Privacy Policy

Last updated: 6 December 2025

Who I Am

This website is operated by Steven Webb, your local councillor for Cornwall. I take your privacy seriously and am committed to protecting your personal information.

What Information I Collect

Contact Form

When you contact me, I collect:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • Your message content
  • Any other information you choose to share

Analytics

I use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use this website. This collects anonymous data such as which pages are visited and how long people spend on the site. This helps me improve the website for residents.

Google Analytics may use cookies. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using a browser extension or adjusting your browser's privacy settings.

Comments

If you leave a comment on the blog, your name and comment will be publicly visible. Your email address is collected but not displayed publicly.

How I Use Your Information

I use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and help with your issues
  • Follow up on matters you've raised
  • Improve this website and the services I provide

I will never sell your personal information or use it for marketing purposes.

Who I Share Your Information With

I may share your information with Cornwall Council officers or other relevant bodies only when necessary to help resolve your issue, and I will always seek your consent first where possible.

I will not share your information with any third parties for their own purposes.

How Long I Keep Your Information

I keep records of correspondence for as long as necessary to handle your enquiry and any follow-up actions. Typically this is for the duration of my term as councillor, after which case files are securely deleted.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact me.

Cookies

This website uses cookies for:

  • Analytics: Google Analytics cookies to understand site usage
  • Functionality: Essential cookies for the website to work properly

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how I handle your data, please get in touch.

If you are unhappy with how I have handled your personal data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.