Cookie Policy
Last Updated August 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how NDORS Lancashire (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.
We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
By selecting your preferences on our cookie banner, you can accept, reject, or customise the cookies we use.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve performance, and provide insights into how visitors use the site.
Cookies may be:
- Essential – required for the website to function
- Non-essential – such as analytics or advertising cookies, which require your consent.
We use both session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain for a set period).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly
- Improve site performance and security
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Enhance user experience
- Analyse traffic using Google Analytics (only with your consent)
- We do not use cookies for advertising or profiling.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the website to operate. They do not require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | First/Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent_status | Stores your cookie preferences | 6–12 months | First-party |
| session_id | Maintains secure session state | Session | First-party |
Without these cookies, parts of the website may not function.
B. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics – Non-Essential)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance. They run only if you consent.
Google Analytics may collect:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Browser and device type
- General geographic region (not precise location).
We have configured Google Analytics to:
- Anonymise IP addresses
- Prevent cross-site tracking
- Avoid sharing data for advertising purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | First/Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_<container_id> | Maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _gid | Distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
Google’s privacy information: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out tool: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your preferences.
You can change your preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies.
Browser-specific guidance:
Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/cookies
Safari (iOS): https://support.apple.com/HT201265
Android: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416
Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party providers such as Google Analytics. These providers may process data outside the UK, but Google Analytics is configured to anonymise IP addresses and minimise data sharing.
We do not use advertising, tracking, or social media cookies.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Data Controller: NDORS Lancashire
Email: ndors@lancashire.police.uk