Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At monstercleaningputney.com, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. It's important to only gamble with money you can afford to lose and to keep it fun and within your control.
Age Verification
Online betting is only available to individuals aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under this age to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verify the age of all users.
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:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past betting experiences
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your betting
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, studies, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using savings to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Feeling a loss of control over your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible betting operators offer the following tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money 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 timeframe
- Bet Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets you can place
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gambling sessions to help you track time and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account and be prevented from accessing the site
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer counselling
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
Phone: 020 7054 2000
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 or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out – support services are confidential, free, and staffed by professionals who understand gambling addiction. Your wellbeing is more important than any bet.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to take action.