Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 8, 2026
Introduction
This privacy policy explains how ochreshore collects, uses, and protects personal information provided through this website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with UK data protection legislation including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
Information we collect
When you submit an enquiry through our consultation form, we collect the following personal information:
- Your name
- Email address
- Selected service interest
We also collect technical information automatically when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
How we use your information
We use the personal information you provide for the following purposes:
- Responding to your enquiries about our environmental consulting services
- Preparing tailored proposals based on your stated requirements
- Communicating with you regarding programme delivery if you become a client
- Improving our website and services based on usage patterns
Legal basis for processing
We process your personal data on the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you submit the enquiry form, you provide explicit consent for us to process your information
- Legitimate interests: We process technical data to improve website functionality and security
- Contract: If you become a client, processing is necessary for contract performance
Data retention
We retain enquiry data for a period of 24 months from the date of submission. If you become a client, data is retained for the duration of our professional relationship plus 6 years in accordance with accounting and legal requirements.
Technical data collected through cookies is retained for the duration specified in our Cookies Policy.
Data sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist with website hosting and email communication, under strict data processing agreements
- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights
Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure in certain circumstances
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
International transfers
Your personal data is stored and processed within the United Kingdom. We do not transfer personal data outside the UK except where necessary for service provision, and only to countries with adequate data protection safeguards.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be notified through prominent website notice.
Contact information
For questions regarding this privacy policy or our data processing practices, please contact:
ochreshore Environmental Consulting
42 Rodney Street
Liverpool, L1 9AA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Supervisory authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection matters:
Information Commissioner's Office
Wycliffe House, Water Lane
Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF
Tel: 0303 123 1113
Website: www.ico.org.uk