At The Races supports responsible gambling

PLEASE ONLY GAMBLE WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD TO LOSE

Player protection tools are also available with all licensed bookmakers.

Responsible gambling is what most people practice however, for some,  gambling can become a problem.

The following signs may indicate that you have a problem with gambling:

• Gambling for longer than you intended to/ losing track of time when gambling
• Loss of control and being unable to manage impulsive urges to gamble even when the odds are against you
• Problems within the workplace which could include absence from work or general lack of concentration
• A preoccupation with gambling and loss of interest in other hobbies and ignoring family responsibilities
• Increasing the quantities gambled to recoup lost bets or to experience the same thrill
• A negative impact upon relationships with those closest to you
• Concealing the amount of money and time spent betting from family members
• People in your life tell you they think you spend too much time gambling
• Stealing/ borrowing money in order to gamble
• Spending money on gambling that was saved for other uses
• Denial that you have a problem
• Physical symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, headaches and stress-related symptoms

 
If any of the above signs apply to you (or someone close to you), please seek help and advice from the following organisations:

UK:

• Gamcare runs the National Gambling 24/7 Helpline  (call free on 0808 8020 133) and provides other support including , live chat, help for young people and forum discussions via https://www.gamcare.org.uk; see also https://www.gambleaware.org

• If you think you are spending too much time or money on gambling, you can ask to be self-excluded from gambling websites and apps by contacting GAMSTOP (https://www.gamstop.co.uk).

Ireland/Northern Ireland:

• The Dunlewey Addiction Services Helpline 1800 936 725 (IE) 08000 886 725 (NI) provides information about counselling and support services (see also http://dunlewey.org/gambling-services)
• Gambling Care - https://gamblingcare.ie provides details of support services