Terms & conditions

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire (MMC) website, www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk, and any services, activities, registrations, or donations made through the website.

By accessing or using this website, registering as a member, signing up for events, making donations, or using any of our online services, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please contact us.

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire using the contact details provided on our website.

About Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire (MMC)

Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire (MMC) is a non-profit community organisation established to promote the culture, traditions, heritage, language, and values of Maharashtra while fostering a welcoming and inclusive community across Cambridgeshire.

MMC organises cultural, educational, social, and charitable activities for its members and the wider community.

Use of the Website

The website www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk is provided to:

  • Share information about MMC and its activities
  • Promote community events
  • Enable membership registrations
  • Accept event registrations
  • Facilitate donations where applicable
  • Provide updates, announcements, and resources
  • Support volunteers and community initiatives

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

You must not:

  • Use the website in any way that violates applicable UK laws or regulations.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website, servers, or databases.
  • Upload malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website.
  • Use the website for fraudulent or misleading purposes.

MMC reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to users who misuse the website.

Registration

Certain services offered by MMC may require registration, including:

  • Membership registration
  • Event registration
  • Volunteer registration
  • Committee applications
  • Donations
  • Other community initiatives

When registering, you agree that:

  • All information you provide is accurate, complete, and up to date.
  • You will promptly update your information if your details change.
  • You are responsible for ensuring the information submitted is correct.
  • MMC is not responsible for issues arising from incorrect or incomplete information provided by you.

Where you create an online account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.

User Content

    You may submit content to MMC through the website, including:

    • Photographs
    • Event information
    • Articles
    • Comments
    • Community announcements
    • Volunteer information
    • Other materials

    By submitting content, you confirm that:

    • The content belongs to you or you have permission to use it.
    • The content does not infringe any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights.
    • The content is lawful, respectful, accurate, and appropriate.
    • Any photographs containing children or vulnerable individuals have been shared with the appropriate consent.
    • The content does not contain offensive, defamatory, abusive, or discriminatory material.

    MMC reserves the right to:

    • Edit content for spelling, grammar, formatting, or consistency.
    • Remove inappropriate or inaccurate content.
    • Decline publication of any submitted material without providing a reason.

    By submitting content, you grant MMC permission to publish, display, and use the content on its website, newsletters, social media channels, and promotional materials unless you specifically request otherwise.

    Membership and Event Registration

    Membership and event registrations are subject to availability and any eligibility criteria published by MMC.

    Submitting a registration does not automatically guarantee:

    • Membership approval
    • Event participation
    • Volunteer placement
    • Committee membership

    MMC reserves the right to accept or decline registrations at its discretion.

    For paid events, additional terms relating to ticketing, cancellations, and refunds may apply.

    Donations

    MMC may accept donations through the website to support its community activities, cultural events, charitable initiatives, and operational expenses.

    Unless otherwise stated:

    • Donations are voluntary.
    • Donations are generally non-refundable.
    • Funds received will be used to support MMC’s objectives and community activities.
    • MMC will endeavour to use donations responsibly and transparently.

    Where legally required, receipts for donations will be issued.

    Payments

    Payments made through the website may include:

    • Membership fees
    • Event tickets
    • Donations
    • Merchandise
    • Other approved services

    Payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers.

    MMC does not store your payment card details.

    You are responsible for ensuring that your payment information is accurate and that you are authorised to use the chosen payment method.

    Cancellations and Refunds

    Refund policies may vary depending on the event or activity.

    Unless otherwise stated:

    • Membership fees are non-refundable.
    • Donations are non-refundable.
    • Event refunds may only be issued where specified in the event details.
    • If MMC cancels an event, registered participants will normally receive either:
      • a full refund, or
      • the option to transfer their registration to another event.

    Refund requests should be submitted using the contact details available on the MMC website.

    Changes to Registration

    If you need to update your registration details, please notify MMC as soon as possible using the contact form or email address published on mmcambridgeshire.org.uk.

