Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

 

1. Introduction

Strategic Boards Ltd (Company No. 14675406) trading as London Governance is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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2. Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to clients (schools and trusts), consultants, candidates, suppliers, training participants and visitors to our website www.ldngov.co.uk.

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3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect names, job titles, organisational details, contact information, CVs, professional qualifications, DBS information, safeguarding records, consultancy documentation, meeting minutes, financial information, notes and website enquiry details.

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4. How We Use Personal Data

We process personal data to deliver governance consultancy services, prepare minutes, notes, give advice and panel documentation, manage contracts, comply with safeguarding obligations, process payments, conducting investigations and maintain professional standards.

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on contractual necessity, legal obligation and legitimate interests as our lawful bases for processing. Sensitive personal data is processed only where required by law or with appropriate safeguards.

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6. Data Sharing

We may share information with consultants assigned to specific work, professional advisers, IT and accounting providers, and regulatory or safeguarding authorities where legally required. We do not sell or trade personal data.

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7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures including secure systems, restricted access controls and encrypted communications where appropriate.

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8. Data Retention

Governance records and consultancy documentation are generally retained for up to 7 years. Financial records are retained for 6 years in line with statutory requirements. Website enquiries are retained for up to 2 years unless ongoing engagement exists.

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9. Your Rights

You have the right to access your personal data, request correction, request deletion (where lawful), restrict processing and lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

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10. Cookies

Our website may use basic cookies or server logs for security and performance. We do not operate marketing tracking systems.

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11. Contact

For privacy enquiries, contact: hello@ldngov.co.uk

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