Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At davetwentyman.co.uk, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. Betting should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and should never interfere with your essential expenses or wellbeing.
Age Verification
Gambling is strictly for those aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom. If you are under the legal age, please do not gamble. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or others, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or difficult emotions
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable betting operators, including bet365, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose over a specified period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out (Cool-Off): Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours to weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gambling for an extended period (typically 6 months or longer)
Access these tools through your betting account settings or contact customer support for assistance.
Support Organizations
If you need help, confidential support is available from the following trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Self-help support groups
Telephone: 0330 094 0322
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) – Federal Centre for Health Education
Telephone: 0800 1 372 374
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Help is confidential, non-judgmental, and free. There is no shame in seeking support – it is a sign of strength.
Remember: It's never too late to ask for help.