Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At derventioquartet.co.uk, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should always be fun and within your means. If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling habits, please seek help from the support organisations listed below.
Age Verification
All gambling in the UK is strictly regulated and only available to individuals aged 18 and above. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to participate in any form of gambling activity.
By accessing betting sites, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to try to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Feeling anxious or irritable when you try to reduce or stop gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
- Feeling a loss of control over your gambling habits
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or quit gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose over a set timeframe
- Time Limits: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from betting sites for a specified period, preventing access to your account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Use these tools proactively to maintain control of your gambling activities.
Support Organisations
If you are struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all licensed UK online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups across the UK
Helpline: 0207 384 3040
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)
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 37 27 00
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out – support services are confidential, free, and available 24/7.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk now.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's not, it's time to seek support.