Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Betting and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the operator, and you should never bet more than you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to use betting apps or access casino services.
All operators featured on nhs100k.com require age verification before allowing access to betting platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Increasing the amount wagered to achieve the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Experiencing relationship strain or financial difficulties
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most responsible betting operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a chosen timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from a betting platform
We recommend using these tools proactively as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with gambling, help and support are available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Block access to all UK-regulated gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer help
Telephone: 0207 384 3060 - National Gambling Treatment Service – NHS-funded treatment
Available through your GP or local NHS services
International Support
- 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
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't suffer in silence. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact GamCare today on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for free, confidential support.
You can also register with GamStop to self-exclude from all UK-regulated gambling operators.
Remember: Your wellbeing is more important than any bet.