Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Harland Builders, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting sites should be used for fun and enjoyment only. If you find yourself relying on gambling as income or a solution to money worries, it's time to seek support.

We are committed to promoting responsible gaming and supporting our users in making safe choices.

Age Verification

All gambling in the United Kingdom is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any form of gambling or betting activity.

Licensed betting operators are required by law to verify your age and identity before allowing you to gamble. If you are under 18, or if you are aware of anyone underage gambling, please report this to the relevant betting operator immediately.

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:

• Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activity secret from friends or family
• Increasing amounts: Needing to gamble with larger sums to get the same excitement
• Loss of control: Being unable to stick to limits you've set
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
• Financial strain: Gambling with money needed for bills, rent, or essential expenses
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
• Relationship problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits

Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gaming Features

Most licensed betting operators in the UK provide tools to help you gamble responsibly. Make use of these features:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a specified period
• Bet Limits: Control the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
• Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
• Time-Out (Cooling-Off Period): Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and be added to the GamStop national self-exclusion scheme

If your betting operator doesn't offer these tools, consider switching to one that does. Responsible operators prioritize player protection.

Get Help – Support Organizations

If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling, support, and self-help information for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential)
• GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme. Register with GamStop to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment service in London
  Phone: 020 7054 2000
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings across the UK
  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
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. You don't have to face this alone. Whether you're struggling yourself or concerned about someone else, professional support is available and completely confidential.

Contact GamCare, GamStop, or another support organization listed above. Help is available 24/7.

Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Our Commitment

Harland Builders is committed to promoting only licensed, regulated betting sites that comply with UK gambling laws and prioritize player protection. We recommend you only use operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, which enforces strict responsible gaming requirements.

If you have any concerns about a betting operator's conduct, you can report them to the UK Gambling Commission at www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk.