Last Update: February 2026
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Cookies perform different functions, such as:
We use the following categories of cookies:
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our website. They do not
require user consent.
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:
We configure Google Analytics to support IP anonymisation where applicable. The
information generated by these cookies may be transmitted to and stored by Google
on servers outside the UK.
These cookies are non-essential and are only placed on your device where you have
provided valid consent through our cookie consent mechanism.
Further information about how Google processes data can be found in Google’s Privacy
Policy.
We may also use similar technologies (such as pixels or local storage) for the same
purposes described above. When we refer to cookies in this policy, we include these
similar technologies.
You can find more information about cookies on the Information Commissioner’s
Office website: https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies/
Please note that restricting certain cookies may impact the functionality and
performance of the website.
You may be able to block cookies by activating the settings on your browser that allow
you to refuse the setting of all or some cookies.
You can also manage your preferences at any time through our cookie consent tool.
If you block strictly necessary cookies, some parts of the website may not function
correctly.
Unless you have adjusted your settings to refuse cookies, our system will issue strictly
necessary cookies when you visit our site. Non-essential cookies will only be issued
where consent has been obtained.
Where required by applicable law, we will obtain your consent before placing non-
essential cookies (including analytics cookies) on your device.
You may withdraw your consent at any time using our cookie management tool or by
adjusting your browser settings. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness
of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.
By continuing to use our website after being presented with our cookie options and
providing consent where required, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this
policy.