Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At froebelianleadership.co.uk, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment. Betting sites should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
All UK betting sites are strictly regulated and require users to be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. If you are under 18, gambling is illegal and we urge you not to participate.
It is your responsibility to ensure you meet all legal requirements in your jurisdiction before accessing any betting site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of these common warning signs that may indicate problem gambling:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding or lying about the amount you're gambling
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Spending more time gambling than intended
- Neglecting family, work, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to cut down or control gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
If you recognise any of these signs in your behaviour, it's important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most regulated UK betting sites offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during your gaming session to remind you how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a betting site
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Account Closure: Close your account if you feel you cannot control your gambling
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support groups across the UK
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 (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
Need Help?
If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out—trained professionals are available and want to support you.
Remember: Gambling should always be a form of entertainment you can afford to lose, not a solution to financial problems or a way to escape difficult emotions.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (24/7, free and confidential) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk to speak to someone today.