Effective Date: 19th January 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to The Brief NI (“we,” “us,” “our”). By accessing or using our website thebriefni.co.uk, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.
2. Use of the Website
Eligibility: You must be at least 16 years old to use this website.
Permitted Use: You may use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes, including accessing news, analysis, and open data related to Northern Ireland’s government departments or other things we cover.
Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:
- Copy, distribute, or modify our content without permission.
- Use the site for any unlawful purposes.
- Attempt to disrupt the website’s functionality or security.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on The Brief NI is owned by us or our licensors. You may view and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any other use requires our explicit written permission.
4. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
Our website is provided “as is” without any warranties. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the content. In no event shall The Brief NI be liable for any damages arising from your use of the website.
5. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold The Brief NI harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the website or violation of these Terms of Use.
6. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Northern Ireland.
7. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at our discretion, without notice, for any violation of these Terms of Use.
8. Miscellaneous
These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and The Brief NI regarding your use of the website. If any provision is found to be invalid, the remaining terms will continue in effect.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at adam@thebriefni.co.uk.