Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we provide information about the best online casinos, we strongly encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.
Remember: the house always has an edge, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in the United Kingdom is strictly regulated and only available to individuals aged 18 years or older. This is a legal requirement enforced by the UK Gambling Commission.
We do not permit access to gambling services for anyone under the legal age. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or play on any online casino.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more
- Hiding Your Gambling: Keeping your gambling activity secret from family or friends
- Spending More Than Planned: Regularly gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or control gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Gambling to Escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lying About Gambling: Being dishonest about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Financial Problems: Experiencing debt, bill arrears, or financial difficulties due to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer built-in tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose during a session or time period
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to encourage breaks
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications showing how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block access to your account
- Account Restrictions: Reduce betting limits or disable certain features
We recommend using these tools as part of a responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organisations & Help Services
If you are struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of the following organisations. Support is available, and these services are confidential and free:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all licensed UK online casinos - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Gambling Helpline (Samaritans)
Telephone: 116 123 (available 24/7)
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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800 1372700
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in asking for support – problem gambling is a recognised condition, and professional help is available.
Contact one of the organisations listed above, speak to a trusted friend or family member, or consult your GP for local referrals to gambling support services.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
This responsible gaming information is provided for educational purposes. School of Art Bournville is committed to promoting safe and responsible online gambling. For the most current information on UK gambling regulations, visit the UK Gambling Commission.