Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Malham, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Online casinos are games of chance where the house always has a mathematical edge. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you play.
If you find yourself gambling more than intended or experiencing negative consequences, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction to use online casinos. Players accessing casinos from the United Kingdom must be 18+. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to register or play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs? If so, gambling may be becoming a problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover lost money
- Hiding gambling activity from friends, family, or partners
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social responsibilities
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Physical symptoms such as sleep problems or anxiety
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek professional support.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control. When playing at any casino, consider using:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the total amount you're willing to lose in a session
- Time Limits: Set alarms or reminders to limit your playing session duration
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders that show how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period (7 days to several months)
Always use these tools proactively to protect yourself and maintain control of your gambling.
Support Organisations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, confidential support is available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to exclude yourself from all UK-regulated online gambling sites - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
Referral available through your GP
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-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telefonberatung: 0800 1 372 374
All services listed above offer confidential, free, and non-judgmental support.
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or financial status. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations listed above are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and can provide practical support, counselling, and treatment options.
Don't suffer in silence. If gambling is causing problems in your life, contact one of the support organisations today. Help is available 24/7, and all services are confidential and free.
For more information on safer gambling practices, visit BeGambleAware.org.