Responsible Gaming

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Safe Gambling Tips

Set a Budget

Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Set a budget before you start and stick to it. Never chase losses or borrow money to gamble.

Set Time Limits

Decide how long you'll play before you start. Take regular breaks and don't let gambling interfere with your daily responsibilities or relationships.

Understand the Odds

Remember that the house always has an edge. Gambling is entertainment, not a way to make money. Learn the rules and odds before you play.

Don't Gamble Alone

Talk to friends and family about your gambling. Keep it social and fun. If you feel isolated or secretive about gambling, it may be a warning sign.

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Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Recognising the warning signs early can help you take action before gambling becomes a serious issue. Ask yourself if any of these apply to you:

Chasing Losses

Gambling more to try to win back money you've lost

Hiding Your Gambling

Lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend gambling

Financial Problems

Borrowing money, selling possessions, or struggling to pay bills because of gambling

Neglecting Responsibilities

Missing work, ignoring family obligations, or neglecting self-care due to gambling

Unable to Stop

Finding it difficult to stop or cut back on gambling even when you want to

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Self-Exclusion & Gambling Controls

If you need to take a break from gambling, there are several tools available to help you. All UK licensed casinos are required to offer these features:

GAMSTOP Self-Exclusion

Register with GAMSTOP to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling sites for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.

Visit GAMSTOP →

Deposit Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit. These limits cannot be increased immediately, giving you time to reconsider.

Session Time Limits

Set limits on how long you can play in a single session. You'll receive alerts when approaching your limit.

Reality Checks

Enable pop-up reminders that show how long you've been playing and your wins/losses during the session.

Cooling-Off Periods

Take a short break from gambling for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days without fully self-excluding.

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Help & Support Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. These organisations provide free, confidential support:

GamCare

Free information, support, and counselling for problem gamblers in the UK.

Helpline: 0808 8020 133

Available: 24 hours, 7 days a week

www.gamcare.org.uk →

BeGambleAware

Free, confidential help and advice about gambling problems.

Helpline: 0808 8020 133

Live Chat: Available on website

www.begambleaware.org →

Gamblers Anonymous

A fellowship of people who share their experience and support to help each other recover.

Format: In-person & online meetings

www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk →

Gordon Moody

Residential treatment and support for those severely affected by gambling addiction.

Services: Residential & online programmes

www.gordonmoody.org.uk →

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Support for Friends & Family

Problem gambling doesn't just affect the gambler—it can impact everyone around them. If someone you care about has a gambling problem, you're not alone. Support is available for you too.

GamAnon

Support groups for anyone affected by another person's gambling. Find local meetings and resources at www.gamanon.org.uk

GamCare Family Support

GamCare offers dedicated support for family members and friends of problem gamblers. Call the helpline on 0808 8020 133 for advice.

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Underage Gambling Prevention

Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over in the UK. We take underage gambling prevention seriously.

For Parents

Use parental control software to block gambling sites
Talk to your children about the risks of gambling
Never share your gambling account details

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