Privacy Policy

Last updated: 11 March 2025

Studio Liberal ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of individuals and organisations who engage with our services. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, store, and share data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Studio Liberal is an independent communications consultancy providing services to Liberal Democrat local parties, councillors, and candidates. Our support includes, but is not limited to, communications strategy, leaflet design, social media content creation, press engagement, and website management.

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect and process data necessary for the services we provide. This includes:

2.1 Organisational Data

  • Local party names

  • Contact details for local party representatives (e.g., Chair, Campaign Manager, Comms Officer)

  • Publicly available political data (e.g., election results, council compositions)

  • Party policies, campaigns, and messaging details

  • Logos, branding, and style guides

2.2 Personal Data (Minimal and Only If Necessary)

  • Name and role of the primary contact

  • Email addresses and phone numbers (for communication purposes)

  • Social media handles (if provided for campaign purposes)

We do not collect or process sensitive personal data, such as political opinions of individuals, ethnicity, or health-related information.

3. How We Use Data

We use the data we collect to:

  • Provide communications support tailored to local parties

  • Design and deliver campaign materials

  • Manage social media content (if requested)

  • Offer strategic communications advice

  • Respond to enquiries and manage client relationships

We do not use data for unsolicited marketing or share it with third parties for commercial purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate measures to protect all data, including:

  • Secure, password-protected storage of documents

  • Encrypted email communications where necessary

  • Restricting access to data to only those directly involved in providing our services

Data is stored for no longer than necessary to fulfil the requested services. After project completion, we will retain data only if required for legal or record-keeping purposes.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share personal data with third parties, except:

  • When required by law

  • When explicitly requested by the client (e.g., coordinating with print suppliers or party staff)

  • When sharing publicly available campaign materials (e.g., published leaflets)

6. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process data based on:

  • Legitimate Interest – to provide professional communications services to local parties

  • Contractual Obligation – when an agreement is made to deliver specific services

  • Consent – if required, for specific uses beyond standard service delivery

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have rights regarding your data, including:

  • Access – Request a copy of the data we hold about you

  • Correction – Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Erasure – Request deletion of your data when no longer needed

  • Objection – Object to how we process your data in certain circumstances

  • Restriction – Request to limit how we use your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: joe@studioliberal.uk.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how your data is handled, please contact:

Studio Liberal
Email: joe@studioliberal.uk
Website: www.studioliberal.uk

9. Updates to This Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you directly.