    MMC will make reasonable efforts to update your information promptly but cannot guarantee changes after event registration deadlines

    Password and Account Security

    If you create an account on the MMC website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.

    You agree to:

    • Keep your username and password secure.
    • Not share your login details with anyone else.
    • Notify MMC immediately if you suspect your account has been accessed without your permission.
    • Take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access to your account.

    MMC reserves the right to suspend or disable your account if we believe it has been compromised or is being used in breach of these Terms and Conditions.

    Intellectual Property

    Unless otherwise stated, all content on www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk, including but not limited to:

    • Text
    • Images
    • Graphics
    • Logos
    • Videos
    • Documents
    • Event information
    • Website design
    • Downloads

    is the property of Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire or is used with the permission of the respective copyright owner.

    You may:

    • View website content for personal, non-commercial use.
    • Download publicly available documents where permitted.
    • Share links to our website or public content.

    You may not:

    • Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or publish website content without prior written permission from MMC.
    • Use MMC’s name, logo, branding, or content for commercial purposes without written consent.
    • Remove copyright or ownership notices from any materials.

    Content submitted by users remains the property of the original creator. However, by submitting content to MMC, you grant MMC a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, publish, and display that content for community, promotional, and organisational purposes.

    Acceptable Use

    You agree to use the website responsibly and respectfully.

    You must not:

    • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent information.
    • Upload offensive, defamatory, abusive, hateful, or discriminatory content.
    • Harass, threaten, or intimidate other users.
    • Upload viruses, malware, or any harmful software.
    • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its systems.
    • Interfere with the operation or security of the website.
    • Use automated tools to scrape, harvest, or collect website content without permission.
    • Infringe the intellectual property rights of others.
    • Use the website for unlawful or commercial activities without MMC’s written approval.

    MMC reserves the right to remove any content or suspend access without prior notice where these Terms and Conditions have been breached.

    Website Availability

    MMC aims to ensure that the website is available and functioning at all times. However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.

    The website may occasionally be unavailable due to:

    • Planned maintenance
    • Software updates
    • Technical issues
    • Security enhancements
    • Circumstances beyond our reasonable control

    MMC will make reasonable efforts to restore services as quickly as possible but accepts no liability for temporary interruptions or loss of access.

    Links to Third-Party Websites

    Our website may include links to third-party websites for your convenience or additional information.

    MMC does not control or endorse the content, services, or privacy practices of external websites and is not responsible for:

    • Their content or accuracy.
    • Their availability.
    • Any products or services they offer.
    • Any loss or damage arising from your use of those websites.

    You access third-party websites at your own risk and should review their own terms and privacy policies.

    Privacy and Data Protection

    MMC is committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly.

    Any personal data collected through this website will be processed in accordance with:

    • The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
    • The Data Protection Act 2018
    • MMC’s Privacy Policy

    Information collected may be used to:

    • Process memberships.
    • Manage event registrations.
    • Communicate with members and participants.
    • Process donations and payments.
    • Improve our services.
    • Meet legal and regulatory obligations.

    MMC will not sell or share your personal information with third parties except where:

    • Required by law.
    • Necessary to provide requested services.
    • You have given your consent.

    Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details on how your information is collected, stored, and used.

    Suspension and Termination

    MMC reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website or any online account if you:

    • Breach these Terms and Conditions.
    • Provide false or misleading information.
    • Misuse the website or its services.
    • Engage in unlawful or inappropriate behaviour.
    • Attempt to compromise the security or integrity of the website.

    You may request the closure of your online account at any time by contacting MMC using the details provided on our website.

    Termination of your account does not affect any rights or obligations that arose before the account was closed.

    Limitation of Liability

    While MMC takes reasonable care to ensure that information on this website is accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness, reliability, or suitability for any particular purpose.

