GEARS Driving School – Privacy Notice
Instructor: Graham Edwards
Trading Name: GEARS
Contact: wrexhamgears@gmail.com or 07984 412753
Purpose of Data Collection
GEARS Driving School collects and processes personal information from students to provide driving tuition, manage bookings, monitor progress, and ensure lesson safety. This may include the use of in-car video and audio recordings.
Types of Data Collected
We may collect:
- Contact details (name, address, phone, email)
- Lesson and payment history
- Progress and training records
- Video and/or audio recordings during lessons
- Communications and correspondence
Storage and Protection
All data and recordings are stored securely and accessed only by Graham Edwards (GEARS). Information is not shared publicly or transferred outside the UK. Appropriate security measures, including encryption and password protection, are in place to protect your data.
Retention Period
All personal data, progress records, and video/audio recordings are retained for a maximum of 12 months from the date of collection or the last lesson. After this period, all data is permanently deleted or securely destroyed unless required for ongoing legal, insurance, or safety matters.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)
Requests can be made in writing to wrexhamgears@gmail.com. Responses will be provided within one calendar month.
Lawful Basis for Processing
Data is processed under the lawful bases of Contract (to deliver driving lessons), Legitimate Interest (for safety, insurance, and administration), and Consent (for optional uses such as recordings beyond lesson review).
Website Disclaimer
The information on this website is provided for general guidance only. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, GEARS Driving School accepts no responsibility for any errors, omissions, or losses arising from its use. Submitting a form or enquiry does not guarantee a booking or confirm a contract.