Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
We believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is important to understand that casino games are designed for entertainment purposes and should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction) to gamble. All operators featured on nechs.org.uk are non-UK casinos and operate under international licensing. Please verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your country before engaging with any casino platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next gambling session
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Attempting to cut back or stop gambling but being unable to do so
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding the extent of your gambling from family, friends, or professionals
- Jeopardising important relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or cope with negative emotions
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or restlessness when not gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, it is important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Many online casinos offer responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Enable automatic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Timeouts: Set a time limit for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an online casino
Always use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits. Check with your chosen casino for their specific responsible gaming features.
Support Organizations
If you need help with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, information and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme allowing you to block access to online gambling operators
www.gamstop.co.uk
International Support Services
- Australia – Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council – Prevention, education and treatment resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling – Help and referral services
www.ncpgambling.org - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Information and support for problem gambling
www.bzga.de
Get Help Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please seek help. There is no shame in reaching out. Support is available, and recovery is possible. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional.
Remember: Your wellbeing is more important than any bet.