Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Weymouth Panorama, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any leisure activity, it carries risk and should only be enjoyed responsibly by adults within their means.

Please gamble within your budget and never chase losses. If gambling ceases to be enjoyable, it may be time to seek help.

Age Verification & Legal Requirements

All gambling on non-GamStop casinos is strictly reserved for individuals aged 18 years or over in the United Kingdom. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before participating in any gambling activities.

We do not knowingly accept players under the legal gambling age. If you are below 18, please do not register or attempt to play.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
• Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Loss of control: Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
• Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending to work, school, or family obligations
• Financial strain: Gambling with money needed for essentials like bills or rent
• Mood swings: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Lying about gambling: Dishonesty with loved ones regarding time spent or money wagered

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gambling. These may include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're prepared to lose during a gaming session
• Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum stake you can place per bet
• Reality Checks: Set reminders at regular intervals to assess your gameplay and time spent
• Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a predetermined period
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an account
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop playing

We strongly encourage all players to use these tools to maintain responsible gaming habits.

Support & Helpline Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare - Free counselling and support services for problem gamblers
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential)
• National Problem Gambling Clinic - NHS specialist treatment service
  Telephone: 020 7054 2000
• Gamblers Anonymous - Peer support meetings across the UK
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

Multi-Operator Self-Exclusion Scheme

• GamStop - Self-exclude from all UK-regulated online gambling operators simultaneously
  www.gamstop.co.uk

International Support Services

• 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-GAMBLER
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - www.bzga.de

Take Action Today

If gambling is causing you problems, please seek help now. There is no shame in reaching out. Support is confidential, free, and available 24/7 through the organisations listed above.

Remember: gambling should always be fun. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to stop.

Emergency Support: If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis helpline immediately. In the UK, you can call Samaritans at 116 123 (available 24/7).