Privacy Policy

Who we are

The People in Housing Awards is organised and hosted by Niyaa People Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (company number 06453390), with our registered office at:

For the purposes of UK data protection law, Niyaa People is the data controller for all personal data collected through this website and associated systems.

You can contact our Data Protection Team at info@niyaapeople.co.uk.

What this notice covers

This notice applies to personal data collected when you:

• Enter or nominate someone for an award
• Purchase tickets for the event
• Attend the People in Housing Awards
• Subscribe to updates, communications, or marketing
• Visit or interact with our website and digital platforms

Information we collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Contact details such as your name, email address, phone number, and organisation
• Payment details (processed securely via our payment partners – we do not store full card information)
• Award entry information, including nominee details, supporting materials, and testimonials
• Event attendance information, such as dietary requirements or accessibility needs
• Technical data, such as IP addresses, browser type, and site usage (via cookies)
• Marketing preferences and communication history

In some cases, we may also collect limited information about nominees or guests provided by others (e.g. an award entry or table booking). In these cases, we rely on you to ensure that any third party whose personal data you provide is aware of this notice.

How we use your information

• Process and manage award entries and nominations
• Communicate with you regarding event participation, judging, or results
• Administer ticket sales and event logistics
• Manage your attendance, including catering and accessibility requirements
• Promote and market the event, including sharing information about finalists and winners (with consent)
• Improve our website, communications, and overall event experience
• Comply with any applicable legal or financial obligations

Our legal basis for processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

• Contract: To fulfil our obligations in processing your award entry, ticket purchase, or event attendance
• Legitimate interests: To operate and promote the People in Housing Awards, manage relationships, and ensure a positive experience for all participants
• Legal obligation: To comply with accounting, reporting, or regulatory requirements
• Consent: For specific activities such as marketing communications or publishing award details, photographs, or testimonials

You can withdraw your consent to marketing or publicity at any time by contacting info@niyaapeople.co.uk.

Cookies and website data

Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users and to improve your browsing experience. For detailed information about how and why we use cookies, please refer to our cookie policy.

Disclosure of your information

We may share your personal data with trusted third parties to help us deliver the event and related services, including:

• Event management providers, venue teams, and caterers
• Payment processors and ticketing platforms
• Judging panel members, for the purpose of evaluating award entries
• Marketing and communications partners supporting event promotion
• Photographers, videographers, and media partners (where consent is given)
• Legal and professional advisers where required

We do not sell your data and only share it when necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected.

Data storage and security

All personal data is stored securely within the UK or EEA. Where we use third parties outside the EEA, we ensure that appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) are in place.

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. However, please note that transmission of data over the internet is not completely secure.

Data retention

We will retain your data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, including:

• Award entry and judging data – retained for up to two years following the event
• Ticketing, financial, and transactional records – retained for seven years to meet legal obligations
• Marketing preferences – retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion

Where data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict our processing
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)
• Request the transfer of your data to another controller
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) via https://ico.org.uk/concerns/

To exercise any of these rights, please contact info@niyaapeople.co.uk.

Links to other websites

Our site may include links to partner or sponsor websites. Please note that these sites have their own privacy policies, and we accept no responsibility for their content or practices.

Updates to this notice

We may update this privacy notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates may be notified to you by email.

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