Responsible Gaming

Gambling as Entertainment

Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only play with money you can afford to lose. Never chase losses or treat gambling as a source of income.

Age Verification

In Great Britain, you must be 18 or older to gamble legally. Vegas Hero content on highlandmorayflag.co.uk requires age verification before you can deposit or play. We may ask for proof of age and identity at any time. Underage gambling is a serious offence and will lead to account closure and return of deposits where possible.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. You may need support if you:

• Chase losses by gambling more to win back money
• Hide gambling or lie about time and money spent
• Spend more than you can afford or use money meant for bills and essentials
• Borrow money, sell possessions, or use credit to gamble
• Neglect work, study, family, or relationships because of gambling
• Feel anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down
• Gamble to escape stress, anxiety, or low mood

Self-Help Tools

Use account controls to help you stay in charge:

• Deposit limits — cap how much you can add to your account daily, weekly, or monthly.
• Loss limits — set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a chosen period.
• Reality checks — receive on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent.
• Time-outs — take a short break from gambling for a period you choose.
• Self-exclusion — block yourself from your account for a set period or permanently.

Support Organizations

If you are in Great Britain, contact these free and confidential services:

• GamCare — helpline, live chat, and local support across the UK.
• GamStop — free self-exclusion from all UK-licensed online gambling sites.

For players outside Great Britain, these national organizations can help:

• Australia — Gambling Help Online
• Canada — Responsible Gambling Council
• United States — National Council on Problem Gambling
• Germany — Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)

Seek Help Now

If you think you or someone you know has a gambling problem, do not wait. Reach out to GamCare for confidential support, or register with GamStop to block access to UK online gambling sites. Help is available 24 hours a day.