Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At HeadScratch, we believe that gambling, including bingo, should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment. It should never be considered as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose and enjoy it responsibly.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and require all users to confirm they are of legal age before accessing our services. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover lost money
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a specific period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you have been playing
- Time Limits: Set time restrictions on your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period
We recommend using these tools proactively as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organisations
If you need help, support is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (Free, 24/7) -
GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all GamStop-licensed operators nationwide -
Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer support
Telephone: 020 7384 3040 -
National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Telephone: 0203 546 1201
Other Countries
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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)
Telephone: 0800 1 372 374 (Free, confidential)
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please do not hesitate to reach out for support. There is no shame in asking for help, and support services are available to assist you at any time.
Your wellbeing is our priority. Please gamble responsibly.