Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how they are used on this website, and how you can manage them. We are committed to complying with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). We encourage you to review this policy regularly for updates.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They store information such as your preferences, device configuration, or activities on the website to enhance your browsing experience.
Cookies may be either:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
Cookies typically do not contain personal data, but they may collect data that can indirectly identify you, such as your IP address.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They do not store any personally identifiable information. - Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. For example, we use Google Analytics to measure website usage and improve user experience. For more details, see Google’s cookie usage page. - Functional Cookies
These enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. - Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver ads that are relevant to you. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad. - Third-Party Cookies
Some features, such as social sharing via Facebook or Twitter, may set cookies from third-party services. These are governed by the respective third party’s privacy policies.
How We Obtain Your Consent
We will not place cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies) on your device without your explicit consent. Upon your first visit to our website, a cookie banner will appear to:
- Inform you about the cookies we use.
- Provide you with the option to accept or manage your cookie preferences.
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button or icon shown on the website for managing cookies.
How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website. Below are links to manage cookies for common browsers:
To find out how to manage cookies please click here or refer your browser’s help options for more information.
Please remember that if you amend your cookie settings your browsing experience may be negatively affected. You may be unable to use some of our online services.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or the way we use cookies. Please review this page periodically to stay informed.
For further details about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.