Responsible gambling refers to the framework of operator obligations and player tools designed to prevent gambling-related harm. UKGC Social Responsibility Code provisions require operators to provide deposit, loss and session limits, time-outs, reality checks, account history visibility and self-exclusion options.
For players, the practical responsible-gambling toolkit at a UKGC-licensed operator includes: deposit limits (set them at registration), loss limits, session time limits, reality checks, account-history review, GAMSTOP integration, and direct links to GamCare (0808 8020 133), BeGambleAware and the National Gambling Helpline.
The statutory levy commencing April 2025 ringfences approximately £120m annually for research, prevention and treatment of gambling-related harm.
Example usage
- GamCare 0808 8020 133, free 24/7 support
Related terms
- BeGambleAware — A UK charity providing information and free support for anyone affected by gambling-related harm.
- Deposit limit — A cap players can self-impose on how much they deposit per day, week or month.
- GAMSTOP — The UK's national online self-exclusion scheme — one registration blocks every UKGC-licensed operator.
- GamCare — A leading UK provider of information, advice and support for people affected by gambling harm.
- Reality check — A timed pop-up at UKGC-licensed casinos summarising your session length, total stakes and net result.
- Self-exclusion — A formal request to be blocked from a casino account for a defined period — irreversible until the period ends.