Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Football betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose. Remember, the odds are always in favour of the bookmaker.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to place bets in the United Kingdom. This is a legal requirement. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services featured on this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover previous losses
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity from friends, family, or partners
- Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or cope with stress
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting operators offer responsible gaming tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a day, week, or month
- Stake Limits: Control the maximum amount you can bet on individual wagers
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block yourself from accessing betting accounts
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling activity.
Support Organisations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential help:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (Free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support and 12-step programme
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
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
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung – www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a recognised condition that can be treated. There is no shame in reaching out for support – help is free, confidential, and available right now.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk to speak to a counsellor.
This responsible gaming information is provided in accordance with UK Gambling Commission regulations. eastbourneshopmobility.org.uk is committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling.