Cookies Policy

Last updated: 23 February 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how Dept.ILA (a trading name of Goward Property Law LLP) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device. Similar technologies (eg local storage, pixels, scripts) can also store or access information on your device. Under UK law (PECR), we must provide clear information about cookies and obtain consent for non-essential cookies.

1) Who we are

Controller/Website operator: Goward Property Law LLP (trading as Dept.ILA)
Address: 75 King William St, London EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7481 6862
Email: info@dept-ila.co.uk
SRA ID: 619032

2) What cookies we use and why

We use cookies to:

  • make the site work properly (security, page navigation, form/booking functionality);

  • remember your preferences (where enabled); and

  • measure and improve website performance (only if you consent).

Strictly necessary cookies
These are essential for the website to function and do not require consent (eg security cookies, load balancing, form/session cookies).

Analytics/performance cookies (optional)
These help us understand how visitors use the site (eg page visits, traffic sources). These cookies are only used if you consent.

Marketing cookies (optional)
If we ever use advertising or marketing pixels/cookies, these will only be used if you consent.

3) Cookie list (example)

Because cookies can vary depending on your device and on any tools/plugins in use (eg booking, video, analytics, consent tools), the exact cookies may change over time.

Common cookies on WordPress sites can include (examples only):

  • wordpress_logged_in_* / wordpress_sec_* (login/security)

  • wp-settings-* / wp-settings-time-* (preferences)

  • comment_author_* (if comments are enabled)

If you use analytics or embedded services, additional third-party cookies may be set only with your consent, where applicable.

4) How you control cookies

You can control cookies in several ways:

  • Cookie banner/settings (recommended): When you first visit, you may be shown a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. If your site provides a “Cookie Settings” link, you can change your choices anytime.

  • Browser settings: You can delete cookies and block future cookies via your browser settings. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect website functionality.

5) Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top shows when it was last revised.

6) Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact: info@dept-ila.co.uk.

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