Web policy

The site was relaunched in November 2009 to give accessible information to people of all ages affected by coeliac diseaseA condition where a person is unable to eat gluten as it makes their body attack itself. and dermatitis herpetiformisUsually shortened to DH, this is a form of coeliac disease where the skin is affected with small blisters., including professionals working in the field.

The information on this site is not intended to be an alternative to seeking professional help and advice. The information contained herein is for educational use only. If you believe you may be affected by coeliac disease, you should consult your doctor. 

Accessibility
Coeliac UK website observes a number of standards for accessibility including WAA. There is a text only option.
 
Advertising
The Coeliac UK website accepts advertising which may be of interest to people with coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis (DH).  Coeliac UK cannot be held responsible for any claims made by advertisers.  To advertise, contact us.

Content
Content includes evidence-based information about coeliac disease and living with the condition, progress in research, specialist information for care professionals, and Coeliac UK’s services, campaigns, news and events. Content goes through a quality checking process before it is published. 

Copyright
Our website is covered by copyright and material should may not be copied for public use without prior permission.  If you would like to use any graphics or logos from the Coeliac UK web site, you must request permission.
The Coeliac UK logo and the Crossed Grain SymbolOur licensed symbol which manufacturers buy to display on gluten-free food. Trade Mark (registration number 2271202 and Community Trade Mark E2253748) are the property of Coeliac UK and may not be used without prior agreement.

Disclaimer for the Venue Guide, ‘Eating out Without’
The Venue Guide, ‘Eating out without’, is compiled from recommendations made by Members on their chosen venues. The information is checked and every reasonable effort is made to ensure that the information is complete, correct and up-to-date at the time it is added.  However, this cannot be guaranteed and Coeliac UK shall not be liable for any damages incurred as a result of its use.

Data protection
Coeliac UK respects the privacy of visitors. We will not use any personal data collected on this site for any purpose other than that specifically stated. We do not release information to third parties unless previously agreed. We protect the contact details of our members and volunteers. 

Disclaimer
Information on this website is subject to change without prior notice. Whilst every reasonable effort is made to ensure that the information on the website is complete, correct and up-to-date, this cannot be guaranteed and Coeliac UK shall not be liable whatsoever for any damages incurred as a result of its use.
Coeliac UK does not guarantee that access to this website will be uninterrupted, that this website will be free fromA range of food that is free from certain allergens - for example gluten or dairy. viruses or that this website cannot be tampered with by third parties. This website and the information are provided on an 'as is' basis, with no warranties of any kind whatsoever, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, any warranties or any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Use of this website and the information is entirely at the user's sole risk. In no event will Coealic UK be liable for any damages whatsoever arising out of or related to this website. Your sole and exlcusive remedy for dissatisfaction with this website and/or information is to stop using the site and the information.

Links
Coeliac UK aims to include links to websites that provide relevant and useful information for people living with coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis (DH).  We do not link to general health sites, unproven therapy sites, or individual personal websites and will not knowingly provide links to sites that contain illegal, offensive or misleading information.  Where an organisation has regional or local services and associated websites, we will only link to their national website.
We aim to link to UK-based websites to ensure information is appropriate and relevant to our members, and will only link to non-UK based websites when no equivalent website exists in the UK.
Links will be provided based on the above criteria and at the discretion of Coeliac UK. Although we endeavour to check sites for high quality, accurate and appropriate information, Coeliac UK does not endorse nor accept any responsibility for the content of other websites. We would always recommend all visitors to consult with their own healthcare team before making any changes in their diet.

Linking to Coeliac UK’s website
You do not need to request permission to create a text link from your website to Coeliac UK’s website. However, please use the following descriptive text:
‘Coeliac UK – the Charity improving life for people with coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis’. If you would like to use a graphic or logo alongside a link, please contact us. For more information on any of these subjects please contact us.

Modification of the web policies
Coeliac UK may modify the terms of this agreement on this site. By using the site you agree to periodically review this agreement to be aware of any such revisions. Should the revision be unacceptable to you, you agree to stop accessing this site. Your continued use of this website following such notification of any such revision(s) shall be deemed as acceptance of and agreement to abide by all such revisions.

Coeliac UK is a Registered Charity and Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered in England
Registered Charity Number: 1048167 Company Number: 3068044
Registered office: Coeliac UK,3rd Floor Apollo Center, Desborough Road, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 2QW.