Cookie Notice

When you visit our website, we use small files known as cookies to enhance your experience. This page explains what cookies our site places on your device, why we use them, how long they stay, and how to manage them through your browser settings.

Why does our site use cookies?

We rely on cookies to deliver core functionality that helps our site work properly. Some cookies remember your choices as you navigate between pages, storing preferences like language selection or whether you’ve read certain notices. Others help us understand how visitors interact with our content—information that guides our editorial decisions. A third group protects the security of your browsing session by preventing unauthorised requests. We also use tracking cookies to measure which articles and sections attract the most reader interest.

What types of cookies does our site place?

Our website uses several categories. Strictly necessary cookies keep your session secure and ensure forms process correctly; these typically expire when you close your browser. Functional cookies remember your preferences across visits and may remain for weeks or months. Analytics cookies collect anonymous data about page views and user behaviour, helping us refine content and layout. Advertising and tracking cookies may be set by third-party partners to measure campaign performance. Finally, preference cookies store your choices for things like text size or theme, lasting several months.

How long do cookies remain on my device?

The lifespan varies by type. Session cookies disappear as soon as you close your browser. Other cookies may persist for weeks, months, or even a year depending on their purpose. We always aim to keep retention periods proportionate to the function each cookie serves.

How can I control or delete cookies?

Every major browser—Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge—offers built-in controls to manage cookies. You can typically block all cookies, allow only certain types, or clear existing ones from your device. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our site, though core content will remain accessible. Detailed instructions for your browser are available through its Help menu or settings panel.

Need to get in touch?

If you have questions about our use of cookies or how we handle your data, you can reach us through the contact form on our website. For concerns about gambling or mental health, organisations like GamCare operate a free helpline on 0808 8020 133 available 24 hours daily, offering confidential support to anyone affected by gambling.