    To the fullest extent permitted by law, MMC shall not be liable for:

    • Any indirect or consequential loss.
    • Loss of data.
    • Loss of business or income.
    • Website downtime or service interruptions.
    • Errors or omissions in website content.
    • Loss resulting from reliance on information published on the website.
    • Any issues arising from third-party services linked from our website.

    Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits liability for:

    • Death or personal injury caused by negligence.
    • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
    • Any liability that cannot legally be excluded under the laws of England and Wales.

    Changes to these Terms and Conditions

    Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire (MMC) reserves the right to update or amend these Terms and Conditions at any time to reflect changes in:

    • Applicable laws or regulations
    • Organisational policies
    • Website functionality
    • Services, events, or membership offerings
    • Operational requirements

    Any significant changes will be published on www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk and will become effective from the date they are posted unless otherwise stated.

    By continuing to use the website after any updates are published, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms and Conditions.

    Advertising and Sponsorship

    The MMC website may include information about sponsors, partners, supporters, or advertisers who contribute to the organisation or specific events.

    MMC is not responsible for:

    • The content, accuracy, or availability of advertisements.
    • Products or services offered by sponsors or advertisers.
    • Any transactions or agreements entered into between users and third-party advertisers or sponsors.

    Any dealings with sponsors or advertisers are solely between you and the relevant third party.

    Events and Participation

    Participation in MMC events is subject to any event-specific rules, safety requirements, and instructions communicated before or during the event.

    Participants are expected to:

    • Follow the instructions of event organisers and volunteers.
    • Behave respectfully towards other attendees.
    • Comply with applicable health and safety requirements.
    • Respect venue rules and regulations.

    MMC reserves the right to refuse entry to, or remove, any participant whose behaviour is considered unsafe, disruptive, abusive, or inappropriate without any obligation to provide a refund where applicable.

    Photography and Media

    MMC regularly captures photographs and videos during events for use in:

    • The MMC website
    • Social media platforms
    • Newsletters
    • Promotional materials
    • Annual reports
    • Community publications

    By attending an MMC event, you acknowledge that photographs or videos may be taken in which you or members of your group may appear.

    If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform an event organiser or volunteer before or during the event. MMC will make reasonable efforts to respect your request wherever practical.

    For children under the age of 18, parents or guardians are responsible for informing MMC if they do not wish their child to appear in photographs or videos.

    Force Majeure

    MMC shall not be held responsible for any delay, interruption, cancellation, or failure to perform its obligations where such circumstances are beyond its reasonable control.

    These may include, but are not limited to:

    • Severe weather conditions
    • Natural disasters
    • Fire or flooding
    • Pandemic or public health emergencies
    • Government restrictions
    • Industrial disputes
    • Utility failures
    • Internet or telecommunications outages
    • Cybersecurity incidents
    • Any other unforeseen events beyond MMC’s reasonable control

    Where possible, MMC will notify members and participants of any affected services or events and provide alternative arrangements where appropriate.

    Governing Law

    These Terms and Conditions are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

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

    MMC encourages any concerns or disputes to be raised directly with the organisation in the first instance so that they may be resolved amicably wherever possible.

    Severability

    If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed severed from the remaining Terms and Conditions.

    The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

    Waiver

    If MMC chooses not to enforce any provision of these Terms and Conditions at any time, this shall not be considered a waiver of our rights.

    Any delay or failure to exercise a right or remedy does not prevent MMC from exercising that right or remedy at a later date.

    Entire Agreement

    These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional policies or event-specific conditions published on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire regarding your use of the website and participation in MMC services and activities.

    Contact Us

    If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions or wish to contact Maharashtra Mandal Cambridgeshire, please use the contact details available on our website:

    Website: https://www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk

    Contact Page: https://www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk/contact-us

    Email: contact@mmcambridgeshire.org.uk

    Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing or using www.mmcambridgeshire.org.uk, registering as a member, participating in an MMC event, making a donation, or using any services provided through the website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

    If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, you should discontinue use of the website and its services.

    Last updated – July 2026