Privacy policy

Carers UK respects the privacy of visitors.  If you register to use some of the site features then we will ask you for some personal information. The features where you may be asked for your details include the forums, the email newsletters, email your MP or if you complete a survey on this website.

Personal information

Carers UK collects "personal information" about you to allow us to identify you.  This includes your name and email address, as well as information volunteered by yourself.  Any information we collect about you will be stored securely and treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.  Occasionally, we may use this information to compile statistics to assist us in our research or campaigning.

Third parties

Carers UK will not pass your personal details to other people or organisations.  Carers UK does not sell or rent user information to anyone.

Further information

If you indicated that you are interested in receiving regular information about Carers UK's work we will send you communications regarding our work and activities, either electronically or otherwise.

Cookies

Cookies are small text markers stored on your computer that enable us to track the use of our website.  In common with many similar websites, we use cookies to help us understand the preferences and interests of our users so that we can continually improve this website. No personally identifiable information is stored on the cookies.