Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Collings Brothers, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Always gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or bet more than you intend.
If you're accessing this site from the UK, please be aware that we provide information about non-GamStop casinos. Responsible gambling practices apply equally to all forms of gaming.
Age Verification
Online gambling in the United Kingdom is only legal for individuals aged 18 years and over. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before participating in any gambling activities.
We do not knowingly permit access to gambling services by anyone under the legal age. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop quickly. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills, medication)
- Unable to stop or control gambling, despite wanting to
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Borrowing money to finance gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other responsibilities
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Increasing stakes or bet sizes to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Limit-Setting
Most reputable online casinos provide tools to help you gamble responsibly. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum loss limit to help you stop before losing more than you intended
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders to check how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set a maximum session duration to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an individual casino
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need a complete break from gambling
Use these tools proactively. Setting limits before you start playing is more effective than trying to control your behaviour during play.
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential support is available. Please reach out to:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counselling, information, and support
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) - GamStop — National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all GamStop-licensed operators simultaneously - National Problem Gambling Clinic
Specialist NHS treatment service in London with remote support available
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 | NCPG Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
All support services listed are confidential and free to access.
Need Help? Take Action Now
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling behaviour, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out — support services are available and recovery is possible.
Don't wait: Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (available 24/7) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for immediate support.
Your wellbeing is important. If gambling is causing you harm, please contact one of the organisations listed above today.