Introduction:
The ECO scheme offers grants to UK homes through energy taxes on large energy companies. To qualify for an energy-saving measure (boiler, heating system, insulation, or storage heaters), we need some personal information:
- Contact details: Name, address, phone number, and email address (to assess eligibility).
- Proof of identity: You’ll receive this electronically and sign digitally to verify eligibility with relevant authorities.
- Benefits proof: Document showing benefits received (optional: you can redact irrelevant information).
- Occupancy rights: Needed in specific cases (explained when necessary).
- Date of birth: Required in specific cases (explained when necessary).
We use your data following GDPR guidelines:
- Consent: To assess eligibility for grants.
- Contract: For preliminary assessment before installation.
- Legitimate interests: To verify eligibility with third parties (Energy Saving Trust, OFGEM, HMRC, Local Authority).
Data sharing:
- Eligibility assessment: DWP (with your consent, Local Authority for alternative routes).
- Installation verification: OFGEM through Energy Saving Trust auditors.
- Scheme analysis: Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy.
Your data is not used for:
- Automated decisions without human involvement.
- Profiling for direct marketing.
Your rights:
- Access your data.
- Confirm and understand data processing.
- Correct or delete your data (under certain circumstances).
- Restrict data processing.
- Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office.
Who we are:
- G&G Media Ltd (Company Number 14652146)
- Operates https://freeboilergrantsuk.com/
Website data collection:
- Contact forms: Name, phone number, and email address to respond to your inquiries (not shared with third parties).
- Cookies: Standard website usage analysis (opt-in for saving details).
Third-party links and content:
- We are not responsible for data practices of external websites.
- Review their privacy policies before interacting.
Analytics:
- We use Google Analytics for anonymous website usage analysis.
Privacy policy updates:
- We may update this policy; check periodically.
- Continued use signifies your acceptance of updates.
Data breach notification:
- We will notify authorities of personal data breaches within 72 hours if necessary.
Contact:
- Email info@freeboilergrantsuk.comfor any questions.
- Data Protection Officer, G&G Media Ltd, Suite 450, Andover House, Geroge Yard, Andover, SP101PB
Notes:
- Privacy notice last updated May 31, 2023.
- Aligns with GDPR and Data Protection Act (September 2021).