1. Introduction

Carla Lockhart MP is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Notice explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or contact the office.

This notice complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Who We Are

Data Controller:
Carla Lockhart MP
House of Commons
London
SW1A 0AA

Email: carla.lockhart.mp@parliament.uk
Website: www.carlalockhartmp.co.uk

3. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

a. Information you provide

• Name
• Address and postcode
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Details of your enquiry or casework

b. Automatically collected data

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited
• Time and date of visits
• Referring website

4. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used to:

• Respond to enquiries or requests
• Provide constituency casework support
• Send updates, newsletters, or campaigns (if you opt in)
• Improve website functionality and performance
• Maintain security and prevent misuse

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Public task – carrying out parliamentary functions
• Consent – where you have explicitly agreed (e.g. newsletters)
• Legitimate interests – managing communications and improving services
• Legal obligation – where required by law

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

• Government departments and public bodies
• Local authorities
• Regulatory or law enforcement agencies
• Trusted third-party service providers (e.g. IT or website hosting)

Your data will not be sold or shared for marketing purposes.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:

• Secure servers
• Access controls
• Encryption where appropriate

Your data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or meet legal requirements.

8. Cookies

This website uses cookies to:

• Improve user experience
• Analyse website traffic
• Ensure site functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings.
For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion (where applicable)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

10. Contacting Us About Your Data

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, contact:

Email: [Insert contact email]

11. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how your data is handled, you can contact:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113

12. Changes to This Privacy Notice

This Privacy Notice may be updated from time to time.
Please check this page regularly for updates.

13. Constituency Casework

If you contact Carla Lockhart MP for assistance:

• Your personal data may be shared with relevant organisations (e.g. government departments, councils)
• Only information necessary to progress your case will be shared
• Sensitive personal data will only be processed where required and lawful