Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At myalacarte.co.uk, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and should never interfere with your essential expenses, relationships, or wellbeing.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and comply with all UK Gambling Commission regulations.

If you are under 18, please do not use this website or place any bets.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know? If so, help is available.

• Chasing losses—continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food, childcare)
• Hiding gambling activity or being dishonest about the amount spent
• Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
• Unable to stop or cut down on gambling despite wanting to
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to quit
• Neglecting work, education, family, or social activities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
• Jeopardising relationships, job, or educational opportunities
• Gambling as a way to escape problems or negative feelings

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Many betting sites offer tools to help you stay in control. Consider using:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
• Reality Checks: Regular reminders of how long and how much you've been gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting
• Time-Outs: Take a break from gambling for a set period

If your chosen betting site doesn't offer these features, consider switching to one that does.

Support Organizations & Resources

If you are struggling with gambling, free and confidential support is available:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling, support, and self-help tools
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS service providing specialist treatment
  www.cnwl.nhs.uk

Other Countries

• 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
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung
  www.bzga.de

Need Help? Take Action Today

If you think you may have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help today. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Contact one of the organisations listed above—they are free, confidential, and staffed by trained professionals who understand what you're going through.

Remember: It's never too late to seek help.