Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
This cookie policy explains what cookies and similar tracking technologies are used on this website, why they are used and how you can control them. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further detail on how we handle personal data.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, to improve performance and to provide information to the site operators. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services that the website uses (third-party cookies).
Similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixel tags and local storage, serve comparable purposes. References to “cookies” in this policy include these related technologies unless stated otherwise.
Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas and the operation of cookie consent preferences. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate as intended. Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent under UK privacy regulations.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about which pages are visited, how long visitors spend on each page, which links are clicked and whether any errors are encountered. The data collected is aggregated and anonymised, meaning it cannot be used to identify individual visitors.
Analytics data helps us improve the quality and relevance of our content, identify technical issues and understand which topics are most useful to our readers. These cookies are placed only with your consent.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember choices you make on the website, such as your cookie consent preferences. They improve your experience by retaining settings across visits so that you do not need to reconfigure them each time. These cookies are placed only with your consent.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this website are set by third-party services that we use to support the site’s operation. These include analytics platforms and font delivery services. Third-party providers have their own cookie and privacy policies, which govern how they process data collected through their cookies. We encourage you to review those policies directly.
We use Google Fonts to deliver typefaces on this website. Google may collect limited technical data (such as your IP address) when fonts are loaded. You can review Google’s privacy practices at policies.google.com/privacy.
How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can exercise this right in the following ways:
Browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically configure your browser to block all cookies, block only third-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close the browser. The specific steps vary by browser. Instructions for the most widely used browsers are available at:
Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
Apple Safari: support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471
Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/manage-cookies
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie controls as they are required for the website to function.
Data Retention for Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually. Analytics cookies used on this website are typically retained for up to 26 months. Functional cookies that store your preferences are retained for up to 12 months.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology or changes in applicable law. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
Further Information
If you have questions about the cookies used on this website, please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on how to contact us. For general information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.
For information about your data protection rights, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office at ico.org.uk.