Privacy Policy

Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op is committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. We wish to be transparent about how we process your data and to show that we are accountable under the GDPR in relation to how we process your data and ensure you understand your rights as a client and website user.

It is the intention of this privacy statement to explain the information practices of Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op in relation to the information we collect about you.

Data Controller

For the purposes of the GDPR, the data controller is:

Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op
Port Oriel
Clogherhead
Co. Louth
Ireland

Phone: +353 (0)41 988 1403
Email: sales@cloghercoop.com
Website: https://cloghercoop.com

When we refer to ‘we’, it is Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op.

Please read this Statement carefully as this sets out the basis on which any personal data we collect from you, or that you provide to us, will be processed by us.

Who We Are

Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op is a fishermen-owned cooperative based in Clogherhead, Co. Louth. The Co-Op supports local fishermen by handling the landing, processing, and sale of seafood products to wholesale and retail customers. We also provide information about our products and services through our website and handle enquiries from customers, suppliers, and members of the public.

Data Protection Contact

For all data protection and GDPR-related queries, please contact:

Data Protection Officer / GDPR Owner
Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op
Email: sales@cloghercoop.com
Phone: +353 (0)41 988 1403

Purpose for Processing Your Data

We collect and process personal data in order to respond to enquiries, manage business relationships, process orders where applicable, and communicate with customers, suppliers, and members. This includes data submitted via contact forms, email, telephone, or other direct communication.

We only collect personal data that is necessary for these purposes and we do not use your data in ways that you would not reasonably expect.

Why We Are Processing Your Data (Our Legal Basis)

In order for us to provide our services, Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op needs to collect personal data for the purpose of responding to enquiries, fulfilling orders, managing supplier and customer relationships, and complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

Our lawful bases for processing your data under GDPR include:

Contractual necessity – where processing is required to fulfil a contract or take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.
Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary for the normal operation of our business and does not override your rights and freedoms.
Legal obligation – where we are required to process data to comply with legal requirements.
Consent – where you have explicitly agreed to us processing your data for a specific purpose.

In all cases, we ensure that the information we collect and use is appropriate for the purpose and does not constitute an invasion of your privacy.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We will process (collect, store and use) the information you provide in a manner compatible with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We will endeavour to keep your information accurate and up to date, and not keep it for longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.

Special Categories of Personal Data

We do not intentionally collect special categories of personal data (such as health data, religious beliefs, or ethnic origin) through our website. If such data is provided to us voluntarily, it will only be processed where necessary and with explicit consent or where legally required.

Who We Share Your Data With

We may share your personal data with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business and website, such as:

Website hosting providers
IT and technical support providers
Accountants and professional advisors

Any third parties that we share your data with are required to keep your information secure and to use it only for the purpose of providing services to us. When they no longer need your data, they must dispose of it in line with GDPR requirements.

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

If personal data is transferred outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR.

Your Rights as a Data Subject

Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op facilitates your rights in line with our data protection policy and subject access request procedures, which are available on request.

You have the following rights:

Right of access
Right of rectification
Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object
Right to object to automated decision-making and profiling

If we refuse your request under any of these rights, we will provide you with a reason.

Retention of Your Personal Data

We will not keep your personal data for longer than is necessary for the purpose(s) for which it was collected. Data is retained in accordance with our internal retention policies and legal requirements.

Complaints

If you wish to make a complaint about how your personal data is being processed by Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Op, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission in Ireland.

You may also contact us directly using the details above and we will do our best to resolve any concerns promptly.

Failure to Provide Information

If we are collecting your data for the purpose of fulfilling a contract or responding to an enquiry and you do not provide the required information, we may be unable to provide the requested service or complete the transaction.

Profiling and Automated Decision Making

We do not carry out automated decision making or profiling using your personal data.

Additional Processing

If we intend to further process your personal data for a purpose other than that for which it was collected, we will inform you prior to doing so.

Contact Us

Your privacy is important to us. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or how your data is handled, please contact: