Website Cookie Policy

Last updated: 17 April 2026

1. Introduction 

This Cookies Policy explains how the Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority (CWCA) uses cookies and similar

technologies on its website. 

It should be read alongside our: 
Corporate Privacy Policy 
Website Privacy Policy 

2. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience and provide information about how a website is used. 

Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while others may remain on your device for a longer period. 

3. How we use cookies 

CWCA uses cookies on its website to: 
ensure the website functions correctly 
improve the performance and usability of the website 
help us understand how visitors use the website 

We do not use cookies for advertising or profiling purposes. 

4. Types of cookies we use 

Essential cookies 
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and website security. 

Essential cookies do not require user consent. 

Analytics and performance cookies 

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information such as: 
pages visited 
time spent on the site 
how users navigate through the website 

This information is used in an aggregated and anonymised form to help us improve the website. 

Analytics cookies are only used where you have given consent through the website’s cookie controls. 

5. Managing cookies 

When you visit our website, you will be presented with a cookies banner that allows you to: 
accept or reject non‑essential cookies 
change your cookie preferences at any time 

You can also manage or delete cookies using your web browser settings. Instructions for managing cookies can be found in your browser’s help section. 

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect how the website functions. 

6. Thirdparty cookies 

Some pages on our website may contain content provided by third‑party organisations, such as embedded videos or external platforms. 

These third parties may set their own cookies. CWCA does not control these cookies and recommends that you review the relevant third‑party privacy and cookies policies. 

7. Changes to this Cookies Policy 

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation or how our website operates. 

Any updates will be published on this page. 

8. Contact details 

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact: 

Data Protection Officer 
Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority
contact@cheshireandwarrington-ca.gov.uk