Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At markhowland.co.uk, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the casino, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

Gambling is only legal for individuals aged 18 years or older in Great Britain. All operators we affiliate with are licensed and regulated, and require age verification before allowing players to deposit and gamble.

If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, contact GamCare for support.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be aware of the following warning signs:

• Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time or money spent
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies due to gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Needing to gamble larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Failed attempts to stop or reduce gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Experiencing mood swings or depression related to gambling wins and losses

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.

Self-Help Tools & Protections

Reputable online casinos offer several tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Restrict the total amount you can lose before being locked out of your account
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing an operator's site for a set period (7 days to 5 years)
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

Take advantage of these tools to stay in control of your gambling.

Support & Helplines

If you are struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all licensed UK operators simultaneously
• Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

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 / 1-800-GAMBLER
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de

Need Help?

If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help today. It is never too late to reach out, and support is confidential and free.

Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk to speak with a trained counsellor.

Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop.