Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At caradoccatering.co.uk, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed purely as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should always be an activity you can afford to lose, with money you can comfortably spare. If you find yourself viewing gambling as income or a solution to financial difficulties, it may be time to seek support.
Age Verification
All gambling services in the UK are strictly reserved for individuals aged 18 years and over. If you are under 18, you must not participate in any betting or gambling activities. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement before accessing any betting site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of these warning signs in your behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling: Being secretive about the amount or frequency of your betting
- Increasing stakes: Needing to bet more money to get the same level of excitement
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial strain: Borrowing money, using credit, or struggling to pay bills because of gambling
- Emotional distress: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Loss of control: Gambling for longer periods or with more money than intended
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting sites offer built-in tools to help you gamble responsibly. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose over a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gambling session showing how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a betting site for a specified duration (typically 6 months to 5 years)
We strongly encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling activity.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling or suspect you may have a problem, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, support, and information for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – The national gambling self-exclusion scheme. Register to exclude yourself from all online gambling operators in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings across the UK
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Telephone: 020 7188 8662
International Support Services
- 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 | Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
Call to Action
If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. Speaking to someone about your concerns is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you contact GamCare, GamStop, Gamblers Anonymous, or your GP, support is available and free. Do not suffer in silence—help is just a phone call or click away.
Last updated: 2026