message.
• Why We Need It (Lawful Basis): We process this data under the lawful basis of Legitimate Interests. We use your details solely to respond to your queries, address community concerns, or provide updates regarding village association activities.
• Data Sharing: We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. Your email may be shared internally among elected committee members only if it is necessary to answer your specific query.
• Data Retention: We only keep your emails for as long as necessary to resolve your query or manage ongoing community matters related to your message. Inboxes are reviewed and cleared of old correspondence annually.
• Your Rights: Under UK data protection law, you have the right to request a copy of the information we hold about you, request that we correct inaccuracies, or ask us to delete your emails from our system.

Contact Our Data Lead: If you have any questions about how your data is handled, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please email us directly at membership@nehra.org.uk

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