The Respiratory Network
Effective Date: 28 January 2026
Last Updated: 28 January 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Healthcare Insight Solutions Ltd, trading as The Respiratory Network (“we”, “us”, “our”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://www.therespiratorynetwork.co.uk.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your personal data.
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to set your preferences via our cookie consent banner. Where required by law, we will only place non-essential cookies (such as analytics and functionality cookies) if you consent. You can change your preferences at any time (see Section 5).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to provide information to the website owners.
Cookies may be “persistent” cookies or “session” cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use cookies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and member account access (including logging in). You cannot opt out of these cookies because the website cannot function properly without them.
3.2 Analytical / Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website (for example, which pages are visited most often, how users move around the site, and whether error messages appear). This helps us improve the way our website works. We only use these cookies where you have given consent (where required by law).
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as preferences and settings) and provide a more personalised experience. We only use these cookies where you have given consent (where required by law).
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties on our behalf. We use trusted third-party services that may set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These may include:
- Google Analytics (or similar analytics tools) – to help us understand how people use our website
- Website hosting, security, and content delivery providers – to deliver the website reliably and securely
- Embedded tools or integrations (for example, event registration or video content) – to provide specific features you choose to use
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party’s website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
5.2 Browser Settings
You can also control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
Browser-specific guidance:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
5.3 Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using the following links:
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Healthcare Insight Solutions Ltd
Trading as The Respiratory Network
Registered Office:
1 Grebe Close
Bradwell
NR31 8JT
Company Number: 16979303
Registered in: England and Wales
Email: events@therespiratorynetwork.co.uk
Website: https://www.therespiratorynetwork.co.uk
This Cookie Policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).