Cookie Policy
Last updated: 4 November 2026
We use a small amount of essential browser storage to make the site work. Optional analytics and marketing cookies are only set if you click "Accept all" in the cookie banner. You can change your choice at any time using the "Cookie settings" link in the footer.
Essential storage (always on)
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cep_cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie choice | Until you clear it |
| uk_energy_language_pref | Remembers English or Welsh | Until you clear it |
| changeenergy_recent_searches | Shows your recent searches in the search bar | Until you clear it |
| cep_admin | Keeps site administrators signed in (admin area only) | 8 hours |
Optional analytics and marketing cookies (only with consent)
If you accept, and if they are enabled on the site, these providers may set cookies:
| Provider | Typical cookies | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | _ga, _ga_* | Counting visits and understanding how the site is used |
| Google Tag Manager | Depends on configured tags | Loading analytics tags |
| Meta Pixel | _fbp | Measuring visits from Facebook and Instagram adverts |
Anonymous performance measurements
For a sample of visits we record page-speed figures (such as how long the page took to load) together with the page address. These contain no cookies and no personal identifiers.
Managing cookies
Use "Cookie settings" in the footer to change your choice. You can also delete cookies and site data in your browser settings; the banner will then appear again.