Policies and Statements

LAST UPDATED: MAY 2026

Terms of Use

Welcome to the Edinburgh New Town Church website.

The content on this website is provided for general information about the church, its worship, events, activities and community life. While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, details may occasionally change without notice.

Unless otherwise stated, the content, text and images on this website belong to Edinburgh New Town Church and should not be reproduced without permission.

This website may include links to external websites operated by other organisations. Edinburgh New Town Church is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites.

By using this website, you agree to do so in a respectful and lawful manner.

If you have any questions about the website or its content, please contact the church through the Contact Us page.

Edinburgh New Town Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland.
Scottish Charity No. SC008990Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Edinburgh New Town Church respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you choose to share with us.

We may collect personal information through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, event enquiries or other communications through this website. This information is used only for the purpose for which it was provided and is not sold or shared with third parties unless required by law.

Information submitted through the website may include:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Details relating to your enquiry or message

We may use website analytics and cookies to help improve the website and understand how it is being used.

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails or by contacting the church directly.

We take reasonable steps to keep your information secure and only retain information for as long as necessary.

If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact Edinburgh New Town Church through the Contact Us page of the website.

Edinburgh New Town Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland.
Scottish Charity No. SC008990

Cookie Policy

This website uses cookies to help improve your experience and understand how the site is being used.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. Some cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly, while others help us improve the performance and usability of the site.

We may use cookies for:

  • Basic website functionality

  • Website analytics and performance monitoring

  • Remembering user preferences

By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies unless you disable them through your browser settings.

You can control and delete cookies through your browser preferences at any time.

Edinburgh New Town Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland.
Scottish Charity No. SC008990

Accessibility Statement

Edinburgh New Town Church is committed to making this website accessible and welcoming to as many people as possible.

We aim to ensure the website is:

  • Clear and easy to navigate

  • Readable across devices and screen sizes

  • Usable with keyboard navigation and assistive technologies where possible

We recognise that accessibility is an ongoing process and we continue to improve the website over time.

If you experience any difficulty using the site or accessing information, please contact the church and we will do our best to assist.

Edinburgh New Town Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland.
Scottish Charity No. SC008990

Safeguarding

Edinburgh New Town Church is committed to providing a safe, supportive and respectful environment for all.

We take safeguarding seriously and seek to ensure the wellbeing and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in the life of the church.

Our Safeguarding Coordinator is:

Barbara Finlayson
Email: barbara.finlayson@blueyonder.co.uk

If you have any safeguarding concerns or would like further information, please get in touch directly.

Edinburgh New Town Church follows the safeguarding policies and guidance of the Church of Scotland.

Edinburgh New Town Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland.

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