Cookie notice
The Production Report | Last updated: 19 August 2026
What are cookies?
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Why we use cookies
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Cookies we use
| Cookie | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
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| __stripe_sid | Tracks your session with Stripe during checkout to help prevent fraud | Necessary | Around 30 minutes |
| Cookie consent cookie | Remembers the choice you make in our cookie banner, so we don’t ask again on every visit | Necessary | [confirm duration once a consent tool is chosen] |
Necessary cookies
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Cookie consent
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We ask for your consent in line with UK data protection law, including UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.
Managing cookies in your browser
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Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time, for example if we add a new tool or change how we use cookies. We’ll update the date at the top of this page when we do.
Contact us
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