Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At pglegal.co.uk, we believe gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. It's important to approach betting with a clear understanding that the house always has an edge, and losing is always a possibility.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Only bet what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. This is a legal requirement that protects young people from the potential harms of gambling.
If you are under 18, please do not use any betting sites. All licensed operators must verify your age before accepting bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop without you realizing it. If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past betting sessions
- Needing to bet more money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or professionals about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Gambling when you feel stressed, anxious, sad, or angry
- Losing control over how much time or money you spend gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Neglecting work, family, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or becoming irritable when not gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most licensed UK betting sites offer built-in tools to help you maintain control over your gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the total amount you're willing to lose over a set timeframe
- Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account to prevent access to betting sites
- Take a Break: Pause your account for a set period without closing it permanently
We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, you're not alone. Help is available 24/7 from these trusted organizations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for Great Britain
www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators simultaneously - Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support group meetings
Phone: 0370 050 8880 - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Phone: 020 7054 2766
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
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Phone: 0800 1 37 27 00
If You Need Help
Please reach out today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you think you have a problem or just want to talk to someone, the organizations above are here to support you confidently and without judgment.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. If you're worried about your gambling or someone else's, contact one of the support services listed above right away.