Legal and policies

Updated 24 Nov 2025

Privacy Policy

J4FHS (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. What Information We Collect

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Information you choose to provide (e.g., name, email, message content).

  • Optional sensitive information you share in support enquiries.

  • Anonymous website analytics (e.g., page views, device type).

  • Technical information such as IP address and browser type.

You may contact us anonymously if you prefer.

2. How We Use Your Information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to enquiries from survivors, witnesses, former staff, and the public.

  • Provide information, support, and guidance.Improve our website, campaign activity, and user experience.

  • Maintain security and prevent misuse.

We never use your information for marketing without your consent.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Data

3. How We Store and Protect Your Data

  • All information is stored securely and accessed only by authorised members of the J4FHS team.

  • We do not sell, rent, or share data with third parties.

  • We only retain data for as long as necessary for support, legal, or safeguarding purposes.

  • Sensitive information is handled with strict confidentiality and care.

4. When We May Share Information

4. When We May Share Information

We only share information if:

  • You give clear, explicit consent; or

  • We are legally required to do so (e.g., serious, immediate risk of harm).We are independent from Harrods, the Fayed family, and law enforcement.

Contacting us does not automatically trigger a police report.

5. Your Rights

5. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the information we hold about you

  • Ask us to correct or delete your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Contact the ICO if you have concerns about data handling

We are independent from Harrods, the Fayed family, and law enforcement. Contacting us does not automatically trigger a police report.

To exercise your rights, email: legal@harrodssurvivors.org

6. Cookies

6. Cookies

Our website may use essential cookies and basic analytics cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time.

7. Contact Us

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at: legal@harrodssurvivors.org

Data & Safety

Your safety and privacy are at the centre of everything we do. This page explains how we protect your information and keep your contact with J4FHS secure.

1. Confidential and Secure Handling

1. Confidential and Secure Handling

  • All messages are handled by a small, authorised team.

  • Sensitive information is stored securely and never shared without your consent.

  • You can contact us anonymously at any time.

  • You choose what to share — we never pressure you for details.

2. How We Protect Your Data

2. How We Protect Your Data

  • Encrypted systems and secure storage

  • No access for external organisations

  • No sharing with Harrods, the Fayed family, or law enforcement

  • Strict internal access controls

  • Regular reviews of safety practices

We treat all disclosures with care, discretion, and respect.

3. How We Use Information

3. How We Use Information

We use information only to:

  • Support survivors, witnesses, and former staff

  • Understand concerns and patterns safely

  • Guide our advocacy and campaign workImprove how we communicate and respond

We do not use information for marketing or non-essential purposes.

4. When We Might Need to Break Confidentiality

4. When We Might Need to Break Confidentiality

This is extremely rare and only happens if we believe there is:

  • Immediate, serious risk of harm to someone; or

  • A legal requirement we cannot avoid.

If possible, we will always discuss this with you first.

5. Your Choice, Always

5. Your Choice, Always

  • You can withdraw or edit information at any time

  • You can remain anonymous

  • You can stop contact whenever you wish

  • You can ask us to delete information

Your safety and comfort guide our approach.

6. Contact Us

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about data safety or confidentiality, email: legal@harrodssurvivors.org

Confidentiality Statement

Your confidentiality is our priority. We handle all information with care, discretion, and respect.

1. Your Information Stays Private

1. Your Information Stays Private

Anything you share with J4FHS is kept confidential. We do not share your information with:

  • Harrods

  • The Fayed family

  • Former employers

  • Law enforcement (unless required by law)

  • Media or journalists

  • Any external organisation

We are fully independent.

2. You Choose What to Share

2. You Choose What to Share

  • You decide what to tell us and how much detail to provide.

  • You can remain anonymous.

  • You can stop the conversation at any time.

  • You can ask us to delete your information whenever you wish.

There is no pressure to share anything you’re not ready to.

3. How Your Information Is Used

3. How Your Information Is Used

We only use your information to:

  • provide support

  • understand concerns

  • identify themes and patterns

  • inform our survivor-led advocacy

  • guide next steps with your consent

Your information is never used for marketing, fundraising lists, or non-essential purposes.

4. Extremely Rare Exceptions

4. Extremely Rare Exceptions

We only break confidentiality if:

  • there is an immediate, serious risk of harm to you or someone else; or

  • we are legally required to act.

If possible, we will discuss this with you first.

5. Anonymous Sharing Is Always Welcome

5. Anonymous Sharing Is Always Welcome

You can choose:

  • not to give your name

  • to use a different email

  • to share only broad information

We will still support you.

6. Contact Us

6. Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions, email: legal@harrodssurvivors.org

Accessibility Statement

We are committed to making the J4FHS website accessible to everyone, including survivors, witnesses, former staff, and members of the public with disabilities.

1. Our Commitment

1. Our Commitment

We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and continually improve our website so it is usable, readable, and navigable for all visitors.

2. What We Have Implemented

2. What We Have Implemented

  • Clear, consistent page structure

  • High-contrast text and readable typography

  • Keyboard-friendly navigation

  • Alt text for meaningful images

  • Simple, predictable layouts

  • Minimal animations to reduce cognitive load

  • Avoidance of flashing or triggering content

3. Ongoing Improvements

3. Ongoing Improvements

We regularly review our site and welcome feedback to ensure we continue improving accessibility and usability.

4. If You Need Assistance

4. If You Need Assistance

If you experience any difficulty using this website or need information in an alternative format, please contact us at: legal@harrodssurvivors.org.

We will do our best to respond promptly and support your needs.

5. Feedback

5. Feedback

If you notice an accessibility issue, please let us know. Your feedback helps us make the website better for everyone.