What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be 'session' cookies (which are deleted when you close your browser) or 'persistent' cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
How we use cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and to understand how visitors use our site. The cookies we use fall into the following categories:
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Cookies used:
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie consent preferences (expires after 12 months)
Functional cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Cookies used:
- enquiryData: Temporarily stores form submission data to display on the thank you page (session cookie, deleted after use)
Managing cookies
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from being set
- Allow cookies only from specific websites
Browser-specific instructions
For detailed information on managing cookies in your specific browser, please visit:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Local storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to remember your preferences and improve your experience. Local storage works similarly to cookies but can store larger amounts of data and doesn't expire automatically.
Local storage items we use:
- cookieConsent: Your cookie preference choice
- enquiryData: Temporary storage of form data between submission and thank you page
You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing your browsing data.
Third-party cookies
We do not currently use third-party cookies for analytics, advertising, or tracking purposes. Our website does not integrate with third-party services that would place cookies on your device.
Impact of disabling cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Specifically:
- The cookie consent banner will reappear each time you visit
- Form submissions may not work correctly
- Your preferences may not be saved
However, you will still be able to browse the website and view most content.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 47 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8AY, United Kingdom