Last updated: March 2026
Website: www.alanthomasmediation.co.uk
Contact: alan@alanthomasmediation.co.uk
Alan Thomas Mediation (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
1. Who we are
This website is operated by Alan Thomas, a mediator based in the United Kingdom.
2. What personal data we collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
• your name and contact details (including email address and telephone number);
• information you provide when making an enquiry;
• information relevant to a mediation (where applicable);
• technical data such as IP address and website usage data.
3. How we use your data
We use personal data to:
• respond to enquiries;
• provide mediation services;
• manage communications with parties and their representatives;
• comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
We do not use your data for unsolicited marketing.
4. Legal basis for processing
We process personal data on the basis that:
• it is necessary for the performance of a contract (or steps taken prior to entering into a contract);
• it is necessary for compliance with legal obligations; or
• it is necessary for our legitimate interests (such as responding to enquiries), provided those interests do not override your rights.
5. Confidentiality
Mediation is a confidential process. Personal data provided in connection with a mediation will be handled in accordance with applicable confidentiality obligations as well as data protection law.
6. Sharing of data
We do not sell personal data. We may share data:
• with parties and their representatives where necessary for a mediation;
• with professional advisers;
• where required by law.
7. Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal or professional obligations.
8. Cookies
We use cookies to improve the functionality and performance of our website.
What is a cookie? A cookie is a small file stored on your browser when you visit a site.
Types of cookies we may use:
• Essential cookies — necessary for site operation.
• Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) — help us understand site usage to improve it.
9. Your rights
You have rights under UK data protection law, including the right to:
• request access to your personal data;
• request correction of inaccurate data;
• request erasure of your data (in certain circumstances);
• object to or restrict processing.
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Alan Thomas
Email: alan@alanthomasmediation.co.uk