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Responsible gambling

Keep it fun, keep it in control

Betting should be entertainment you can afford — never a way to make money, and never a way to chase back a loss. You must be 18 or over to gamble in the UK. If it stops feeling like fun, help is free and close at hand.

Set your limits before you start

  • Decide a budget you can comfortably afford to lose, and treat it as the cost of entertainment.
  • Use the deposit, loss and time limits that UK-facing operators provide.
  • Take regular breaks and turn on reality-check reminders where available.
  • Never bet to recover losses, and never bet with money set aside for essentials.
  • Don't gamble when you're stressed, upset or under the influence.

Warning signs worth taking seriously

Spending more than you planned, chasing losses, betting to escape worry, hiding it from people close to you, or borrowing to fund it — any of these is a reason to pause and reach out. Difficulty stopping is common and treatable, and asking for help early makes a real difference.

Tools that can help right now

  • Self-exclusion — block yourself from operators across Great Britain through GAMSTOP.
  • Deposit and time limits — set them in your account before you play.
  • Bank gambling blocks — many UK banks let you block gambling transactions.
  • Talk to someone — free, confidential advice is available day and night.

Free, independent UK support

These organisations are independent of any operator and of this site. They're free, confidential and a good first step.

UK Gambling CommissionGambling regulator for Great BritainOpen resource →GAMSTOPFree self-exclusion schemeOpen resource →GamCareSupport, advice and the National Gambling HelplineOpen resource →GambleAwareIndependent advice and treatment referralOpen resource →

The National Gambling Helpline, run by GamCare, is available 24 hours a day on 0808 8020 133. In an emergency, always contact your local emergency services.