Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At fabafriq.co.uk, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
By using our website, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction). We do not permit gambling by anyone under the legal age limit in Great Britain.
If you are under 18, please do not access our services. Parents and guardians should monitor young people's internet activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs? If so, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, utilities)
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money for excitement
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Gambling as an escape from problems or difficult emotions
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online casinos offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and exclude yourself from gambling
Contact your casino's customer support team to activate any of these tools.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential help is available from these trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential counselling and support
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (Free, 24/7) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme (excludes you from all UK-licensed operators)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Phone: 0800 197 8000 - National Problem Gambling Clinic (NPGC) – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Phone: 020 7054 2000
International Resources
- Australia – Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Helpline: 0800 1 372 374
If You Need Help
If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out today. Problem gambling is a real issue, but recovery is possible with the right support. There is no shame in asking for help – trained professionals are ready to listen and support you in complete confidence.
Contact one of the organisations listed above immediately, or speak to your GP who can provide referrals to specialist services.
Disclaimer: This page provides general information about responsible gambling. fabafriq.co.uk is not affiliated with any of the support organisations listed. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.