Responsible Gaming

Enjoy the spin, but keep it in check

Important Notice

For some players, betting turns into a compulsion. If it's beginning to harm your day-to-day life, reach out straight away instead of putting it off. Others have walked this road, and help is a call away at any hour.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Staking sums that stretch past what you can spare
  • Letting jobs, family, or duties fall by the wayside
  • Raising your bets to recover earlier losses
  • Taking loans or selling things to fund a spin
  • Keeping your gambling quiet from those close to you
  • Feeling stressed or low because of it
  • Meaning to cut down yet failing to

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Pick a figure you can lose without worry and hold to it.

Set Time Limits

Give yourself a clock and honour it when time's up.

Never Chase Losses

A cold streak is just the odds; don't bet to undo it.

Take Breaks

Pause now and then to keep your head clear.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer honestly. These questions are based on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). If you answer “yes” to 2 or more, consider reaching out to one of the organizations 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?

This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.