Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At elinaellipseilaser.co.uk, we believe that gambling should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting on Paddy Power and other sportsbooks should be fun, affordable, and within your means. If gambling is causing you stress, financial hardship, or negatively impacting your life, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
We are committed to protecting young people from the harms of gambling. In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. We do not knowingly allow anyone under the legal gambling age to use our affiliate services or access betting sites we promote.
If you are under 18, please do not gamble. If you are concerned about a young person's gambling, contact GamCare for confidential advice.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognise these warning signs in yourself or others:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Being secretive about how much you gamble or how much money you've spent
- Loss of control: Being unable to stick to betting limits or stop when you planned to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Skipping work, family time, or other commitments to gamble
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose: Using rent, bill, or essential expense money for betting
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when you're not gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble: Taking out loans or asking friends and family for money to place bets
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop your gambling
- Escalating stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same level of excitement
If you recognise any of these signs, please reach out for support as soon as possible.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed betting operators offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Stake Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can bet on a single wager
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gaming session showing how much time and money you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites if you feel you're losing control
- Time-Out: Take a short break from gambling (typically 24 hours to several weeks)
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Most reputable betting sites like Paddy Power make these options readily available in your account settings.
Support & Helpline Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please contact one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) -
GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators -
Gamblers Anonymous
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Phone: 020 7384 3040 -
National Problem Gambling Clinic
Specialist NHS treatment service in London
International Support
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Australia – Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au -
Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) -
Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or income. It is a treatable condition, and support is available.
Do not suffer in silence. Whether you're experiencing problem gambling yourself or are concerned about someone else, contact one of the organisations above. All services are confidential, non-judgmental, and free.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Please seek help today.