Last updated: 12/04/2026
1. Who We Are
Organisation Name: Abbeyleix Vitality Hub
Type: Non-profit community organisation
Postal Address: The Secretary, Abbeyleix Vitality Hub, Fr. Breen Park, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois Ireland
Email: info@abbeyleixvitalityhub.ie
Abbeyleix Vitality Hub operates this website to share information about Fr. Breen Park, local facilities, local activities, and events in our community.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Irish data protection laws.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address (if relevant)
- Any information you provide when contacting us or filling out forms
- Information related to membership, events, or volunteering
- Technical data such as IP address and browser type (automatically collected by our hosting provider)
- Cookie data (see Cookie Policy)
We only collect data that is necessary for the running of our organisation and to operate the website. We do not collect sensitive personal data and we do not create user accounts.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data when you:
- Contact us by email, phone, or website form
- Sign up for membership or newsletters
- Register for events or activities
- Volunteer with us
4. Why We Collect Data (Lawful Basis)
We process personal data to:
- Operate and secure the website (legitimate interest)
- Respond to enquiries (consent or legitimate interest)
- Improve the website through optional analytics (consent)
5. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Communicate with you
- Manage memberships or participation
- Organise events and activities
- Send updates or newsletters (where you have agreed)
- Meet legal or regulatory obligations
6. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Consent – where you have agreed (e.g. newsletters)
- Legitimate interests – to run and manage the organisation
- Legal obligations – where required by law
7. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share data only where necessary with:
- Service providers (e.g. email or website providers)
- Volunteers or committee members (where required to run activities)
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required
All parties are expected to handle your data securely and in line with GDPR.
8. Data Retention
We keep your data only for as long as necessary to:
- Manage your involvement with the organisation
- Contact enquiries: kept only as long as needed to respond
- Comply with legal and record-keeping obligations
- Technical logs: retained by our hosting provider for security
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.
9. Data Security
We take appropriate steps to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
10. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request transfer of your data
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) Ireland.
11. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to ensure it functions properly and to understand how it is used. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
info@abbeyleixvitalityhub.ie
15. Photos and Media
We may take photographs at events or activities for use on our website or social media.
Where possible:
- We will inform attendees in advance
- We will seek consent where appropriate
If you would prefer not to appear in photos, please let us know.
Document Control
Version: 1.0
Approved by: Abbeyleix Vitality Hub
Date of approval: 12/04/2026
Next review date: 12/04/2027
