Cookie Policy
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, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and how you use the site. This Cookie Policy explains how NewsGB uses cookies and similar technologies on newsgb.org.uk.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a number of purposes, which fall into the following categories:
- Essential — necessary for the website to function, allowing core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
- Performance and analytics — help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can measure and improve its performance.
- Functional — remember your choices and preferences, such as region or display settings, to give you a more personalised experience.
- Third-party — set by external services we use, for example embedded media or advertising partners.
Managing Your Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most web browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and be notified when a new cookie is set. Please note that if you choose to disable certain cookies, some parts of our website may not function as intended. You can usually find these settings in the ‘options’ or ‘preferences’ menu of your browser.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law or our practices. Our use of cookies and any personal data collected through them is governed by the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Where required, we will seek your consent before placing non-essential cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please get in touch via our Contact page. For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.