Terms and Conditions
Updated 25/3/2024
About Our Terms:
This website is operated by The Breastfeeding Companion (TBC) and is a Charitable Incorporated Organization (CIO) registered in the UK with charity number 1195472.
These terms and conditions (the ‘Terms’) govern your use of this website (thebreastfeedingcompanion.com, the ‘Site’), provided to you free of charge.
Please read these Terms carefully before using the Site. By accessing or using the Site, or indicating your consent in any manner, you agree to be bound by these Terms and the referenced documents.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please refrain from using the Site immediately. For any inquiries about the Site, contact us at info@thebreastfeedingcompanion.com.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice.
Using the Site:
The Site is for personal and non-commercial use only. You are responsible for all costs and expenses incurred in relation to your use of the Site.
Access to the Site is intended for individuals within the UK. If accessing from outside sitethe UK, you must comply with local laws.
We may suspend or restrict your access to the Site if you violate these Terms or applicable laws.
Ownership and Intellectual Property Rights:
All intellectual property rights associated with the Site, including text, images, videos, audio, or other content (‘Content’), are owned by TBFC, our licensors, or both.
We and our licensors reserve all rights in the intellectual property associated with the Site.
Restrictions:
- Commercial use or publication of the Content without prior authorization is strictly prohibited.
- You may print or download extracts of Content for personal use only, but you must not modify or use the Content separately from accompanying text.
- No licence is granted for any other use of the Content.
These Terms govern your use of the Site, ensuring compliance with intellectual property rights and governing permitted use of Content.
Rules about Linking to Our Site:
You are permitted to link to our Site, provided that the link is fair, legal, and does not harm our reputation or exploit it in any way.
Do not establish a link that suggests an association, approval, or endorsement from us where none exists.
You are prohibited from linking to our Site on any website not owned by you.
Our Site must not be framed within another site.
We reserve the right to revoke linking permission without prior notice.
Site Services:
We reserve the right to change event registration fees and the prices of goods or services listed on our Site without notice. All registrations and orders are subject to availability, and we reserve the right to refuse any registration or supply of goods or services.
Accuracy of Information and Site Availability:
While we strive to ensure the availability, accuracy, and up-to-date nature of our Site, we do not guarantee uninterrupted provision, error-free operation, or the absence of viruses or bugs.
The Site is provided “as is,” and we do not warrant its fitness for any particular purpose. Information on the Site is for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for technical, financial, or legal advice.
We may suspend or terminate Site operation at our discretion.
We advise taking appropriate precautions against viruses before downloading any Content.
Hyperlinks and References to Other Websites:
The Site may include links or references to websites operated by other organisations for your convenience. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their content. Our inclusion of links does not imply endorsement of the material or association with their operators. You are responsible for assessing the accuracy and completeness of information on third-party websites and the integrity of goods and services offered.
Your use of third-party websites may be subject to their terms and conditions.
Security of the Site:
While the Site employs encryption security software for online payment areas, we cannot guarantee the security of information and payments transmitted over the internet.
Limitation of Liability:
Except for legal responsibilities that cannot be excluded by law (such as death or personal injury), we are not liable for:
- a) unforeseeable losses not caused by our breach;
- b) business losses; or
- c) losses to non-consumers.
We are not liable for losses or damage caused by viruses transmitted via the Site, Content, or transmission of information over the internet.
Events Beyond Our Control:
We are not liable for breaches of these Terms or any loss or damage resulting from events beyond our reasonable control, including strikes, system breakdowns, or natural disasters.
Rights of Third Parties:
Only parties to these Terms have the right to enforce them; no third parties have such rights.
Variation:
Changes to these Terms are only valid if agreed upon in writing by us. We reserve the right to modify these Terms periodically. Updated terms will be posted on the Site, and by continuing to use the Site, you agree to be bound by any variations. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any changes.
Disputes:
We aim to resolve disputes with you promptly and efficiently. If you have any concerns, please contact us as soon as possible.
If a dispute cannot be resolved through our internal complaint handling procedure, we will inform you accordingly and provide information about our alternative dispute resolution provider.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction:
These Terms, their subject matter, and formation are governed by English law. Both parties agree that the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction. However, if you are a resident of Northern Ireland, you may also bring proceedings in Northern Ireland, and if you are a resident of Scotland, you may also bring proceedings in Scotland.
Queries:
For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at info@thebreastfeedingcompanion.com.
Changes to this Page:
This page is regularly reviewed and updated by TBC. The last update occurred on 21st March 2024.