Last Updated: 1 August 2025

At the Community, Corporate and Culture Awards (“CCC Awards”, “we”, “our”, “us”), your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our website www.thecccawards.com, submit nominations, or engage with us in relation to the CCC Awards.

We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

a) Information you provide directly:

• Nomination forms: Name, email address, phone number, biography, photograph, professional background, and other relevant nomination information.
• Event attendance: Guest names, dietary requirements, and accessibility needs.
• Communications: Emails, enquiries, and feedback sent to us directly.

b) Information we collect automatically:

• Website usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and browsing patterns.
• Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to improve website performance. See Section 6 below for more information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Administer the CCC Awards nomination, judging, and voting processes.
• Communicate with nominators, nominees, finalists, and attendees.
• Publish selected nominee summaries and images for publicity and promotional purposes (unless otherwise requested).
• Manage event logistics, including invitations and ticketing.
• Fulfil our legal obligations and protect our legitimate business interests.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission (e.g. for marketing or to share your nomination).
• Contract – to perform our obligations in delivering the CCC Awards or fulfilling ticket purchases.
• Legal obligation – where we are required to process information for legal compliance.
• Legitimate interest – such as promoting the awards and ensuring fair administration.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at: info@thecccawards.com

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third parties.

We may share your information with:

• Internal members of the CCC Awards team and appointed Judging Panel (for evaluation purposes).
• Our web hosting and service providers who support our operations (under strict data protection agreements).
• Sponsors and media partners only for purposes related to the awards (e.g., interviews or features for winners), and only where appropriate.
• Law enforcement or regulators, if legally required to do so.

5. Data Storage & Retention

Your information is stored securely in accordance with industry standards. We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

Nomination data will typically be retained for up to 18 months after each annual ceremony, unless otherwise requested.

6. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies collect non-identifying information such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For full details, please refer to our Cookie Policy (available on our website footer).

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access a copy of your personal data.
• Correct or update inaccurate information.
• Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
• Object to or restrict our processing.
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

To exercise any of your rights, please email: info@thecccawards.com

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. Any underage nominations or submissions will be removed.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review the policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

📧 Email: info@thecccawards.com

🌐 Website: www.thecccawards.com