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Online shop policy

Cancellation of orders

Orders can be cancelled online and a full refund given if the cancellation is made prior to the order being dispatched. To cancel an order in this way you will need to follow the order tracking link in the navigation at the top of the shop page or use this link to go direct ( Order Tracking ) then enter your order number. This will give your order status and if it has not been dispatched a cancellation can be made.

If your order has been marked as despatched, then please contact KCC as soon as possible, giving your name, order number and the e-mail address that was used when making the order. KCC will then make arrangements with you to have the goods returned and a refund made.

Shortages - Damages or Non-delivery

We aim to deliver your order within 14 working days and the majority of our items will be delivered well within this time mostly within 7 working days. Smaller items in stock will generally be dispatched same or next working day by royal mail post. If you have any specific requests regarding delivery please get in touch we are more than willing to help.

If your order has exceeded 21 days time please inform us as shortages, damages or non-delivery must be reported within 21 days of order, failure to do this may result in your claim being refused.

Problems - Complaints - Returns - Enquiries

  • We reply to e-mail's during the following times: Monday to Friday 10am - 5 pm.
  • If you would like us to deal with your e-mail please include the following information.
  • Your Order Number
  • Date of order
  • Name in which the order was placed
  • Name of the product colour/size of product if applicable
  • Problem/fault
  • If possible please include a photo with your e-mail if product is damaged
  • Confirmation the parcel was signed for as unchecked
  • Please note we will not accept any claim for compensation.

Our refunds policy

Under the Distance Selling Regulations you have a right to cancel your order for any payments made via the Kent County Council Online Shop, for a full refund.

To cancel you can email or write to us at the address below within seven days of payment, quoting your bill number.

Finance Dept.
Kent County Council
Sessions House
County Hall
Maidstone
Kent ME14 1XQ

county.hall@kent.gov.uk

Card payment security

Security is probably one of the most significant concerns for both you, the client, and ourselves during an online transaction. In reality an online transaction is probably more secure than a card transaction in a shop or conducted over the telephone or by fax, as the information transmitted online is highly encrypted using complicated logarithm combinations.

The WorldPay payment system uses a combination of both established and innovative techniques to ensure the security and integrity of all sensitive data. Furthermore, their public web servers are certified by Thawte, a public Certificate Authority, ensuring that both the client and firm can have confidence that nobody can impersonate WorldPay to obtain confidential information.

Transaction Encryption

The transfer of the purchase details from our web site to Worldpay are encapsulated using their own encrypted and digitally-signed protocol. This uses a combination of standard methods such as PGP, RSA and MD5 to ensure that the information passed is secure and tamper-proof.

Security for the Shopper

Any communication between the client and WorldPay is also encrypted to the maximum strength supported by the client's browser using TLS or 128 BitSSL. Clients are also protected from fraudulent use of their card in a "card not present" environment, by their card issuers. The card issuers provides the right for the cardholder to dispute a transaction if the card was used fraudulently.

Data Storage

Data storage on WorldPay systems, and the communication between WorldPay and the worldwide banking networks, is regularly audited by the banking authorities to ensure a secure transaction environment. WorldPay also ensure that they stay up-to-date with the latest versions of any third-party code they use, and continually review their own proprietary code. Kent County Council will not store any credit card data.

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