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GM Secure Ltd

Company Number: 15623450

ICO Registration: ZB687885

Registered Office: Office 6429, 321-323 High Road, Chadwell Heath, Romford RM6 6AX, Essex, London UK

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GM Secure Ltd ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Name and contact details (email, phone, address)
  • Company name and business information
  • Employment information (for job applicants)
  • SIA licence details (for security personnel)
  • Payment and billing information
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Technical Information

  • IP address and browser type
  • Operating system and device information
  • Website usage data and analytics
  • Cookies and similar technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Providing security services and fulfilling contracts
  • Processing job applications and recruitment
  • Responding to enquiries and customer service
  • Sending service updates and communications
  • Improving our website and services
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Preventing fraud and ensuring security

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Contract Performance: To provide services you've requested
  • Legitimate Interests: To operate our business and improve services
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with laws and regulations
  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Clients requiring security services
  • Third-party service providers (IT, payment processors)
  • Regulatory bodies (SIA, ICO) when required
  • Law enforcement when legally required
  • Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants)

We never sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and comply with legal requirements. Job applications are retained for 12 months. Client data is retained for 7 years for accounting purposes.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@gmsecure.co.uk

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), secure server infrastructure, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training on data protection.

9. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer
GM Secure Ltd
Email: info@gmsecure.co.uk
Phone: +44 794 782 2002

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk

Last Updated: December 2024

Terms & Conditions

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

2. Services Description

GM Secure Ltd provides professional security services including manned guarding, mobile patrols, event security, CCTV monitoring, K9 security services, and facilities management.

3. Service Agreements

All security services are subject to a formal service agreement specifying scope of services, fees, payment terms, duration, performance standards, and liability provisions.

4. Payment Terms

  • Invoices are issued as agreed (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly)
  • Payment is due within 14 days unless otherwise specified
  • Late payments may incur interest charges
  • We reserve the right to suspend services for non-payment

5. Client Responsibilities

Clients must provide accurate site information, notify us of requirement changes, ensure safe working conditions, provide site-specific training, and comply with health and safety regulations.

6. Liability and Insurance

GM Secure Ltd maintains comprehensive public liability insurance, employers' liability insurance, and professional indemnity insurance. Our liability is limited to the extent permitted by law.

7. Termination

Either party may terminate services with written notice as specified in the service agreement. Immediate termination is permitted for material breach, non-payment, insolvency, or illegal activities.

8. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and not disclose proprietary information without consent.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of English courts.

Last Updated: December 2024

Data Protection Policy

1. GDPR Compliance

GM Secure Ltd is committed to full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Protection Principles

We process personal data in accordance with GDPR principles including lawfulness, fairness, transparency, purpose limitation, data minimisation, accuracy, storage limitation, and integrity and confidentiality.

3. ICO Registration

GM Secure Ltd is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) under registration number ZB687885.

4. Data Subject Rights

We respect and facilitate all data subject rights under GDPR, including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection.

5. Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a data breach, we will notify the ICO within 72 hours where required, inform affected individuals without undue delay, take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach, and conduct a full investigation.

6. Third-Party Processors

We ensure all third-party data processors meet GDPR standards and have appropriate data processing agreements in place.

Last Updated: December 2024

Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze website performance.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly (session management, security authentication, load balancing).

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website (Google Analytics, page view tracking, user journey analysis).

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and choices (language preferences, form data retention, cookie consent preferences).

3. Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Browser Cookie Settings: Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies | Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies | Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies | Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Last Updated: December 2024

Complaints Procedure

1. Our Commitment

GM Secure Ltd is committed to providing excellent service. We take all complaints seriously and aim to resolve issues promptly and fairly.

2. How to Make a Complaint

Contact us with details of your complaint:

  • Email: info@gmsecure.co.uk
  • Phone: +44 794 782 2002 or +44 204 502 5752
  • Post: Office 6429, 321-323 High Road, Chadwell Heath, Romford RM6 6AX

3. Our Response Process

Acknowledgement (Within 2 Working Days): We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint and provide a reference number.

Investigation (Within 5 Working Days): We will conduct a thorough investigation including reviewing incident reports, interviewing staff, and gathering information.

Resolution (Within 10 Working Days): We will provide a written response including investigation findings, actions taken, proposed resolution, and steps to prevent recurrence.

4. Escalation

If you are not satisfied with our response, you can escalate to Senior Management, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for licensing matters, or the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for data protection issues.

5. Confidentiality

All complaints are treated confidentially and handled in accordance with GDPR regulations.

Last Updated: December 2024