Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Effie Romain, we believe gambling should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting sites and casinos are designed to be games of chance where the house always has a mathematical edge. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting sites. It is illegal for operators to offer gambling services to anyone under the legal age.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of the following warning signs. If you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself or someone else, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Spending more time gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative feelings
- Neglecting family, work, hobbies, or other responsibilities
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or restlessness when unable to gamble
- Jeopardising relationships, education, or career opportunities
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you gamble responsibly. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session or period
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during gambling sessions to remind you how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from a betting site for an extended period, preventing you from accessing your account
We strongly encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling may be becoming problematic.
Get Help – Support Organisations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of the following organisations. Help is confidential, free, and available 24/7:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators - National Problem Gambling Clinic
Specialist NHS service for problem gambling treatment
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: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374
If You Need Help
There is no shame in seeking support. Problem gambling is a recognised condition, and organisations like GamCare and GamStop exist specifically to help you. Whether you think you may have a problem or you are concerned about someone else, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet.