Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Vicky's Bookkeeping, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or watching live sport. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits on both time and expenditure before you start playing. Remember that the odds always favour the house in the long term.
Age Verification
Gambling is only legal for individuals aged 18 years or older in the United Kingdom. If you are under the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction, you must not use any gaming services on this website.
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity and age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Unable to stop gambling or limit the amount spent
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
- Escalating Stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to stop or reduce gambling
- Gambling to Escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or difficult emotions
- Financial Problems: Debts, unpaid bills, or financial difficulties linked to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online casinos offer tools to help you gamble responsibly. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a specific timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive automatic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services
- Account Restrictions: Reduce your account features or limit access to certain games
We encourage you to use these tools. Speak to customer support if you need help setting up any of these features.
Support Organisations & Help Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, support is available:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) -
GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all GamStop-registered operators -
National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) – NHS-funded treatment
Available through your GP or local treatment centre
International Support Services
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Australia – Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au -
Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800 137 27 00
Do You Need Help?
If you or someone you care about is experiencing problems with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—professional support is confidential, free, and effective.
Contact one of the organisations above today. They are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and can provide support tailored to your needs.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, stop gambling and seek help. You are not alone, and recovery is possible.