Responsible Gambling

Our Commitment

We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and ensuring that sports betting remains a safe and enjoyable form of entertainment. We believe that betting should never be seen as a way to make money or solve financial problems.

All operators featured on royalteahistory.com must demonstrate strong responsible gambling measures and hold valid UK Gambling Commission licences, which require strict adherence to responsible gambling standards.

What is Responsible Gambling?

Responsible gambling means betting in a way that is safe, controlled, and within your means. It involves:

• Setting limits on how much time and money you spend on betting
• Never betting more than you can afford to lose
• Not betting when you are upset, angry, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Understanding that betting outcomes are based on chance and cannot be predicted
• Viewing betting as entertainment, not as a way to make money
• Taking regular breaks from betting

Setting Limits

All UK licensed betting operators are required to provide tools that help you control your betting:

• Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit into your account
• Loss Limits: Set limits on how much you can lose over a specific period
• Time Limits: Set limits on how long you can spend betting in a session
• Wager Limits: Set limits on how much you can bet on individual events or over a period

These limits can usually be set in your account settings and can be adjusted or removed after a cooling-off period. We encourage all bettors to use these tools to help maintain control over their betting activity.

Self-Exclusion

If you feel you need to take a break from betting, self-exclusion tools allow you to block access to your betting account for a set period. Self-exclusion periods typically range from 24 hours to permanent exclusion.

During a self-exclusion period, you will not be able to access your account or place bets. This is a serious step and should be used if you feel you are losing control of your betting.

Most UK operators also participate in GAMSTOP, a free service that allows you to self-exclude from all UK licensed gambling operators at once.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

It is important to recognize the warning signs of problem gambling:

• Spending more time or money on betting than you intended
• Chasing losses by betting more to try to win back money you have lost
• Lying to family or friends about your betting activity
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities because of betting
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund betting
• Feeling anxious, depressed, or irritable when not betting
• Betting to escape problems or relieve feelings of helplessness or guilt
• Needing to bet with increasing amounts of money to feel excitement

If you recognize these signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help.

Getting Help

If you are concerned about your betting or feel you may have a gambling problem, help is available:

GamCare

GamCare provides free information, advice, and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. They offer:

• Free confidential helpline: 0808 8020 133
• Live chat support through their website
• Online support forums
• Face-to-face support services

National Gambling Helpline

The National Gambling Helpline provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

• Helpline: 0808 8020 133
• Available 24/7 for immediate support

BeGambleAware

BeGambleAware provides information, advice, and free treatment for anyone affected by problem gambling. They offer:

• Comprehensive information about problem gambling
• Directory of treatment services
• Resources for friends and family
• Online self-assessment tools

GAMSTOP

GAMSTOP is a free service that allows you to self-exclude from all UK licensed gambling operators at once. You can exclude for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.

Age Restrictions

It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to place bets with UK licensed operators. All operators are required to verify the age of customers and refuse service to anyone under 18.

If you are under 18, you must not attempt to place bets or create accounts with betting operators. If you know someone under 18 who is betting, please report this to the operator or the UK Gambling Commission.

Underage Gambling

If you are concerned that someone under 18 is accessing gambling services, you can:

• Contact the operator directly to report the issue
• Report to the UK Gambling Commission
• Use parental control software to block access to gambling websites
• Contact support services for advice on protecting young people

Resources for Friends and Family

If someone you know has a gambling problem, support is also available for you:

• GamAnon: Support groups for friends and family of problem gamblers
• GamCare: Provides support and advice for anyone affected by someone else's gambling
• BeGambleAware: Resources and information for friends and family

Our Operator Standards

We only feature operators that demonstrate strong responsible gambling measures, including:

• Clear information about responsible gambling tools
• Easy access to deposit and time limits
• Self-exclusion options
• Links to support services
• Age verification processes
• Responsible advertising practices

Remember

Sports betting should be fun and entertaining. If betting is no longer enjoyable or is causing problems in your life, it is time to take a break or seek help. Remember:

• You cannot predict betting outcomes
• The house always has an edge in the long term
• Betting is not a way to make money
• Only bet what you can afford to lose
• Help is always available if you need it