Cookie Policy
Last modified: February 15, 2025
1. Cookie Policy
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners about how the site is being used.
Cookies help us to:
- Improve website performance and usability
- Understand how visitors interact with our site
- Recognise returning users and tailor content accordingly
- Maintain security and reliability
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. They help us recognise you when you return to our website.
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted once you close your browser. They support basic website functionality and do not store personal data.
Essential Cookies
Required for the core functionality of the website. Without these, certain features may not operate correctly.
Non-Essential Cookies
Used for analytics, performance tracking, and improving the user experience. These can be disabled without affecting core website functionality.
First-Party Cookies
Set directly by our website.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external providers (such as analytics services) to help us understand website usage and performance.
3. Cookies Used on This Website
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and analyse site usage | 2 years | Non-Essential (Analytics) |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to track visitor behaviour and usage patterns | 1 day | Non-Essential (Analytics) |
| _gat_gtag | Used by Google to manage request rates and performance | 1 minute | Non-Essential (Performance) |
| _wpe-auth | Used to support site performance and user session handling | Session | Non-Essential (Performance) |
All analytics data collected is anonymised and used solely to improve website performance and user experience.
4. Security
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie notice. By selecting “Accept”, you consent to the use of all cookies. You may also choose to enable essential cookies only.
You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality and performance of the website.
For guidance on managing cookies, please refer to your browser provider:
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
- Meta
- Apple Safari
- Safari (iOS)
- Opera
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us.