Last updated: 8 April 2026. Gambling can be addictive and may cause harm to finances, relationships, and mental health. Listen Lanarkshire is an editorial information site for adults aged 18+ only in the United Kingdom. Nothing on this Site constitutes an invitation or encouragement to gamble; you should treat any gambling activity as discretionary entertainment using money you can afford to lose entirely.
Purpose of this page
This Responsible Gaming Disclaimer sets out how we expect visitors to interpret our content, what we do not provide, and where to find help if gambling stops feeling like a controlled leisure activity. It supplements our Terms of Service and does not replace statutory protections or operator-specific safer gambling obligations.
Stay in control
Set deposit, loss, and time limits before you play where tools are available, never chase losses, and avoid gambling when you are upset, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep gambling separate from essential spending such as rent, bills, and savings. If a session stops being fun, stop immediately.
Understanding risk
All gambling products involve risk. Outcomes are unpredictable in the short term; “systems” or strategies cannot remove the house edge. Past results do not predict future results. Bonuses and promotions carry terms that can affect withdrawals—read them carefully before opting in.
Help in the UK
- Be Gamble Aware — information and support resources.
- GamCare — advice, chat, and counselling services.
- GAMSTOP — multi-operator self-exclusion for online gambling with participating businesses licensed in Great Britain.
Regulator
Licensed operators in Great Britain are regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. Always verify licence numbers and safer gambling tools on the operator’s website before you register.
Our role
We publish comparisons and factual summaries. We do not verify your identity, enforce limits on your behalf, or intervene in disputes between you and an operator beyond directing you to appropriate channels. Commercial relationships may exist with some brands we mention; this does not reduce your responsibility to gamble responsibly.
Self-assessment
If you are unsure whether your gambling is problematic, consider confidential self-assessment questionnaires provided by recognised charities, speak to someone you trust, and use operator tools such as cooling-off periods, reality checks, and account closure.
Minors
Gambling by anyone under 18 is illegal in the UK. Do not attempt to circumvent age checks or allow minors to use your accounts or devices for gambling.
Updates
We may revise this disclaimer to reflect regulatory guidance or best practice. Continued use of the Site after updates are posted means you have had the opportunity to read the revised text.
Contact
Questions about this page: info@listenlanarkshire.com.
Emergency and crisis
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact the emergency services. For mental health crisis support in the UK, NHS 111 or local crisis teams can help. Gambling support charities can signpost you to longer-term counselling and financial advice where appropriate.