Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to earn money. At fergalstrandy.co.uk, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Betting should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment with money you can afford to lose. Never gamble with money intended for essentials like rent, bills, food, or savings.
Age Verification
All users must be 18 years of age or older to access betting apps and services in the United Kingdom. We take age verification seriously and do not permit access to anyone under the legal gambling age.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, education, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling unable to stop or cut back on gambling despite wanting to
- Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or restlessness when not gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools
Most UK betting apps and operators offer the following responsible gaming tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gambling sessions to track time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block access to your account to take a break from gambling
- Bet Limits: Set maximum bet amounts to control individual wager sizes
- Time-Out: Pause your account for a cooling-off period (typically 24 hours to several weeks)
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available from these trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
www.gamstop.co.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist service for problem gambling
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
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Information and support for problem gambling
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support, and trained professionals are available to assist you 24/7. Whether you need counselling, a self-exclusion service, or simply someone to talk to, the organisations above provide free and confidential help.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing you distress or harm, it's time to seek help.