Issued by: Westshore Group Limited (Globally Award-Winning Company)
Trading As: Westshore VA Services
Registered Office: 128 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
Effective Date: 24 August 2025
Last Updated: 24 August 2025
As part of Westshore Group Limited, Westshore VA Services is committed to protecting its intellectual property and brand assets. This Copyright Policy explains our rights over website content and how you may use materials published on our website.
1. Ownership of Website Content
1.1 All content on the Westshore VA Services website is the exclusive property of Westshore Group Limited, unless otherwise stated.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Text and written materials.
- Logos and branding.
- Graphic designs, illustrations, and icons.
- Photos and videos.
- Layouts, formatting, and design structures.
- Documents and downloadable resources (e.g., policies, eBooks, templates).
1.2 These materials are protected by:
- UK Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
- UK Intellectual Property Office Regulations.
- International copyright treaties and conventions.
2. What You May Do
You may:
- View, read, and print pages from our website for personal, non-commercial use only.
- Share links to our website publicly, provided you:
- Do not alter the link or content context.
- Credit Westshore VA Services appropriately.
3. What You May NOT Do
Without prior written consent from Westshore Group Limited, you must not:
- Copy, reproduce, or republish website content in any form.
- Modify, translate, or adapt website content or downloadable resources.
- Use our logos, branding, or designs for your own purposes.
- Sell, distribute, or exploit website content commercially.
- Embed our materials into your website or publications.
- Misrepresent Westshore VA Services or falsely imply partnership or endorsement.
4. Downloadable Materials
4.1 Certain resources, such as policies, branded templates, and eBooks, may be available for download via our website.
4.2 These materials are:
- Provided for client use within the agreed scope of services only.
- Subject to copyright protection and licensing restrictions.
4.3 You may not:
- Redistribute these materials publicly.
- Remove copyright notices from documents.
- Claim ownership of Westshore VA Services resources.
5. Use of Logos & Trademarks
5.1 The following brand assets are trademarks of Westshore Group Limited:
- “Westshore Group”
- “Westshore VA Services”
- “Westshore Escapes”
- “Westshore Property Care”
- Associated logos and brand designs.
5.2 These may not be:
- Used without express, written permission.
- Altered, resized, or recoloured outside approved branding guidelines.
- Displayed in a way that misleads clients or the public.
6. Third-Party Content
6.1 Some images, icons, or integrated features may belong to third-party providers (e.g., stock photography, embedded social media feeds).
6.2 These remain the property of their respective owners and are used under licence or fair use agreements.
6.3 Users must not:
- Extract or reuse third-party content from the Westshore VA Services website.
- Infringe on the intellectual property rights of these providers.
7. Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe that content on our website has been used in a way that infringes your copyright, please contact us immediately via:
- Email: legal@westshoregroup.co.uk
- Phone: 0333 049 0707
- Post:
Westshore VA Services
128 City Road
London, EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom
When reporting infringement, please include:
- Your full name and contact details.
- A detailed description of the alleged infringement.
- The URL or location of the infringing content.
- Evidence of your copyright ownership.
We will investigate all claims promptly and take appropriate action.
8. Enforcement of Our Rights
Westshore Group Limited takes copyright infringement seriously and will:
- Issue cease-and-desist notices where necessary.
- Pursue legal action for damages or injunctions if infringement continues.
- Notify relevant authorities, including online platforms and hosting providers.
Legal costs arising from infringement may be recovered from the offending party.
9. Limitation of Liability
While we take every effort to protect our intellectual property:
- We are not liable for third-party misuse of our content outside our control.
- Clients and website visitors are responsible for respecting this Copyright Policy.
10. Relationship to Other Policies
This Copyright Policy should be read alongside:
- Website Terms of Use
- Privacy Policy
- Cookie Policy
- Terms & Conditions of Business
Together, these policies create a comprehensive legal framework governing the use of our website and services.
11. Governing Law
This Copyright Policy is governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes will be resolved exclusively by the UK courts.
12. Summary of Key Points
- All website content belongs to Westshore Group Limited.
- You may view and share links for personal use only.
- Commercial use or reproduction requires written permission.
- Logos and brand designs are trademarked and protected.
- Westshore will take legal action against copyright infringement.
This Copyright Policy is issued under the authority of Westshore Group Limited, the globally award-winning parent company of Westshore VA Services, Westshore Escapes, Westshore Property Care, and future subsidiaries. It reflects our Group-wide commitment to protecting intellectual property and brand integrity.
