Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Workplace Recycling ("we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit https://workplace-recycling.co.uk/, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

This website is owned and managed on behalf of DEFRA and the Environment Agency by Eunomia Research and Consulting.

Information We Collect

Depending on how you use our website, we may collect:

Information you provide

If you contact us or complete an online form, we may collect information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Organisation name
• Telephone number (if provided)
• Any information you include in your message

Automatically collected information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Pages visited
• Time and date of your visit
• Referring website
• Anonymous website usage statistics

This information helps us improve the website and understand how visitors use it.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Provide information you have requested
• Improve our website and services
• Monitor website performance and security
• Analyse website usage through analytics tools
• Comply with legal obligations

We will only use your personal information where we have a lawful basis to do so.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Measure website performance
• Understand how visitors use our website
• Improve website functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

Analytics

We may use website analytics services to help us understand how visitors use the website.

These services collect anonymous statistical information such as:

• Number of visitors
• Most visited pages
• Time spent on pages
• Device types
• General geographic location

Analytics data is used solely to improve the website.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information only where necessary with:

• Website hosting providers
• Website support providers
• Government organisations where required
• Service providers acting on our behalf
• Law enforcement or regulatory authorities where required by law

All third parties are required to process personal information securely and only for the purposes specified.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from:

• Unauthorised access
• Loss
• Misuse
• Disclosure
• Alteration
• Destruction

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Request restriction of processing
• Object to certain processing activities
• Request a copy of your personal data
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Third-Party Websites

This website contains links to external websites, including GOV.UK and other organisations.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our website.

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us using the contact details provided on this website.

If you are unhappy with how your personal information has been handled, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Website: https://workplace-recycling.co.uk/