Policies
GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Statement for Story & Image Ltd
Introduction
Story & Image Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal data we hold. This General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Statement outlines our approach to ensuring compliance with the GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, which governs the collection, processing, and storage of personal data within the UK.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and privacy. Our commitment includes:
Lawful, Fair, and Transparent Processing: We process personal data lawfully, fairly, and in a transparent manner. Individuals are informed about how their data is being used and their rights under the GDPR.
Data Minimisation: We collect only the personal data that is necessary for the specific purposes for which it is being processed.
Accuracy: We take all reasonable steps to ensure that the personal data we hold is accurate and kept up to date.
Storage Limitation: We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected and in accordance with our retention policies.
Integrity and Confidentiality: We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure the security of personal data and to protect it against unauthorised or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
Data Subject Rights
Under the GDPR, individuals have the following rights regarding their personal data:
Right to be Informed: Individuals have the right to be informed about the collection and use of their personal data.
Right of Access: Individuals have the right to access their personal data and obtain information about how it is being processed.
Right to Rectification: Individuals have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected or completed if it is incomplete.
Right to Erasure: Individuals have the right to request the deletion or removal of their personal data where there is no compelling reason for its continued processing.
Right to Restrict Processing: Individuals have the right to request the restriction or suppression of their personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: Individuals have the right to obtain and reuse their personal data for their own purposes across different services.
Right to Object: Individuals have the right to object to the processing of their personal data in certain circumstances, including for direct marketing purposes.
Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making and Profiling: Individuals have the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects or significantly affects them.
Data Protection Officer
We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee our data protection strategy and ensure compliance with the GDPR. The DPO can be contacted at:
Data Protection Officer
Story & Image Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, England, WC2H 9JQ
Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals, we will notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach. We will also inform the affected individuals without undue delay.
Training and Awareness
We provide regular training to our employees on data protection and privacy to ensure they understand their responsibilities and our obligations under the GDPR.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this GDPR Statement or our data protection practices, please contact us at:
Data Protection Officer
Story & Image Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, England, WC2H 9JQ
Review and Updates
This GDPR Statement will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary to ensure ongoing compliance with the GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.
James Warren
Founder & Strategy Director
Story & Image Ltd
Date: 26 June 2024
Modern Slavery
Modern Slavery Statement for Story & Image Ltd
Introduction
This Modern Slavery Statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines the steps that Story & Image Ltd has taken to address the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains during the financial year ending 31 March 2024.
Our Business
Story & Image Ltd is a leading public relations company based in the UK, specialising in strategic communications, media relations, and digital marketing. We are committed to operating our business ethically and with integrity, ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chains.
Our Policies
We have implemented a range of policies and procedures to mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chains, including:
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Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets out the standards and behaviours we expect from all employees, including a commitment to human rights and the prohibition of forced labour and human trafficking.
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Supplier Code of Conduct: Our Supplier Code of Conduct requires our suppliers to adhere to the same high standards of ethical behaviour, including the prohibition of modern slavery and human trafficking.
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Whistleblowing Policy: Our Whistleblowing Policy encourages employees and third parties to report any concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking without fear of retaliation.
Due Diligence
To identify and mitigate the risks of modern slavery, we have undertaken the following due diligence activities:
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Risk Assessment: We conduct regular risk assessments of our operations and supply chains to identify areas where the risk of modern slavery may be highest.
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Supplier Audits: We perform audits of our key suppliers to ensure compliance with our Supplier Code of Conduct and to assess their practices related to modern slavery and human trafficking.
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Training: We provide training to our employees and key suppliers on modern slavery and human trafficking, raising awareness of the risks and ensuring they understand our policies and procedures.
Our Supply Chains
Our supply chains include the sourcing of goods and services necessary for our operations, such as office supplies, IT equipment, and professional services. We are committed to working with suppliers who share our values and uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Performance Indicators
To measure the effectiveness of our efforts to combat modern slavery, we monitor the following key performance indicators:
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Number of supplier audits conducted and results thereof.
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Number of employees and suppliers trained on modern slavery.
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Number of reported incidents of modern slavery and actions taken in response.