Privacy Policy

Last updated: 06 November 2026

Identity and Role of the Data Controller

newswova acts as the data controller for the purposes of this privacy notice. We are responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data collected through our website. Our registered office is at University of Salford, MediaCityUK, Salford, Greater Manchester, M50 2HE. For any enquiries regarding data protection, please contact us using [email protected] or +44 (0)161 295 4545.

Scope of This Notice and the People It Covers

This privacy policy applies to all visitors to our website, including individuals who submit enquiries through the contact form, professionals in the live television production industry, and any other users who interact with our services. It covers data processing activities carried out by newswova in the United Kingdom and explains how we handle information in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Categories of Personal Data and Sources

We collect personal data directly from you when you use the contact form or browse the site. Categories include identification details such as name, contact information including email address and telephone number, and technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information obtained through cookies. We do not obtain data from third-party sources unless you provide it voluntarily.

Purpose-by-Purpose Explanation of Processing and Legal Basis

We process personal data for the following purposes: responding to enquiries submitted via the contact form under the legal basis of legitimate interest or consent; improving website functionality and user experience based on legitimate interest; complying with legal obligations such as record-keeping under the legal basis of legal obligation; and managing cookie preferences under consent. Each purpose is limited to what is necessary for that specific activity.

Whether Providing Data Is Required and Consequences

Providing personal data through the contact form is voluntary. However, if you choose not to supply certain information, we may be unable to respond to your enquiry or provide the requested assistance. Technical data collected via cookies can be managed through browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect site performance.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyse usage. Details of the types of cookies employed and how to manage preferences are set out in our separate Cookie Policy, which is accessible via the site-wide cookie banner.

Processors, Service-Provider Categories, Recipients and Disclosures

We engage trusted service providers such as hosting companies, analytics providers, and email delivery services to assist with website operations. These processors are bound by contractual obligations to protect data. We may disclose information where required by law, regulation, or court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of users.

International Transfers and Safeguards

Some of our service providers may be located outside the United Kingdom. Where personal data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved under UK GDPR, to protect your information.

Specific Retention Periods or Criteria

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Enquiry data is kept for up to two years after the last contact, technical logs for twelve months, and cookie-related data in line with the durations specified in the Cookie Policy. Data is securely deleted or anonymised once retention periods expire.

Security and Data-Minimisation Practices

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. We apply data minimisation principles, collecting only the information strictly required for each purpose.

All Applicable Data-Subject Rights

Under UK GDPR you have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. To exercise any of these rights, please submit a request using [email protected] or +44 (0)161 295 4545. We will respond within one month, subject to verification of identity.

Right to Withdraw Consent and Object to Direct Marketing or Profiling

Where processing relies on consent, you may withdraw it at any time by contacting us via [email protected]. You also have the right to object to direct marketing and any profiling activities. We do not engage in automated profiling for marketing purposes.

Right to Complain to the Competent Supervisory Authority

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority. Contact details for the ICO are available on their official website.

Children or Age Restrictions

Our website and services are intended for professionals and individuals aged 18 years or over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If we become aware that such data has been collected, it will be deleted promptly.

Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on individuals. Any analytics used are for internal improvement only and do not result in automated decisions about users.

Policy Changes and Effective Date

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. The current version is effective from 06 November 2026. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.