Privacy Policy

SP Hughes Consulting Ltd

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

SP Hughes Consulting Ltd ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal data you provide when using our website: www.sphughes-consulting.com

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Who We Are

Company name: SP Hughes Consulting Ltd
Registered in: United Kingdom
Website: www.sphughes-consulting.com
Email: info@sphughes-consulting.com

For the purposes of data protection law, SP Hughes Consulting Ltd is the “data controller”.

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that you choose to provide to us via our contact form or by email.

This may include:

Your name
Your email address
The message you submit to us

We do not collect any sensitive personal data.

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your data when you:

Submit an enquiry via our website contact form
Contact us directly by email

We do not use tracking cookies or analytics tools.

5. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect and use your personal data for the following purposes:

To respond to your enquiry
To communicate with you about our services
To manage potential client relationships

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

6. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, the lawful basis for processing your personal data is:

Legitimate interest — to respond to business enquiries
Consent — where you submit your details via our contact form

7. How We Store and Protect Your Data

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data, including:

Secure email systems
Password-protected access
Limited access to authorised personnel only

Your data is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.

8. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

We may share your data with trusted service providers only where necessary to operate our website or business (for example, website hosting or email services). All such providers are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with data protection law.

9. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected.

Enquiry data is typically retained for up to 12 months
Client data is retained in accordance with contractual and legal obligations

10. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction of your personal data
Request deletion of your personal data
Object to processing of your personal data
Request restriction of processing
Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

11. Cookies

Our website uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality.

We do not use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact:

Email: info@sphughes-consulting.com
Company: SP Hughes Consulting Ltd