Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2026
Who we are
This website is operated by Pattern Interrupt Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales (company number 17072350). Our registered address is 20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU.
David McQueen trades under Pattern Interrupt Ltd. For the purposes of this policy, "we", "us" and "our" refer to Pattern Interrupt Ltd.
If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at: office@davidmcqueen.co.uk
What data we collect and why
We collect personal data in the following ways:
| Data type | How we collect it | Why we collect it | Lawful basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name, job title, organisation, contact email, phone number | Enquiry form, booking form, event registration | To respond to enquiries and manage engagements | Legitimate interests / Contract |
| Billing address and finance contact details | Speaking booking form | To issue contracts and invoices | Contract |
| Event logistics details (dates, venue, audience size, format) | Speaking booking form | To fulfil speaking engagements | Contract |
| Website usage data (pages visited, time on site, location by country) | Google Analytics (anonymised) | To understand how the site is used and improve it | Legitimate interests (with consent via cookie banner) |
We do not collect sensitive personal data (such as health or financial account data) and we do not collect data from children under 16.
How long we keep your data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Enquiry data where no engagement results: up to 12 months.
- Booking forms and related correspondence: 6 years from the date of the engagement, in line with UK contract law and HMRC guidance.
- Website analytics: aggregated and anonymised data is retained for up to 26 months via Google Analytics default settings.
Who we share your data with
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with the following third parties where necessary to deliver our services:
- Formspree: handles form submissions securely. View their privacy policy at formspree.io.
- Google Analytics: collects anonymised website usage data. View Google's privacy policy at policies.google.com.
- Email providers: we use standard email services to correspond with you. Emails may be stored on secure servers.
We do not transfer your personal data outside of the UK or EEA without appropriate safeguards in place.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct any inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data (the "right to be forgotten"), subject to legal obligations.
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
- Receive your data in a portable format.
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at office@davidmcqueen.co.uk. We will respond within one calendar month.
Cookies
We use cookies to help the site function and to understand how it is used. You can read our full Cookie Policy for details, including how to manage your preferences.
Links to other websites
Our site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and recommend you read their individual privacy policies.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects when it was last revised. Continued use of the site after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
How to complain
If you believe we have not handled your data correctly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's data protection regulator:
- Website: ico.org.uk
- Phone: 0303 123 1113
We would, however, appreciate the chance to address your concerns before you contact the ICO. Please email us first at office@davidmcqueen.co.uk.