This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how this website uses them, and how you can control your cookie preferences. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide usage information to site operators. Cookies may be set by the site you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services operating on that site (third-party cookies).
Cookies can be classified by their lifespan. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing purposes and cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie preference choice so the consent banner is not shown repeatedly. | 365 days |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and any errors encountered. The data is aggregated and anonymised, meaning it cannot be used to identify you personally. Analytics cookies are only placed with your consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors and tracks general usage patterns. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for analytics data collection. | 2 years |
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the site to remember choices you make, such as your preferred display settings or whether you have dismissed a notification. These cookies improve your experience but are not strictly necessary for the site to operate. They are placed only with your consent.
Third-Party Cookies
This website does not use advertising cookies, retargeting pixels, social media tracking widgets, or affiliate tracking systems. We do not allow third-party advertising networks to place cookies on your device through our site. The only third-party cookies that may be present are those associated with our analytics provider, as described above.
How to Manage Cookies
When you first visit this site, a consent banner gives you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site, which will trigger the consent banner again.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies. The steps vary by browser:
- Google Chrome — Settings, then Privacy and Security, then Cookies and Other Site Data.
- Mozilla Firefox — Settings, then Privacy and Security, then Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari — Preferences, then Privacy, then Manage Website Data.
- Microsoft Edge — Settings, then Cookies and Site Permissions, then Manage and Delete Cookies and Site Data.
Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites. Blocking only non-essential cookies will not prevent you from accessing any content on this site.
More Information
For general information about cookies and online privacy, the Information Commissioner’s Office provides guidance at ico.org.uk.
If you have questions about how this site uses cookies, please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how to get in touch.