ICO Registered for Data Security
Safeguarding your personal information is our top priority. We’re fully registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), ensuring that your data is handled responsibly, securely, and in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. This registration guarantees that your personal information is processed with the highest level of care and security.
Our ICO Registration
We are proud to confirm that Avery Residential (London) Ltd, formerly known as Rhubarb Property (Birmingham) Ltd, is fully registered with the ICO under our original company registration number. Although our ICO certificate still reflects the old name, Rhubarb Property, rest assured that this is fully compliant because our company number remains the same, and the change is reflected with Companies House. This ensures that our data protection responsibilities have transitioned seamlessly.
What is ICO?
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the UK’s regulator for data protection, enforcing laws that protect personal data from misuse. ICO registration ensures that organisations, like Avery Residential, are held accountable for their handling of personal data. It assures our clients that their privacy and information are in safe hands as we adhere to data protection best practices.
Why ICO Registration is Important
As a professional property service handling personal data, including contact details, rental information, and financial records, it’s essential for Avery Residential to comply with data protection laws. Our ICO registration is vital because:
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We comply with the law: By being registered with the ICO, we follow the legal standards set out by the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
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Your data is protected: From storing tenant details to managing property transactions, we ensure your personal data is kept safe and secure at all times.
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Transparency is key: ICO registration demonstrates our commitment to being transparent about how we collect, store, and use your data.
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You have rights: As part of our data handling, you have full rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and we are obligated to comply with these rights.
How This Protects You as a Client
Here at Avery Residential, your personal information is handled with care and responsibility, no matter if you’re a tenant, landlord, or buyer. Our ICO registration ensures:
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Secure data handling: Whether it’s your rental agreement or property transaction details, all data is stored in compliance with data protection regulations.
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Trust and accountability: By being ICO registered, we show that we take data security seriously and are fully accountable for your personal information.
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Data breach protection: Should anything unexpected occur, such as a data breach, we have measures in place to inform you promptly and mitigate any risks.
What Does Our ICO Registration Cover?
Our ICO registration ensures that Avery Residential handles personal data in line with the key principles of the UK GDPR:
Why Trust Avery Residential?
As we evolve from Rhubarb Property (Birmingham) Ltd to Avery Residential (London) Ltd, our commitment to data protection remains stronger than ever. With our ICO registration underpinned by the same company number, you can trust that your data is managed responsibly and securely. We pride ourselves on our transparency, and our adherence to data protection laws ensures that we continue to provide the same level of professionalism, now as Avery Residential.
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Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency: We process data legally and transparently, making sure you know how your information is used.
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Purpose limitation: We only collect and process data necessary for property-related services.
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Data minimisation: We ensure that only the essential information is gathered and stored.
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Accuracy: Your data is regularly updated and kept accurate.
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Storage limitation: We retain data only for as long as necessary and dispose of it securely.
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Integrity and confidentiality: We maintain strict security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or breaches.
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Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
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Correction: You can ask us to update any inaccurate or outdated data.
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Erasure: If you feel we no longer need your information, you can request its deletion.
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Restriction: You can limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.
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Objection: You can object to how we use your data if it doesn’t align with your interests.
Your Data Protection Rights
If you’d like to exercise any of these rights or have concerns about your data, please contact us. We are here to ensure your privacy and to provide clear, prompt responses.