Last Updated: Sep 21, 2025
The Legal Sector Charter Council (“LSCC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals and organisations who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) and other applicable laws of South Africa.
By using our website, submitting information to us, or engaging with our services, you consent to the processing of your personal information as described in this Policy.
1. Definitions
“Personal Information” means information relating to an identifiable, living, natural person or juristic person as defined under POPIA.
“Special Personal Information” means information relating to, among others, race, gender, health, biometrics, or criminal behaviour.
“Processing” means any activity concerning Personal Information, including collection, storage, use, and sharing.
“You” or “Data Subject” means any person whose Personal Information we collect and process.
“Website” means the LSCC website accessible at [insert LSCC website URL].
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of Personal Information:
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Identity details (name, surname, title)
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Contact details (email address, telephone number, postal or physical address)
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Professional details (organisation, designation, sector representation)
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Information submitted via contact forms, applications, surveys, or stakeholder engagements
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Website usage data (IP address, browser type, time spent, cookies, and similar technologies)
We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 18 unless required by law or with guardian consent.
3. Purpose of Collection
We collect and process Personal Information for the following purposes:
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To administer and manage stakeholder engagement in line with the Legal Sector Code
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To respond to queries, submissions, and requests made via our website or other communication channels
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To distribute notices, updates, reports, and information relevant to our mandate
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To monitor and analyse website usage and improve functionality
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To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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To protect our rights, property, and security of our stakeholders
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process Personal Information on the following lawful bases:
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Consent of the Data Subject
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Compliance with a legal obligation
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Performance of a public duty in terms of the Legal Sector Code
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Legitimate interests pursued by the LSCC, provided these do not infringe your privacy rights
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse usage, and ensure site functionality. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect certain features of the website.
6. Sharing of Personal Information
We will not sell or rent your Personal Information. We may share it in the following circumstances:
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With service providers or partners who assist us in operating the website or delivering services, subject to confidentiality agreements
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When required by law, regulation, or court order
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In the context of legitimate stakeholder reporting, consultations, or engagements related to the Legal Sector Code
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With your consent, where applicable
7. Retention of Personal Information
We will retain Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer period is required by law.
8. Security of Information
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect Personal Information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. Your Rights
As a Data Subject under POPIA, you have the right to:
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Request access to the Personal Information we hold about you
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Request correction, updating, or deletion of your Personal Information
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Object to the processing of your Personal Information in certain circumstances
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Withdraw consent, where processing is based on consent
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa)
The Information Regulator may be contacted at:
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za
10. Links to Third-Party Sites
Our website may contain links to external sites. LSCC is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such third-party websites and encourages you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to this Policy
We may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on our website with the effective date indicated.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your POPIA rights, please contact us:
Legal Sector Charter Council (LSCC)
Email: info@lscc.org.za