The S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group (“S12”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit https://securityleaders.co.uk (“the Website”), register for S12 workstreams, or interact with us in any capacity.
By using the Website or providing your personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
This website privacy policy was updated on 2 December 2025.
1. Who we are
The S12 brings together security leaders to work as a collective with the Government and the Security Minister. Their mandate is to address and elevate critical industry issues, promote higher standards and professionalism, enhance public safety, and positively shape the perception of the security guarding sector.
2. Data Collection
We collect different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our service to you.
Personal Data
While using our website or registering for S12 workstreams, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”). Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:
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First name and last name
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Job title
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Organisation
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Email address
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Phone number
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Workstream registration details
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Cookies and usage data
Public Register Data
If you consent, we will publish the following information on the S12 website as part of the Workstream Participant Register:
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Name
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Job title
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Organisation
This information will be visible to the public and available until you withdraw consent. If you later opt out, your information will be removed from the register.
This processing is based strictly on specific, freely given, informed, and withdrawable consent.
Usage Data
We may also collect information about how the website is accessed and used (“Usage Data”), including:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Pages visited
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Time and date of visits
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Time spent on pages
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Device information
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Diagnostic/analytics data
3. Tracking & Cookies Data
This site may use cookies or browser tracking technologies to provide a better overall user experience. This information helps us understand visitor behaviour and improve the website.
Personal information cannot be collected by these methods unless expressly provided by the end user. Aggregate cookie and tracking information may be shared with third parties for analytics.
A “cookie” is a small text file stored on your computer, tablet or phone when you visit a website.
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Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
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Persistent cookies remain until they expire or are deleted manually
We use cookies to:
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Monitor your use of our website and gather analytics
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Remember your preferences
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Identify whether you are signed in
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Personalise your visit
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Improve website usability
Cookies do not give us access to your computer or any data you do not choose to share.
To view and control the cookies used on this website, please refer to our Cookie Notice.
To learn more about cookies, visit: www.allaboutcookies.org
4. How We Use This Data
Collecting this data helps us understand what users expect from S12 and enables us to provide improved services and workstream engagement.
We may use data:
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For our internal records
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To manage and administer S12 workstreams
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To publish your details on the Workstream Participant Register only with your consent
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To improve the products, services, and information we provide
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To contact you in response to a specific enquiry
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To customise the website for you
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To send relevant updates about S12 workstreams, meetings, and initiatives
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To contact you for administration or research purposes
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For security, fraud prevention, or legal compliance
5. Controlling Your Data
When you fill in a form or provide details on our website, you may see tick boxes allowing you to:
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Opt-in to receive communications from us
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Consent to being publicly listed on the Workstream Participant Register
Withdrawing Consent
If you have agreed to any form of communication or public listing, you can easily change your mind at any time by e-mailing paul.fullwood@securityleaders.co.uk.
When you withdraw consent to be publicly listed, your information will be removed promptly.
When We May Share Your Data Without Consent
We will not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission.
However, we may need to share data without consent in special circumstances:
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To comply with a legal obligation
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To investigate or prevent wrongdoing
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To protect the safety of users or the public
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To protect S12’s legal rights
Your Data Rights
You may request details of the personal information we hold about you at any time. You may also request:
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Correction of inaccurate data
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Deletion of your data
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Restriction of processing
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Withdrawal of consent
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Access to all personal data we hold about you
Requests can be made via the contact details above.
6. Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. To prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we use appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards.
We follow stringent procedures to ensure we process all personal data in compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
7. Links From Our Site
Our website may contain links to other websites.
Please note that we have no control over external websites. If you provide information to a site we link to, we are not responsible for its data protection and privacy practices.
Always exercise caution when submitting data to other websites and read their privacy policies in full.
8. Data Protection Officer
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you may contact:
Paul Fullwood - S12 Chief Operating Officer
Email: paul.fullwood@securityleaders.co.uk
