Appropriate Policy Document

Adopted by Council – 7 July 2026 1. Introduction Gainsborough Town Council processes personal data relating to customers of its facilities, Councillors, and current and former employees in order to carry out its statutory and corporate functions. As part of...

Neonatal Care Leave Policy

Adopted by Council – 3 February 2026 1. About this policy 1.1 The purpose of this policy is to set out the arrangements for neonatal care leave, which is intended to help employees whose baby requires specialist neonatal care after birth. 2. Who does this policy...

Electronic Communications and Social Media Policy

1. Introduction Gainsborough Town Council (“the Council”) is committed to open, transparent, lawful and effective communication with councillors, staff, partners, the media and members of the public. This Policy consolidates all previous communications-related...

GDPR Security Compliance Checklist

General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 Town and Parish Councils are required to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Individual councillors also have personal...

Freedom of Information Policy

Document History Adopted by Council – 16 December 2025 Reviewed & Adopted – 1. Handling of Freedom of Information Requests Compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000 is the legal responsibility of local authorities and other public organisations. It...