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This page explains the cookies and similar technologies this website uses, why we use them and how you can control them.

Last updated: 12 October 2026

What cookies are

Cookies are small files that websites save on your device. Websites can also save information in your browser’s storage, which works in a similar way. This page covers both.

Cookies we always use

These keep the website secure and remember your cookie choice. The website cannot work properly without them, so they are always on.

NameSet byWhat it doesHow long it lasts
duckiee_cookie_consentThis website (browser storage)Remembers your cookie choicesUntil you change your choices or clear your browser
_grecaptchaGoogle reCAPTCHA (browser storage)Helps stop automated spam on our formsUntil you clear your browser
_GRECAPTCHAGoogle reCAPTCHA (google.com)Helps stop automated spam on our forms6 months
Cookies that are always on

Google reCAPTCHA only loads on pages with a form. The Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Analytics cookies

We only use these if you agree. They help us understand how people use this website, for example which pages they visit, so we can improve it. Google Analytics does not load until you allow analytics cookies.

NameSet byWhat it doesHow long it lasts
_gaGoogle AnalyticsTells visits apart2 years
_ga_9Z1Y41J4K6Google AnalyticsKeeps track of your visit2 years
Analytics cookies, only used if you agree

Performance cookies

We only use these if you agree. Microsoft Clarity shows us how people use our pages, for example where they click and how far they scroll, so we can make the website easier to use. Microsoft Clarity does not load until you allow performance cookies. The Microsoft Privacy Statement applies.

NameSet byWhat it doesHow long it lasts
_clckMicrosoft ClarityRemembers the Clarity ID for your browser and your settings1 year
_clskMicrosoft ClarityLinks the pages you view into one visit1 day
CLIDMicrosoft Clarity (clarity.ms)Records when Clarity first saw your browser on any website that uses Clarity1 year
MUIDMicrosoft (clarity.ms)Identifies your browser across Microsoft websites1 year
ANONCHKMicrosoft (clarity.ms)Shows that your Microsoft ID is not passed on for advertising10 minutes
MRMicrosoft (clarity.ms)Tells Microsoft whether to refresh the MUID cookie7 days
SMMicrosoft (clarity.ms)Keeps the MUID cookie in step across Microsoft websitesUntil you close your browser
Performance cookies, only used if you agree

If you manage this website

These are only set for people who log in to manage the website. Visitors do not get them.

NameSet byWhat it doesHow long it lasts
wordpress_logged_in_ and wordpress_sec_ (followed by a code)This websiteKeep you logged in securelyUntil you log out, or 14 days if you choose to stay logged in
wordpress_test_cookieThis websiteChecks your browser accepts cookies when you log inUntil you close your browser
wp-settings- and wp-settings-time- (followed by a number)This websiteRemember how you set up the admin screens1 year
_lscache_varyThis websiteMakes sure you see up-to-date pages while logged inUntil you log out
lge-home-freshThis website (browser storage)Refreshes the home page once after you log inUntil you clear your browser
Cookies for people who manage this website

Other services

This website uses Adobe Fonts to show its typeface. Your browser downloads the fonts from Adobe, which may record that a page was viewed so the fonts can be licensed. Adobe Fonts does not set cookies.

Change your choice

Use Manage cookies at the bottom of every page to change your choice at any time. If you turn analytics or performance cookies off, we stop using them. You can also delete cookies in your browser settings.

Questions

If you have a question about cookies, send us a message using our contact form or call freephone 0800 246 1782.