Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Salt of the Earth Heritage, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment with money you can afford to lose. Betting on new UK bookmakers should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Set a budget for entertainment purposes only, and remember that the odds always favour the bookmaker in the long term.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally in Great Britain. Gambling is strictly prohibited for anyone under the legal age. All UK bookmakers are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to place bets. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour? If so, problem gambling may be developing:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount wagered
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (bills, rent, food)
• Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
• Experiencing relationship problems related to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Failing to control or stop gambling despite wanting to
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools Available

Responsible UK bookmakers provide tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
• Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
• Reality Checks: Enable reminders during gambling sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
• Time-Out/Cool-Off: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (from 24 hours upwards)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account to prevent access to gambling services

These tools are available on all legitimate UK bookmakers. Use them proactively to protect yourself.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, these organisations provide confidential help and support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24 hours)
• GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online bookmakers simultaneously
• Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings for problem gamblers
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support (if applicable)

• 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 – www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

Seeking help for a gambling problem is a sign of strength, not weakness. Problem gambling is a recognised condition that can be treated effectively. The sooner you reach out for support, the sooner you can regain control of your life.

Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone close to you, organisations like GamCare and GamStop are here to help. All services are confidential, free, and available 24/7.

Don't suffer in silence. Contact GamCare today or call 0808 8020 133.

This information is provided for harm prevention purposes. All bookmakers operating in Great Britain must hold a licence from the UK Gambling Commission and be members of an approved Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme. For complaints about licensed operators, contact the UK Gambling Commission.