Beam Services Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 25./09/2026
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Beam Services CLG, a not-for-profit organisation providing community-based supports and services to adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism across Carlow, Kilkenny and Wexford.
Beam Services is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Irish data protection legislation.
Contact Details:
Beam Services CLG
Barrow Haven, Regent Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow
Email: info@beamservices.ie
Phone: 059- 9723504
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we process your personal data, please contact us using the details above.
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
Name and contact details (such as address, email address and phone number)
Information submitted through website forms, enquiries or correspondence
IP address, browser type and device information
Website usage information and cookies
Information relating to employment applications and volunteer recruitment
Information provided by service users, family members, advocates or representatives
Special category personal data, including health-related information, where required to deliver safe and appropriate supports and services and where permitted by law
3. Why We Collect Your Data
We collect and use personal data for the following purposes:
To provide and manage our services and supports
To respond to enquiries and requests for information
To communicate with service users, families, staff, volunteers and stakeholders
To recruit employees and volunteers
To improve our website, services and user experience
To meet our legal, regulatory and safeguarding obligations
To protect the health, safety and welfare of those who use our services
To manage funding, reporting and governance requirements
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
Consent provided by the individual
Performance of a contract or steps taken before entering into a contract
Compliance with legal obligations
Protection of vital interests where necessary
Performance of a task carried out in the public interest
Legitimate interests pursued by Beam Services, provided these interests do not override individual rights and freedoms
Where we process special category data, including health information, we do so in accordance with applicable legal requirements and safeguards.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse website traffic and enhance user experience.
When you first visit our website, you will be given the option to accept or manage your cookie preferences. You may amend your preferences at any time through your browser settings or cookie management too.
6. Sharing Your Data
Beam Services does not sell personal data to third parties.
We may share personal information with:
Service providers who support the operation of our website, IT systems and business activities
Professional advisers, auditors or regulatory bodies where required
Funding, regulatory and inspection authorities where legally required
Health and social care professionals involved in providing support, where appropriate and lawful
Legal authorities, law enforcement agencies or government bodies where required by law
All third parties who process data on our behalf are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
The right to access your personal data
The right to have inaccurate or incomplete data corrected
The right to request erasure of your personal data in certain circumstances
The right to restrict the processing of your data
The right to object to processing
The right to data portability where applicable
The right to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
The right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission
Data Protection Commission
Website: www.dataprotection.ie
8. Data Retention
Beam Services retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected and to meet legal, regulatory, safeguarding and operational requirements.
Retention periods are determined in accordance with statutory obligations, sectoral guidance and organisational policies.
9. Data Security
Beam Services is committed to protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of personal data.
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss or destruction. These measures include secure systems, access controls, staff training and data protection procedures.
10. Confidentiality and Safeguarding
As a provider of disability services, Beam Services recognises the importance of confidentiality and dignity for all service users.
Personal information is only accessed by authorised personnel who require it to carry out their duties. Information may be shared where necessary for safeguarding purposes, to protect an individual’s vital interests, or where required by law.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Beam Services may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, organisational practices or service developments.
Any updates will be published on this page with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:
Beam Services CLG
Barrow Haven, Regent Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow
Email: info@beamservices.ie
Phone: 059- 9723504
Beam Services is committed to processing personal data fairly, lawfully, transparently and in a manner that protects the rights and dignity of all individuals who engage with our organisation.