Privacy Policy

The statement below outlines Wedmore Scout Group’s privacy policy, which applies to this website, but not to other companies' or organisations' websites to which we may link. The aim of this website is to give anyone details of the Scouting activities and events within the Wedmore area. Also to publicise the availability of “Mendip Scout Base” for hire by Scout Troops, Cub Packs and similar youth organisations.

The Data Protection Act and personal data

Under the Data Protection Act, anyone processing personal data must protect the information collected. 'Personal data' is any data that identifies you or your child, and we will deal with your personal data in compliance with the current UK data protection legislation.

Only the Leaders and Group Executive Committee have regular access to, and use, information collected by Wedmore Scout Group. However, information held by Wedmore Scout Group may be shared from time to time within Scouting, including the Headquarters of the Association. However, it will only be used in connection with your child’s membership of the Scout Movement. This will include membership management and communications.

Sometimes photos and video images of Members of Wedmore Scout Group taking part in activities are submitted to the local newspapers, the Wedmore Scout Group, District or County Newsletters and website, or put on display. Generally, the permission of the child’s parent / guardian is sought before doing this.

Electronic collection of information

As you access any website, technical information about your computer, but not yourself, is usually stored on the Web Server; what operating system your computer is using, what pages were visited, etc. This includes the Server providing this website to you. Wedmore Scout Group web pages use cookies (small files stored on your computer's hard disk, identifying your computer but not you personally), 'web bugs' and Java Script tracking code to gather this type of information anonymously about visitors' usage patterns.

This information will be used by Wedmore Scout Group to track the usage of the website and to identify areas of the website that may benefit from modification.

External links

Wedmore Scout Group is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of web sites linked from our pages.

Copyright

The contents of this website are the copyright of Wedmore Scout Group.

Disclaimer

The views expressed in this website ate not necessarily those of the Scout Association.

Policy review

Wedmore Scout Group will regularly review the contents of this statement, changes to legislation and the Policy, Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association, to identify any changes that may be needed to it. Changes will be notified by posting a new version on this website.

If you have any questions about this statement or the practices of this site, please e-mail: group-leader@wedmorescoutgroup.org.uk