🇬🇧 British Democratic Alliance — Terms & Conditions
Last updated: 30 November 2025
These Terms & Conditions explain how membership, shop purchases, payments, and data use operate within the British Democratic Alliance. We write everything in clear, plain British English to make sure all members and supporters understand their rights and our obligations.
1. Who We Are
The British Democratic Alliance (“BDA”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is a political organisation registered in the United Kingdom.
Our website, membership system, and shop are operated to support the organisation’s activities, development, and administration.
2. Membership
2.1 Membership Types
We offer a range of membership tiers, both monthly and annual.
Each tier is described on the Membership page and may be updated from time to time.
2.2 Subscription Payments
Monthly memberships renew automatically each month until cancelled.
Annual memberships renew automatically each year unless cancelled prior to renewal.
All payments are processed securely by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
We do not store your payment card details; these are held by the payment processor.
2.3 Cancellations
Members may cancel at any time by:
Logging into their account on our website, or
Contacting us using the details on our Contact page.
Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period.
We do not provide part-month refunds for monthly memberships.
2.4 Refunds
Refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with UK consumer law.
Annual Memberships:
If a member is unhappy with their membership and we are unable to resolve their concerns within 56 days of the start of their membership, they may be entitled, at our sole discretion, to a full or partial refund of the membership fee.
We may decline refunds where:
Membership benefits have already been used, or
A member has breached our Terms & Conditions.
3. Shop Purchases
3.1 Orders
By placing an order through our website, you confirm that:
You are over 18, or have permission from a parent or guardian.
All information provided is accurate and complete.
3.2 Payment
Payments are processed securely through third-party providers.
An order is confirmed only once payment has been successfully completed.
3.3 Returns and Refunds
Most digital items (including memberships and downloads) are non-returnable unless required by law.
For physical merchandise (if applicable):
You have 14 days from delivery to request a return.
Items must be unused, undamaged, and in original packaging.
Return shipping costs may apply.
4. Use of the Website
You agree not to:
Attempt unauthorised access to accounts, systems, or data.
Upload or transmit harmful, illegal, or malicious content.
Harass, threaten, or defame anyone associated with the BDA.
We reserve the right to suspend or remove accounts involved in coordinated disruption, malicious interference, or activity intended to damage the organisation or its members.
Members who engage in serious criminal activity, or whose conduct risks bringing the organisation into disrepute or causing harm to other members or the public, may have their membership and any associated access rights immediately suspended or terminated.
5. Privacy and Data Protection
5.1 GDPR Compliance
We comply with UK GDPR and Data Protection laws.
We collect only the personal data necessary for:
Membership administration
Communication and updates
Legal and financial obligations
Security and fraud prevention
5.2 Data Security
Your data is stored securely.
We will never sell your data, and we will never share it with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. We only share data where it is necessary for processing your membership, operating our services, or where required by law
We may share data with:
Payment processors
Essential service providers (hosting, email, security)
Authorities where legally required
5.3 Your Rights
You have the right to request:
A copy of your data
Correction of inaccurate information
Deletion of your data (unless we are legally required to keep it)
Requests can be made via the Contact page.
6. Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by UK law:
We are not liable for losses caused by website downtime, technical failures, or third-party service interruptions.
Membership does not guarantee any specific political result, policy implementation, or organisational decision.
Opinions expressed by members do not necessarily represent the official views of the BDA.
7. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions periodically.
The updated version will be published on this page and will take immediate effect unless stated otherwise.
8. Contact
For questions, cancellations, or data requests, please use the contact details provided on the website’s Contact page.