Statutory Disclosures

Privacy Policy & Commercial Terms

Last updated: 2026. This policy outlines how Project Management Manchester collects, uses, and safeguards information in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.

1. Corporate Entity & Data Controller

The data controller responsible for this website and related consulting communications is Project Management Manchester ltd, a limited company registered in England and Wales.

Registered Office & Base: 94 Darley Ave, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 7GG, United Kingdom.
Director: Steve Hyde
Contact: steve@projectmanagementmanchester.com | Tel: 07378 339034

2. Lawful Basis for Data Processing

We process personal data submitted via our enquiry forms, consultation booking requests, and recruiter submissions under the following lawful bases under UK GDPR:

  • Contract Performance / Pre-Contractual Steps: Processing corporate contact names, email addresses, phone numbers, and project requirements to prepare Statements of Work, evaluate contract role suitability, and schedule discovery consultations.
  • Legitimate Interests: Managing ongoing client relationships, commercial administration, and maintaining delivery records.
  • Legal Obligations: Compliance with UK statutory accounting, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) off-payroll compliance, and corporate reporting.

3. Data Retention & Third Parties

We never sell, lease, or monetize personal information. Information submitted to Project Management Manchester is accessed exclusively by authorised leadership to fulfil consulting engagements. Data is retained strictly for the duration required to complete client delivery and satisfy UK statutory retention limits.

4. Cookie & Tracking Policy

This website uses essential operational cookies necessary for core functionality and secure communication. We also employ aggregated, anonymised analytics to measure website reach and user journey performance without identifying individual visitors.

Visitors can manage cookie preferences at any time via their web browser settings or through the non-blocking cookie consent banner provided on the site.

5. Commercial Terms of Engagement (B2B)

All client engagements undertaken by Project Management Manchester are structured strictly on a business-to-business (B2B) basis through our UK limited company:

  • IR35 Status: Engagements are structured to operate strictly outside the scope of Chapter 10, Part 2 of ITEPA 2003 (Off-Payroll Working Rules / IR35). Comprehensive contractual terms, Statement of Work (SOW) deliverables, and working practices reflect genuine business-to-business supplier status.
  • Insurances: The consultancy maintains comprehensive business insurance including Professional Indemnity Insurance (£1,000,000+), Public Liability Insurance, and Employers Liability Insurance. Certificates of Insurance are provided prior to project mobilisation.
  • Security Clearance (SC): The Director is eligible for UK National Security Vetting (SC Ready) through client sponsorship.
  • Payment & Milestone Invoicing: Standard B2B invoices are rendered against agreed delivery milestones or approved time schedules on agreed 14- or 30-day settlement terms.

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, request rectification of any inaccurate information, or request erasure where data is no longer necessary for the purposes collected. To exercise these rights, please contact Steve Hyde directly at steve@projectmanagementmanchester.com.