Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At dancesouth.co.uk, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should be enjoyable and fun, conducted within your means, and never at the expense of your wellbeing or that of your family.
Please gamble responsibly and within your limits. If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, help and support are available.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities, including sports betting and casino games.
If you are under 18, or if you are unsure about the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not proceed. Gambling by those under the legal age is illegal and can have serious consequences.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please review the following warning signs. If you recognise any of these in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Repeatedly trying to cut down or control gambling without success
- Chasing losses—gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Neglecting family, work, education, or other important responsibilities
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
- Borrowing money or using credit to finance gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Relationships suffering due to your gambling
- Financial difficulties or debt caused by gambling
If you experience any of these warning signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable betting operators, including bet365, offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account to take a break from gambling
- Account Closure: Permanently close your betting account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
These tools are available through your betting account settings. We strongly encourage you to use them to maintain control over your gambling activity.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free confidential support, counselling, and information
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop — National gambling self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support and recovery meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic — NHS-funded specialist treatment
Website: cnwl.nhs.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 (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if your gambling is affecting your health, relationships, or finances, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—problem gambling is a recognised condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk today.
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.