Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At iamas.co.uk, we believe that gambling should be enjoyable entertainment, never viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting involves risk, and you should only ever wager what you can afford to lose. Always gamble for fun, within your means, and in control.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verifying the age of all users before allowing access to betting services.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble. If you suspect underage gambling is occurring, please report it to the relevant authorities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognizing the warning signs of problem gambling is the first step toward recovery. Please consider whether you exhibit any of these behaviours:
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to recover losses by gambling more frequently or with larger stakes
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family, friends, or partners
- Loss of Control: Inability to stick to predetermined betting limits or stop when you intended to
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Prioritizing gambling over work, education, family commitments, or other obligations
- Financial Difficulties: Gambling with money intended for essential expenses like rent, bills, or food
- Mood Changes: Using gambling to escape negative emotions, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Escalating Stakes: Needing to bet increasingly larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing to Gamble: Taking loans or borrowing money specifically to fund gambling activities
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most UK-licensed operators, including those featured on iamas.co.uk, provide responsible gambling tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent
- Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for a period you specify (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an operator's services for a defined period (typically 6 months to 5 years)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your betting account if you wish to stop entirely
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain a healthy relationship with gambling.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from the following trusted organizations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – UK's National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators simultaneously - Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Debtline – Free debt advice for those experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
www.nationaldebtline.org
Helpline: 0808 808 4000 (free, 24/7)
International Support (Additional 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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
Get Help Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support, and recovery is possible. The sooner you seek assistance, the sooner you can regain control of your life.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for confidential help and support.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is always available.