Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this website in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By continuing to use this website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may manage or withdraw your consent at any time using your browser settings or, where available, a cookie consent banner.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, improve performance, and provide information to the site owner.

Cookies may include:

Essential cookies – required for the website to function correctly.
Analytics cookies – help understand how visitors use the site.
Functional cookies – improve user experience and remember preferences.
Third‑party cookies – set by embedded services such as fonts or videos.

This website does not use advertising or marketing cookies.

3. Types of Cookies Used on This Website

A. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to operate and cannot be disabled. They do not store personally identifiable information.

Basic site security and performance.
Ensuring pages load correctly.
Enabling contact form functionality.

B. Analytics Cookies (Non‑Essential)

Analytics cookies help me understand how visitors use the website so that I can improve its content and layout.

This website may use Google Analytics or a similar service to collect information such as:

Pages visited and time spent on the site.
Browser type and device information.
How you arrived at the site (e.g., search engine).

Where analytics are used, IP addresses are anonymised so that individuals cannot be directly identified. Analytics cookies are only used with your consent where a cookie banner is in place.

C. Functional & Third‑Party Cookies

Some features on this website rely on third‑party services that may set cookies, for example:

Web fonts (such as Google Fonts).
Embedded videos (such as YouTube or Vimeo), if used.
Scheduling or booking tools, if integrated in future.

These cookies may be used to deliver content efficiently or remember your preferences. They are only set when you interact with the relevant content.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies in several ways:

Browser settings: You can block or delete cookies through your browser. Blocking essential cookies may affect how the website functions.
Cookie banner (if available): You can choose to accept or reject non‑essential cookies.

For more detailed instructions, please refer to your browser’s help pages (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).

5. Third‑Party Services

This website may use third‑party providers to support its functionality and performance, such as:

Website hosting provider.
Google Analytics (if enabled).
Google Fonts (for font delivery).
YouTube or Vimeo (for embedded videos, if used).

These providers may set their own cookies when their content or services are loaded. They are selected with regard to their compliance with UK data protection requirements.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in cookie usage, website functionality, or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be available on this page.

7. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Email: sheila@sheilablamire.com
Telephone: 07724750071

This Cookie Policy is designed to support compliance with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).