Legal Age For Gambling
Please note - in most countries in the world, including the United Kingdom, you must be 18 or over to legally gamble. In some countries this age limit is 21. Please check your local laws to ensure that it is legal to gamble where you reside.
What To Do If You Have A Problem With Gambling
If you think you have a problem with gambling then there are a number of organisations that can help. These are listed at the bottom of every page on our website.
If you have a problem with gambling, or would just like to talk to someone for advice
- BeGambleAware.org
- GamCare.org
- Gambling Therapy
- Gamblers Anonymous
- GAMSTOP
- Safer Gambling
- National Gambling Helpline (UK) - Call free on 0808 8020 133 (24 hours a day)
Tips For Safer Gambling
These tips are provided by gambleaware.org and more information can be found at Advice If You Are Gambling
- Don't think of gambling as a way to make money
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
- Set a money limit in advance
- Set a time limit in advance
- Never chase your losses
- Don't gamble when you're depressed or upset
- Balance gambling with other activities
- Don't take your bank card with you
- Take frequent breaks
- Don't drink or use drugs when gambling
Other Things You Can Do To Help
Wherever you place your bets should have measures in place to help you control your gambling and bet safely. This may include
- The ability to set limits on your gambling activity or deposit limits
- The ability to self-exclude from betting indefinitely, or for a fixed period of time
- How to put gambling blocking software in place so that you can limit your activity
- How to monitor the amount of time you are spending gambling
- How to monitor your losses
