Cookie Policy
This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on this website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by other websites that provide content on the page you are viewing (third-party cookies).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them. Essential cookies do not collect personal information that could be used for marketing purposes.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about which pages you visit, how long you spend on the site, and how you arrived at the site. This information helps us improve our content and user experience.
Analytics data is collected in aggregate form and does not identify individual visitors. We use this information to understand general traffic patterns, identify popular content, and make improvements to the website.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies enable the website to remember information that changes the way the site behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in. These cookies help provide a more personalised experience but are not essential to the functioning of the website.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the dissemination of these cookies, and you should check the relevant third party’s website for more information about their cookie policies.
Third-party services we may use include:
Analytics providers that help us understand website traffic and user behaviour. Font providers that deliver web fonts to improve typography. Content delivery networks that help serve website content efficiently.
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites over time.
Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. We use session cookies to maintain your session while you navigate the website and to enable certain features to function correctly.
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We use persistent cookies to remember your preferences and to understand how you use our website over time.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view what cookies are stored on your device, delete cookies individually or all at once, block third-party cookies, block cookies from specific websites, block all cookies, and delete all cookies when you close the browser.
The method for managing cookies varies between browsers. You can find instructions for common browsers at:
Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/kb/cookies
Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge
Apple Safari: support.apple.com/guide/safari
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of this website may not function as intended. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of the site. Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use the website but will limit our ability to improve the site based on usage patterns.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to these signals. At present, our website does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we provide you with choices about cookies through browser settings and our cookie preferences.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
More Information
For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit allaboutcookies.org, which provides comprehensive information about cookies and how to manage them.
For information about how we handle your personal data more broadly, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations, you have the right to choose whether to accept non-essential cookies. Where cookies collect personal data, you have the rights set out in our Privacy Policy, including the right to access, rectify, or delete your data.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your data protection rights, you may contact us through the channels provided on our website. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office if you believe your rights have been violated.