GDPR Privacy Statement for the National Sikh Inquiry Survey
This survey is part of the National Sikh Inquiry into perpetrators targeting Sikh children and women. We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation.
Purpose of Data Collection
We are collecting data to better understand the experiences, patterns, and systemic responses of the Sikh community surrounding these crimes in the UK. The information you provide will help inform recommendations and reforms aimed at improving safeguarding and justice outcomes.
What Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
• Demographic information (e.g., age, gender, ethnicity)
• Location (e.g., city or region)
• Personal experiences, including potentially sensitive or special category data relating to criminal offences or trauma
• Contact details (optional, and only if you consent to further communication)
Lawful Basis for Processing
We rely on the following lawful bases under Article 6 and Article 9 of the UK GDPR:
• Article 6(1)(e): Processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest.
• Article 9(2)(g): Processing of special category data is necessary for reasons of substantial public interest, specifically safeguarding individuals at risk.
How Your Data Will Be Used
• To support the aims of the national inquiry
• To identify themes, patterns, and areas for policy or procedural improvement
• To share with the UK Governments national statutory inquiry into rape gangs
• To compile anonymous statistics and reports
Your data will not be used for marketing purposes or sold to third parties.
Data Storage and Security
All information will be stored securely in accordance with data protection laws. Access to your data will be restricted to authorized personnel involved in the inquiry.
Anonymity and Confidentiality
You may complete this survey anonymously. If you choose to provide identifying details, these will be kept strictly confidential and will not be included in any public report without your explicit consent.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access your data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent (if applicable)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)