This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.
Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. They are essential for many modern websites to function properly.
We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website:
These cookies are necessary for our website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services.
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the website.
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as videos and live chats. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state | Session | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| cookieconsent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| taboola_* | Taboola advertising and content recommendations | Varies | Marketing |
We use various third-party services that may set their own cookies on your device when you visit our website. These include:
We use Google Analytics to understand how our website is being used. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:
We use Taboola for content recommendations and advertising. Taboola may use cookies to:
We may also work with other third-party service providers for analytics, advertising, and content delivery. Each service has its own privacy policy and cookie usage practices.
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect your experience of our website and the services we are able to offer.
For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, please visit:
Cookies can be categorized by their lifespan:
The specific lifespan of each cookie is detailed in our cookie table above. Some cookies may have extended lifespans for purposes such as remembering your preferences across multiple sessions.
Under UK GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have the right to:
If you choose to disable or reject cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. This may include:
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and how you can manage your preferences.
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
If you are not satisfied with our response to your cookie-related concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).