What are cookies?
Our website uses cookies. A cookie is a small text file that is placed on your computer, tablet or phone when you visit a website.
Types of Cookies
Cookies can be grouped in a few different ways depending on how they work.
Session cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help the website function during your visit, for example by keeping you logged in as you move between pages.
Persistent cookies
These cookies remain on your device after you have finished browsing for a set period of time. They allow the website to remember your preferences, such as your settings or previous choices, when you return.
Cookies can also be classified by who sets them:
- First-party cookies are set directly by our website.
- Third-party cookies are set by external providers that support our website, such as analytics services or embedded content.
For more detail on how we use these cookies, please see our full Cookies Policy.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies to support the operation of our website and to understand how it is used so we can improve it.
Depending on your preferences, cookies may collect information such as:
- Technical information – including your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, and time zone settings.
- Usage information – such as the pages you visit, how long you spend on them, how you navigate the site, and any errors encountered.
This information helps us ensure the website functions correctly, remains secure, and meets the needs of our users.
Consent
We only set non-essential cookies, such as analytics cookies, if you give your consent through our cookie banner. You can accept or reject these cookies when you first visit the site and can change your preferences at any time.
For more information about how we use cookies, please see our full Cookies Policy.
Controlling our use of cookies
You have control over how cookies are used on our website.
Through our cookie banner
When you first visit our site, you can choose whether to accept non-essential cookies, such as analytics cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.
Through your browser settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies. You can usually:
- block all cookies or certain types of cookies
- delete cookies already stored on your device
- receive alerts before cookies are set
These settings are typically found in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser.
Please note that blocking some cookies may affect how the website functions and limit your experience. If you delete cookies, we may not remember your preferences and you may be treated as a first-time visitor when you return.
You can find more information about managing cookies at www.aboutcookies.org.uk.
For full details on how we use cookies, please see our Cookies Policy.
Questions
How to contact us with questions about cookies or data
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
For more information, please see our full Cookies Policy.