GOLDBED – Privacy Policy

Data Controller and Data Collection

GOLDBED is committed to protecting the privacy of our employees, suppliers, users, and stakeholders.

GOLDBED is registered as a data controller for the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). We ensure that any data you supply to us is processed in accordance with all relevant legislation.

We may collect personal data in order to facilitate recruitment, employment, contractor engagement, or business enquiries. This data may include information you supply to us such as your name, address, date of birth, qualifications, skills, and experience. We will only share your personal information with prospective clients or partners where necessary and with your knowledge or consent.

By registering with GOLDBED or submitting your details via our website, you consent to us using the information provided by you in order to deliver our services to you and our clients, which may include sensitive personal data where applicable.

Website Users

In general, information may be gathered about users collectively, such as which areas of the website are visited most frequently and which services are accessed the most. This information is used to help us understand how our website is used and to improve the user experience.

Access to personal data is limited to GOLDBED employees who require it to respond to enquiries or support client or business operations. We are required by law to retain personal and sensitive personal data for as long as necessary to meet statutory obligations.

We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal data is accurate and kept up to date. You are responsible for notifying us of any changes to your personal data so that our records remain accurate.

Any changes to this privacy policy will be published on our website. If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at info@goldbed.co.uk.

GDPR Privacy Notice

This privacy notice explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and how it is processed.

GOLDBED is the data controller and can be contacted via the address on our website or by email at info@goldbed.co.uk.

GOLDBED places great importance on protecting personal data and ensuring compliance with UK GDPR legislation at all times. Any concerns should be directed to info@goldbed.co.uk.

The personal information we may collect includes:

  • Name

  • Address

  • Email address(es)

  • Telephone number(s)

  • Work history, qualifications, and curriculum vitae (CV)

  • Job or service preferences (e.g. location, availability)

  • National Insurance number (where legally required)

  • References

  • Financial information (where applicable for contractors or suppliers)

  • Communications records, including emails and telephone correspondence (which may include call recordings)

The Information We Hold

This information may be provided directly by you or by a third party we work with, such as recruitment partners, agencies, or online platforms.

The information we hold is used to provide our services, manage enquiries, assess suitability for work or engagement, and to inform you of opportunities relevant to your experience and requirements. Processing is carried out on the basis of legitimate interests, contractual necessity, or legal obligation.

Your information is stored securely on UK-based systems.

Your CV or personal details will only be shared with prospective clients or partners with your knowledge and consent. Consent may be provided verbally, in writing, via email, through our systems, or by submitting your details via our website and accepting our terms.

Retention of Your Data

We will retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements.

Why We Process Your Information

We may process your data:

  • To respond to enquiries and provide services

  • To support recruitment or contractor engagement

  • To comply with HMRC and legal obligations

  • To verify your right to work in the UK where required

Processing is carried out under legitimate interests, contractual necessity, or legal obligation.

Your Rights

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, free of charge. Requests should be sent to info@goldbed.co.uk with the subject line:

Personal Data Request – Copy

You also have the right to request deletion of your personal data. Requests should be sent to info@goldbed.co.uk with the subject line:

Personal Data Request – Deletion

If your data was provided by a third party, we will delete our records, but the third party may retain their own copy in accordance with their policies.

You may withdraw your consent for data processing at any time by contacting us.

Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection issues: www.ico.org.uk.

We encourage you to contact us first so we can address any concerns promptly.