Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Salad Days The Musical, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling. It's important to remember that gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase your losses.
Age Verification
All UK bookmakers are required by law to verify that users are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction. We take this responsibility seriously and enforce strict age verification checks on all accounts.
If you are under 18, or if you believe you have accessed a gambling site illegally, please close this page immediately.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop without you realising it. Please check yourself against the following warning signs:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back on gambling and failing to do so
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling as a way to escape problems, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, family, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of money spent
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Feeling a sense of loss of control over your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, please seek support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most UK bookmakers offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose over a defined period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out (Cooling Off Period): Temporarily suspend your account for a period you choose (typically 6 months or less)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from gambling sites
We recommend using these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy. Most bookmakers can help you set these limits—simply contact their customer support team.
Support & Help Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. The following organizations offer free, confidential advice and support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support, counselling, and information for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Register to be excluded from all UK-licensed gambling operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings and counselling
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment service
Phone: 0203 869 0972
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 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
If you're concerned about your gambling or the gambling of someone close to you, please don't hesitate to seek help. There is no shame in reaching out—professional support is confidential, free, and available 24/7 in most cases.
Contact GamCare today: 0808 8020 133 or visit www.gamcare.org.uk
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to take a break.