PR Submission Terms & Conditions

PR Submission Process - Terms and Conditions

By participating in our PR Submission process, clients have the opportunity to share their success stories and major milestones with a wider audience through our marketing and public relations channels. To ensure a smooth and transparent experience, please review the following terms and conditions, which outline the responsibilities, rights, and guidelines for both parties. 

By submitting the PR Submission Form, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
 

Client Consent and Authorisation
  • Consent to Participate: By submitting the PR Submission Form, the client agrees to participate in the PR process and grants Skipton Business Finance the right to use the provided information for marketing, promotional, and public relations purposes.
  • Authority to Represent: The individual submitting the form on behalf of the client confirms they have the authority to represent the client and authorise the use of the submitted materials for PR purposes.
  • Approval for PR Use: Once the PR materials (e.g., press releases, media pitches) are drafted, the client may be given the opportunity to review and approve the content before it is distributed. If the client does not respond within a set timeframe (10 business days), Skipton Business Finance reserves the right to proceed with the PR activities.
Use of Submitted Information
  • Accuracy of Information: The client is responsible for ensuring that all information provided in the PR Submission Form is accurate, truthful, and not misleading.
  • Right to Edit: Skipton Business Finance and its PR agency reserve the right to edit, adapt, or reformat the submitted materials (including text, logos, and images) to ensure they align with brand guidelines, media requirements, and PR strategy.
  • Scope of Use: The information submitted may be used for:
  1. Press releases
  2. Media outreach
  3. Social media posts
  4. Website case studies
  5. Internal and external marketing materials
  • Duration of Use: The company may use the submitted PR materials indefinitely unless the client withdraws their consent in writing, subject to any media commitments already in place.
Confidentiality & Sensitive Information
  • Exclusion of Confidential Information: Clients should not submit any confidential or proprietary information through the PR Submission Form. Any such information submitted will not be considered confidential, and Skipton Business Finance assumes no liability for the disclosure of such information.
  • Client Responsibility: It is the client’s responsibility to ensure that no sensitive or proprietary information that is not intended for public release is included in the submission.
Intellectual Property
  • Ownership of Client IP: The client retains ownership of all intellectual property rights (including logos, images, and trademarks) provided as part of the PR submission.
  • License to Use: The client grants Skipton Business Finance and its PR agency a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the submitted content for the purposes of PR, marketing, and promotion, including the right to distribute, display, and publish it across various media channels.
  • Third-Party Rights: The client guarantees that any content submitted does not infringe on the intellectual property rights of any third party. The client agrees to indemnify the company against any claims or damages arising from the use of infringing materials.
PR Approval and Distribution
  • Company Discretion: The company reserves the right to qualify, approve, or reject any PR Submission based on its internal PR and marketing strategy, even if the client has submitted all necessary information.
  • No Obligation to Publish: Submission of a PR form does not guarantee publication or distribution of a press release or media campaign.
  • PR Timeline: While the company will strive to ensure timely processing of PR submissions, there is no guarantee that the PR activity will be completed by a specific date. Any timeline provided is an estimate and subject to change based on internal and external factors (e.g., media availability).
Liability and Indemnity
  • Limitation of Liability: Skipton Business Finance will not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of the submitted information, including but not limited to any media coverage, public response, or reputational impact.
  • Client Indemnity: The client agrees to indemnify and hold Skipton Business Finance harmless from any claims, losses, or damages arising from the use of submitted materials, including any third-party claims regarding intellectual property infringement, false information, or unauthorised disclosure.
Withdrawal of Participation
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Clients may withdraw their participation in the PR process at any time by providing written notice to Skipton Business Finance. However, Skipton Business Finance is not obligated to recall or retract any PR materials already distributed or published.
  • Impact of Withdrawal: If the client withdraws from the process after materials have been submitted to Skipton Business Finance's PR Agency, the client acknowledges that it may not be possible to stop the publication or distribution of those materials.
Modification of Terms
  • Right to Modify: The company reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to clients, and continued participation in the PR process will constitute acceptance of the revised terms.
Client Acknowledgment
  • By submitting the PR Submission Form, the client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

These terms and conditions provide clarity on responsibilities, rights, and expectations, protecting both the client and the company from misunderstandings or legal issues that may arise during the PR process.