Responsible Gaming

Keep the spins entertainment, never a burden

Important Notice

Gambling carries a real risk of addiction. If it's starting to weigh on your life, reach out for help now rather than later. Plenty of people have been there, and support lines run around the clock, every day.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Staking more than your budget can really handle
  • Letting work, family or other duties slide
  • Piling on more bets to win back what you lost
  • Borrowing cash or selling things just to keep playing
  • Covering up how much you actually gamble
  • Feeling on edge or low because of gambling
  • Not being able to cut back or walk away

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Wager only the cash you're fine to lose, and stop there.

Set Time Limits

Cap how long a session runs before you sit down.

Never Chase Losses

A losing run is part of the deal — don't bet to erase it.

Take Breaks

Step away often so you keep a clear head.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Be straight with yourself here. The prompts below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers is a signal worth acting on — get in touch with one of the organizations listed above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

Treat this as a self-check, not a diagnosis. For a proper assessment, call GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or your nearest gambling helpline.