Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Scott Financial, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or playing sports. It should never be considered a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems.

Betting sites featured on our platform are licensed and regulated, but ultimately, the house has a mathematical advantage. Please only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or over to participate in any form of gambling. This is a legal requirement enforced by the Gambling Commission.

If you are under 18, or if you know someone who is, please do not engage in any gambling activities. Licensed operators are required to verify your age before accepting any bets.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or others, please seek help immediately:

• Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
• Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
• Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement (tolerance)
• Becoming anxious or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Lying to friends, family, or professionals about the extent of your gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, anxiety, depression, or other difficult emotions
• Jeopardising relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Hiding gambling activity or feeling shame about it

If you've identified with any of these signs, help is available and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most licensed UK betting operators provide the following tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a betting session or time period
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions showing how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic log-out times to prevent extended gambling sessions
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you need a break from gambling
• Cooling-Off Periods: Request a mandatory break before reactivating your account

We strongly encourage you to use these tools. There is no shame in setting limits—it's a responsible choice.

Support Organisations & Resources

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Blocks access to all UK-licensed online gambling operators for a period you choose (6 months to 5 years)
• Gamblers Anonymous – Peer-support meetings across the UK
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic (NHS) – Specialist treatment service
  Website: Specialist Gambling Service

International Resources

• 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 (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for support today. Problem gambling is treatable, and seeking help is a positive step.

There are free, confidential services available in the UK and around the world. You don't have to face this alone.

Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk now.