Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At surrey-letting.co.uk, we believe that gambling should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. It is not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting sites should be used for fun, with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, help is available.
Age Verification
All betting sites featured on surrey-letting.co.uk require users to be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. This is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom.
If you are under 18, please do not use any gambling services. Gambling at a young age can be harmful to your development and future.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these warning signs that may indicate problem gambling:
- Chasing losses: Betting more money to try to recover losses
- Hiding gambling: Concealing betting activities or amounts spent from friends and family
- Spending more than intended: Consistently gambling longer or with more money than planned
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Gambling with borrowed money: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowed funds to gamble
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
- Relationship problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits
- Financial difficulties: Debt, unpaid bills, or financial instability due to gambling
- Preoccupation with gambling: Constantly thinking about past bets or planning future wagers
If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before you must stop gambling
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent
- Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (typically 24 hours to several weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account and prevent access to betting sites
Use these tools proactively to keep your gambling under control.
Support Organisations
If you need help with problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families. www.gamcare.org.uk | Phone: 0808 8020 133
- GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all online gambling operators in Great Britain. www.gamstop.co.uk
- National Problem Gambling Clinic: NHS-funded treatment for gambling disorder. www.cnwl.nhs.uk
Other Countries
- 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?
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please do not hesitate to seek help. Support is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Reach out to GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for immediate support.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your wellbeing is important.