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Cookie Policy

1.0 Use of cookies

A cookie is a small text file which is placed onto your mobile (or other electronic device) when you access the Website. We use cookies and other online tracking devices on the Website to:

  • recognise you whenever you visit the Website (this speeds up your access to the Website so you do not have to log on each time);

  • obtain information about your preferences, online movements and use of the internet;

  • carry out research and statistical analysis to help improve the Website content and services and to help us better understand our visitor and customer requirements and interests; and

  • make your online experience more efficient and enjoyable.

 The information we obtain from the use of cookies will not usually contain your personal data. Although we may obtain information about your device such as your IP address, your browser and/or other internet log information, this will not usually identify you personally. In certain circumstances we may collect personal information about you—but only where you voluntarily provide it (e.g. by completing an online form). In most cases we will need your consent in order to use cookies on this Website. The exception is where the cookie is essential in order for us to provide you with a service you have requested.

2.0 Third party cookies

We work with third-party suppliers who may also set cookies on the Website. These third-party suppliers are responsible for the cookies they set on our Website. If you want further information, please go to the website for the relevant third party. You will find additional information in the table below.

3.0 Description of cookies

The descriptions below provide more information about the cookies we use and why:

 _ga

This cookie is used to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. It is included in each page request and used to calculate visitor, session and campaign data for the sites analytics reports.

Duration: 2 years.

_gid

This cookie is used to distinguish users.

Duration: 24 hours.

4.0 How to turn off cookies

If you do not want to accept cookies, you can change your browser settings so that cookies are not accepted. If you do this, please be aware that you may lose some of the functionality of the Website. For further information about cookies and how to disable them please go to:  https://www.aboutcookies.org OR https://www.allaboutcookies.org