Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At hi-awards-2016.org.uk, we believe that online bingo and gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any gambling activities in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble. By using our affiliate services, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
- Gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win money back
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Failed attempts to control or reduce gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts related to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Responsible gaming operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose during a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic log-out times to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from gambling accounts
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
Always use these tools proactively to maintain control of your gambling habits.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free, confidential support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Phone: 0800 197 8225 - National Problem Gambling Clinic
Phone: 0203 228 0000
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) - www.bzga.de
Call to Action
If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support. The organisations listed above are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling. Your wellbeing is more important than any game.
Remember: It's never too late to ask for help.