Data Protection

Introduction

RBA Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisors (RBA) is committed to protecting the personal data of its clients, employees, and other stakeholders. This policy sets out how RBA collects, uses, and stores personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

What is personal data?

Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. This includes information such as a person's name, address, email address, phone number, and financial details.

How does RBA collect personal data?

RBA collects personal data from its clients, employees, and other stakeholders in a number of ways, including:

When a client or employee applies for services or employment with RBA
When a client or employee interacts with RBA's website or other online services
When a client or employee makes a payment to RBA
When a client or employee provides feedback to RBA

How does RBA use personal data?

RBA uses personal data for a number of purposes, including:

To provide services to its clients
To manage its employees
To communicate with its clients and employees
To market its services
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

How does RBA store personal data?

RBA stores personal data in a secure environment, both on its premises and in the cloud. RBA has a number of security measures in place to protect personal data, including:

Access controls
Data encryption
Regular security audits

How does RBA share personal data?

RBA may share personal data with third parties, such as service providers, in order to provide its services. RBA only shares personal data with third parties that have agreed to comply with the GDPR.

How long does RBA keep personal data?

RBA keeps personal data for as long as it is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. RBA may keep personal data for longer periods of time if required to do so by law.

How can individuals access and control their personal data?

Individuals have the right to access their personal data and to request that RBA correct any inaccuracies. Individuals also have the right to request that RBA delete their personal data, subject to certain legal restrictions.