Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Braithwaite General Store, we believe that casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Casino games are designed with a mathematical advantage for the house. No strategy or system can guarantee winnings. Always play within your means and set strict limits before you start.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in online casino gaming in Great Britain. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble.
If you are under 18, please do not access casino websites. If you are aware of a minor gambling, please contact the relevant authorities or support organizations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Hiding your gambling activity or lying about how much you spend
- Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or emotional distress
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, relationships, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or control gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it's important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools and Controls
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Spending Limits: Cap your total spending on casino games
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing casino sites
- Time-Out Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set duration
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling. Responsible operators make these features easily accessible and free to use.
Support Organizations and Resources
If you are struggling with problem gambling, confidential help and support are available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop: National self-exclusion register for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online casinos - Gamblers Anonymous: Peer support groups and recovery programme
Telephone: 020 7384 3060
Other Regions
- 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: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany — Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA):
Telephone: 0800 1 372 374 (free helpline)
All of these organizations provide free, confidential support and do not report to authorities unless there is a serious safeguarding concern.
If You Need Help
If you are struggling with gambling, please reach out today. There is no shame in asking for help, and support is available 24/7.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for confidential support.
You can also register with GamStop to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators immediately.
Remember: Recovery is possible, and you are not alone.
This Responsible Gaming information is provided for educational purposes. Braithwaite General Store is committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling. If you have concerns about your gambling or the gambling of someone you know, please seek professional support from one of the organizations listed above.