Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At RNShipmates, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits on both time and expenditure.
Age Verification
Gambling is only legal for individuals aged 18 years or over in the United Kingdom. By accessing betting sites through RNShipmates, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, please do not use these services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, education, hobbies, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to finance gambling activities
- Lying about the extent of gambling involvement
- Feeling anxious or stressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable betting operators offer tools to help you gamble safely:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Time Limits: Set automatic session time limits to prevent excessive play
- Reality Checks: Enable popup reminders during gameplay showing time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you need a break
- Cooling-Off Period: Request a mandatory break from all gambling activities
Always use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133 - GamStop — The National Self-Exclusion Scheme. Register on one platform to self-exclude from all UK-licensed operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support groups across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.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 | 1-800-522-4700 - Germany — Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
Need Help? Seek Support Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if gambling is negatively impacting your life, please reach out for professional support. There is no shame in asking for help — organisations like GamCare and Gamblers Anonymous exist to provide confidential, judgment-free assistance.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is always available.