Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Ballymoney United, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Betting on your favourite sports should be fun and exciting, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always set strict limits on how much you spend.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any form of gambling or betting. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting sites featured on our website.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling

Self-Help Tools & Features

Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. These include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set time frame
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Time Limits: Set session time limits to prevent prolonged gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites to take a break or stop completely

We encourage all players to use these tools and to speak with their chosen betting operator about the options available.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support, information, and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Register with GamStop to block yourself from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic (NPGC) – NHS-funded specialist treatment service
  Phone: 0203 828 0394
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings across the UK
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Resources

• 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

If You Need Help

Problem gambling can happen to anyone. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to reach out for support. These organisations are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand what you're going through.

Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Help is available – contact one of the organisations above today.