Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At The Kent Running Coach, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only – never as a way to make money or solve financial problems. The house always has an edge, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to use any online casino services in the United Kingdom. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not access gambling websites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to prevent underage access to gambling platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
- Neglecting work, school, family, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or taking out loans to gamble
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most reputable online casinos offer the following responsible gaming tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a temporary break from gambling (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and ban yourself from accessing gambling services
- Account Restrictions: Limit payment methods or set spending caps on your account
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) - GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme – self-exclude from all licensed online casinos across the UK
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support meetings
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Other Countries
- 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:
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer free, confidential help and can provide practical advice and counselling.
You are not alone, and help is always available.