Terms of Service

Last updated: November 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Speed.watch website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access the materials (information or software) on Speed.watch's website for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

  • Modify or copy the materials
  • Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial)
  • Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the website
  • Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
  • Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server

3. Volunteer Participation

3.1 Eligibility

To participate as a Speed.watch volunteer, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Complete required training programs
  • Comply with all policies and procedures
  • Maintain appropriate insurance where required
  • Follow law enforcement guidelines

3.2 Volunteer Responsibilities

As a volunteer, you agree to:

  • Act professionally and courteously at all times
  • Follow safety protocols and guidelines
  • Accurately record vehicle and speed data
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Not engage in confrontations with motorists
  • Report any incidents or concerns immediately
  • Wear provided safety equipment and identification

3.3 Code of Conduct

Volunteers must adhere to our code of conduct, which includes:

  • Treating all individuals with respect and dignity
  • Avoiding discrimination, harassment, or intimidation
  • Not acting in a way that brings the program into disrepute
  • Declaring any conflicts of interest
  • Following data protection and privacy guidelines

4. Data Collection and Use

By participating in Speed.watch activities, you acknowledge that:

  • Vehicle registration and speed data will be collected
  • This data will be shared with law enforcement agencies
  • Data may be used for statistical analysis and reporting
  • All data handling complies with applicable privacy laws
  • You will follow data protection procedures when handling information

5. Equipment and Materials

Any equipment or materials provided for speed watch activities remain the property of Speed.watch. You agree to:

  • Use equipment only for authorized purposes
  • Take reasonable care of equipment
  • Return equipment when requested or upon ceasing participation
  • Report any damage or loss immediately
  • Not modify or tamper with equipment

6. Liability and Indemnification

6.1 Limitation of Liability

Speed.watch, its partners, officers, volunteers, and stakeholders shall not be liable for:

  • Any injuries or damages arising from participation in speed watch activities
  • Any loss or damage to personal property
  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • Any errors or omissions in the content of the website

6.2 Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge that participating in speed watch activities involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to traffic-related hazards, adverse weather conditions, and potential confrontations. You voluntarily assume all such risks.

6.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Speed.watch, its partners, and representatives from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your participation in speed watch activities
  • Your breach of these Terms of Service
  • Your violation of any law or rights of a third party
  • Your misuse of equipment or data

7. Insurance

Speed.watch maintains appropriate public liability insurance. However, volunteers are responsible for ensuring they have adequate personal insurance coverage, including:

  • Personal accident insurance
  • Personal effects insurance
  • Any other insurance deemed appropriate for the activities

8. Termination of Participation

Speed.watch reserves the right to terminate or suspend your participation at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms of Service
  • Breaches the code of conduct
  • Is harmful to other volunteers, the program, or third parties
  • Violates any applicable law or regulation
  • Creates liability for Speed.watch

9. Intellectual Property

The content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Speed.watch or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without express written permission.

10. Website Disclaimer

The materials on Speed.watch's website are provided on an 'as is' basis. Speed.watch makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation:

  • Implied warranties or conditions of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement of intellectual property
  • Accuracy, reliability, or currency of information

11. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. Speed.watch has no control over the content and nature of these sites and cannot be held responsible for their content or privacy practices. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorsement.

12. Modifications to Terms

Speed.watch may revise these Terms of Service at any time without notice. By using this website and participating in our activities, you agree to be bound by the current version of these Terms of Service.

13. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. You irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that location.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms remain in full force and effect.

15. Waiver

The failure of Speed.watch to enforce any right or provision in these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged and agreed to in writing.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Speed.watch
Email: Contact via LinkedIn

17. Acknowledgment

By participating in Speed.watch activities or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.