Responsible Gaming
At anthony-hughes.co.uk, we believe that gambling — including at crypto casinos — should always be a form of entertainment, never a way to earn money. There is no guaranteed strategy for winning, and the outcome of every game is based on chance. Please only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose, and treat any losses as the cost of entertainment — not as an investment or a source of income.
Age Verification
Gambling is strictly prohibited for anyone under the age of 18, which is the legal gambling age in Great Britain. All operators we feature are required to hold a licence from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and to verify the age and identity of their customers. If you share your computer or devices with minors, consider using parental control software such as Net Nanny or GamBlock, and never leave your gambling accounts logged in unattended.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you:
- Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you have lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essentials
- Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to cut down or stop
- Gambling for longer than you planned, or losing track of time
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Neglecting work, studies, or relationships because of gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to feel the same excitement
- Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
If you recognise several of these signs in yourself or someone you know, we strongly encourage you to seek support — it is free, confidential, and available right now.
Self-Help Tools
Licensed operators offer a range of tools to help you stay in control. We recommend setting these up before you start playing:
- Deposit limits — cap how much you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Loss limits — restrict how much you can lose within a set period.
- Wagering/session limits — control the total amount staked or time spent playing.
- Reality checks — on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent (mandatory at UKGC-licensed sites).
- Time-outs — take a short break from gambling, from 24 hours up to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from gambling sites for an extended period. In Great Britain, you can register with GamStop to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators at once.
Support Organizations
If gambling is causing problems for you or someone close to you, these independent organisations provide free and confidential help:
Great Britain
- GamCare — free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (24/7). www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop — the national online self-exclusion scheme for Great Britain. www.gamstop.co.uk
- BeGambleAware — free, confidential help and support. www.begambleaware.org
International
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- USA: National Council on Problem Gambling — call or text 1-800-522-4700. www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Glücksspielsucht hotline: 0800 137 27 00. www.check-dein-spiel.de
Take Action Today
If you feel that gambling is no longer fun, or that it is affecting your finances, relationships, or wellbeing, please seek help now. Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133, register with GamStop to self-exclude, or reach out to one of the organisations listed above. Asking for help is a sign of strength — support is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day.
Last updated: 2026. Remember: when the fun stops, stop.