Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how P AND O BRICKWORK & BUILDING CONTRACTORS LTD collects, uses, stores and protects personal data. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that all personal data is handled in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Who We Are

Data Controller: P AND O BRICKWORK & BUILDING CONTRACTORS LTD
Company Number: 05781114

Registered Office:
Office 14 Courtwick Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex, United Kingdom, BN17 7TL

Contact Email: brickwork@pogroup.co.uk | Phone: 01903 867950

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Name, job title, contact details (email, phone number, postal address)
  • Company or organisation details (if applicable)
  • Contract, project and service information
  • Payment, invoicing and financial details
  • Employment information (CVs, references, application details)
  • Website usage data (cookies, analytics)
  • Communications sent to us (emails, forms, calls)

4. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect information when:

  • You contact us by email, phone, website or in person
  • You engage us for construction or brickwork services
  • You apply for employment
  • You use our website

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

Contract: To provide requested services or manage agreements

Legitimate Interests: For business operations, communication, and site safety

Legal Obligation: Compliance with tax, accounting, employment and safety regulations

Consent: For optional matters such as marketing (only if consent is given)

6. How We Use Your Data

We may use your personal data to:

  • Provide, manage and deliver brickwork and construction services
  • Respond to enquiries and communicate about projects
  • Manage accounts, payments and invoices
  • Maintain internal records and compliance documentation
  • Process job applications and recruitment
  • Improve our website and service quality
  • Maintain safety and security at sites and offices
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

We do not perform automated decision-making or profiling.

7. Sharing Your Data

We may share your information with:

  • Professional advisers (accountants, insurers, legal representatives)
  • IT, hosting, and communication service providers
  • Subcontractors or suppliers involved in project works
  • Regulatory bodies or law enforcement where legally required

We never sell personal data to third parties.

8. International Transfers

If any data is transferred outside the UK (e.g., for web hosting or IT services), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Adequacy regulations
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Equivalent protection measures

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or to meet legal, contractual or regulatory requirements. Typical retention periods include:

  • Contract and project records: up to 6–12 years
  • Financial records: 6 years
  • Job applications: up to 12 months unless otherwise agreed

10. Data Security

We have appropriate technical and organisational measures in place, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted storage
  • Restricted access to internal systems
  • Staff training in data protection
  • Regular security audits and compliance processes

11. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time (if consent was relied upon)
  • Request transfer of your data (data portability)
  • Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact: brickwork@pogroup.co.uk

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:

P AND O BRICKWORK & BUILDING CONTRACTORS LTD
Office 14 Court wick Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 7TL

Email: brickwork@pogroup.co.uk

Phone: 01903 867950

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Updates will be posted on our website or made available upon request.