Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Edinburgh Garage, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling. Please remember that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should be something you do for fun, with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to gamble.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour or someone else's, it may indicate a problem with gambling:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
• Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
• Neglecting relationships, work, or education due to gambling
• Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, anxiety, or depression
• Increasingly needing to gamble larger amounts for the same excitement
• Feeling a sense of loss of control over gambling behaviour

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable betting operators offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe
• Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're prepared to lose
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
• Time Limits: Set session time limits to help manage your gambling activity
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
• Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gambling account

We encourage you to use these tools to manage your gambling responsibly. Contact your betting operator's customer support to activate any of these features.

Get Help – Support Organizations

If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone you know, please reach out to one of the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 8020 133 (24/7, free and confidential)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all licensed UK online gambling operators
• Gamblers Anonymous – Support group meetings across the UK
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support

• 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 (24/7, free and confidential)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

Please don't hesitate to seek support. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but help is available. Whether you're struggling with your own gambling or concerned about someone else, reaching out to one of the organisations above is a positive step. You are not alone, and support is confidential and free.

If you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please contact emergency services in your country immediately.