Online Payment Facilities

Because we use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology, a standard supported by major internet browsers, all browsers accessing the site must be capable of supporting 128 bit cipher strength. Browser security can be checked by following the instructions below. 

All your personal and card details are protected using 128 bit encryption, when transmitted over the Internet. 

*Our electronic payments service will be temporarily unavailable between 7pm and 8pm on Monday 1st March 2010. This is to allow routine maintenance work to take place. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.*

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To check if your browser supports 128 bit cipher strength, follow these instructions: 

Internet Explorer

You can easily check the cipher strength of your browser, by clicking on the "Help", and "About Internet Explorer," buttons at the top of the screen. You will see the cipher strength listed in the window that pops up. 

If you do not have a cipher strength of 128 bit, you will need to update your copy of the browser. To do this, you will need to install the Internet Explorer "High Encryption Pack," which you can get by visiting the High Encryption Pack Download Page . 

Netscape Navigator 

If you are using Netscape navigator, check your browser settings or visit the Netscape Security Centre for further information. 

Once you have checked that you have the appropriate cipher strength, you can proceed to our Online Payments section.