Terms and conditions

local community group

About this website

This website is run by a voluntary community group based in Oxfordshire. Its purpose is to share general information about community buying groups and related ideas that may be of interest to local residents.

The site is informational only. It does not provide services, arrange purchases, run buying groups, or act on behalf of any organisation or authority.

Use of the website

By using this website, you agree to use it for lawful purposes only. You must not use the site in a way that causes harm, disrupts access for others, or attempts to interfere with how the site operates.

The content is intended for personal, non-commercial use. It should not be reused, republished, or presented as your own without permission.

Nature of the information provided

All content on this website is provided as general information. It reflects the group’s understanding and experience of community buying groups but does not claim to be complete, authoritative, or tailored to individual circumstances.

Community buying arrangements vary widely depending on location, people involved, and local suppliers. Readers are expected to make their own enquiries and decisions before taking any action.

No responsibility for external actions

The group does not accept responsibility for decisions made by readers based on information found on this website. Any involvement in a community buying group, or decision to start one, is undertaken at the reader’s own discretion.

The group does not oversee, manage, or endorse any buying group mentioned or implied in the content.

External links

This website may include links to external websites for additional background or reference. These links are provided for convenience only.

The group has no control over the content or availability of external sites and does not accept responsibility for their accuracy, policies, or practices.

Availability of the website

The site is provided on an informal basis. While reasonable care is taken to keep it accessible and accurate, there is no guarantee that it will always be available or free from errors.

Content may be updated, amended, or removed at any time without notice.

Intellectual property

Unless stated otherwise, the written content on this website is owned by the group. It may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed for commercial purposes without permission.

Short extracts may be quoted for personal or educational use, provided the source is clearly acknowledged.

Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, the group accepts no liability for loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so.

Privacy and data handling

Any personal information shared with the group is handled in line with the site’s privacy policy. The group aims to keep data collection minimal and proportionate to its voluntary role.

Changes to these terms

These terms and conditions may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in how the website operates or how information is provided.

Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the current version of these terms.

Governing law

These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with the website are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

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