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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 1, 2026

1. Who we are

We are Blinkers Driving School, a driving school committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect and use your personal information in compliance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Information We Collect

To provide driving tuition, we need to collect specific information:

  • Identity & Contact: Name, date of birth, home address, email, and phone number.

  • Eligibility: Your provisional driving licence number (to confirm you are legally entitled to drive).

  • Booking & Progress: Lesson history, test appointment details, and progress reports.

  • Payment: Records of transactions and payments made for services.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use this data to:

  • Manage your bookings and organize lesson schedules.

  • Process payments and issue receipts.

  • Communicate with you regarding lessons, tests, or account updates.

  • Comply with our legal and tax obligations.

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We only share it when absolutely necessary:

  • Your Instructor: We share contact details and progress notes with your assigned instructor.

  • Third-Party Services: We may use secure third-party platforms for booking or payment processing (all of which are GDPR compliant).

  • Legal/Official Bodies: We may share information if required by law or requested by the DVSA.

5. Data Security & Retention

  • We use secure digital systems and password-protected devices.

  • Physical records are stored in a secure location.

  • We generally retain your financial records for 6 years to satisfy UK tax laws. Personal data is kept only for as long as necessary to provide our services.

6. Cookies

Our website uses standard cookies to ensure the site functions correctly and to help us improve your browsing experience.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you.

  • Correct any inaccurate information.

  • Request the deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

8.  Contact Us

​If you have questions about your data or wish to exercise your rights, please email us at: info@blinkersdrivingschool.co.uk. We reserve the right to update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

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