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COOKIES POLICY

How Reform UK uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites and digital platforms.

Last Updated: 7th July 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Reform UK Party Ltd ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites and digital platforms.

This policy applies to:

  • The main Reform UK website(s); and
  • Where stated, associated digital platforms including Reform Pro.

We use cookies to ensure our services function correctly, to improve user experience, and (where permitted) to analyse usage and engagement.

We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 (PECR), the UK GDPR where applicable, the Data Protection Act 2018 and relevant guidance issued by the Information Commissioner's Office. Except where cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our services, cookies will only be placed with your prior, informed, opt-in consent.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to:

  • Recognise your device
  • Remember preferences
  • Enable secure functionality
  • Collect analytical information

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser), or
  • Persistent cookies (stored for a defined period)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our services. They include cookies used for:

  • Website security and fraud prevention
  • User authentication and session management
  • Secure access to member or staff areas
  • Payment processing and form submission protection

These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under PECR Regulation 6.

Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites, such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on the site
  • Error reporting and performance metrics

Analytics cookies are only set where you have given consent.

Functionality Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies allow us to remember choices you make, such as:

  • Language preferences
  • Region or login preferences

They improve usability but are not essential.

Targeting / Engagement Cookies (Consent Required)

Where used, these cookies help measure engagement with content and communications. We do not use cookies for intrusive commercial advertising or third-party ad networks.

Some cookies are placed by carefully selected third-party providers who deliver services on our behalf, such as website analytics, payment processing or embedded content. These providers may process information in accordance with their own privacy information where applicable.

4. Cookie Table

The following table lists the principal cookies currently used on our websites. This table is reviewed periodically and updated where necessary.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Expiry Category
_ga Google Analytics 4 (GA4) Website usage analytics 24 months Non-essential
csrftoken Security Prevent cross-site request forgery Session Essential

This table will be updated as cookies are added, removed, or changed.

5. Cookie Consent & Management

When you first visit our website(s), you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences

You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by:

  • Updating your cookie settings; or

Most web browsers also allow you to manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of our website.

Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

Your cookie preferences are recorded and respected on future visits unless you choose to change them or clear your browser cookies.

6. Reform Pro – Specific Note

Where cookies are used within Reform Pro, they are deployed primarily for:

  • Secure authentication and access control
  • Platform functionality and service integrity
  • Limited analytics to ensure platform stability and performance

Reform Pro cookies are:

  • Configured in line with this Cookies Policy; and
  • Aligned with the Reform Pro Privacy Notice and relevant DPIA documentation.

Where Reform Pro introduces additional or materially different cookies, this policy and the cookie table will be updated accordingly.

7. Contact

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact the Data Protection Officer:

[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to accept cookies?

No. You may reject any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the operation of our website.

Can I change my mind later?

Yes. You can update your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie settings or through your browser controls.

Will rejecting cookies stop the website working?

No. Essential cookies remain active to allow the website to function securely, but some optional features or personalised functionality may be unavailable.

Document Owner

Version: 2.0

Effective Date: 7 July 2026

Review Date: 6 July 2027

Document Owner: Data Protection Officer