Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or recover financial losses. Always gamble responsibly and never spend more than you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. Always verify your age before participating in any betting or gambling activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Chasing losses by continuing to gamble to try to win back money
- Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, studies, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down or stop
- Lying about gambling habits or losses
Self-Help Tools
Most licensed UK betting sites offer practical tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss limits – cap the amount you can lose over a set period
- Reality checks – receive reminders of how long you have been playing
- Time-outs – take a short break from gambling for a set period
- Self-exclusion – block yourself from gambling sites for a longer period
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help, contact a trusted support service:
- United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom: GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
- 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 – www.bzga.de
- Other countries: Please contact the most relevant national gambling support organization in your region
Need Help?
If you recognise any warning signs in yourself or someone close to you, please seek help today. Speak to a trusted friend or family member, and contact a professional support service such as GamCare or GamStop. Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7.