Privacy

This notice sets out what we do with information we collect from you, how we use and store it, how you can access it and what you can do if you think standards are not being met. 

Why do we Have a Privacy Notice

As a public authority, we are required to have a Privacy Notice that is compliant with the Data Protection Act 2018 (the ‘Act) and with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) guidance on Privacy Notices.  We are the data controller for the personal information we hold.

What Information do we Collect About You?

We collect information about you when you register with us for a judicial role, when you complete an application form, the diversity monitoring questionnaire, or provide feedback.  We also collect information from the website using cookies.

Cookies

Cookies are text files placed on your computer to collect standard internet log information and visitor behaviour information.  This information is used to track visitor use of the website and to compile statistical reports on website activity.  For further information visit:  www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

What is Personal Data

Personal data is information about you as individual including your name, address, date of birth, email address and telephone number.  It can also include information about your career history, criminal record, professional conduct, financial and tax information, and diversity information.

We will only collect personal data that is relevant for the services we provide.

We will safeguard your data and will only disclose it where it is lawful to do so, or with your consent.

When we ask you for Personal Data

We will inform you why we need your personal data and ask only for the personal data we need and not collect irrelevant or excessive information.

We will:

• Protect your personal data and make sure no unauthorised person has access to it
• Share it with legitimate organisations for legitimate purposes only where appropriate and necessary
• Make sure we do not keep it longer than is necessary
• Not make your personal data available for commercial use without your consent
• Consider your request to correct, stop processing or erase your personal data.

You can withdraw consent at any time, and where relevant, you can lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office.