1. Who We Are

Hewitson Group is the trading name of a group of companies registered in England and Wales, with its principal place of business at Teesside Grange, Eaglescliffe, TS16 0QH.

For the purposes of UK data protection law, Hewitson Group acts as the data controller in respect of personal data collected through this website and through our business operations.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Contact data — name, email address, telephone number, company name, provided via our website contact form or direct correspondence.
• Enquiry data — details of the project, requirement or enquiry you submit to us.
• Career application data — name, contact details, employment history, and any information you provide when submitting a speculative application or CV.
• Technical data — IP address, browser type, and anonymised usage data collected via website analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Responding to enquiries submitted via our contact form or by telephone.
• Processing and following up on expressions of interest in our services.
• Considering speculative career applications and retaining details for relevant future vacancies.
• Improving our website and user experience through anonymised analytics.
• Complying with legal obligations where applicable.

We do not use your data for automated decision-making, profiling, or unsolicited marketing without your consent.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

• Legitimate interests — responding to business enquiries and assessing career applications.
• Consent — where you have explicitly agreed to a specific use of your data.
• Legal obligation — where we are required to process data to comply with applicable law.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. Enquiry data is generally retained for up to 2 years. Career application data is retained for up to 12 months unless you request earlier deletion. We will delete or anonymise your data when it is no longer needed.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. We may share data with trusted service providers who assist with the operation of our business (such as IT and communications providers), under strict confidentiality agreements. We will disclose data where required by law or legal process.

7. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

• The right to access your personal data.
• The right to rectification of inaccurate data.
• The right to erasure (the right to be forgotten).
• The right to restrict processing.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and for anonymous analytics. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Essential cookies required for the website to function cannot be disabled.

9. Contact & Complaints

For any data protection queries or to exercise your rights, please contact us:

If you believe your rights have not been respected, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

1. Our Organisation

Hewitson Group is a UK-based group of construction and development businesses founded in 1991 and headquartered at Teesside Grange, Eaglescliffe, TS16 0QH. The Group employs over 300 direct employees and operates through three principal divisions: civil engineering and groundworks (Hewitson Civils), plant hire and sales (Hewitson Plant), and residential development (Hewitson Development).

All operations are conducted in the United Kingdom.

2. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains principally comprise:

• Suppliers of construction materials, aggregates and fuel.
• Plant and equipment manufacturers and dealers.
• Specialist subcontractors and labour providers operating within the UK construction sector.
• Professional services including legal, financial and technical advisory firms.

The majority of our supply chain activity takes place within the United Kingdom. Where we engage with suppliers, we expect all parties to operate in compliance with applicable employment law and to treat workers fairly and with dignity.

3. Policies

Hewitson Group has zero tolerance for slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and any form of exploitation within our business and supply chains. Our employment practices are governed by UK employment law, and all workers are engaged under lawful employment contracts with appropriate pay, hours and conditions.

New employees undergo verification of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Home Office requirements. We do not engage with labour providers who cannot demonstrate lawful working practices.

4. Due Diligence

We take steps to identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains, including:

• Verifying the right to work for all direct employees.
• Engaging only with reputable, established suppliers and subcontractors.
• Reviewing supplier practices and, where appropriate, requiring confirmation of compliance with applicable employment legislation.
• Maintaining open reporting channels so that employees and contractors can raise concerns without fear of retaliation.

5. Risk Assessment

We consider the risk of modern slavery within our direct operations to be low, given that all employees are engaged under UK employment contracts, paid at or above the National Living Wage, and work within a highly regulated construction environment subject to regular audits and inspections.

We recognise that risk may be higher within certain parts of our extended supply chain, particularly where labour is sourced through third-party providers. We continue to review and strengthen our supplier engagement processes accordingly.

6. Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks within our business. Relevant team members are made aware of the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and how to identify and report concerns.

7. Reporting Concerns

Any person who has concerns about modern slavery or exploitation within Hewitson Group's operations or supply chains is encouraged to raise these concerns with a director or senior manager. Concerns can also be reported confidentially to the Modern Slavery Helpline: 0800 0121 700.

8. Board Approval

This statement has been reviewed and approved by the Board of Hewitson Group. It is signed on behalf of the Group by:

1. About This Website

This website is operated by Hewitson Group, a group of companies registered in England and Wales, with its principal place of business at Teesside Grange, Eaglescliffe, TS16 0QH. By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

2. Use of This Website

This website is provided for general information purposes about Hewitson Group and its divisions. You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You must not:

• Use this website in any way that breaches applicable local, national or international law or regulation.
• Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material.
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of this website or its servers.
• Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits the use or enjoyment of this website by others.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, images, graphics, logos, and design — is owned by or licensed to Hewitson Group and is protected by UK and international copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, copy, distribute, or otherwise use any content from this website without our prior written consent.

4. Accuracy of Information

Whilst we take reasonable care to ensure that the information on this website is accurate and up to date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy, reliability or suitability of any information on this website. You should not rely on any information on this website as the basis for any professional, commercial or business decision.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hewitson Group excludes all liability for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with your use of this website. This includes, without limitation, any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental loss arising from the use of or inability to use this website or from reliance on its content.

We do not guarantee that this website will be uninterrupted, error-free or free from viruses. We accept no responsibility for any loss arising from your use of or inability to access this website.

6. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. These links do not constitute an endorsement of those websites or their content. We have no control over the content of linked websites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

7. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these terms and conditions at any time. Continued use of this website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

8. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

9. Contact