Terms & Conditions of Website Use

Asian Lunch Seva (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides this website to share information about our charitable work. By using this site, you agree to the following:

  1. Accuracy of information
    We make every effort to ensure the information on this site is accurate and up to date, but we cannot guarantee it. We accept no liability for errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from use of the site.
  2. Use of content
    Content on this site is for general information and charitable promotion. You may share or reproduce content for non-commercial purposes with acknowledgement.
  3. Links to other websites
    Our site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
  4. Donations & fundraising
    Donations are used solely to further our charitable purposes. Until our Charity Commission registration is confirmed, we operate as a Not for Profit Organisation and cannot yet claim Gift Aid.
  5. Data protection
    Personal data provided to us will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy.
  6. Governing law
    These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

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Privacy & Data Protection

Asian Lunch Seva respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in line with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

What data we collect

  • Contact details provided when you donate, volunteer, or contact us
  • Payment details (processed securely by third-party providers; we do not store card details)
  • Information you give us when signing up for newsletters, events, or volunteering

How we use your data

  • To process donations and issue receipts
  • To communicate with volunteers and supporters
  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • To improve our services and ensure safety of those we serve

Your rights
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data. You may also object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.

Data security
We take appropriate technical and organisational steps to protect personal data.

Contact us
For privacy enquiries, please email:  dataprotection@asianlunchseva.org

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Safeguarding Commitment

Asian Lunch Seva is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all people we serve, especially those who are elderly, homeless, or otherwise vulnerable.

  • We expect all trustees, volunteers and partners to share this commitment.
  • Volunteers working directly with vulnerable adults may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where appropriate.
  • All concerns or disclosures relating to safeguarding will be taken seriously and acted upon promptly in accordance with our safeguarding policy.
  • We aim to provide a safe, respectful and supportive environment for everyone involved in our work.

If you have a safeguarding concern relating to Asian Lunch Seva, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead at safeguarding@asianlunchseva.org 

Cookie Policy

Asian Lunch Seva uses cookies on this website to improve your experience and help us understand how visitors use the site.

What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide useful analytics.

Types of cookies we use

  • Essential cookies – required for basic site functionality (e.g. navigation, secure areas).
  • Analytics cookies – help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g. pages visited, time spent).
  • Functionality cookies – remember your preferences (e.g. language or region).

Managing cookies
When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time. You can also adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

Third-party services
We may use trusted third-party services (e.g. Google Analytics) which set their own cookies. These are used only to improve the site and are not shared with others for marketing purposes.

Further information
To learn more about cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org.

If you have any concerns, please contact us at [ dataprotection@asianlunchseva.org].