Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how MetroReport.uk (operated by Metro Report Media Ltd.) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It explains what cookies are, which categories we use, why we use them, and how you can manage or withdraw your consent. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners. Cookies may be set by MetroReport.uk (first-party cookies) or by third parties whose services we embed or partner with (third-party cookies).
Categories of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on MetroReport.uk:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of our website. They enable you to navigate the site, use security features, and access secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have requested (such as logging in or submitting a correction) cannot be provided. These cookies do not require your prior consent.
- Analytics and Performance Cookies: We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with MetroReport.uk — which pages are visited most, how users navigate the site, and whether any errors occur. This data helps us improve our content, site structure, and user experience. We aggregate and anonymise this information; no personally identifiable data is collected in standard analytics reports. Consent is required before these cookies are placed.
- Advertising Cookies: Where applicable, we may use advertising cookies to deliver relevant advertisements to you and measure the effectiveness of our commercial partnerships. These cookies track your browsing habits across websites and may be set by our advertising partners. They are used to build a profile of your interests and show you ads relevant to you. We only place these cookies with your explicit consent.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes: to ensure our website functions correctly and securely; to analyse and improve site performance and editorial content; to remember your preferences (such as cookie consent choices); and, with your consent, to support our commercial operations through targeted advertising and sponsored content measurement. Editorial decisions are made independently of any cookie-based data.
Consent and How to Manage Cookies
When you first visit MetroReport.uk, a cookie banner will ask for your consent to non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising). You can accept all categories, reject all non-essential cookies, or customise your settings. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
You can also manage or block cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, or block cookies for specific sites. For guidance, please visit your browser’s help pages:
If you disable strictly necessary cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly.
Third-Party Cookies
Our pages may include embedded content from third-party services (such as social media feeds, video platforms, or mapping tools). These services may set their own cookies. We also work with advertising partners who may set cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies. You should review the cookie policies of those providers for further information. Our Ownership & Funding page lists our commercial partners.
Retention Periods
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period, typically between 30 days and 2 years, depending on their purpose. Analytics cookies are retained for up to 26 months. You can delete cookies at any time via your browser settings.
Relation to Our Privacy Policy
For full details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, including information about your rights under UK data protection law, please see our Privacy Policy. Cookie data is treated as personal data where it can identify you.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact our privacy team at privacy@metroreport.uk. You can also write to us at our registered address: 9 Dallington Street, 3rd Floor, London EC1V 0BQ, United Kingdom. For general enquiries, visit our Contact page. For more about our editorial standards, see our Sources & Standards and Editorial Policy pages.
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