Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 28 October 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the 201 Squadron Association website.

The 201 Squadron Association is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information transparently and securely. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal data when you visit our website or interact with us.

This policy is intended to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Who We Are

The 201 Squadron Association supports and promotes the heritage, fellowship and activities of No. 201 Squadron and its members. [201squadro...iation.com]

Data Controller:
201 Squadron Association
Website: [201 Squadron Association Website]
Email: mail@jerryflint.co.uk

3. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Information You Provide

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Service history information voluntarily provided
  • Messages sent through contact forms
  • Event registration information

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of visits
  • Cookie preferences

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal data to:

  • Administer membership accounts
  • Communicate Association news and updates
  • Process membership applications and renewals
  • Organise reunions, events and activities
  • Respond to enquiries
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Maintain website security
  • Comply with legal obligations

5. Lawful Bases for Processing

We process personal information on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract (such as administering membership)
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests in operating and promoting the Association

6. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and analyse website traffic. Some cookies are necessary for the operation of the website, while others help us understand how visitors use the site. [201squadro...iation.com]

You can control cookie settings through your browser or through any cookie consent tools provided on the website.

7. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or share your personal data.

We may share information with:

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

All third parties are expected to handle personal information securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

We will share your Personal Information only with your consent, such as with:

  • Other members via the Association membership list.
  • Aviation historians researching specific historical events.
  • Families of recently deceased Association members who seek support in organising funerals or memorial services.

No personal information will be provided on deceased members unless we gain permission fromfamilies

8. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, disclosure, alteration or destruction.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain membership records
  • Fulfil the purpose for which the information was collected
  • Meet legal, accounting or regulatory requirements

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

10. Your Rights

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

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request transfer of your data
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

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

11. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

12. Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:

201 Squadron Association
Email: 201web@jerryflint.co.uk

14. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how your personal information has been handled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

https://www.ico.org.uk

15. Changes to This Policy

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