Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At dandddancepromotions.co.uk, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any entertainment activity, it should only be enjoyed with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, we encourage you to seek help immediately.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction to access and use gambling services. If you are under the legal age, you must not use our site or any affiliated casino platforms.
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour?
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from friends, family, or partners
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to spending limits or stop when you intended to
- Gambling with money you can't afford to lose: Using rent, bill, or essential expense money for gambling
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or important events due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotions
- Lying about gambling: Deceiving others about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Increasing bets: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Borrowing money to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Relationship or financial problems: Gambling is causing conflict with loved ones or financial difficulties
If you've identified with any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for an extended period (typically 6 months to permanent)
Always use these tools if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic.
Support & Help Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (Free, 24/7) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all GamStop-registered operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings and recovery programmes
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Phone: 0330 094 0322 - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
Phone: 0203 228 0435
International Support
- 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
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Do You Need Help?
If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support – problem gambling affects many people, and recovery is possible.
Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to your GP. The sooner you reach out, the sooner you can get the help you need.
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it's not, it's time to seek help.