GDPR
- Overview
This privacy statement outlines how E H Hassell & Sons collects, manages, and uses your personal data.
- How Can I Access My Personal Data?
Upon request, E H Hasell & Sons can confirm whether we hold any personal data about you and explain how it is processed. If E H Hassell & Sons does hold such information, you may request the following:
- The identity and contact details of the person or organization responsible for determining how and why your data is handled.
- Contact information for our Data Protection Officer (DPO).
- The purpose and lawful basis for processing your data.
- Details of any legitimate interests pursued by E H Hassell & Sons or third parties, where applicable.
- The types of personal data we collect and handle.
- The recipients or categories of recipients your data may be shared with.
- If data is transferred internationally, details of safeguards in place to protect your information. For example, data may be sent to countries approved by the EU or secured through appropriate protective measures.
- How long we will retain your personal data.
- Your rights regarding correction, deletion, limitation, or objection to data processing.
- Your right to withdraw consent at any time.
- How you can file a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.
- Whether providing your data is required by law or contract, and what happens if you don’t provide it.
- Where the data came from, if not directly obtained from you.
- Whether any automated decision-making (including profiling) is used, including meaningful information about the logic and potential effects of such processing.
Identification Required
To access your personal data, E H Hasel & Sons may ask for identification. Accepted forms include:
- Passport
- Driving licence
- Birth certificate
- Recent utility bill (dated within the last three months)
- Definition of Personal Data
As defined by the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), personal data refers to:
“Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual. This includes identifiers such as names, ID numbers, location data, online identifiers, or specific details that relate to the physical, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of a person.”
- How We Use Your Information
E H Hassell & Sons processes your personal data (including collecting, storing, and using it) in line with GDPR requirements. We aim to ensure your data is accurate, current, and retained only as long as necessary. Certain information may be kept for legal obligations, such as tax or audit records. In some cases, we may store data longer based on specific industry guidelines or business needs.
- Sharing Your Data
We may share your personal data with finance providers if you express interest in arranging financing. For example, if you choose to finance your equipment, we may share your details with our finance partners, First Capital Finance Limited . You can find their full privacy policy at: www.starassetfinance.com
- Why We Collect Personal Information
Collecting personal data enables us to deliver our services effectively. We are committed to using your information responsibly and ensuring it is only used for relevant and lawful purposes, without compromising your privacy.
- When We May Contact You
We will only contact you when necessary to provide our services. Our communications will be relevant, and we do not engage in unnecessary or intrusive questioning. All personal data you provide is subject to strict security procedures to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
The Data Protection Officer for E H Hassell & Sons is Ruth Burden who can be contacted at RuthBurden@hassells.com













