Cookies Policy
Last updated: 12 October 2025
We use essential cookies for core functionality and may use privacy‑friendly analytics to understand aggregate usage. You can control cookies in your browser settings.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites function, remember preferences and understand how people use the site. Similar technologies include local storage and pixels; we refer to these collectively as "cookies".
Types of cookies
- Essential: required for core features like navigation and security.
- Analytics (optional): aggregated usage insights to improve the experience.
Why we use cookies
- To keep the site secure and functioning as expected.
- To remember basic preferences (e.g., reduced motion).
- To understand which pages are helpful and improve the experience.
Consent & preferences
Optional cookies (like analytics) are used only where lawful and, where required, with your consent. You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing cookies or changing your preferences. If we add a cookie banner, it will let you accept, reject or customise non‑essential cookies.
Third‑party cookies
Some cookies may be set by third‑party service providers (e.g., analytics). We only use providers that respect privacy and do not collect personally identifying information via these cookies.
Managing cookies
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality. You can also use private browsing modes or browser add‑ons to reduce tracking.
Legal basis (UK PECR/GDPR)
- Essential cookies: legitimate interests (to provide a secure, functional site).
- Analytics (optional): consent where required; used to understand aggregate usage.
See our Privacy Policy for more on how we process personal data.
Current providers
We aim to use privacy‑friendly tools. We do not set advertising or retargeting cookies.
Essential cookies: First-party, keep the site secure and functioning, session only.
Analytics (optional): None in use by default. If enabled, aggregate usage insights.
Retention & expiry
Essential cookies typically last only for a session. If analytics are enabled, their lifetime is usually between 6 and 13 months. We periodically review providers and remove historical data after reasonable periods.
Browser controls
You can manage cookies in your browser:
Children & profiling
Our website is not aimed at children. We do not use cookies for behavioural advertising or profiling.
Changes
We may update this policy if we add or remove providers. We will update the "Last updated" date above.