Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
We want to remind all our visitors that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to cinema, dining out, or other leisure activities. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you begin playing.
Age Verification
All gambling in the United Kingdom is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any form of gambling, including betting on casino sites and sports betting platforms.
If you are under 18, or if you believe someone underage is gambling, please report this immediately to the relevant operator or contact the GamCare helpline.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling or gambling with money needed for essential expenses
- Neglecting family, work, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling behaviour
- Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling
- Continued gambling despite negative financial or personal consequences
If you experience any of these signs, please seek support immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites offer built-in tools to help you gamble responsibly. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before you stop gambling
- Stake Limits: Control the maximum bet size on individual bets or games
- Reality Checks: Pop-up reminders of how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent
- Time-Out or Cool-Off Periods: Temporarily restrict access to your account for a set period (hours or days)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account or exclude yourself from gambling for a longer period
Always use these tools to keep your gambling under control. Do not hesitate to set limits that feel right for your circumstances.
Support Organisations
If you are struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organisations offer confidential support and advice:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Free counselling, support, and information. Call their National Problem Gambling Clinic or access online chat support.
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Register to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators for a period of 6 months to 5 years.
- Gamblers Anonymous: UK-wide support groups offering peer support for those recovering from problem gambling.
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung — Offers gambling addiction support and resources
All of these organisations provide confidential, free, or low-cost support to those affected by problem gambling.
Get Help Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support, and recovery is possible.
Contact GamCare today: www.gamcare.org.uk or register with GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
Your wellbeing is important. Please gamble responsibly.