The Confederation of Community Groups

Last Updated: August 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of The Confederation of Community Groups (“CCG”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

By accessing, browsing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions together with our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

The Confederation of Community Groups is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee.

Registered Office:
Ballybot House
28 Cornmarket
Newry
Co. Down
BT35 8BG

Charity Registration Number: 101359
Company Registration Number: NI022294

The term“you” refers to the user, visitor or viewer of this website. [charitycom…nni.org.uk], [find-and-u…ice.gov.uk]

2. Use of the Website

The content contained on this website is provided for general information purposes only. While we make reasonable efforts to ensure information is accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability of any information, services or resources contained on this website.

We reserve the right to amend, update or remove website content at any time without notice.

3. Cookies and Personal Information

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse website traffic and monitor browsing preferences.

Where you interact with our website, submit enquiries, register for events or access services, we may collect personal information including:

  • Name and title;
  • Date of birth;
  • Postal address;
  • Email address;
  • Telephone number;
  • Social media contact information;
  • Employment and professional information;
  • Interests and activities;
  • Communication preferences;
  • Technical information such as IP address, browser type and website usage data;
  • Payment information where applicable; and
  • Any other information voluntarily provided by you.

In certain circumstances, we may collect special category personal data where required for the delivery of services, activities or support programmes. Such information will only be collected and processed in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and our Privacy Policy.

For further information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

4. Limitation of Liability

Neither CCG nor any third party associated with this website provides any warranty or guarantee regarding the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials contained on this website.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience arising from:

  • Use of this website;
  • Reliance on information contained within this website;
  • Temporary unavailability of the website;
  • Technical issues, viruses or other harmful components beyond our reasonable control; or
  • Any inaccuracies or errors in website content.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes liability where such exclusion would be unlawful.

5. User Responsibility

Your use of any information, materials or services available through this website is entirely at your own risk.

It is your responsibility to determine whether any information, services, activities or resources available through this website meet your specific requirements.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

This website contains material owned by or licensed to The Confederation of Community Groups.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Website content;
  • Logos and branding;
  • Graphics and images;
  • Documents and publications;
  • Website design and layout; and
  • Audio and visual materials.

All intellectual property rights are reserved.

You may view, download and print material from this website for personal, non-commercial use only. Any reproduction, distribution, modification or commercial use of website content without prior written permission is prohibited.

7. Trademarks

Any trademarks, logos or service marks displayed on this website which are not the property of CCG remain the property of their respective owners. Their appearance on this website does not imply any endorsement, affiliation or partnership unless expressly stated.

8. Unauthorised Use

Unauthorised use of this website may give rise to a claim for damages and/or constitute a criminal offence.

You must not:

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any area of the website;
  • Introduce malicious software, viruses or harmful code;
  • Disrupt or interfere with website functionality;
  • Misuse website forms, contact details or services; or
  • Use the website for unlawful purposes.

9. Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to external websites for your convenience and information.

These links do not signify endorsement of any third-party website, product or service. We have no control over the content, availability or security of external websites and accept no responsibility for them.

Accessing external websites is entirely at your own risk.

10. Events, Training, Courses and Activities

Where CCG offers events, workshops, training courses, programmes or activities through this website, the following additional terms shall apply.

Booking and Payment

Where a fee is applicable, payment must be made in full at the time of booking using the payment methods provided.

Bookings will only be confirmed once payment has been successfully received.

Refunds and Cancellations

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Bookings are non-transferable.
  • Payments are non-refundable once a booking has been confirmed.
  • Places cannot be exchanged for alternative events, courses or activities.
  • Refunds will only be issued where an event, course, workshop or activity is cancelled by CCG

Nothing in this section affects your statutory rights.

Changes to Events

CCG reserves the right to:

  • Alter event content, speakers, facilitators or venues;
  • Change delivery methods, including moving events online where necessary; or
  • Reschedule events due to circumstances beyond our control.

Where significant changes arise, reasonable efforts will be made to notify participants.

11. Online Participation

Where activities are delivered online, including through Zoom, Microsoft Teams or similar platforms:

  • Participants may choose whether to enable their camera or microphone.
  • Facilitators may be unable to provide guidance or feedback where a participant’s camera remains switched off.
  • Participants are expected to behave respectfully towards facilitators and other attendees.
  • We reserve the right to remove any participant whose behaviour is disruptive, inappropriate or abusive.

12. Health and Safety

Participants are responsible for ensuring their own health, safety and wellbeing when participating in any activity, particularly where participation takes place remotely.

Participants should ensure that:

  • Their environment is safe and suitable;
  • Appropriate equipment is used;
  • Any instructions provided by facilitators are followed; and
  • Medical advice is sought where appropriate before participation.

CCG accepts no responsibility for injury, loss or damage resulting from a participant’s failure to take reasonable precautions.

13. Privacy and Data Protection

We are committed to protecting your personal information and processing it lawfully, fairly and transparently.

Any personal information provided through this website will be handled in accordance with:

  • The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR);
  • The Data Protection Act 2018; and
  • Our Privacy Policy.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Any dispute arising from the use of this website or these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Northern Ireland.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

The Confederation of Community Groups
Ballybot House
28 Cornmarket
Newry
Co. Down
BT35 8BG

Email: info@ccgnewry.org
Telephone: 028 3026 1022

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.