T/C

1. Introduction and Legal Standing

globalbizpress.com is an independent online media platform committed to ethical journalism and editorial independence. The Website is operated in accordance with applicable UK media laws, data protection legislation, and the IMPRESS Regulatory Scheme, including adherence to the IMPRESS Standards Code for responsible journalism.

2. Scope and Access

2.1 These Terms apply to all users of the Website, including but not limited to contributors, readers, subscribers, advertisers, and visitors.
2.2 The Website and its content are intended for users aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, you must obtain parental or guardian consent before using this Website.
2.3 We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the Website at our discretion for violations of these Terms or any applicable laws.

3. Editorial Independence and Standards

3.1 GlobalBizPress.com operates under the principles of editorial freedom, impartiality, and integrity.
3.2 As a media outlet regulated by IMPRESS – The Independent Monitor for the Press, we:
– Uphold the accuracy, fairness, and accountability of our journalism.
– Respect the rights to privacy and freedom of expression.
– Commit to transparency in sourcing, corrections, and retractions.
3.3 We welcome legitimate criticism and are open to correction when errors occur. A clear and accessible Complaints Policy is provided.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 All content on this Website—including text, graphics, logos, articles, audio, video, photographs, design elements, and source code—is the intellectual property of GlobalBizPress.com or its content suppliers and is protected under UK copyright laws, international treaties, and other intellectual property rights.
4.2 Except as otherwise expressly permitted:
– No material may be copied, reproduced, republished, downloaded, posted, broadcast, transmitted, or distributed in any way.
– You may print or download extracts for personal, non-commercial use, provided you acknowledge the source.
4.3 Requests for permission to reproduce content should be sent to legal@globalbizpress.com.

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Users may be allowed to submit comments, articles, or other content.

6. Data Protection and Privacy

6.1 We collect, store, and process data in accordance with UK GDPR.

7. Cookies and Tracking

7.1 We use cookies to enhance user experience.

8. External Links

8.1 The Website may contain links to third-party websites.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law.

10. Complaints and Regulatory Framework

10.1 We are members of IMPRESS.

11. Advertisements and Sponsored Content

11.1 Paid content, advertising, and sponsorship will be clearly labeled.

12. Modifications to Terms

12.1 We may revise these Terms at any time.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

13.1 These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Scotland and the UK.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful.

15. Contact Information

For general enquiries: info@globalbizpress.com
For legal or data protection enquiries: legal@globalbizpress.com
Registered Address: Aberdeen UK 
Company Name: National Press Corporation Ltd