Cookie policy
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This website is operated by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), which is the data controller for your personal data. This cookie policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information when you visit our website or receive emails from us.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for various purposes, such as:
- To remember your preferences and settings, such as your language, location, and display options.
- To enable certain functions and features of our website, such as maps, videos, and online forms.
- To measure and analyze how you use our website and improve its performance, functionality, and security.
- To deliver relevant and personalized content and advertising to you, both on our website and on third-party websites.
What types of cookies do we use?
We use different types of cookies on our website, which can be classified into four categories:
- Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in, filling in forms, or setting your privacy preferences. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of our website may not work without them.
- Performance cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources, so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular, and how visitors move around our website. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website or how well it performed.
- Functionality cookies: These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages, such as maps or videos. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
- Targeting cookies: These cookies are set by us or our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
How long do cookies last?
Cookies can remain on your computer or mobile device for different periods of time. Some cookies are session cookies, which means they are deleted when you close your browser. Other cookies are persistent cookies, which means they stay on your device until they expire or you delete them from your cache.
How can you control cookies?
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. You can use our cookie banner or cookie settings tool to accept or reject cookies when you visit our website. You can also change your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time. However, please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.
How do we update this cookie policy?
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website or by contacting you directly.
This cookie policy was last updated on 11 September 2023.
How can you contact us?
If you have any questions or comments about this cookie policy or our use of cookies, please contact us by:
- Phone: 03000 99 66 99
- Email: dataprotection@sepa.org.uk
- Post: SEPA Corporate Office, Strathallan House, Castle Business Park, Stirling FK9 4TZ