Last Updated: 11th November 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how GLID Wind Farms TopCo Limited (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website https://glidwindfarms.com, contact us, or engage with our services.
Who We Are
GLID Wind Farms TopCo Limited operates the Lynn and Inner Dowsing offshore wind farms. Our registered office is at Grimsby Operations Base, North Quay, Grimsby, DN31 3SY. You can contact us at ask@xceco.co.uk.
What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Identity data (e.g., name, job title)
- Contact data (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, cookies)
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site)
- Communication data (e.g., messages sent via contact forms)
How We Collect Your Data
We collect data through:
- Direct interactions (e.g., contact forms, emails)
- Automated technologies (e.g., cookies, analytics tools)
- Third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics)
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent (e.g., for marketing communications)
- Contract (e.g., to respond to enquiries)
- Legal obligation (e.g., compliance with laws)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., site security, analytics)
Note: Under DUAA 2025, certain processing activities like fraud prevention and IT security may be considered “recognised legitimate interests” and do not require a separate assessment.
How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Respond to enquiries and provide services
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Monitor and analyse website usage
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Transfers
We do not sell your data. We may share it with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Regulatory authorities (if required by law)
- Other parties with your consent
We ensure all third parties comply with UK data protection laws. If data is transferred outside the UK, we use appropriate safeguards.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above, or as required by law. As a general principle, the required retention period is 7 years.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO (www.ico.org.uk)
Children’s Data
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Please check this page regularly.
Contact Us
For privacy-related queries, contact:
Email: ask@xceco.co.uk
Address: Grimsby Operations Base, North Quay, Grimsby, DN31 3SY
ICO registration number: ZA532325
Legislation
Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA 2025)
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018)
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR)
