Cookie policy

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website that are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.

How are cookies used

We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately, in most cases, there are no industry-standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them or not, in case they are used to provide a service that you use.

Types of cookies we use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies - These cookies are essential for the website to function properly by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.

2. Performance Cookies - These cookies collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies a visitor, all information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous and is only used to improve how a website works.

3. Functionality Cookies - These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. For instance, a website may be able to provide you with local weather reports or traffic news by storing in a cookie the region in which you are currently located.

4. Targeting Cookies - These cookies are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaign. They are usually placed by advertising networks with the website operator’s permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organisations such as advertisers.

Managing cookies

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You will see a pop-up cookie consent banner when you first visit our site, which allows you to manage your cookie preferences.

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies and you can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the appropriate opt-out links provided in the cookie banner. You can also set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted.