Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Introduction

This web site is (www.qefltd.ie) is the property of QEF Ltd, whose registered office is at Commercial Centre, Dublin Road, Kilkenny, Ireland.

QEF Ltd does not make any representation whatsoever about any information which is accessed either on, by virtue of or by way of any links from this web site nor about any of the advertisers who appear on this web site because in compiling the same  relies on information provided to it by third parties.

You acknowledge that the Internet or QEF's systems, services and equipment may from time to time be inoperative in full or in part as a consequence of but not limited to, mechanical breakdown, maintenance, hardware or software upgrades, telecommunication connectivity problems or other facts beyond the control of QEF and you acknowledge that QEF will not be held liable for any failure or inability to provide continuous, error free, uninterrupted services under these or any other circumstances.

Our Privacy Policy

QEF respects your right to privacy and we comply with our obligations under the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003. The purpose of our Privacy Policy is to outline how we deal with any personal data you provide to us while visiting this website. If you are not happy with our Privacy Policy you should not use this website. By visiting this website, you are accepting the terms of this Privacy Policy. Any external links to other websites are clearly identifiable as such, and we are not responsible for the content or the privacy policies of third party websites. To view our Website Privacy Policy click here

Intellectual Property Rights

By using this website you agree that all the information, communications, photography, text, images, graphics, software, trademarks, trade names, logos and other materials and services on this website (the "Content") are protected by copyright, trademark, database rights, sui generis rights and other intellectual property laws under the national laws of Ireland and international treatise. All property rights, title and interest in and to the Content shall be at all times and for all purposes remain vested in QEF and/or its licensors, as the case may be. You agree not to copy, modify, transmit, display, distribute, perform, reproduce, license, publish, create derivative works from, transfer or sell any information contained on or forming part of this website, or otherwise use such Content of this website for re-sale, re-distribution or for any other commercial use, without the consent of CIS and/or its licensors as the case may be.

Changes to the Terms of Use

We may modify or terminate any Content on the website from time to time, for any reason and without notice or liability to any user or third party. You should check the website for changes to the Terms Of Use each time you access the website. Your continued use of the website will signify your acceptance of any revised Terms Of Use.

Links To Third Party Websites

This website contains links to third party websites. QEF does not own or control such third party websites and only provides links to other locations on the internet for information purposes. Access to any other website through this website is at your own risk. Your use of third party websites is subject to the terms and conditions of use contained within each of those websites. QEF is not liable or responsible for the accuracy of any information, data, opinions or statements on these websites or the security of any link or communication with those websites. The fact that QEF provides a link to a third party website does not mean that QEF endorses, authorises or sponsors that website.

Disclaimer

While QEF uses its reasonable efforts to maintain this website in an accurate and up-to-date fashion it may contain some technical or other mistakes, inaccuracies or typographical errors. QEF cannot be held responsible for any mistakes or omissions on this website.

Limit of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, QEF will not be liable for any loss or damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the website. In no event shall QEF be liable for any damages whatsoever resulting from the statements or conduct of any third party or the interruption, suspension or termination of any services, whether such interruption, suspension or termination was justified or not, negligent or intentional, inadvertent or advertent.

Indemnity

As a user of this website, you agree to indemnify us against any loss, damage or cost incurred by us arising out of any violation by you of these Terms Of Use. You will also indemnify us against any claims that information or materials which you submit, post to or transmit through the Site are in violation of any law or in breach of any third party right.

Disclaimer of Liability

With respect to content available on the website, neither QEF nor any of its members nor any of their employees or agents makes any warranty, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights.

Disclaimer of Endorsement

Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by QEF. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of QEF, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

Governing Law

These Terms Of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of Ireland and you hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Ireland. This will not prevent QEF from pursuing a claim for breach of contract, copyright infringement or otherwise in respect of these terms and conditions in any other jurisdiction throughout the world.

Data Protection Act

It is the responsibility of any person wishing to use the personal data on planning applications and decisions lists for direct marketing purposes to be satisfied that they may do so legitimately under the requirements of the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003 taking account of the preferences outlined by applicants in their applications.- Article 32, Planning & Development Regulations 2001 –2007.