COOKIE POLICY

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Sedgwick Parish Council (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies set by the website owner are called “first party cookies”. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third party cookies”.

Why do we use cookies?

We use first party and third party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our Websites to operate, and we refer to these as “essential” or “strictly necessary” cookies. Other cookies also enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our Websites. Third parties may serve cookies through our Websites for advertising, analytics and other purposes. This is described in more detail below.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

Ensure the proper functioning of our website

Remember your preferences (such as language settings)

Collect anonymous analytical data to help us improve the website

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for you to browse the website and use its features.

Performance/Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

Third-Party Cookies: Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as embedded content from external sites. We have no direct control over these cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

For more information on how to control cookies, visit AboutCookies.org.uk.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legislation. Any updates will be posted on this page and are effective immediately upon posting.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact the Clerk at Sedgwick Parish Council via the contact details provided on our website.