Cancellation Policy
We understand that circumstances change, and while we’re sad to see you go, we aim to make your cancellation process as simple and stress-free as possible. Below, you’ll find the steps for cancelling your membership or requesting refunds for purchases.
Membership Cancellations and Product Refunds
Cancelling Your Membership or Subscription
If you feel unable to continue supporting our cause, you can cancel your recurring payments at any time.
If you subscribed to the Direct Democracy Movement through PayPal, please follow these steps:
- Visit the PayPal website.
- Log in to your account.
- Click on the Settings icon (gear symbol) in the top-right corner of the page.
- In the horizontal menu, select Payments.
- Click on Manage Pre-approved Payments or similar.
- Find "Direct Democracy Movement" or "5 Star Association" in the list of merchants.
- Select the subscription and click Cancel.
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
Refunds for Products or Donations
Refunds for digital or physical products may be requested by contacting us at:
Please include your order details and reason for the refund request.
Refunds for donations will only be issued in exceptional circumstances and at our discretion.
Cancelling a Direct Debit
If you wish to cancel a Direct Debit, the process is straightforward. However, for your peace of mind, we recommend following these steps to ensure the cancellation is fully effective:
Steps to Cancel Your Direct Debit
1. Contact Your Bank
- Via Internet Banking: Log into your online banking account, navigate to the Direct Debit section, locate the Direct Debit to the Direct Democracy Movement, and select Cancel.
- By Phone: Call your bank’s customer service team. You can typically find the contact number on the back of your debit card. Ask them to cancel the specific Direct Debit.
2. Confirm in Writing (Recommended)
While it’s not mandatory to confirm your cancellation in writing, it’s a good practice to ensure there’s no ambiguity. You can use the template below to notify your bank formally.
Direct Debit Cancellation Template
[Your Address]
[Bank/Building Society Address]
[Date]
Dear Sir/Madam,
Reference: Cancellation of a Direct Debit
Please cancel the Direct Debit Instruction detailed below with immediate effect:
- Account Number: [Your Account Number]
- Sort Code: [Your Sort Code]
- Company Name: Direct Democracy Movement / 5 Star Association (please check your bank statement and delete as appropriate)
- Reference: [Direct Debit Reference as shown on your statement]
- Amount: [Insert Amount]
- Cancellation Date: [Insert Date]
I have notified the Direct Democracy Movement / 5 Star Association of this cancellation for their records.
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours faithfully,
[Your Signature]
[Your Full Name]
Important Notes
- Membership Fees: Please note that membership fees already paid cannot be refunded. To avoid future payments, ensure your Direct Debit is cancelled before the next scheduled payment date.
- Confirmation from Your Bank: Once the Direct Debit is cancelled, your bank should provide confirmation of the cancellation. Keep this confirmation for your records.
Need Assistance?
If you encounter any difficulties or have questions about cancelling, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at:
Thank you for your support and understanding!
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