Cookie Policy
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (for example, a computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to enable websites to function properly, improve usability, and remember certain information about your visit.
Cookies do not usually contain information that directly identifies you. However, some cookies may collect information about how you use a website, which may be considered personal data when combined with other information.
How do we use cookies?
Our website uses a limited number of cookies to ensure it functions correctly and to support user preferences.
We distinguish between:
- First-party cookies – set directly by this website and generally required for core functionality.
- Third-party cookies – set by external services where these are used on the site.
Non-essential cookies are only used where appropriate consent and controls are in place.
Types of cookies we use
Necessary cookies
Necessary cookies are required for the website to operate and cannot be switched off in our systems. These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing or tracking purposes.
|
Cookie name |
Provider |
Duration |
Purpose |
|
CookiePrompt |
CookiePrompt |
90 days |
Stores the user’s cookie consent preference so that the consent banner does not reappear unnecessarily. |
Functional cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember user preferences and improve the user experience.
|
Cookie name |
Provider |
Duration |
Purpose |
|
None |
N/A |
N/A |
No additional functional cookies are currently in use beyond those required for core site functionality. |
Performance and analytics cookies
Performance and analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information in an aggregated and anonymised form.
Where these cookies are used, they are only activated in accordance with applicable consent requirements.
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Cookie name |
Provider |
Duration |
Purpose |
|
_ga |
Google Analytics |
2 years |
Distinguishes unique users for statistical reporting. |
|
_gid |
Google Analytics |
24 hours |
Distinguishes users for analytics reporting. |
|
_gat |
Google Analytics |
1 minute |
Limits the rate of requests sent to Google Analytics. |
|
_stid |
ShareThis |
1 year |
Measures content sharing and audience reach. |
Managing cookie preferences
Where a cookie consent mechanism is in place, you can review or change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings option available in the bottom left section of the website, the icon is a symbol of a ‘gear’, or ‘cog’.
In addition, most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block or delete cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
Browser support guidance:
- Google Chrome – https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
- Apple Safari – https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac
- Mozilla Firefox – https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox
- Internet Explorer – https://support.microsoft.com/help/17442
If you use a different browser, please refer to the browser provider’s support documentation.
Policy review
This Cookie Policy is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains accurate and compliant with applicable data-protection legislation. It may be updated where website functionality or cookie usage changes. This policy was last reviewed in December 2025.
Author: Jeff Pullen
Date: 16/12/2025