Terms of Use

 

1. Introduction

Welcome to Reach Medway (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a blog operated by Reach Medway, located at Medway, UK. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, reach-medway.org.uk (the “Site”), including all content, features, and services. By using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Last updated: 21 April 2025

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing the Site, you confirm you are at least 16 years old (or have parental consent if under 16) and agree to comply with these Terms. We may update these Terms at any time, and changes will be effective upon posting. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, images, graphics, and logos, is owned by Reach Medway or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use as permitted by law (e.g., fair dealing under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988).

4. User Conduct

You agree to use the Site lawfully and in accordance with these Terms. Prohibited actions include:

  • Posting or transmitting defamatory, obscene, or illegal content.
  • Attempting to hack, disrupt, or overload the Site.
  • Using automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data without permission.
  • Engaging in activities that infringe on the rights of others.

We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access for users who violate these Terms.

5. User-Generated Content (e.g., Comments)

We do not currently enable users to login and post comments. Only Admins can do that. However, if you submit comments, feedback, or other content to the Site, you grant Reach Medway a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the Site. You are responsible for ensuring your content is lawful, non-infringing, and appropriate. We may moderate or remove user content at our discretion.
 

6. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Disclosures

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services not controlled by Reach Medway. We are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk. Some links may be affiliate links, and we may earn a commission for qualifying purchases at no cost to you, as disclosed in accordance with UK advertising standards.
 

7. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. For details on how we collect, use, and protect your data, please see our Privacy Policy (reach-medway.org.uk/privacy-policy). By using the Site, you consent to such processing, subject to your rights under UK data protection law.
 

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose. Reach Medway does not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted. Your use of the Site is at your own risk, subject to your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
 

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Reach Medway, its affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content. This includes damages for loss of data or profits. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.
 

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Reach Medway, its affiliates, and contributors harmless from any claims, losses, or damages, including legal fees, arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.
 

11. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or harms the Site, other users, or us. Sections of these Terms that should survive termination (e.g., Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability) will continue to apply.
 

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales, unless you are a consumer resident in Scotland or Northern Ireland, in which case you may bring proceedings in your local courts.
 

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Reach Medway
Sunlight Centre, 105 Richmond Road, Gillingham, Kent ME7 1LX, UK
Email: [email protected]
Text: +44 7123 456789
 

14. Miscellaneous

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Reach Medway regarding the Site. Failure to enforce any right does not constitute a waiver of that right.