Privacy Policy & Website Terms — M&A Living
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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 24 April 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how M&A Living ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal information when you visit maliving.uk (the "Website") or otherwise interact with us in connection with our care home services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

1. Who we are

The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

M&A Living
2A Swinley Road, Wigan, WN1 2DN
ICO registration number: ZA422022

For any privacy-related queries, please call us on 01942 510560 or write to us at the address above.

2. Personal data we collect

We collect personal data when you interact with our Website or contact us. This includes:

How you interact with us Data we collect
Submitting an enquiry form ("Enquire Now") Name, email address, phone number, and any details you choose to share about the care needs of you or a family member
Requesting a brochure Name and email address
Subscribing to our newsletter Email address (and name, if provided)
Calling or emailing us Your contact details and the content of your communication
Browsing the Website Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referral source (collected via cookies — see Section 8)

Special category data: When enquiring about care for yourself or a relative, you may share information relating to health, disability, or care needs. This is "special category" data under UK GDPR. We only process this data with your explicit consent and use it solely to respond to your enquiry and assess whether we can meet the care requirements described.

3. How we use your data and our lawful basis

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

Purpose Lawful basis under UK GDPR
Responding to enquiries about our care homes and services Legitimate interests (responding to a request); consent for any health-related details
Sending you our brochure Consent
Sending newsletters and marketing communications Consent (you may withdraw at any time)
Operating, improving, and securing the Website Legitimate interests
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations (e.g. CQC requirements, safeguarding, tax) Legal obligation
Defending or pursuing legal claims Legitimate interests

4. Who we share your data with

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:

  • Trusted service providers who help us operate our business and Website — including website hosting, email and CRM platforms, analytics providers, and IT support. These providers act as our processors and are bound by contract to protect your data.
  • Regulators and public authorities such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC), local authority safeguarding teams, NHS bodies, or HMRC, where we are legally required or permitted to do so.
  • Professional advisers such as solicitors, accountants, and insurers, where necessary.
  • A successor entity in the event of a sale, merger, or restructuring of our business.

5. International transfers

Your data is primarily stored and processed within the UK. Where any of our service providers are located outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place — such as the UK International Data Transfer Agreement, the UK Addendum to the EU Standard Contractual Clauses, or transfers to countries deemed adequate by the UK government.

6. How long we keep your data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected:

  • Enquiries that don't progress to a placement: up to 24 months from your last contact with us
  • Brochure requests and newsletter subscribers: until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete your data
  • Records relating to actual care provision: retained in line with NHS, CQC, and statutory requirements (typically a minimum of 8 years after a resident's care ends)
  • Website analytics data: as set out in Section 8

7. Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Be informed about how we use your data
  • Access a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten") in certain circumstances
  • Restrict or object to our processing of your data
  • Request transfer of your data (data portability) where applicable
  • Withdraw consent at any time, where consent is our lawful basis
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113

To exercise any of these rights, please call us on 01942 510560 or write to us at the address in Section 1. We will respond within one month.

8. Cookies and analytics

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to function correctly, understand how visitors use the site, and improve the experience.

Types of cookies we use

  • Strictly necessary cookies — required for the Website to function (e.g. form submissions, security). These do not require your consent.
  • Analytics cookies — used to measure how visitors interact with the Website (e.g. Google Analytics). Set only with your consent.
  • Marketing cookies — used by third parties (e.g. Meta/Facebook) to measure advertising effectiveness, where applicable. Set only with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences via the cookie banner displayed when you first visit, or through your browser settings. Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before withdrawal.

9. Data security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure hosting, access controls, encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), and staff training. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's data

Our Website is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

11. Third-party links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

12. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent version. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

13. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

M&A Living
2A Swinley Road, Wigan, WN1 2DN
Phone: 01942 510560


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Website Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 24 April 2026

1. About these terms

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website maliving.uk (the "Website"), operated by M&A Living ("we", "us", or "our") of 2A Swinley Road, Wigan, WN1 2DN.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

2. Use of the Website

You may use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes related to learning about our care homes and services. You agree not to:

  • Use the Website in any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful way
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, its servers, or any connected systems
  • Introduce viruses, malware, or any harmful code
  • Scrape, harvest, or systematically extract content from the Website without our written permission
  • Use the Website to send unsolicited marketing or spam
  • Misrepresent your identity or impersonate any other person

3. Information on the Website

The content on the Website is provided for general information purposes only. While we take reasonable care to ensure information is accurate and up to date, we make no representations or warranties — express or implied — about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information for any purpose.

Details of our care homes, services, room availability, fees, and inspection ratings may change. For the most current information, please contact us directly. Any decision regarding care arrangements should be made only after a personal visit, written assessment, and signed agreement with us.

4. Not professional advice

Information on the Website is not medical, clinical, legal, or financial advice and should not be relied upon as such. Always seek advice from a qualified professional regarding the specific care, medical, or financial needs of yourself or a family member.

5. Intellectual property

All content on the Website — including text, images, logos, photographs, graphics, video, and design — is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright, trade mark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, or commercially exploit any content without our prior written permission.

The "M&A Living" name and logo are trade marks of M&A Living. Unauthorised use is prohibited.

6. Submissions and enquiries

When you submit an enquiry, brochure request, or other communication via the Website, you confirm that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the right to share any details about third parties (for example, a relative on whose behalf you are enquiring).

We will handle your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

7. Links to third-party websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites — including the Care Quality Commission (CQC), partner organisations, and social media platforms. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of those websites.

8. Availability of the Website

We take reasonable steps to keep the Website available and functioning correctly, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free access. The Website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or factors outside our control. We may suspend, withdraw, or modify all or any part of the Website at any time without notice.

9. Limitation of liability

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:

  • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under English law

Subject to the above, we will not be liable to you for any loss or damage — whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise — arising under or in connection with your use of the Website, including any:

  • Loss of profits, sales, business, or revenue
  • Business interruption
  • Loss of anticipated savings, opportunity, goodwill, or reputation
  • Indirect or consequential loss or damage
  • Loss arising from reliance on information on the Website

The Website is provided for personal use only, and we accept no liability for any business losses.

10. Viruses and security

We do not guarantee that the Website is free from bugs, viruses, or other harmful components. You are responsible for configuring your devices and software to access the Website safely, including using your own virus protection.

11. Changes to these Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. The "Last updated" date will reflect the most recent version. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms, their subject matter, and their formation are governed by the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website.

13. Contact us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

M&A Living
2A Swinley Road, Wigan, WN1 2DN
Phone: 01942 510560