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Find out how to manage cookies on the Information Commissioner’s Office website.

How we use cookies on local.kent.gov.uk

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Name Purpose Expires
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The directory on local.kent.gov.uk uses the following cookies:

Name Purpose Expires
JSESSIONID Used for session management. Expires when the browser session ends
PHPSESSID Used for session management. Expires when the browser session ends
__KBCookie__/kent/directory/ Used to store directory information such as saved shortlist records. Expires when the browser session ends
__KBLoggedIn__ Used to check if a user has signed into the website. Toggles various site features only accessible by account holders. Expires when the browser session ends
kbroker_presence_controller Used to remember dismissal of the cookie banner to prevent it from popping up again and to store accessibility settings (contrast mode and / or text size) if they are set. 365 days

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This directory has been set up to help you find local services and events available in your area. We make reasonable efforts to make sure that all information provided in the directory is accurate and up to date, but we do not accept any responsibility or liability for any errors in information. It is the responsibility of each individual service to update their information. For more information read our disclaimer.

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