Effective Date: March 27, 2025
The Gibraltar General and Clerical Association (GGCA) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our members, users, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, interact with our services, or communicate with us.
This policy is in accordance with the Data Protection Act of Gibraltar, the UK GDPR, and guidance provided by the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, membership number, job title, and workplace.
Technical Data: including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior on our website.
Cookies & Tracking Data: as outlined in our [Cookie Policy], we use cookies to improve user experience and website functionality.
Communication Data: details of correspondence you send to us or feedback you provide.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
To manage and administer union membership
To respond to enquiries and provide requested services
To send updates, alerts, and information about your membership or GGCA activities
To maintain website security and functionality
To comply with legal obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We only process your personal data when permitted by law. This includes:
Consent: when you have given clear permission
Contractual Necessity: for managing your membership or providing services
Legal Obligation: where required to comply with the law
Legitimate Interests: to operate and improve our services, as long as your rights are not overridden
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
GGCA does not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with:
Internal staff and union representatives for service delivery
Third-party service providers (e.g., IT support or mailing services), under strict confidentiality agreements
Regulatory or legal authorities if required by law
5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or to comply with legal, regulatory, or operational requirements.
6. Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data (where lawful)
Object to or restrict data processing
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA)
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
8. External Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. GGCA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage users to review third-party privacy policies.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Please check this page regularly to stay informed.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Gibraltar General and Clerical Association (GGCA)
📧 Email: info@ggca.gi
📞 Phone: +350 200 74283
📍 Address: 7 Hargrave’s Ramp, Gibraltar GX11 1AA