Cookies
Cookie policy
Which cookies we use, why, and how to change your choice.
Last updated: 14 October 2026
Cookies are small files a website saves on your device. We keep them to a minimum. Cookies that are not essential are only used if you agree, and you can change your choice at any time.
The cookies and similar storage we use
| Type | Name | Set by | Purpose | Kept for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | sic_consent | This website | Remembers your cookie choices | 6 months |
| Essential | sic.sid | This website | Keeps staff signed in to the content manager (not set for visitors) | 12 hours |
| Essential | Browser storage (sic-*) | This website | Remembers small choices, e.g. that you closed the “install app” message or already saw the welcome screen | Up to 14 days / until you close the browser |
| External media (optional) | Various (e.g. NID, YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE) | Google Maps, YouTube | Set by Google when a map or video is shown | Up to 2 years |
Embedded content
Some pages show maps (Google Maps) or videos (YouTube). These come from other companies that may set their own cookies. We only load them after you allow “External media”, or when you click to load one.
Payments
Card donations happen on Stripe’s secure checkout page, which uses its own essential cookies to prevent fraud. See Stripe’s cookie information.
How long we remember your choice
We remember your choice for 6 months, then ask again. You can also delete cookies in your browser settings at any time.
More about how we use personal data: privacy notice.
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