Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Blues Rock Revue, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Sports betting and casino games are games of chance 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
UK law requires all players to be at least 18 years of age or above the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction to participate in gambling activities. If you are under 18, please do not use our recommended betting sites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to prevent underage access to gambling platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount gambled
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Neglecting work, family, or social commitments due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or depression related to gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed UK betting sites offer the following tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can lose over a set timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications reminding you how long you've been gambling
- Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for hours, days, or weeks
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a betting site for a fixed period or permanently
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
We recommend utilising these features as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, advice, and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme allowing you to exclude yourself from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings and recovery programme
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
- 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
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung – www.bzga.de
Do You Need Help?
If you feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, please reach out for support today. Problem gambling is a serious condition, but help is available. Speaking to a counsellor at GamCare or another support organisation is confidential and free.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. There is no shame in seeking help – many people have successfully recovered with professional support.