Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At The Welsh Saucery, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to make money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to earn income or recover losses, it's time to seek help.
We encourage all visitors to gamble responsibly and within their means. Please read the information below to understand the risks and available support.
Age Verification
Gambling is strictly for persons aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom, or the legal gambling age in your country of residence. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to participate in gambling activities.
If you are under the legal age, please do not use any gambling services. If you are aware of underage gambling, please report it to the relevant authorities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Below are common warning signs to watch for:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Difficulty cutting back or stopping gambling despite wanting to
- Using gambling to escape problems or cope with negative emotions
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable betting operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during gambling sessions to remind you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gambling sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gambling. Contact the operator's customer support for assistance in setting these limits.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, support is available 24/7 from these organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24 hours daily) -
GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators -
Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer support
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk -
National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment
Website: CNWL NHS
International Support
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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
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
There is no shame in seeking help. Problem gambling is a serious issue that can affect your financial wellbeing, mental health, and relationships. Support is available, and recovery is possible.
If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above today. Help is just a call or click away.
Important Note
The Welsh Saucery (thewelshsaucery.co.uk) is committed to responsible gambling. While we provide information about non-GamStop betting sites, we strongly encourage all users to gamble responsibly and to use the self-exclusion tools and support services available to them. Gambling carries risks and should never be used as a source of income.