Policies

This page outlines the key policies governing our work.

Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast (iRec Multimedia LTD) is fully committed to upholding the principles of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. We strive to ensure that slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business operations or supply chains.

Our approach includes the following measures:

Supplier Compliance: We work exclusively with suppliers who confirm adherence to the Modern Slavery Act. This applies to all providers of goods and services, with a focus on monitoring sub-contracted labour.

Ongoing Vigilance: We regularly review and update our policies to remain aligned with current legislation and best practices concerning modern slavery.

Training and Awareness: We prioritise staff training to recognise and respond appropriately to any signs of modern slavery, ensuring our team is equipped to act responsibly if concerns arise regarding suppliers or clients.

This statement is made in accordance with section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and outlines our commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking for the financial year ending March 2025.

Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast remains dedicated to ethical practices and transparency, working towards a supply chain free from exploitation.

Download the Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast (iRec Multimedia LTD) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion while actively eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Our objective is for Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast to be truly representative of all segments of society, including our clients and partners. We are equally committed to opposing unlawful discrimination in the provision of our services to customers and the public.

Purpose of This Policy

The purpose of this policy is to:

  • Ensure equality, fairness, and respect for all employees, whether they are temporary, part-time, or full-time.

  • Prevent unlawful discrimination based on the protected characteristics outlined in the Equality Act 2010, which include:

  1. Age
  2. Disability
  3. Gender reassignment
  4. Marriage and civil partnership
  5. Pregnancy and maternity
  6. Race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin)
  7. Religion or belief
  8. Sex
  9. Sexual orientation
  • Actively oppose and prevent all forms of unlawful discrimination in:

  1. Pay and benefits
  2. Terms and conditions of employment
  3. Grievance and disciplinary procedures
  4. Dismissal and redundancy
  5. Parental leave
  6. Flexible working requests
  7. Recruitment, promotion, training, and other development opportunities

Our Commitments

Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast (iRec Multimedia LTD) is committed to:

Promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: Encouraging these principles in the workplace as they represent good practice and are essential to business success.

Creating a Respectful Environment: Fostering a work culture free from bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful discrimination. We aim to promote dignity and respect for all, appreciating individual differences and recognising the contributions of all team members. We acknowledge that we can be held accountable for incidents of bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful discrimination during employment, involving customers, suppliers, or the public.

Addressing Complaints Seriously: Any complaints regarding bullying, harassment, victimisation, or unlawful discrimination will be taken seriously and handled according to our grievance or disciplinary procedures. Serious complaints may result in dismissal without notice in cases of gross misconduct. Sexual harassment can lead to both employment and criminal proceedings, including cases of sexual assault. Additionally, harassment under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 is a criminal offence, even if it is unrelated to a protected characteristic.

Offering Equal Opportunities for Growth: Ensuring all employees have access to training, development, and progression. We encourage every employee to reach their full potential, optimising their talents for the benefit of the organisation.

Merit-Based Decisions: All employment-related decisions are made based on merit, with limited exceptions as permitted under the Equality Act 2010.

Regular Policy Review: Continuously reviewing our employment practices and procedures to ensure fairness, updating them to reflect legal changes and maintaining alignment with this policy.

Monitoring and Assessment: Monitoring our workforce's composition in terms of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, and disability. This helps us promote equality, diversity, and inclusion while assessing the effectiveness of this policy and any related actions. We will review this policy annually and take corrective measures where needed.

Agreement to Follow This Policy

This policy is fully endorsed by Eric Johnson and reflects our ongoing commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

All employees are expected to adhere to this policy and contribute to creating an inclusive workplace. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.

We encourage all employees to engage with this policy actively and to report any concerns or violations to management, ensuring that our workplace remains respectful and inclusive for everyone.

Introduction

iRec Multimedia LTD, trading as Eric Johnson Film, Photo & Podcast, is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with us, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Who We Are

iRec Multimedia LTD
6 Ebberns Road
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP3 9QR
United Kingdom
Company Number: 09565946

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following data about you:

  • Identity Data: Includes first name, last name, title, date of birth, and gender.

  • Contact Data: Includes billing address, delivery address, email address, and telephone numbers.

  • Financial Data: Includes bank account and payment card details.

  • Transaction Data: Includes details about payments to and from you and other details of services you have purchased from us.

  • Technical Data: Includes internet protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, time zone setting and location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform, and other technology on the devices you use to access our website.

  • Profile Data: Includes your username and password, purchases or orders made by you, your interests, preferences, feedback, and survey responses.

  • Usage Data: Includes information about how you use our website, products, and services.

  • Marketing and Communications Data: Includes your preferences in receiving marketing from us and your communication preferences.

How We Collect Your Data

We use different methods to collect data from and about you, including:

  • Direct Interactions: You may provide Identity, Contact, and Financial Data by filling in forms or corresponding with us by post, phone, email, or otherwise.

  • Automated Technologies: As you interact with our website, we may automatically collect Technical Data about your equipment, browsing actions, and patterns.

  • Third Parties or Publicly Available Sources: We may receive personal data about you from various third parties and public sources.

How We Use Your Data

We will only use your personal data when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we will use your personal data in the following circumstances:

  • Performance of Contract: Where we need to perform the contract we are about to enter into or have entered into with you.

  • Legitimate Interest: Where it is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.

  • Legal Obligation: Where we need to comply with a legal obligation.

Data Security

We have put in place appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, or accessed in an unauthorised way, altered, or disclosed. In addition, we limit access to your personal data to those employees, agents, contractors, and other third parties who have a business need to know.

Data Retention

We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Your Legal Rights

Under certain circumstances, you have rights under data protection laws in relation to your personal data, including the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data.

  • Request correction of your personal data.

  • Request erasure of your personal data.

  • Object to processing of your personal data.

  • Request restriction of processing your personal data.

  • Request transfer of your personal data.

  • Withdraw consent.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us at:

iRec Multimedia LTD
6 Ebberns Road
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP3 9QR
Email: me@eric-johnson.co.uk
Phone: 07740 297819

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes we make will be posted on this page, and, where appropriate, notified to you by email. Please check back frequently to see any updates or changes to our Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on January 2025.