UKSFA UK terms & conditions
1. About us
1.1 The website www.uksustainableflooringalliance.com (the “Website”) is operated by the UK Sustainable Flooring Alliance (“UKSFA”, “we”, “us”, “our”), a membership organisation dedicated to promoting sustainability in the flooring industry.
1.2 Contact details:
Email: info@uk-sfa.com
Address: Charter Buildings, 9 Ashton Lane, Sale, Cheshire, M33 6WT
Telephone: 0161 440 8325
1.3 Our Data Protection Officer is Cathie Clarke, CEO (contact via info@uk-sfa.com ).
Privacy & cookies: How we handle your personal data and cookies is explained in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy available on the Website. Those policies form part of these Terms by reference.
2. What these Terms cover
2.1 These Terms govern your access to and use of the Website, including any content, resources, tools, membership information, event pages, and any introductions we may facilitate between you and third parties (collectively, the “Services”).
2.2 If you apply for membership, book an event, or purchase any paid Services, additional terms (for example, Membership Terms, Event Terms, or Booking/Payment Terms) may apply and will be presented to you at the point of purchase/registration. In the event of conflict, the specific terms prevail for that transaction.
3. Eligibility and acceptable use
3.1 You must use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
3.2 You agree not to:
misuse the Website (e.g., introduce viruses, attempt unauthorised access, or interfere with security)
copy, frame, scrape, or harvest Website content except as permitted under section 7 (Intellectual Property) or by prior written permission
post, upload, or transmit any material that is defamatory, discriminatory, threatening, infringing, or otherwise unlawful
use automated systems to access the Website in a way that burdens our infrastructure
4. Accounts and security (if applicable)
4.1 Certain features (e.g., member portal) may require account registration. You agree to provide accurate details and keep them up to date.
4.2 You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use.
5. Third party introductions and networks
5.1 From time to time, we may introduce interested parties to one another (for example, to participants in a reuse network or to service providers) only with the prior consent of all parties and where there is a lawful basis under data protection law.
5.2 We are not a party to, nor responsible for, any resulting arrangements or contracts between you and any third party. You are responsible for performing your own due diligence and entering into your own terms with such parties.
6. Information on the Website
6.1 Content on the Website is provided for general information and industry education and guidance. It is not legal, environmental, financial, technical, or professional advice. You should obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of Website content.
6.2 We may update or change the content at any time. While we try to ensure that information is accurate and helpful, we do not promise that the content is complete, up to date, or suitable for your purposes.
7. Intellectual property
7.1 Unless stated otherwise, all content on the Website—including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, downloads, and software—is owned by or licensed to UKSFA and is protected by copyright, database rights, and other intellectual property rights.
7.2 You may:
view pages on a device and print or download extracts for your personal, noncommercial use; and
share links to public pages of the Website.
7.3 You must not:
modify paper or digital copies you have printed or downloaded; or
use any content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.
8. User submissions
8.1 If you post, upload, or otherwise provide content to us or the Website (e.g., comments, case studies, images, or data) you:
warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to provide that content; and
grant us a nonexclusive, worldwide, royaltyfree licence to use, reproduce, display, and distribute that content in connection with the Website and our noncommercial educational aims.
8.2 We may remove any content that we reasonably believe breaches these Terms or applicable law.
9. Data protection and cookies
9.1 We will handle personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 as described in our Privacy Policy (including how we collect, use, share, retain, and secure personal data, and your rights).
9.2 Our Cookie Policy explains the cookies we use (including strictly necessary, analytics, functional, and—where applicable—marketing cookies) and how you can manage your preferences through the cookie banner or your browser settings.
9.3 Where Services require processing of personal data by third party providers (e.g., CRM, finance systems, analytics), we use appropriate safeguards and agreements as described in our Privacy Policy.
10. Events, bookings, and paid Services (if offered)
10.1 If you register for events, training, or purchase paid Services, we will present specific terms covering fees, payment, cancellations, and refunds at checkout or in the booking confirmation.
10.2 For consumer purchases made online, you may have statutory rights under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013; applicable details will be provided with the specific offer and do not limit your legal rights.
11. Third party links and resources
11.1 The Website may contain links to third party websites, tools, or resources. These are provided for your information and convenience only.
11.2 We have no control over (and assume no responsibility for) the content, policies, or practices of third party sites. You access them at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.
12. Accessibility
12.1 We aim to make the Website accessible to as many users as possible and to improve accessibility over time. If you experience accessibility barriers, please contact us at info@uk-sfa.com.
13. Disclaimers
13.1 The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not warrant that it will be uninterrupted, error free, secure, or free from viruses.
13.2 Except as expressly stated in these Terms, we disclaim all warranties, representations, or guarantees (express or implied) to the maximum extent permitted by law, including fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement.
14. Limitation of liability
14.1 Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
14.2 Subject to 14.1, we will not be liable for:
loss of profits, sales, business, or revenue;
business interruption;
loss of anticipated savings;
loss of business opportunity, goodwill, or reputation;
indirect or consequential loss or damage.
14.3 Subject to 14.1 and 14.2, our total aggregate liability to you for all losses arising under or in connection with these Terms or the Website, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, shall be limited to £100 (one hundred pounds) or, where you have purchased Services from us, the total amount paid by you for those Services in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the liability (whichever is greater).
15. Suspension and termination
15.1 We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website immediately if we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms or applicable law, or where necessary to protect the Website, users, or third parties.
16. Changes to these Terms
16.1 We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or business developments. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
16.2 Please review these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Website after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
17. Governing law and jurisdiction
17.1 These Terms and any dispute or claim (including non contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with them are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
17.2 The courts of England and Wales will have exclusive jurisdiction.
18. Contact us
If you have questions about these Terms or the Website, please contact:
UK Sustainable Flooring Alliance
Email: info@uk-sfa.com Telephone: 0161 440 8325
Address: Charter Buildings, 9 Ashton Lane, Sale, Cheshire, M33 6WT