Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At msvblinds.co.uk, we believe that online gambling should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or use gambling as a solution to money worries.
If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling, help is available and support is just a click away.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. All users of gambling websites must verify their age before accessing any games or placing bets.
If you are under 18, please do not use this site. Gambling is not suitable for young people and can lead to serious harm.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses: Trying to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping gambling activity secret from family and friends
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to time or money limits you set
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials: Using rent, bills, or food money to gamble
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to feel the same excitement
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Relationship problems: Gambling causing arguments with loved ones
- Failed attempts to cut back: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce gambling
If you experience any of these signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you are willing to lose during a specific period
- Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for hours, days, or weeks
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gambling sites for a set period or permanently
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Use these tools to manage your gambling responsibly and maintain control at all times.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you are struggling with gambling, professional support is available and completely confidential:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all licensed online casinos at once
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-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Information and support for problem gambling
All support services listed are free, confidential, and staffed by trained professionals.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. You do not have to struggle alone. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone you care about, professional support is available:
- Contact GamCare for free counselling: 0808 8020 133
- Register with GamStop to self-exclude from all licensed UK online casinos
- Speak to your GP (General Practitioner) for referral to specialist services
- Talk to a trusted friend or family member
Taking action today can change your life tomorrow. Help is available, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.